Good Grace Cafe & Restaurant

Good Grace Cafe & Restaurant is a modern Australian spot at 7A Princeton Street, Kenmore, named after the family dog Grace. It is built around seasonal local produce and a leafy rear courtyard, rates 4.6 across more than 300 reviews, and is one of the more genuinely dog-friendly restaurants in Brisbane's west.

Dogs in the courtyard

Dogs are welcome in the large rear courtyard and beer garden, plus the undercover alfresco patio. The indoor dining room stays pet-free, so aim for an outdoor table when booking. Water bowls are provided, and the cafe has been known to hand out doggy treats and even a doggy ice cream. Keep your dog leashed, particularly moving through to the rear garden.

On the menu

Breakfast runs to eggs benedict, chilli scrambled eggs and rotating seasonal plates, with vegetarian and vegan options covered and well-rated coffee including the dirty chai. Dinner service Wednesday through Saturday brings dishes like beef cheeks and mushroom gnocchi, a wine and cocktail list, and themed nights such as Thursday Mexican with tacos, nachos and margaritas. Hours are 8am to 2:30pm Monday, Tuesday and Sunday, and 8am to 9pm Wednesday to Saturday.

Getting there and parking

It is just off Moggill Road on Princeton Street, with street parking nearby and additional public parking across the road.

Make a day of it

Green Hill Reservoir at Chapel Hill is the closest off-leash option, an elevated grassy area with a paved loop path and water fountains, ideal before brunch. For other tables nearby, The Olive Grove Cafe and One Table Cafe - Kenmore are both in the suburb. More options sit under QLD restaurants and in Kenmore.

Weekend brunch gets busy, so book ahead for a courtyard table. Good for owners after a proper sit-down meal with a shaded outdoor spot for the dog.