Best Dog Friendly Guide in Strathmore Melbourne — 2026 Guide
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Our #1 | The High Yard |
| Zero-cost winner | Luna Room |
| Kid-approved | Rosa Pantry |
| Under the radar | Stella Corner |
| Wet day saviour | The Green Mill |
Strathmore 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. Remy’s and Northern Room are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Strathmore sits 9-20km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Leafy residential suburb with a strong sense of community.
1. Mia’s — 234 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $8-18 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
The room holds 43 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The sourdough bread ($12) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. Half House — 376 Main Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $20-25 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The room holds 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
3. Mia — 199 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $20-30 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
The room holds 43 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
4. Pearl’s — 20 Church Drive, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $15-23 per person Best for: kids under 12 who need to burn energy
The space seats about 34 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The charcuterie board ($20) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
5. Good Place — 243 Elm Parade, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $19-25 per person Best for: budget eaters
The room holds 48 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The lamb shoulder ($24) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
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6. Kai’s — 73 Church Drive, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $15-29 per person Best for: the under-$15 crowd
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Church Drive is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
7. Southern Press — 146 Plenty Grove, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $10-17 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 65 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Elm Parade is usually fine.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
8. Mia’s — 348 Church Drive, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: budget eaters
The space seats about 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
9. Finn’s — 164 King Crescent, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $21-36 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The room holds 59 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Come back for: The charcuterie board ($27) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
10. Remy Bench — 295 King Crescent, Strathmore VIC 3074
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $11-17 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 51 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($15) — solid
Explore More
- Niddrie Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Strathmore Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Strathmore Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Pascoe Vale Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Strathmore stacks up
- All Strathmore Guides — everything we’ve written about Strathmore
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Strathmore known for?
Leafy residential suburb with a strong sense of community.
What is Strathmore best known for?
The High Yard is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Strathmore from Melbourne CBD?
Strathmore is 9-20km, 18-38min train, 15-28min drive from Melbourne CBD.
If you’re comparing Strathmore 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.
