Meraki coffee

Meraki coffee is a friendly corner cafe on Unwins Bridge Road in Sydenham, known locally as one of the more dog-welcoming spots in the Inner West. It runs Five Senses coffee and a specialty brunch menu, with a footpath seating setup that suits owners keen to bring their dog along.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor footpath tables, where they can settle beside you on the concrete. Staff are reported to keep water bowls topped up for visiting dogs. Keep your dog leashed, and expect the outdoor tables to get busy, so a calm, well-socialised dog will do best here.

Known for. Regulars mention the mushroom katsu toastie, the egg sambo, and solid breakfast wraps. It has built a reputation as a go-to dog cafe in the area, helped along by the relaxed, local feel, aircraft noise from overhead flights included.

Getting there. The cafe is a short walk from Sydenham Station, useful if you're combining a coffee with a park visit nearby. Street parking on Unwins Bridge Road and side streets is limited, so check posted time limits before you settle in.

Sydenham Green, a large fenced dog park, is close enough to pair with a coffee run, and Tempe Recreation Reserve offers a longer walk by the water if you want to make more of the visit.

Sources

• Meraki Coffee - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Dog-friendly cafes in Sydney - GoGet · goget.com.au
• Five Senses Coffee - Meraki Coffee announcement · facebook.com

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