JIJI’s

JIJI’s is a quaint, high-rating cafe on Aberdeen Road in Macleod Village, with an outdoor seating area overlooking a nearby park. Dogs are welcome outside, and staff have a reputation for warm, dog-friendly service.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area, not inside. Keep dogs leashed and settled given how busy the tables get. Staff are known to offer a treat for visiting dogs, so bring your own water bowl in case.

Known for. Coffee, pistachio croissants, cannoli and sausage rolls, in a clean, rustic space with exposed brick.

Getting there. 94 Aberdeen Road, Macleod. Free street parking along Aberdeen Road and side streets, and it is an easy walk from Macleod railway station.

Nearby with the dogs. The park opposite the cafe is a handy spot for a pre or post coffee run-around, and the rest of Macleod Village's shopping strip is an easy dog-friendly wander.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmer than the Saturday breakfast rush. Closed Sundays, so check hours before a weekend trip.

Sources

• Jiji's Cafe 94 Aberdeen Road, Macleod · macleodvillage.com.au
• Jiji's Cafe | Macleod VIC - Facebook · facebook.com

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