Mason Lane Café

Mason Lane Café is a small corner café on Hamilton Street in Mont Albert, a short walk from Mont Albert station, with a relaxed outdoor area where dogs are welcome on lead.

The dog setup. Dogs sit with you at the outdoor tables on the sidewalk and laneway side of the café. Keep dogs on a lead and under control, as with any footpath seating in a residential shopping strip. Outdoor heaters run through the colder months, so it stays workable for a coffee even in winter. Water bowls turn up on request, as they do at most dog-friendly cafes in the area, but bring your own bowl if your dog is fussy.

Known for. Locals rate the cafe fare, from the avocado smash and poached eggs to daily specials like a homemade chicken curry. It is a genuine neighbourhood spot rather than a destination cafe, and reviewers call out generous portions and friendly service.

Getting there. Mont Albert station is close enough to walk from. Street parking exists along Hamilton Street and nearby roads but gets tight during the breakfast rush.

When to go. Weekday mornings are the easier bet if you want a table with your dog; weekend brunch fills the outdoor seats fast.

Sources

• TOP 10 BEST Coffee & Tea near Mont Albert Victoria, Australia · m.yelp.com
• Mason Lane Cafe (@masonlanecafe_montalbert) · instagram.com
• Mason Lane Cafe - Facebook · facebook.com

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