In a Dash Coffee

In a Dash Coffee is a small boutique cafe on Duggan Street, a quiet side street just off the Toowoomba City CBD. It runs on handmade-craft charm: sewn goods for sale on the shelves, a sweets cabinet by the counter and a reputation for serious coffee. Dogs are welcome at the undercover outdoor tables out front, and the side-street setting makes it a calmer stop than the main-strip cafes with a dog in tow.

The dog setup

The dog territory is the undercover footpath seating on Duggan Street. It is sheltered and comfortable year round, and staff are known for being good with four-legged customers. As with most Queensland cafes, the indoor space is people-only, so bring a bowl if your dog drinks on schedule.

The vibe

This is a locals' spot rather than a destination cafe, with a quiet atmosphere and a loyal regular crowd. The coffee is the draw, backed by a cabinet of brownies, carrot cake and hot chocolates, with gluten-free and dairy-free options on hand. Prices sit in the modest range, and the handmade gifts make it an easy place to leave with more than a coffee.

Getting there and parking

The address is Shop 3, 6 Duggan Street, Toowoomba City. Street parking is usually available right out front, which helps when you cannot leave a dog in the car. The venue is wheelchair accessible. Hours run 7:30am to 2:30pm Monday to Saturday, closed Sundays, so mornings are your window.

Pair it with

Queens Park is a short walk or drive away for an on-lead stroll, and the fenced Queens Park Dog Off Leash Area in East Toowoomba gives dogs a proper run if you want to earn the coffee first. Closer to the range escarpment, Picnic Point Toowoomba is another dog-friendly stop with a view.

More options around the state are in the Queensland dog friendly cafes guide, and everything else in the CBD is on the Toowoomba City destination page.