Donald's Coffee and Pies

Donald's Coffee and Pies on Quay Street is a proper city-centre coffee shop where dogs are welcome inside alongside you. The Cardiff spot specialises in coffee and pies, making it a handy daytime stop when you're exploring the heart of the city with your dog in tow.

The café opens Monday to Friday from 8am to 3pm and weekends from 10am to 4pm, giving you a reliable window for a mid-morning break or an early-afternoon breather. Inside, your dog can settle at your feet while you grab a coffee and sort out the rest of the day.

It's the kind of straightforward, no-fuss stop that works when you need somewhere central, dog-friendly and open for a quick sit-down. Quay Street puts you right in the core visitor area, so you're never far from the next bit of exploring once you've both recharged.