Roar Espresso

Roar Espresso is a casual coffee spot inside the Brighton Homes Arena precinct, the Brisbane Lions' training base in Springfield Central. It is known for good coffee, healthy breakfast options and a lively, community feel on weekday mornings. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor alfresco seating.

Dog access. The alfresco area sits on a car-free concourse in front of the cafe, giving plenty of open space to settle a leashed dog beside the table. Dogs should stay leashed and under control; staff are generally welcoming to well-behaved dogs in this outdoor zone.

Known for. Healthy meals with gluten-free options, solid coffee and shakes, and a casual, community-focused vibe tied to its Brisbane Lions location.

Getting there and parking. The cafe is at 16 Eden Station Drive, Springfield Central, inside the Brighton Homes Arena complex. Free parking is available on-site and on nearby streets. Note the cafe keeps weekday hours only, open Monday to Friday, 7am to 3pm, and is closed on weekends.

Nearby with the dogs. The pedestrian concourse right outside the cafe is good for a walk before or after coffee. Sirius Fenced Dog Park and the wider Orion Springfield Central precinct are a short drive away for a run.

When to go. Weekday mornings suit this spot best, both for the open hours and the quieter concourse before the lunch rush. Remember it is shut on Saturday and Sunday.

Sources

• Orion Springfield Central's post - Facebook · facebook.com

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