J's on the deck

J's on the Deck sits at Shop 1, 19 Addison Street in Shellharbour Village, a short walk from the harbour foreshore. The draw for dog owners is the deck itself, a covered outdoor area where dogs are genuinely welcome and staff tend to bring a water bowl out without being asked.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome on the outdoor deck, not inside. The deck is covered, so there is shade through the warmer mornings, and it looks out over the village toward the water. Staff are known for keeping water bowls on hand and for handing out kangaroo treats to canine visitors. It fills up on sunny weekends, so a table tucked to the side keeps your dog clear of the foot traffic.

The vibe

This is a village breakfast and lunch spot with an all day menu. The kitchen is known for its deluxe bacon and egg rolls, burgers, burritos and salads, plus milkshakes, smoothies and coffee. Staff come across as quick and friendly, which helps when you are managing a dog on a busy deck.

Getting there and parking

The address is 19 Addison Street, Shellharbour, with free street parking along Addison Street and the surrounding village streets. It fills fast on sunny weekends, so arrive early or be ready to walk a block. Opening hours run 7:30am to 3pm every day of the week.

Make a day of it

The harbour foreshore and coastal walking track are moments away for a stroll before or after coffee. Shell Cove Dog Park is a short drive south for an off lead run, and Flinders Dog Beach gives you a proper stretch of sand where dogs can swim. For another sit down feed, Pacino's Cafe is just along Addison Street.

Pepsi: The kangaroo treats are real. Sit down, order, and someone usually appears with a bowl of water before your coffee lands.

Confirm current on lead and off lead zones before letting your dog run on the nearby beaches, as the hours shift along the Shellharbour coast. A good village stop that pairs naturally with a harbour walk.