The Gentle Bean

The Gentle Bean on Liverpool Road is a dog-focused cafe in Enfield with its own doggy menu, welcoming dogs both indoors and out, making it a solid all-weather option in the inner west.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcomed both indoors and in the cafe's outdoor area, a rarer combination among local cafes. A dedicated doggy menu covers a lactose-free doggychino, a chicken and sweet potato breakfast bowl, and fresh pupcakes, with water provided by staff.

Good to know. The human menu is Asian-fusion brunch with a strong drinks list, think strawberry cheesecake lattes and Turkish rose lattes. The cafe also runs a cat cuddle cove upstairs, so if travelling with a cat-reactive dog, stick to the ground floor and outdoor seating.

Getting there. The cafe sits on Liverpool Road, with street parking on side streets such as Wentworth Street. Check signage for time limits.

Nearby with the dogs. Henley Park is a short drive away for a run before or after brunch.

Go on a weekday morning for the quietest tables, especially if bringing a dog that is still learning to settle around new smells.

Sources

• The Gentle Bean cafe, Enfield · instagram.com
• Dog-friendly cafe in Enfield · instagram.com

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