Hahndorf Cottage Cafe

Hahndorf Cottage Cafe is a family-owned spot at 55 Mount Barker Road, a homely alternative to the busier venues on the main street. For dog owners the draw is the garden seating area at the back, where dogs are welcome away from the main-street bustle.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas, including the garden sitting area at the back, which is a calmer choice than footpath tables. Dogs are generally not allowed inside, in line with other Hahndorf cafes, so check on arrival. Water bowls are often available, but ask staff or bring your own to be safe.

Good to know. The kitchen leans towards quality homemade food, with homemade burgers, apple strudel and well-rated barista coffee. The atmosphere is described as homely and welcoming, with a few quaint rooms inside.

Getting there. The cafe sits directly on Mount Barker Road. Free street parking runs along the main road but gets very busy on weekends. Side streets such as Pine Avenue are a good fallback.

Nearby with the dogs. The Hahndorf Academy has a sculpture garden you can walk an on-leash dog around, the main street is dog-friendly for browsing, and the surrounding country roads give you a longer walk a short distance from the centre.

Quieter than the main-street pubs and cafes, which suits a nervous dog. Best mid-week or earlier in the day.

Sources

• Hahndorf Cottage Cafe · hahndorfsa.org.au

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