Courtyard Dining & Espresso

Courtyard Dining & Espresso is a high-rated local cafe at 3a Telopea St, Telopea, just west of Telopea train station. The defining draw for dog owners is the shaded outdoor courtyard, where well-behaved dogs on a leash can sit with you while you work through the brunch menu.

The courtyard is equipped with umbrellas for shade, making it a comfortable spot across the morning rush. Staff are friendly and efficient, but bring your own dog bowl, as there is no confirmed on-site water supply for pets. The kitchen serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch with generous portions, covering staples like French toast, smashed avo, and bacon and egg rolls alongside the specialty coffee.

Free street parking is available in the surrounding residential streets. If you want to give your dog a proper run before or after a meal, the fenced off-leash area at George Kendall Riverside Park Fenced Dog Park in Ermington is a short drive away.

Weekday afternoons are the quietest stretch. The kitchen closes at 2 pm daily, so aim for an early or mid-morning arrival to secure a shaded table.

Sources

• COURTYARD DINING & ESPRESSO - Reviews, Photos · courtyard-dining-espresso.wheree.com

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