Best Dog Friendly Guide in Hughesdale Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Kai’s |
| Best free option | Cleo’s |
| Best for families | Rosa Standard |
| Best local secret | The Green Standard |
| Best for rainy days | The New Room |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Gus Kitchen, then work your way to Yard. Hughesdale is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community. This is Hughesdale in 2026.
1. Old Press — 356 Rowan Lane, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 48 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.
2. Rex Commons — 229 William Grove, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $12-19 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 44 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($16) — solid
3. Ada Cellar — 35 Rowan Lane, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
4. Golden Yard — 287 Rowan Lane, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $20-33 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 37 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on James Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Ruby Table — 22 Smith Avenue, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $9-16 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 55 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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6. Marco — 291 William Grove, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 65 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. Ava — 151 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $10-24 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Cleo Post — 314 James Parade, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: solo diners
The space seats about 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Hughesdale roaster — ask which one.
9. New Table — 243 Rowan Lane, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-30 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 62 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Hughesdale roaster — ask which one.
10. Marco — 259 Smith Avenue, Hughesdale VIC 3057
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $16-25 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 42 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
Explore More
- Melbourne Cbd Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Hughesdale Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Hughesdale Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Melbourne Cbd Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Hughesdale stacks up
- All Hughesdale Guides — everything we’ve written about Hughesdale
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Hughesdale known for?
Hughesdale is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
What is Hughesdale best known for?
Kai’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Hughesdale from Melbourne CBD?
Hughesdale is 15-30km, 25-45min by public transport from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Hughesdale to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.
Last updated: March 2026
