Best Pet-Friendly Cafés in NZ
Dog-welcoming coffee shops across New Zealand
Dog Café Etiquette in NZ
Most NZ cafés with outdoor seating welcome well-behaved dogs:
- Dogs must stay outside (health regulations prohibit indoor pets)
- Keep dogs leashed and under control at all times
- Clean up after your pet immediately
- Beach cafés are typically most dog-friendly
- Call ahead to confirm dog policy, especially in winter when outdoor seating may be limited
- Water bowls often provided - ask staff if not visible
Takapuna Beach Cafe
Auckland
Beachfront cafe with outdoor seating welcoming dogs. Water bowls provided, beach access, and tolerant of sandy paws.
Prefab Café
Wellington
Container cafe with outdoor tables for dogs. Wellington institution that welcomes four-legged friends.
The Engine Room
Auckland - Milford
North Shore favorite with dog-friendly outdoor area. Regular canine customers and welcoming atmosphere.
Sumner Beach Cafes
Christchurch
Beach village cafés welcome dogs at outdoor tables. Post-beach-walk coffee with your furry friend.
Pt Chev Beach Cafe
Auckland
Beachfront community cafe welcoming dogs. Outdoor seating with ocean views for you and your pet.
Mission Bay Cafes
Auckland
Beachfront strip with multiple dog-friendly options. Outdoor seating along the waterfront welcomes pets.
🐕 Pro Tip: Beach Cafés Are Best
Beach cafés (Takapuna, Mission Bay, Sumner, Lyall Bay) are most dog-friendly in NZ. They're accustomed to sandy paws, wet dogs, and outdoor dining. Post-beach-walk coffee with your furry friend is a Kiwi tradition.