Mocha Jo's

Mocha Jo's runs the length of a big corner site on the Kingsway dining strip in Glen Waverley, and it is one of the few places on the strip that makes a point of welcoming dogs at its street-side tables. It opens early, pours a solid coffee and plates a big brunch menu, so it works as a proper outing rather than a quick stop.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating only, which is standard for a cafe with an indoor kitchen. The footpath tables sit under shade cloth, so there is cover on warmer mornings, and staff keep water bowls on hand - the cafe even posts about dog treats and puppuccinos on its socials. The Kingsway footpath is busy, so keep your dog tucked close on a short lead and bring a collapsible bowl if you want to be certain.

Max: the footpath traffic here includes plenty of other dogs. Give yours a moment to settle before the food arrives and you will both enjoy it more.

Worth knowing

The room is big, loud and popular, and it fills from the early hours - weekday mornings run quieter than weekends. The kitchen leans hearty: the topics people search it for include waffles, sticky date pudding and a chicken parma alongside the usual brunch fare. Hours run from 6:30am weekdays and 7am weekends, with the kitchen closing mid-afternoon.

Getting there and parking

The cafe is a short walk from Glen Waverley Station at the end of the line. Street parking lines Kingsway and the side streets, with council car parks behind the strip, but time limits bite once the morning rush starts. Arrive before 8am on a weekday for an easy park and a calmer table.

Close by with the dogs

For another coffee stop in the same suburb, Willow Ave General Store and Cafe 1809 are both nearby. If you want a run first, Hinkler Reserve Dog Off Leash Area and Brandon Park Reserve give the dog somewhere to burn off energy before a busy footpath.

More options are on the Victoria dog friendly cafes guide and the Glen Waverley destination page.