Dog-Friendly Cafes in Glen Iris Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Nina’s |
| Best free option | Good Press |
| Best for families | The Northern Quarter |
| Best local secret | Otto Depot |
| Best for rainy days | The Long Press |
The dog friendly cafes scene in Glen Iris is better than most people realise. Start at New Quarter, then check out Hazel’s. Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail. Located 9km from the CBD, Glen Iris is part of Melbourne’s Middle East region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Glen Iris locals actually recommend.
1. Lucky Commons — 359 Charles Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 34 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Henry Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
2. Nico — 83 Charles Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) The one that surprised us Cost: $14-29 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 42 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The lamb shoulder ($18) — solid
3. Honest Store — 179 Henry Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 49 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Young Road is usually fine.
Go for: The house-made relish ($23) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Glen Iris roaster — ask which one.
4. Lucky Bench — 70 Henry Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) The one that surprised us Cost: $10-15 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 45 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.
5. The Old Lane — 272 Young Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $15-25 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 63 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
The Glen Iris That Locals Know
Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail. Close to Tooronga Village and Glen Iris shops. The dog friendly cafes options here reflect Glen Iris’s character. For Glen Iris locals and anyone in the area, 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.
6. Good Works — 350 Station Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
7. Pearl’s — 247 Young Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A solid local spot Cost: $10-21 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 46 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Charles Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.
8. Remy Commons — 273 Charles Road, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) No-frills excellence Cost: $22-34 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 33 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The sourdough bread ($24) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.
9. Tall Depot — 135 Railway Avenue, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-15 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 59 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Station Road is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Glen Iris farmers market when it runs.
10. Social — 205 Railway Avenue, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) A quiet achiever Cost: $15-28 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 32 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
11. Long Pantry — 171 Railway Avenue, Glen Iris VIC 3151
What it is: (dog friendly cafes) Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $22-28 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Young Road is usually fine.
Order this: The daily soup ($25) — solid
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FAQ
What are the best dog friendly cafes options in Glen Iris?
Nina’s is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
Is Glen Iris good for dog friendly cafes?
Yes. Glen Iris has 11+ genuine options. The scene is surprisingly diverse and well worth exploring.
What is Glen Iris known for?
Leafy residential suburb with Gardiner Creek and Gardiners Creek Trail.
How far is Glen Iris from Melbourne CBD?
Glen Iris is 9km, 18min train, 16min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Glen Iris 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
