Savour This Eatery

Savour This Eatery sits on the New England Highway in Highfields, just north of Toowoomba, and it is the shaded front garden that earns it a spot on a dog-friendly shortlist. The leafy courtyard out the front is where dogs are welcome, and it is a genuinely pleasant place to wait for a plate rather than a token patch of concrete.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome in the outdoor garden seating; the interior stays humans-only. Water bowls are often put out in the garden, though on warm days bring your own as a backup. It rates highly with locals, so the courtyard can fill, and a midweek visit is the safer bet for a table with room for a dog to settle.

The vibe and the menu

The kitchen is known for house-made burgers, including a mac and cheese burger that gets regular mentions, along with eggs benedict, poached eggs and a solid vegetarian and vegan range. There is a kids play area, which makes it an easy family stop. Hours run Tuesday to Friday and Sunday 8am to 2pm, Saturday from 7am, closed Mondays.

Getting there and parking

The eatery is at 5/10522 New England Highway with free off-street parking, so arriving with a dog is straightforward. It is a 10-odd minute drive from central Toowoomba.

Close by with the dogs

For a run before or after, Harris Park Dog Off Leash Area and Michael Park are the local off-leash options, while Highfields Falls Bushland Reserve is a short drive for an on-lead nature walk past the creek and waterfall. If you are making a morning of the suburb, Abbie Lane at the Highfields Arts and Crafts Village is another cafe stop.

The wider list is on the Highfields destination page and in the QLD cafes index.