Best Dog Friendly Guide in Blackburn North Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Archive |
| Best free option | The Green Social |
| Best for families | Commons |
| Best local secret | Leo’s |
| Best for rainy days | White Post |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Stella’s, then work your way to Old Standard. Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road. This is Blackburn North in 2026.
1. Oliver Mill — 310 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Cecil Street is usually fine.
Order this: The lamb shoulder ($22) — solid
2. Oliver’s — 329 High Terrace, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $12-17 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Standard — 95 Thomas Grove, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 38 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bourke Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
4. Cleo Depot — 186 Chapel Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $19-34 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 55 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. The New Store — 285 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $10-18 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Worth knowing: The sourdough bread ($16) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
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6. The High Yard — 347 High Terrace, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-32 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Ask for: The fish special ($19) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
7. Iris’s — 119 Bourke Road, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $15-22 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 53 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
8. Pearl Standard — 105 Cecil Street, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Blackburn North farmers market when it runs.
9. Mabel Social — 146 High Terrace, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: families
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Come back for: The lamb shoulder ($27) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Blackburn North roaster — ask which one.
10. Felix’s — 87 High Terrace, Blackburn North VIC 3143
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $20-28 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($26) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
Explore More
- Blackburn Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Blackburn North Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Blackburn North Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Ringwood Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Blackburn North stacks up
- All Blackburn North Guides — everything we’ve written about Blackburn North
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Blackburn North known for?
Residential suburb with Blackburn North Shopping Centre on Springfield Road.
What is Blackburn North best known for?
Archive is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Blackburn North from Melbourne CBD?
Blackburn North is 24-35km, 35-52min train, 28-40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
