Cafe Nova Townsville

A vintage-styled cafe with home-style cooking and dog-friendly outdoor tables. Cafe Nova is a central Townsville cafe with an old-timey, antiques-and-vintage fitout, doing breakfast and lunch with a welcoming line on dogs. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating, not indoors.

The dog setup. Take the outdoor tables to sit with your dog. Staff are accommodating, but bring your own water bowl - it is the safe bet here for a warm day.

Known for. Home-style food in generous portions, homemade sweets including a caramel tart, and a distinctive vintage decor that sets it apart from the slicker CBD cafes.

Getting there and parking. Central Townsville. Free street parking is generally available in the surrounding streets, though it can get busy. Easy to reach on foot if you are staying in the CBD.

Nearby with the dog. The Strand is a short drive or brisk walk for the foreshore loop, with a few small city parks closer in for a quick break.

When to go. Mornings for breakfast and the quieter window. A relaxed, characterful sit rather than a quick grab-and-go.

Sources

• Cafe Nova Townsville Guide · absolutecravings.com.au

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