Tin Shed Cafe

The Tin Shed Garden Cafe on Main Road is a rustic, garden-style spot that makes a genuine effort for dogs, with a covered all-weather patio that works rain or shine. It is one of the easier places in McLaren Vale to bring a dog for breakfast or a relaxed lunch.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the all-weather patio and the front dining area, both outdoor but covered, with side blinds for shelter from wind and sun. Water bowls are often on hand. Keep your dog on-lead and settled near the table, since it can get busy with other diners.

Good to know. The cafe is known for its pizzas and a relaxed garden setting, with friendly staff and an easy all-day menu of breakfast, lunch and coffee.

Getting there. The address is 127 Main Road, McLaren Vale, right on the main drag. The cafe has its own parking, and it is an easy walk if you are already exploring the main street.

Nearby with the dogs. The Main Road strip is good for a walk before or after a meal, several dog-friendly cellar doors are a short drive away, and Onkaparinga River National Park has on-lead trails nearby.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmest on the patio. The covered seating and side blinds make this a reliable cold-weather option when other alfresco spots are exposed.

Sources

• Dog-friendly Dining - TIN SHED GARDEN CAFE · tinshedgardencafe.com
• Tin Shed Cafe - South Australia · southaustralia.com

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