The Hamptons Bakery

The Hamptons Bakery sits in the thick of the Hampton Street shopping strip at number 427, an artisan bakery and café that takes dogs at its front footpath tables. The draw is the baking: croissants, pain au chocolat and bread made in-house daily, with coffee good enough to pull in the local cycling crowd.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating across the front of the café. Stick to those tables rather than trying your luck inside. Water bowls are usually out, and there is a pet shop a few doors along if you need a chew to keep your dog settled.

Good to know. Beyond the pastries, the brunch menu runs to avocado on artisan toast and omelettes. It gets busy, so the footpath tables fill on weekend mornings.

Getting there. It is a short walk from Hampton Station on the Sandringham line. Street parking along Hampton Street is tight at peak times, so try side streets like Ludstone Street for a better chance.

Nearby with the dogs. Hampton Beach is a short stroll down towards the foreshore for a post-coffee walk. Check the Bayside City Council signs for seasonal off-leash times before you let the lead off.

Sources

• The Hamptons Bakery · thehamptonsbakery.com.au
• Dog Friendly Eateries in and around Bayside · baysidedogownersgroup.com.au
• The Hamptons Bakery Hampton - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.