Best Dog Friendly Guide in Strathmore Heights Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Blue Kitchen |
| Best free option | Otto’s |
| Best for families | Hazel’s |
| Best local secret | The White Lane |
| Best for rainy days | Nico Cellar |
Strathmore Heights doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The dog friendly guide scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. Archive and Humble Lane are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Strathmore Heights sits 15-30km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Strathmore Heights is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
1. Good Depot — 255 Thomas Parade, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $18-23 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 64 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Margaret Drive is usually fine.
2. The Green Lane — 2 Market Avenue, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: A local institution Cost: $13-25 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
3. Oliver Corner — 59 Anderson Place, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $14-19 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The room holds 63 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: They source produce from Strathmore Heights farmers market when it runs.
4. Bright Lane — 72 Anderson Place, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $18-27 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
Capacity is around 54 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Thomas Parade is usually fine.
5. Ada Mill — 361 Market Avenue, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $9-17 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 63 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Young Avenue is usually fine.
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6. Otto’s — 95 Thomas Parade, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $14-25 per person Best for: budget eaters
Capacity is around 32 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on Anderson Place is usually fine.
Ask for: The pumpkin risotto ($16) — solid
7. Theo Table — 222 Anderson Place, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: A local institution Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Margaret Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Strathmore Heights farmers market when it runs.
8. Max’s — 336 Thomas Parade, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-14 per person Best for: the whole crew
The room holds 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
9. River — 264 Margaret Drive, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $18-29 per person Best for: groups
The room holds 41 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
10. Felix Kitchen — 6 Margaret Drive, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $21-35 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 57 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
11. Theo Commons — 336 Market Avenue, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $20-31 per person Best for: families
The room holds 33 — 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.
12. Ruby Corner — 233 Market Avenue, Strathmore Heights VIC 3063
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: families
The room holds 52 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Anderson Place is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Explore More
- Melbourne Cbd Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Strathmore Heights Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Strathmore Heights Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Melbourne Cbd Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Strathmore Heights stacks up
- All Strathmore Heights Guides — everything we’ve written about Strathmore Heights
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Strathmore Heights known for?
Strathmore Heights is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
What is Strathmore Heights best known for?
Blue Kitchen is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Strathmore Heights from Melbourne CBD?
Strathmore Heights is 15-30km, 25-45min by public transport from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Strathmore Heights 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
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
