Best Dog Friendly Guide in Maidstone Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Kai | | Best with kids | Felix Table | | Hidden spot | Remy Store | | Bad weather pick | River Works |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Vera’s, then work your way to Quarter. Maidstone is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community. This is Maidstone in 2026.
1. Felix’s — 142 Charles Drive, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $9-19 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 38 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Charles Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
2. White Works — 37 Sydney Terrace, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $18-32 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The space seats about 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Rex’s — 303 Bay Road, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $11-26 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The room holds 37 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
4. Nina Pantry — 174 Bay Road, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
Capacity is around 63 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
5. The Golden Post — 370 Sydney Terrace, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 39 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
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6. Half Lane — 43 Charles Drive, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $17-28 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The space seats about 60 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
7. The Good Post — 228 Bay Road, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-31 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 50 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Elizabeth Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
8. The Sunny Commons — 68 Sydney Terrace, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Start with: The mushroom pasta ($20) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Maidstone roaster — ask which one.
9. The Southern Local — 276 Charles Drive, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: A local institution Cost: $19-24 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
Capacity is around 49 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Old Place — 245 Edward Drive, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Under-the-radar gem Cost: $22-30 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($28) — solid Insider tip: They source produce from Maidstone farmers market when it runs.
11. Sol’s — 42 Charles Drive, Maidstone VIC 3085
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 34 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The charcuterie board ($22) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Maidstone roaster — ask which one.
Explore More
- Melbourne Cbd Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Maidstone Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Maidstone Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Melbourne Cbd Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Maidstone stacks up
- All Maidstone Guides — everything we’ve written about Maidstone
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Maidstone known for?
Maidstone is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
What is Maidstone best known for?
Hazel Local is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Maidstone from Melbourne CBD?
Maidstone is 15-30km, 25-45min by public transport from Melbourne CBD.
Look — Maidstone 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
