SAINT NIC

The short version. SAINT NIC is a modern brunch cafe at 22-24 Portman Street, Oakleigh, a newer addition to the local scene. It is listed as pet-friendly, with dogs welcome in the alfresco area out front.

The dog setup. Dogs join you at the outdoor, street-front seating on Portman Street rather than inside. Staff will often provide a water bowl on request, but bring your own to be sure. The frontage is easy to settle a dog beside while you eat.

Good to know. The kitchen focuses on breakfast, brunch and lunch, with wine, beer and local cider also on the menu. It runs an early-to-mid-afternoon day, closing around 3pm, so it is a morning and lunch stop rather than a dinner one.

Getting there and parking. There is street parking on Portman Street and the surrounding streets, plus a public car park behind the Coles on Portman Street a short walk away. It is a short walk from Oakleigh Station on the Pakenham and Cranbourne lines.

Nearby with the dogs. You are in the heart of the Oakleigh cafe precinct, so a walk around the shops and Eaton Mall is on your doorstep, and Scotchmans Run Reserve is a short drive for an off-leash run.

Sources

• Saint Nic, Oakleigh - AGFG · agfg.com.au
• Saint Nic on Portman Street - Facebook · facebook.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.