Pistella

Pistella is a modern Italian-style gelato bar at 123 Lower Plenty Road in the heart of Rosanna Village, and the one fact that matters for dog owners is simple: dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating, and the staff are genuinely attentive to them.

The dog setup

Dogs settle in at the outdoor tables on a lead, close by while you order. Water is usually available on request, and the counter often has special doggo treats or pup cups so your dog gets something too. It suits a dog that handles village foot traffic well, because the shopping strip has a steady stream of passers-by.

The vibe

This is a casual gelato and dessert stop rather than a full meal destination, best for an afternoon or evening treat after a walk through the nearby Rosanna Parklands. The staff's easygoing way with pets is the part regulars keep mentioning, and it makes the stop feel designed for dogs rather than merely tolerated.

Max: pair the village strip with the parklands loop first. A tired dog makes the outdoor table wait easy.

Getting there and parking

Free street parking runs along Lower Plenty Road and the side streets. Rosanna Station is a short walk away if you are coming by train. The bar opens from noon to 9pm, seven days.

Pair it with

Rosanna Parklands are a short walk for trails and open space before the gelato. For a sit-down cafe meal nearby, Hey Sunshine Cafe and Touchstone Cafe are up the road in Macleod. If your dog still has energy to burn, Price Park Fenced Dog Park in Viewbank is a solid off-lead option close by.

The broader list runs through the Victoria dog friendly cafes guide and the Rosanna destination page.