Andonis Cafe & Bar, Upper Coomera

Andonis Cafe & Bar is the big brunch destination at 177 Reserve Road in Upper Coomera, and it treats dogs as guests rather than an afterthought: the outdoor dining area is open to them and there is a dedicated doggy menu with puppy lattes and dog-friendly treats. The Greek-leaning all-day menu and generous grounds make it a fixture for northern Gold Coast dog owners.

The dog setup

Dogs are warmly welcomed in the outdoor dining area, on lead and settled beside your table. The real draw for owners is the dedicated doggy menu, which runs to puppy lattes, protein barkfast bowls and dog-friendly treats, so the dog gets a plate of their own. Water is available on request and staff are used to four-legged regulars. Indoor dining is for humans.

The vibe and the menu

The kitchen covers breakfast and lunch with a contemporary Australian and Greek menu, strong coffee and a bar for later sittings. It is a large, busy venue that fills with families on weekends, so book if you want a guaranteed outdoor table with the dog. Weekday mornings are noticeably calmer.

Getting there and parking

The cafe is at 177 Reserve Road, Upper Coomera, with on-site parking for customers, which makes arrivals easy even with an excited dog in the car. It sits a short drive from the M1 at either Coomera or Oxenford.

Close by with the dogs

For an off-lead run before brunch, the Baker Creek Fenced Dog Park is close by, and the Oxenford Lake loop is an easy on-lead walk. If you want a second coffee stop, Hashtag Cafe Coomera and Spresso are both dog-welcoming. More options are on the Upper Coomera destination page and the Queensland cafes list.

Weekends belong to families and dogs alike, so a weekday visit is the relaxed option; weekends reward a booking.