The Wattle Tree Co.

A dog-friendly coffee van. The Wattle Tree Co. is a vintage coffee van with a small alfresco seating area at 150 Cambridge Road, Kilsyth. It is a relaxed, outdoor-only setup that suits a walk-and-coffee stop, and it rates 4.9 across 69 reviews. The owner's dog Jessie is often about, so the place is set up for visiting dogs.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating next to the van. Free water bowls are provided, and homemade dog treats are usually available to buy. Being fully outdoors, it is an easy stop with a dog on lead.

Good to know. The van is known for a four-level chilli coffee, plus the usual coffee, chai and iced drinks alongside toasted sandwiches, cookies and muffins. Service gets consistent praise for being personal and friendly.

Getting there. On Cambridge Road with free off-street parking on site, so it works as a quick stop or a pause on a longer walk. Note the hours: it trades weekday mornings (roughly 6am to 12:30pm) and is closed weekends, so plan around that.

Nearby with the dogs. The surrounding streets are leafy and quiet for a short stroll, and the Kilsyth off-leash reserves and the lower Dandenong Ranges walks are a short drive for something longer.

When to go. A weekday mid-morning coffee run is the sweet spot. Good for owners who want a quick, no-fuss outdoor stop rather than a sit-down meal.

Sources

• Vintage Coffee Van - The Wattle Tree Co · thewattletreeco.com.au
• The Wattle Tree Co., Kilsyth - Australian Good Food Guide · agfg.com.au

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