Ocean Folk Espresso

Ocean Folk Espresso is a relaxed, beach-focused coffee spot on Memorial Avenue, set inside the open-air Ocean Addicts surf shed near Cotton Tree. It is very dog-welcoming, opens early for the morning-walk crowd, and is a regular gathering point for locals and their dogs.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome both at the outdoor footpath tables and inside the open-air shed-style venue, so the setup is more forgiving than a typical indoor cafe. Water bowls are available and puppyccinos are on offer, so a dog is genuinely looked after here.

Good to know. The coffee is the headline, pouring Melbourne's St Ali, widely rated among the best around. The food is light: gluten-free cakes and snacks rather than a full menu. The vibe is cruisey and coastal. It opens early, 5.30am on weekdays and 6am on weekends.

Getting there. The address is 14 Memorial Avenue, in the heart of the Maroochydore and Cotton Tree area. Free street parking is available but busy on weekends, so early is easiest.

Nearby with the dogs. Cotton Tree beach is a short walk for a calm-water stroll, Maroochydore Beach is a few blocks away for a longer walk, and the shady riverside spots in Cotton Tree suit a post-coffee sit.

When to go. Get in at opening for the easiest parking and a quiet coffee, and pair it with an early Cotton Tree beach walk before the weekend crowds build.

Sources

• Ocean Folk Espresso - Instagram · instagram.com
• Dog Friendly Cafes Sunshine Coast - Budget Travel Talk · budgettraveltalk.com

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