the coffee chief(Parkdale)

The Coffee Chief is a beachside coffee van on the Bay Trail at Parkdale, parked near the yacht club and the Antibes Street car park. It is an outdoor setup right on the foreshore, so it is an easy, dog-welcoming stop on a beach walk, open early through late morning most days.

The dog setup. Being a van, everything is outdoors and dogs are welcome throughout, including the seating beside the van and the adjacent footpath. Staff are friendly to dogs and often have a water bowl going, though it is worth carrying your own in case they run out during the morning rush. Hours shift day to day, so check their Instagram before making a special trip.

Good to know. It has a strong local reputation for specialty coffee, and the position right on the Bay Trail and beach is the main draw. Expect quick service and a cookie or two to go with the coffee.

Getting there. The van operates from the Bay Trail car park near the Parkdale Yacht Club, with paid ticketed parking at the Antibes Street beach car park. The flat, sealed Bay Trail runs right past it.

When to go. Early morning is the ritual here, coffee in hand on the foreshore. Check the beach signage for the current dog access times before you let your dog off along the sand.

Sources

• Antibes St Beach car park - City of Kingston · kingston.vic.gov.au
• Jackson The Coffee Chief · photobat.net
• The Coffee Chief - Reviews & Photos · the-coffee-chief.wheree.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.