PAWSOME PLACES
Looking for a pet-friendly cafe to grab a coffee or bite to eat with your dog in tow? Take a look at some of our favourite locals.
Ground Café Muldersdrift
A wonderful escape from the city, why not go on a hike on the property with your furry friend before settling down for a well-deserved breakfast or lunch? Dogs will be well looked after and can even enjoy their own pup-a-cino and biscuit for R25! groundthevenue.com/ground-cafe
Arbour Café & Courtyard Birdhaven
This whimsical French-inspired café and creperie is tucked away in a delightful courtyard. Dogs on leashes are welcome to chill while you enjoy your coffee or bottomless brunch, or tuck into one of the buckwheat galettes for a gluten-free meal. arbourcafe.co.za
Green Bean coffee shop Boskruin
Sitting pretty on the revamped deck of the Boskruin Butchery within the Summerfields Centre, this lovely little coffee shop serves delicious meals, including boerewors rolls and fabulous cakes. Well-behaved dogs on leashes are allowed on the deck. greenbeancoffee.co.za
Goddess Café Lindon
Dogs are welcome to enjoy the comfortable outdoor seating at this beautiful, pretty-in- pink restaurant – and they even have their own menu! The pooch menu includes chicken livers, rice and peas and mince, rice and carrots, as well as a couple of tantalising ice cream options. goddesscafe.co.za
Loof Coffee Norwood
Enjoy some of the finest coffee in Joburg from Loof Coffee, made with beans from some of the best roasters in the country. You can also pop inside for a waffle and ice cream from Bubbles and Cream! Fur children should be well-socialised and on a leash as the pavement area is located next to a busy road and kids come through the store quite regularly. facebook.com/loofcoffee
DC Coffee Lonehill
This lovely little neighbourhood coffee shop is comfortable and cosy, with board games for humans and a special doggy menu for pet. All proceeds from the dog menu go towards Dogtown SA – a local rescue centre – and includes doggyccinos and organic treats from Mimi and Munch. dccoffee.co
Toasted | Parkwood
Hidden in a courtyard off the main drag, this vibrant space is perfect for catching up on some work and enjoying one of the amazing toasties available on the menu. The space is also pet friendly, with water bowls to keep Fido hydrated and a poop scoop to clean up after them! instagram.com/toasted_jhb
Guilt & Co. Fourways
With Garden Day on the 9th October, it’s the perfect opportunity to get a group of friends together for a floral- themed gathering in your garden, on your balcony or in your home (for those who have a house-plant habit!) No matter where you are, a flower crown is a must – and make sure you share your celebration online with the #GardenDaySA hashtag. To get your creative juices flowing, visit the Garden Day website for recipe ideas, arts and crafts for kids and other green-fingered ideas to make your event a blooming success. gardenday.co.za
