Jock + Mack

What it is. Jock + Mack is a busy modern-Australian brunch cafe on Old Geelong Road in Hoppers Crossing, and a genuine fixture for local dog walkers. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables out front, so it slots neatly onto the end of a walk.

The dog setup. Bring the dog to the footpath and outdoor seating along Old Geelong Road. It is not an indoor arrangement, so pick a table where you can keep the lead short and the dog settled beside you. Staff are used to dogs and happy to sort out a water bowl if you ask. On a warm day, aim for a shaded table.

Good to know. The kitchen is the draw here, with the beef brisket benedict, breakfast gnocchi and the Seoul sandwich all pulling strong reviews, alongside reliable coffee. Cinnamon scrolls and toasties get regular mentions too.

Getting there. The address is 31 Old Geelong Road, Hoppers Crossing. There is free street and off-street parking directly out front and on the side streets, so a car works well. Saturday mornings get busy, so expect a wait for a table then.

When to go. Weekdays are calmer if you want a quiet table with the dog. Come mid-morning on a weekday for the easiest run, or brace for the weekend crowd and grab an outdoor table early.

Sources

• Jock And Mack - Hoppers Crossing Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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