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Last Updated:

15 Jun 2026

Ark Music, Coffee and Bites is an independent coffee shop in Canterbury where dogs are welcome inside, so everyone can settle in together while the vinyl spins. Specialty coffee, light bites and a soundtrack of good records make it a cosy spot for a mid-browse break or a proper sit-down with your pup.

Open Monday to Saturday 8am–4pm and Sunday 9am–3pm (closed Tuesdays), it's a handy pit stop whether you're planning a morning coffee run or an afternoon pause between errands. The vinyl collection adds character, and the specialty coffee keeps things interesting beyond the usual high-street chains.

Dogs can relax inside on lead, which means no pavement-waiting shuffle and no splitting up the group when someone needs caffeine and the dog needs a rest. It's the kind of place where a biscuit break works for humans and hopeful noses alike.

Good to know:

Water bowls available

Treats available

Doggy Menu available

Dog Policy:

Dogs are welcome inside, so settle in with your pup and enjoy the music, coffee and bites. Keep dogs on a lead and away from busy walkways.

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