Best Dog Friendly Guide in Kew East Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Top pick | Oliver |
| Free highlight | The White Cellar |
| Family-friendly | Store |
| Locals only | Ivy’s |
| Indoor option | The Little Works |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Mia’s, then work your way to Lane. Quiet residential pocket near Hays Paddock and Burke Road shops. This is Kew East in 2026.
1. Hazel’s — 163 William Street, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $9-24 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 36 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
2. Old Commons — 230 Smith Parade, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 50 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Try this: The crispy chicken ($24) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Stella — 337 Murray Grove, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 37 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Go for: The mushroom pasta ($13) — solid
4. Ivy’s — 97 Murray Grove, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
5. Hazel — 164 Blake Drive, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $11-19 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Bay Parade is usually fine.
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6. Gus’s — 313 Bay Parade, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A local institution Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 56 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. Marco’s — 266 William Street, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $17-30 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 40 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
8. The Golden Union — 206 Murray Grove, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Blake Drive is usually fine.
9. The Bright Depot — 133 William Street, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 51 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Kew East roaster — ask which one.
10. Little Press — 26 Smith Parade, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: A local institution Cost: $14-27 per person Best for: families
Capacity is around 46 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Ada Mill — 315 Blake Drive, Kew East VIC 3135
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: families
The room holds 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
Explore More
- Balwyn North Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Kew East Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Kew East Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Hawthorn East Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Kew East stacks up
- All Kew East Guides — everything we’ve written about Kew East
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Kew East known for?
Quiet residential pocket near Hays Paddock and Burke Road shops.
What is Kew East best known for?
Oliver is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Kew East from Melbourne CBD?
Kew East is 14-22km, 25-38min train, 20-30min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
