Little Bear Pantry

Little Bear Pantry sits inside Big Bear Village at 116 Military Road, a specialty-coffee and baked-goods spot where the draw for dog owners is the undercover outdoor seating tucked within the centre, sheltered from the Military Road traffic.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor, undercover tables next to the pantry, not in the indoor food area. The spot works well as a quick stop mid-walk. Bring a collapsible bowl, as staff water for dogs is not guaranteed.

Good to know. Reviewers rate the coffee and the fresh pastries, with the chicken katsu wrap and toasted sandwiches also getting a mention. It reads as a tidy brunch-and-coffee stop rather than a long lunch venue. Hours are generally from 6:30am daily, shorter on Sundays, so check before a late-morning visit.

Getting there. The Big Bear Village car park offers 90 minutes free parking, with level access from the car park to the pantry. Military Road buses stop close by.

Nearby with the dogs. Stanton Park is a short walk for a bit of green before or after coffee, and Forsyth Park sits further off for a longer leg-stretch on lead.

Best mid-morning on a weekday when the undercover tables are quieter. Good for a fuss-free coffee stop when you are already on Military Road.

Sources

• Little Bear Cafe - Big Bear Village · bigbearvillage.com.au

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