Rough Diamond

Rough Diamond is a coffee-focused cafe on Koroit Street in central Warrnambool, set in a refurbished 1970s building. For dog owners the draw is the grassy patio out the side, where dogs are welcome.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor grassed patio, not inside the cafe building. The green space is more relaxed than a tight footpath, which suits a dog that likes room to settle. Water bowls often appear from staff or regulars, but bring your own to be sure.

Good to know. The coffee is the headline, pulling Small Batch Roasting Co beans, backed by well-regarded toasties on Jane Dough sourdough and produce from local makers like Schulz Organic Dairy. It is a breakfast and lunch spot, generally open mornings to early afternoon and closed Sundays, so check current hours.

Getting there and parking. The address is 203 Koroit Street. Street parking runs along Koroit Street and the side streets but gets busy, and it is an easy walk from the city centre.

Nearby with the dogs. The Botanic Gardens are close for a post-coffee walk, and Lake Pertobe is a short drive for open space and walking paths.

When to go. Weekday mornings are the calmest stretch on the patio, while weekends get busy. Good for a dog that likes a bit of grass underfoot rather than a crowded footpath.

Sources

• The Best Warrnambool Cafes · australiantraveller.com
• Rough Diamond, Warrnambool - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Rough Diamond, Warrnambool · instagram.com

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