Red Bean Coffee Roaster

Red Bean Coffee Roaster is a house-roasting cafe on Plenty Road in Preston, and the reason to bring the dog is the relaxed welcome: staff are genuinely keen on visiting pooches and the front alfresco area catches the morning sun.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor footpath tables, and there are reports of dogs being fine inside when you are just grabbing a coffee. The space is industrial and gets tight on weekends, so the front seating is your best bet with a dog in tow. Bring your own water bowl to be safe.

Good to know. The coffee is roasted in-house and the brunch portions are generous, with vegan-friendly options and beans and sourdough to take home. Service has a strong local reputation.

Getting there. Free street parking nearby, though it can be tight at peak times. The 86 tram stops close by on Plenty Road (around stop 42, Tyler Street).

When to go. Arrive early on weekends to claim an outdoor spot before the rush. Good for a quick coffee stop before walking the dog at one of Preston's off-leash reserves.

Sources

• Cafe in Preston, Melbourne - Red Bean Coffee · redbeancoffee.com.au
• Red Bean Coffee - Preston Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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