Minnamurra General Store & Cafe

Minnamurra General Store & Cafe works as both a corner store and a casual cafe, set on Rangoon Road a short stroll from the Minnamurra River. It is the kind of stop locals use after a riverside walk or ride, and dogs are part of that routine thanks to a roomy outdoor seating area.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome in the alfresco area only, and they need to stay on a lead. Indoor dining is off limits, so plan for a weather-appropriate visit. Tables and chairs make it easy to settle a dog at your feet, and staff are known for being accommodating. Bring a portable water bowl as a backup, since a dedicated dog station is not something to count on.

Worth knowing

The kitchen covers breakfast and lunch with dishes like smoked salmon on potato rosti cups, brekkie burgers and falafel bowls, and there are vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. The general store side means milk, papers and picnic supplies are easy to grab on the way out. Hours run 8am to 2:30pm daily, so it is a breakfast and lunch venue rather than an afternoon one. Original artworks on the walls give the room a bit of character if you duck inside to order or pay.

Getting there and parking

The cafe sits at 1a Rangoon Road in Minnamurra, with free street parking along Rangoon Road and the surrounding residential streets, usually without much trouble. If you are already walking the river path, it is an easy detour on foot.

Close by with the dogs

Pair a visit with the Minnamurra to Kiama coast walk and finish at a pavement table here. If you are continuing up the coast, Diggies Kiama and The Spot Cafe are other dog-friendly options in Kiama itself. Mid-morning on a weekday is the quietest window if your dog is still learning café manners. Check more NSW dog friendly cafes or see what else is on around Minnamurra before you set out.