Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe - Manly

Ruby Lane Wholefoods is a licensed organic cafe and grocer on Pittwater Road, a block back from the Corso and quieter for it. The draw for dog owners is a large undercover deck, so the seating that welcomes dogs works in any weather.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the covered outdoor deck, which is the main dog-friendly seating area. Indoor dining is generally people-only, in line with NSW food rules. Staff are known to be welcoming, but bring your own water bowl to be safe.

Good to know. It is a wholefoods kitchen and organic grocer, well regarded for brunch: eggs benedict, salads, vegan and gluten-free options, and organic coffee. The back-street position keeps it calmer than the beachfront cafes.

Getting there. It sits on Pittwater Road, a short walk from Manly Wharf. Street parking is on Pittwater Road and the side streets, and it gets competitive on weekends, so arrive early or come on foot.

Nearby with the dog. Fairlight Beach and its harbour-side walkway are close by for an on-leash stroll, and Manly Lagoon has walking paths. The main Manly surf beach is off-limits to dogs, so keep to the promenade and side streets after brunch.

Come mid-morning on a weekday for the calmest deck, or early on weekends before the brunch rush. Good for a relaxed, sit-down feed away from the beachfront crowds.

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