Phoenician Cafe

Phoenician Cafe is a neighbourhood brunch spot on Westbury Street, a short walk from Alma Park, and dogs are welcome on its undercover outdoor deck.

The dog setup. Dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables on the covered deck, not inside. Staff are used to canine regulars and the cafe is known locally for puppuccinos, with dog treats sometimes available on request. Bring your own water bowl if your dog is fussy, as availability isn't guaranteed on a quiet weekday.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for its brunch menu, house-baked cakes and sticky date pudding, and strong coffee. It's a smaller, quieter alternative to the busier St Kilda strip, which makes the deck easier to get a table on with a dog in tow. Open roughly 7am to 2.30-3pm daily, though it's worth confirming hours before a special trip.

Getting there. The cafe sits at 34 Westbury Street, St Kilda East. There's no dedicated car park, so expect to find a spot on Westbury Street or the surrounding residential streets.

Nearby with the dogs. Alma Park East Dog Off Leash Area is an easy walk away for a run before or after coffee, and the wider Chapel Street and Carlisle Street cafe strips are within a short stroll for more options.

Go early on weekend mornings if you want the deck to yourself. It's a low-key stop, not a destination in its own right, so pair it with a walk at Alma Park to make a morning of it.

Sources

• Phoenician Cafe – StKilda.com.au · stkilda.com.au
• Phoenician cafe - Melbourne Restaurants - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Exploring Pet-Friendly Places around the St Kilda area · pawsuithappiness.com.au

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