HappinessFirst Mornington Library Cafe

A social-enterprise cafe at Mornington Library that runs puppuccinos and dog treats as a matter of course, with outdoor seating for dogs and free parking. The community vibe and the dog-keen staff are the draw.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables and chairs, on lead. Staff are known to bring out puppuccinos and treats, so this is one of the more dog-spoiling stops in town. The seating is flat and easy to reach. Dogs stay in the outdoor area rather than inside the library cafe.

Known for. Good coffee and quick bites in a cosy, welcoming room, run as a social enterprise that creates meaningful employment. Its reputation with dog owners rests on the puppuccinos and the warm reception.

Getting there and parking. 8 Vancouver Street, inside the Mornington Library precinct. Free parking sits in the surrounding lot and street, so arriving with a dog is easy.

Nearby with the dogs. Mornington Park and the foreshore are a short walk or drive for a leg-stretch, and Main Street's dog-friendly cafes are close. Civic Reserve fenced dog park is a short drive for an off-leash run.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmest. The outdoor tables are limited, so come early on a weekend if you want a settled spot with your dog.

Sources

• Mornington Library Cafe - HappinessFirst · happinessfirst.com.au
• Mornington Library Cafe · library.mornpen.vic.gov.au

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