Cafe YS9

Cafe YS9 is a small, chef-led brunch and coffee spot on Todman Avenue in Kensington, and it welcomes dogs to its footpath seating out front.

The dog setup. Dogs sit with you at the outdoor tables along Todman Ave, on a leash. There's no indoor access, but the footpath tables are the main draw for coffee regulars walking their dogs through the neighbourhood anyway.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for its prawn burger, chilli eggs and generous brunch servings, with Paradox Coffee Roasters on the machine. It's a genuine locals' spot rather than a destination cafe, so expect a compact footpath setup, not a sprawling courtyard.

Getting there. Street parking on Todman Ave and the surrounding residential streets is limited, so allow a few minutes to find a spot. Bus stops on the main road make it an easy stop on a walk.

Nearby with the dogs. Kensington Park is a short walk away for a run after coffee.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmer for a footpath table with a dog in tow; weekend brunch service gets busy, so arrive early if you want to sit outside.

Sources

• CafeYS9.Syd (@cafeys9) - Instagram · instagram.com
• Cafe YS9 (Kensington) Menu - Uber Eats · ubereats.com
• Cafe YS9 - Yisik · yisik.com

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