Sodi Cafe

Sodi Cafe at 149 Pakington Street is one of the most genuinely dog-set-up cafes in Geelong West. The deciding detail is a proper dog menu, puppuccinos, dog muffins and biscuits, even pup birthday cakes to order, alongside a brunch menu for the humans.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the front footpath tables and in the sunnier courtyard at the back. Water bowls are provided, and the dog menu means treats are on hand. Staff are known for fussing over the dogs, so it is an easy place to settle in.

Good to know. The kitchen turns out generous brunch plates, Sodi smashed avo, eggs benedict, breakfast burgers, with Ocean Grind coffee and a fully licensed bar. The 4.7 rating across more than 500 reviews backs up the consistency.

Getting there. Open daily 7:30am to 2pm. Free street parking runs along Pakington Street and the side streets, and it fills through the weekend brunch peak.

Nearby with the dogs. You are on the Pakington Street strip, so it is an easy on-lead walk to other dog-friendly cafes and bars. West Park is a short drive for a proper run.

Best earlier on weekends before the courtyard fills. Good for social dogs who like a bit of attention.

Sources

• Sodi Cafe | Visit, Dine, Enjoy · sodicafe.com.au
• Dog-friendly cafes in the Geelong region · fortemagazine.com.au
• Dog-Friendly Geelong, VIC · trustedhousesitters.com

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