Best Dog Friendly Pubs Sydney – In Sydney, especially in the inner city, dogs are welcome in many beer gardens and some pubs are off limits. Whether you want to enjoy a quiet beer or eat typical pub food, head to one of these dog-friendly pubs.
Surry Hills is home to many dog bars, but the most popular is Carrington. Located on quiet Bourke Street, this pub has outdoor and indoor seating and a dog treat area.
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Pup options include steak and veggies between meals, beef tartare, brown rice and vegetables, or maybe just a pup cake. For humans, there are weekday specials for dinner and lunch, as well as happy hour Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. I highly recommend their steak special!
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After that, it’s a short walk across South Dowling Street to the off-leash area of Moore Park or Centennial Park for a dog walk.
The inner west neighborhood of Erskineville is dog-friendly, with Erco Sydney Pub being particularly dog-friendly. Dogs are welcome inside or outside the pub on Erskineville Road, with a gallery of local puppies on the walls inside and outside.
There are plenty of dog bowls in (and inside) the beer garden, and the dogs have their own food. Choose from raw beef tartare, peanut bones, nana treat or a final meal behind the bar. Catering to the masses with reasonably priced food, happy hours on weekdays and Sundays.
Newport is a beautiful beach resort near Pittwater, north of Sydney. Not only is it a great place for families to go on a hot day, it’s also very dog friendly.
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The pub has a large outdoor area which is dog friendly. Inside the pavilion and pergola, as well as the indoor arms bar and gymnasium playground for children, dogs are welcome with you at the outdoor tables.
Although there is no food for the dogs, there are plenty of water bowls scattered about, as well as pumps to fill them. For men the menu has the usual pub variety, plus plenty of seafood. I loved the Vietnamese Prawn Salad when it was on the menu.
Newport can get very busy, so make reservations before the weekend, especially for large groups. Walking is also welcome, arriving early, or waiting until late afternoon. From the balcony area you can see off-leash Bayview Dog Beach, a perfect place to go before or after.
Brewdog is a Scottish-based brewery with locations around the world. In late 2022, their first Australian location, but first in Sydney, opened in South Aveley near Redfern Station.
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Brewdog South Eveleigh currently occupies a fantastic location in a former locomotive workshop in Eveleigh, adjacent to the blacksmith’s workshop. The indoor space is divided into bars and restaurants, and the outdoor beer garden is huge. Dogs are welcome to accompany you outside and inside the bar area as long as they are well behaved.
If you plan to dine in, note that reservations are not accepted for this section, but a table is always guaranteed, especially if you arrive at lunchtime. Their menu includes delicious burgers and tacos with plant-based options. And don’t forget to order a barkoutery board for your pup!
Just down the road from BrewDog is another dog-friendly Sydney pub, The Alex. A heritage restaurant successfully saved from the bulls, now part of the Merivale Estate, it is named after the Alex of Hotel Alexandria.
A highlight of a visit to Alex’s is the large patio area next to the basketball court, the perfect place to sit on a warm day at the long communal tables. Dogs are allowed in all outdoor areas, although they must be on a leash.
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When I first visited Alex, I noticed a basket of dog toys near the outside bar, along with food on the counter and plenty of dog bowls for the dog to catch. There’s also a wall of Polaroid photos of some classic puppies, “Top Dogs.”
Once you get into downtown Sydney, there usually aren’t many pet stores to choose from. However, one of the best dog shops in town is located next to the Australian Heritage Hotel, Harbor Bridge on the Rocks.
The Australian Heritage Hotel is the perfect place to visit when you’re enjoying a city walk with your pooch, whether you’re walking across the Harbor Bridge, strolling the Barangaroo foreshore or visiting the Rock Market. It is close to Observatory Hill Park.
Dogs are allowed throughout the hotel, including inside the hotel, at the bar and at the extensive outdoor tables on the terrace. (Although unfortunately some of the buildings block most views of the harbor.) Special dog programs are sometimes held on site.
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The Australian Heritage Hotel is famous for its pizzas, including the “Coat of Arms” pizza with kangaroos and emus. I can also recommend the crocodile pizza, on my recent visit we shared the Peking pork pizza. With over 130 craft beers available, there’s no shortage of beers to choose from.
Former Prime Minister Bob Hawke loved beer and was delighted to lend his name to Hawke’s Brewing Company by pouring its first beer in 2017. A few years later, the Bob Hawk Beer and Leisure Center was opened in Marrickville.
A true retro gem, this club, brewery, restaurant and bar has all the essentials of a vintage Australian hotel, from the RJLH pool room with its proud collection of memorabilia to the ‘retro Chinese restaurant, Lucky Prawn.
Dogs are welcome at most leisure centres. Choose from outdoor tables, under some shelters, or inside the bar or pool room. Although dogs are welcome the only request is that dogs do not sit with you in the main bistro area. Dogs are told not to leave furniture no matter how nice it is.
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There are tasting flights of Hawks Brewing’s range of beers, as well as wines, ciders and non-alcoholic options. Toast is a must-order, but a large plate is good enough to share.
A local watering hole in the heart of Surry Hills, Foresters has been serving beer and food to customers for over 100 years. And your dog is also welcome at this pub, which has its own Dog Wall of Fame.
Yuppy Hour is every Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm. With every meal purchased, your child will receive a “pokey”! This is a smaller version of the famous Yorkshire pudding for dogs, served with gravy and kibble.
Now see if Hop Nation Dog Beer with Paki is available for your dog. It is, of course, a non-alcoholic beer specially made for puppies.
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If you fancy yourself a Yorkshire pudding (under a dog kibble!), the pub’s signature dish is the “Big Yorkie”. A giant Yorkshire pudding filled with meat of the week, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots – available daily while stocks last.
There are many dog shops in Balmain, but I recommend going to the East Village Hotel in East Balmain, meters from the harbour. A welcoming sign out front invites pooches to join you in the dog-friendly courtyard – step inside the bar to grab a table outside.
When I first visited my friend, the staff welcomed their dog and offered free food and a water bowl. For dinner (check out their weekly specials), you can also order your dog a “dog dinner,” which consists of two pieces of beef, rice and nuts.
Before walking around Balmain Beach (close to Lox Reserve and Ellaura Reserves closed all day), ask one of the staff to add a photo of you and your dog to the “EVH Wall of Dogs”!
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Well, now the Scarborough Hotel isn’t technically in Sydney, but it’s only an hour south of the city – close enough to go for lunch with views. The historic hotel sits on a cliff in Scarborough, with a spacious beer garden with large tables, perfect for a leisurely meal or enjoying a cold drink.
The Scarborough Hotel can get very busy, so it’s best to book or arrive before noon. If you are visiting with dogs, go past the main entrance and use the gate on the right to enter the park directly. Don’t hesitate to ask the dog for a water bowl, but remember
