Take your dog out for a coffee or a pizza by the lake.
Meal times can be moments to connect and enjoy the company of your family, even the fluffy members! Taupo is packed with cafés and restaurants that welcome your pawed pals.
Grab a Greek-inspired meal and a bowl of water from Kefi at the Hub, conveniently located across the road from the end of the dog-friendly Spa Thermal Park to Huka Falls walk.
Or live the café life with views across the lake and a small reserve for your pet to play outside Dixie Browns. Please note you can't bring dogs into some of these cafés. Only the outdoor areas are dog-friendly.
See below for all pet-friendly eateries in the Taupō region.
Please note some and cafés and restaurants only allow dogs in their outdoor areas.
Looking for a new spot for a long overdue catch up with friends? Jimmy Coops, Taupo’s newest craft beer and burger bar, has everything you need.
Here at Creel Cafe we are about all things: coffee, divine food, experience, sharing and social space.
Warm, whimsical, and absolutely delicious. Simple Bakes is your neighbourhood’s go-to for lovingly crafted cupcakes, sweet treats, barista-made coffees, and grab-and-go cakes for any occasion.
KEFI at the Hub serves divine breakfast and lunch dishes as well as healthy organic and gluten free options.
The Storehouse is a hub for locals have a quick drink on their way to work. It is a place for families and kids to play and eat with each other. It is a welcoming space for creating community connections and a venue to host great celebrations.
Family-friendly café with all your favourites, unique waffle options and a touch of South African flavours, delicious food, great atmosphere and excellent service.
Stir Cafe offers a unique al fresco location at boat harbour in Taupo town. A converted caravan and covered balcony offer a fun, retro and all weather cafe option with plenty of outdoor seating available on warmer days.
Despite our name, The Coffee Club is about much more than just excellent coffee. At The Coffee Club you'll find a large range of breakfast, lunch and dinner meals available at any time of the day.
Great coffee, fresh food made with love, funky eclectic interior & friendly atmosphere… life is good.
