Home Grown Port Fairy

Home Grown Port Fairy sits on Bank Street in the heart of Victoria's far south-west coastal town, plating brunch built around local produce. It has earned a strong word-of-mouth following with travellers working their way along the coast, and dog owners report it as one of the easier places in town to settle in for a long meal with a dog in tow.

The dog welcome is reported by visitors rather than spelled out by the venue: Tripadvisor reviewers describe bringing dogs, including large ones, and being made comfortable through a leisurely brunch in the relaxed outdoor settings. The cafe's own site carries no written dog policy, so treat it as a well-established outdoor habit. Ask for an outside table when you arrive and keep your dog tucked in close.

The vibe

The kitchen leans on local produce and the menu rewards it: coconut pancakes and potato rosti are the dishes people come back for, poached eggs done properly, and vegan and gluten free options that mean nobody in the group misses out. Staff get singled out for being friendly, which matters when you are managing a dog at a busy brunch table.

You will find it at 2/32 Bank St, an easy walk from the wharf end of town and the Moyne River foreshore, both good for a pre-brunch leg stretch. Hours run 8:30am to 2pm Thursday to Monday, with the kitchen closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays, so plan dog-friendly brunch days around that.

Pair it with

Port Fairy punches above its weight for dog-welcoming tables: Borough Chambers is another cafe option nearby, while Merrijig Kitchen covers the long-lunch end of the day. Travelling with a van or tent, Port Fairy Gardens Caravan Park keeps the dog-friendly run going overnight. Browse more dog friendly cafes in Victoria or see the full listing for Port Fairy.