Yarra Valley Smokery

Yarra Valley Smokery is a casual smokehouse cafe on Main Street, Lilydale, built around its own on-site smoker. It is a handy lunch or coffee stop before or after a run into the valley, and dogs are welcome out front.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables on the Main Street footpath frontage; indoor dining is for people only. Keep your dog leashed and settled. Staff are accommodating, but bring your own water bowl.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for smoked meats, brisket, pork and chicken, plus hearty burgers and sandwiches, all-day breakfast and strong coffee. Reviews single out the pulled pork burger and the smoked dim sims.

Getting there. 96 Main Street, Lilydale, within walking distance of Lilydale Station. Free street parking runs along Main Street (check the time-limit signs); side streets behind the strip are a backup when it is busy.

Nearby with the dogs. Lillydale Lake is a short drive for a walk, and the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Trail starts nearby.

Footpath seating means weather matters more than crowds here. A clear morning is the pick.

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