The Hearth Cafe & Providore

The Hearth Cafe & Providore sits in the middle of Mudgeeraba village on the southern Gold Coast, a community-minded brunch spot with a providore of artisan foods and wine attached. It keeps dog treats on hand, and the outdoor tables are set up for locals who bring their dogs through the village. Doors open 6:30am Wednesday to Friday and 7am on weekends, closing 1pm, with Monday and Tuesday dark.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating within the village shopping area. Staff have a warm, accommodating reputation and reviewers regularly mention the dog treats, so water and a snack are easy to come by. Dogs stay outside the indoor cafe and providore as you would expect at a food venue. The outdoor tables sit close to the village bustle, which suits a sociable dog more than a shy one.

The vibe

Specialty coffee anchors the menu alongside a frequently changing brunch list with solid vegan, burger and salad options, plus the savory crumpet that gets name-dropped often. The providore side stocks fresh bread, artisan goods and a small wine selection, so you can leave with more than a caffeine hit. It has a slow-morning, chat-to-the-neighbour feel.

Getting there and parking

The cafe is in the Mudgeeraba village shopping precinct, with free street parking along Swan Lane and the surrounding streets. The Mudgeeraba Village Green and creek paths are a short walk away, and it is a handy post-parkrun brunch on Saturdays.

While you're out there

Pair the walk with the Hinterland Regional Park Fenced Dog Park before breakfast, with the Robina Common Fenced Dog Park as a nearby alternative. Shack and Co and Millers Espresso cover the village's other coffee options. More on the Queensland dog friendly cafes page and in the Mudgeeraba guide.

Pepsi: ask for the dog treats, the staff act like handing them out is the best part of the job.