Red Door Corner Store

Red Door Corner Store is a converted corner store on Mitchell Street in Northcote, a busy neighbourhood brunch spot set back from the High Street rush. It is a genuinely dog-friendly venue, and the part-covered rear courtyard is the reason it works so well for owners.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the rear courtyard, which is partly covered, and at the seating out the front. The courtyard cover is a real advantage when the weather turns, giving you and your dog somewhere sheltered rather than exposed footpath. Inside is not the dog area; the front and courtyard are.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for a strong brunch line-up, signature crumpets, good coffee and a solid pastry cabinet. It gets busy and bustling, so it has the feel of a proper local rather than a quiet nook.

Getting there. It sits on a residential stretch of Mitchell Street, so there is street parking that fills up at peak brunch times. It is a short walk from the High Street public transport options.

Nearby with the dogs. The surrounding streets are quiet and leafy, good for a pre- or post-brunch stroll, and the small local parks nearby give a quick option to keep a dog occupied.

When to go. Weekend mornings are the peak; the courtyard fills fast. Arrive early or aim for a weekday if you want the sheltered courtyard tables with a dog in tow.

Sources

• Red Door Corner Store - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com

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