As we were driving through Sydney’s Central Coast, we found the perfect dog friendly cafe to stop and have lunch at, with the added bonus of amazing beach views all around. Cove Cafe – I’m in love! Nothing beats waterfront dining and better yet, listening to the gentle ocean waves crashing on the shore, with endless water views glistening under the sun. Parking was easy to find – the local car park was situated right next to the Cove Cafe side entry. We followed a handful of stairs towards the signed footpath, and as soon as you turned the corner, you knew you’ve come to the right place to dine at.. the views are absolutely epic. We were seated fairly quickly with our dog, tucked near some steps adjoining the beach. It was a good spot for us actually as our pooch was getting #fomo at the other dogs playing near by and he wanted to join in. It was a great spot to sit at – an easy exit from the cafe without having …

Located in Mount White on the Central Coast (and a good halfway stop point between Newcastle and Sydney) you’ll find Saddles Restaurant, Bakehouse and Garden Centre. With an average Google rating of 4.4-stars (out of 5) by more than 380+ reviews, it’s not just us that love visiting this place – many others vouch for their superb dining experience too. Situated on 10-acres of bushland with stunning views all around, Saddles is a relaxing oasis offering both indoor dining by a fire place, and outdoor dining on their expansive verandah, overlooking a picturesque lake. As its name states, ‘Saddles’ was originally inspired by an artisan saddler, Heath Harris, who worked with John Singleton crafting saddles for his nearby Stud. Inside this restaurant, you’ll find uniquely designed saddle bar chairs in the main dining area, plenty of natural lighting and soft sandstone interiors throughout. What’s more, is that your pooch can join you too; both indoors and out. Yes, you read right, surprisingly indoors as well. The first time we visited, I was so chuffed that …