The Penny Royal

The Penny Royal at 563 Military Road is a small, trendy brunch spot on the Mosman strip, known for its leafy wall mural, Campos coffee and a Vietnamese-influenced menu. It is dog-friendly at the footpath tables, so it suits a quick coffee or brunch on a walk rather than a long sit-down.

The dog setup. Dogs stay with you in the outdoor footpath seating under the awning; the cafe is small so the indoors is people-only. Staff are well regarded for being kind to dog owners, but it is a tight space that gets crowded, so a nervous or large dog is better brought outside peak times. Bring your own water bowl.

Good to know. Campos beans pulled on a La Marzocco, healthy brunch plates that skip heavy frying, and Vietnamese-leaning breakfast and lunch options are the draws.

Getting there. Street parking on Military Road is limited and strictly timed; side streets like Belmont Road or Bradleys Head Road, or the nearby council car parks, are the better bet, then walk in with your dog. Buses run along Military Road near the Avenue Road intersection.

Nearby with the dogs. Rawson Park is a short walk for a run, and Bradleys Head Road offers scenic harbour-view trails a short drive away. Check council signage for off-lead zones and hours.

Best outside the weekend brunch peak, when the footpath tables are calmer. Good for a small, settled dog that handles close quarters.

Sources

• The Penny Royal - Mosman · tripadvisor.com
• Dog lover's guide to Mosman · debrennan.com.au
• Best breakfast and brunch in Mosman · wanderlog.com

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