Cafe Alfons

Cafe Alfons is a busy breakfast and lunch spot on Thomas Drive, Chevron Island, a short walk from central Surfers Paradise. It is well regarded for its coffee and a strong line in gluten-free and lactose-free dishes, and dogs are welcome at the outdoor footpath tables.

The dog setup. Dogs join you at the pavement seating out front, which looks onto the street and has room for a settled dog beside your chair. Let staff know you have a dog when you arrive and they will seat you outside. There is no dedicated dog menu, so bring your own water bowl, especially on warm mornings.

Good to know. Reviewers consistently praise the coffee, the generous serving sizes and the gluten-free range, with cheerful service even when the cafe is full. It opens early for breakfast and gets busy across weekend brunch.

Getting there. Street parking runs along Thomas Drive and the side streets, but it fills quickly during peak weekend hours, so arrive early or walk in. It is roughly a 15 to 20 minute walk from the main Surfers Paradise beachfront.

Nearby with the dogs. Chevron Island has green space and paths along the Nerang River for a stroll before or after coffee. Check local signage for on-leash rules near the beach.

Best on a weekday morning or early weekend, before the queue builds. Good for sociable dogs that are comfortable with passing foot traffic.

Sources

• Top Gluten-Free Pet-Friendly Spots in Surfers Paradise · atly.com

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