Bar Lucio(Queens Park)

Bar Lucio is a small Italian-style bakery-cafe on Birrell Street in Queens Park, known for sfogliatelle, fresh focaccia and good coffee. It's a well-known dog-friendly stop for owners heading to or from Queens Park and Centennial Park.

The dog setup. The indoor space is tight, so dogs sit outside with you at the footpath and outdoor tables. Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome there, and staff will generally bring out a water bowl if you ask.

Known for. Sfogliatelle (ricotta, chocolate or custard), fresh-baked focaccia and bombolini, plus a short breakfast and lunch menu (avo on toast, frittata, salads).

Getting there and parking. It's on the corner of Birrell Street. Street parking nearby is timed and limited, so expect to circle the block on a busy morning.

Queens Park's off-leash areas and Centennial Parklands are both an easy walk away, making this a natural coffee stop before or after a run.

Sources

• Bar Lucio @ Queens Park · thewhereto.com

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