Dog-Friendly Cafes in Eumemmerring Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | The Common Cellar | | Best with kids | New Press | | Hidden spot | The Long Cellar | | Bad weather pick | Finn’s |
We’ve tested every dog friendly cafes option in Eumemmerring to put this list together. The verdict: this suburb delivers. Golden Mill is the one everyone knows. Zara’s is the sleeper. Prices are reasonable — coffee at $4.00-4.50, dinner at $18-32. Small suburb adjacent to Doveton and Dandenong. Eumemmerring sits in the Outer South East corridor, 33km from Melbourne’s CBD, and the dog friendly cafes scene here is better than most give it credit for. We’ve been covering Eumemmerring since MELBZ launched, and the suburb’s options have only improved.
1. Cleo’s — 304 Collins Parade, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Worth the detour Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The room holds 35 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. Ruby — 229 Maple Place, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) The one that surprised us Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 61 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Maple Place is usually fine.
Try this: The house-made relish ($18) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
3. Mia Store — 246 Collins Parade, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A local institution Cost: $21-32 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 37 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Kai House — 298 Maple Place, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Worth the detour Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 62 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bridge Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Union — 237 Lake Drive, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A quiet achiever Cost: $9-18 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
Capacity is around 34 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Eumemmerring farmers market when it runs.
6. Marco’s — 101 Maple Place, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A local institution Cost: $14-23 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
What Eumemmerring Actually Is
Small suburb adjacent to Doveton and Dandenong. Eumemmerring Creek and trail system. Primarily residential. The dog friendly cafes options here reflect Eumemmerring’s character. If you’re living in or near Eumemmerring, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.
7. Theo Pantry — 366 Collins Parade, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Reliable all-rounder Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: dates
Capacity is around 44 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. The High House — 362 Lygon Lane, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A local institution Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Start with: The crispy chicken ($18) — solid
9. The Tall Cellar — 115 Bridge Lane, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) The one that surprised us Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 56 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Come back for: The sourdough bread ($12) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
10. Humble Local — 221 Maple Place, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Worth the detour Cost: $18-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Lake Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Eumemmerring roaster — ask which one.
11. Leo Kitchen — 368 Lygon Lane, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A solid local spot Cost: $21-34 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
12. Mia Quarter — 10 Collins Parade, Eumemmerring VIC 3807
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A local institution Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Explore More
- Doveton Dog Friendly Cafes — same vibe, different suburb
- Eumemmerring Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Eumemmerring Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Eumemmerring Complete Guide — everything about Eumemmerring
- Compare Suburbs — see how Eumemmerring stacks up
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FAQ
What are the best dog friendly cafes options in Eumemmerring?
Felix Post is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Eumemmerring good for dog friendly cafes?
Yes. Eumemmerring has 12+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.
What is Eumemmerring known for?
Small suburb adjacent to Doveton and Dandenong.
How far is Eumemmerring from Melbourne CBD?
Eumemmerring is 33km, no direct train, 36min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Eumemmerring won’t win any design awards. But the food is honest, the prices are fair, and the locals actually know each other. In Melbourne, that’s increasingly rare.
Last updated: March 2026
