The best dog-friendly restaurants in Sydney in 2026, including pet menus, outdoor seating, water bowls, and off-leash areas for you and
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A dog-friendly restaurant in Sydney is a restaurant that allows dogs in its outdoor seating area and provides water bowls and treats for dogs. The best dog-friendly restaurants also have pet menus that include treats, pupcakes, and frozen yoghurt for dogs. Some dog-friendly restaurants are located near parks or beaches where dogs can run off-leash before or after the meal. When you visit a dog-friendly restaurant, keep your dog on a leash unless you are in a designated off-leash area, and clean up after your dog.
The Apollo in Double Bay is a modern Greek restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located on New South Head Road and is accessible by bus from Bondi Junction station. The restaurant serves grilled octopus, lamb shoulder, and house-made bread. The outdoor seating area is shaded and has water bowls for dogs. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.
Salt & Ash in Bondi is a coastal Italian restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located opposite Bondi Beach and is accessible by train to Bondi Junction station and then by bus. The restaurant serves grilled fish, house-made pasta, and wood-fired pizza. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has views of the beach. The beach is dog-friendly at the northern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after lunch.
The Lucky Radish in Surry Hills is a modern Australian restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located in Crown Street and is accessible by train to Central station. The restaurant serves whole-animal cooking, natural wine, and seasonal produce. The outdoor seating area is in a courtyard and has water bowls for dogs. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner.
Larrikkin in Newtown is a Southeast Asian restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located in King Street and is accessible by train to Newtown station. The restaurant serves fermented dishes, house-made soy sauce, and seafood. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has water bowls for dogs. The restaurant is open for dinner.
The Newport in Manly is a seafood restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located on The Corso and is accessible by ferry from Circular Quay. The restaurant serves grilled fish, seafood platters, and pizza. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has views of the ocean. The beach is dog-friendly at the northern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after lunch.
Icebergs Dining Room and Bar at Bondi Beach is a fine-dining restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located on the northern end of Bondi Beach and is accessible by train to Bondi Junction station and then by bus. The restaurant serves grilled fish, seafood, and modern Australian cuisine. The outdoor seating area is on the terrace and has views of the ocean. The beach is dog-friendly at the northern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after lunch.
Bondi Icebergs is the casual counterpart to Icebergs Dining Room and Bar. The restaurant is located on the northern end of Bondi Beach and serves pizza, salads, and burgers. The outdoor seating area is on the terrace and has views of the ocean. The beach is dog-friendly at the northern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after lunch.
The Boathouse in Palm Beach is a seafood restaurant with outdoor seating and a pet menu that includes treats. The restaurant is located on the beach and is accessible by car or bus. The restaurant serves fresh seafood, including fish and chips, seafood platters, and grilled fish. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has views of the ocean. The beach is dog-friendly at the southern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after lunch.
D'lish in Byron Bay is a healthy food cafe with outdoor seating and water bowls for dogs. The cafe is located on the beach and serves smoothies, salads, and acai bowls. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has views of the ocean. The beach is dog-friendly at the southern end, so you can take your dog for a swim after breakfast.
The Pantry in Parramatta is a casual restaurant with outdoor seating and water bowls for dogs. The restaurant is located in the Parramatta CBD and serves modern Australian cuisine. The outdoor seating area is in a courtyard and has views of the river. The restaurant is accessible by train to Parramatta station.
Cafe Morso in Blacktown is a casual restaurant with outdoor seating and water bowls for dogs. The restaurant is located in the Blacktown CBD and serves modern Australian cuisine. The outdoor seating area is on the footpath and has views of the street. The restaurant is accessible by train to Blacktown station.
The Lord Nelson in The Rocks is a historic pub with a beer garden and water bowls for dogs. The pub is located in the historic Rocks area and has a beer garden with views of the harbour. The pub serves pub food and craft beer. The pub is accessible by train to Circular Quay station.
The Rose Hotel in Chippendale is a dog-friendly pub with a beer garden and water bowls for dogs. The pub is located in Chippendale and has a beer garden with views of the city. The pub serves pub food and craft beer. The pub is accessible by train to Central station.
The Empire Hotel in Erskineville is a dog-friendly pub with a beer garden and water bowls for dogs. The pub is located in Erskineville and has a beer garden with views of the street. The pub serves pub food and craft beer. The pub is accessible by train to Erskineville station.
More information about dog-friendly restaurants in Sydney is available at Dogs in Sydney.
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