Old Faithful Cafe

Old Faithful Cafe is a well-liked local on Coonans Road in Pascoe Vale South, doing full all-day breakfast and lunch with a strong following for its coffee. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating, making it an easy stop on a neighbourhood walk.

The dog setup. Dogs join you outside, in the back courtyard area and at the limited footpath tables out front. Keep your dog clear of the pedestrian path if you take a front table. Indoors is for people and assistance dogs only. Staff are accommodating and water bowls usually appear in the courtyard, but pack your own bowl and a couple of treats to be safe.

Good to know. The coffee is the headline draw, and reviewers regularly name the waffles, smashed avo, eggs benedict, sweet potato roesti and the bacon and egg roll. There is a kids menu, so it works for a family outing.

Getting there. Find it on Coonans Road. Street parking nearby can fill at busy times, so allow a few extra minutes. The 513 bus services Coonans Road, and it is a very walkable stop if you live locally.

Nearby with the dogs. Follow coffee with an off-leash run at Shore Reserve or Brearley Reserve, both in Pascoe Vale South. For more dog-friendly cafes, try Cactus or Parkstone.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmer for grabbing an outdoor table with the dog. Weekends are busier but still workable if you arrive early. Good for a dog happy to settle while you eat.

Sources

• Old Faithful Cafe - Facebook · facebook.com
• Old Faithful Cafe - Instagram · instagram.com
• Old Faithful Cafe - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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