31 Best Dog Friendly Pubs, Bars, Wineries & Cafes in Canberra

Canberra is a very dog friendly city with a rich heritage. It is known for celebrating its history, from First Nations to contemporary times, with exquisite taste. Culture manifests in the form of art, food, wine and architecture, surrounded by breathtaking nature. Discover all it has to offer in the company of your pup, as Canberra has plenty of dog friendly pubs, bars, parks, walks and even swimming spots to explore. 

Our favourite pick for something little different is to Book a Dog Friendly Wine Tour with Merry Heart CBR and visit all the pawsome dog friendly wineries around Canberra!

by Carola Carcagno

DOG FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES

1. Dog Friendly Wine Tours with Merry Heart CBR

Canberra

Nothing beats your own wine tasting experience with the company of loved ones (including your loyal furry companions), so make a winery tour booking where you will learn first-hand from the winemakers about their expertise and wine-making processes.

2. Canberra Dog Walks

Canberra

Canberra Dog Walks leads social group walks every week for dogs and their humans. Walks are scheduled all over Canberra and generally follow routes included in their self-guided walks.

All human walkers are welcome, with or without dogs. The walks are ran on a not-for-profit basis for $6.20 per human adult. Children and dogs walk free. Payment is collected by the guide with a card reader at the beginning of the walk.

Check out their great selection of self guided walks.

3. Floriade Festival

Commonwealth Park

The annual flower festival includes a Dog’s Day Out in their program, a special day when visitors can bring their pups along. It is held on the final day of the festival. 

4. GoBoats

Trevillan Quay, Kingston

Take a private picnic boat along Lake Burley Griffin with the entire family, including your pup. While it’s not a legal requirement, they do have complimentary dog life jackets available. 

5. Canberra Indoor Rock Climbing

Mitchell & Hume

Well behaved pups are welcome at both rock climbing gyms. You can bring a dog bed and set up a little space for them to receive pats and admiration while you climb. There’s even some places in the gym where dog leads can be tied. 

6. She Shapes History Walking Tours

The history of women in Australia —as friends, as colleagues, as individuals, as a group — is often written on sand. Many stories have been lost, unrecorded, devalued and untold. As a society, it’s easy to forget that women were behind many of the moments that shaped Australia.

While there are many ways to learn more about our history, there is nothing quite like a walking tour. Walking tours offer an opportunity to share knowledge and women’s stories in an inclusive and non-judgmental context. And the best part is the regularly host Dog Friendly tours such as Pups and Politicians.

DOG FRIENDLY CAFES

7. Eighty Twenty

Lonsdale Street, Braddon

Eighty Twenty is a very friendly community driven dog friendly cafe in Braddon. At 80 20, enjoyable, healthy food is at the core of everything they do. Food is our fuel and they believe everyone benefits from clean, natural and unprocessed whole foods. But, sometimes in life, you deserve a treat (or two). 80 /20 makes sure you don’t need to compromise. Their team handcrafts nutrient boasting smoothies, raw desserts and damn good coffee.

Dogs are always welcome on the outdoor seating area and of course healthy treats are also available for the furry customers.

8. As You Like It

The Street Theater, Canberra

As You Like It is a dog friendly cafe at the Canberra Street Theatre. Warm and welcoming service for both two and four legged customers with a great selection of breakfast items, snacks and drinks. Worth a visit as part of your morning / afternoon walk with the pooch. Treats also available for the furry customers. Dogs are always welcome on the outdoor seating areas.

9. Farmers Daughter

Bentham Street, Yarralumla

Farmer’s Daughter is a quirky down to earth dog friendly cafe in Yarralumla. They have sweet and savoury treats, the best coffee in Yarralumla and are open weekends and most public holidays. Great place to enjoy the relaxed environment with your pooch, who is always welcome to join you in the outdoor seating area. They also have some healthy treats available for the furry customers.

10. Fox & Bow

Duyfken Place, Red Hill & Farrer Place, Farrer

Fox & Bow is a great dog friendly neighbourhood cafe with friendly service and great selection of meals and snacks for breakfast and lunch. Dogs are always welcome to join you on the covered outdoor seating area and there are treats available also for the furry customers.

11. My Cafe

Franklin Street, Griffith

My Cafe is a locals favourite dog friendly cafe in the heart of Manuka. Locally owned and part of the inner south Canberra community for over 20 years. Dogs are always welcome at the outdoor seating area. Treats for the furry customers available at the counter. Pawfect spot to stop for a coffee or a bite to eat with your pooch.

12. Bean & Table

Trevillian Quay, Kingston

Bean & Table is a great dog friendly cafe located at Kingston Foreshore. Stunning location to enjoy the sunrise with your pooch and explore the walks on the foreshore. Carefully curated menu includes your breakfast classics and great lunch choices from vegan friendly Rainbow Bowl to a mouth watering Beef Brisket Burger. Dogs are always welcome at the outdoor seating area with healthy Kangaroo Chews available for the furry customers at the counter.

13. Hello Cafe

Blamey Place, Campbell

Hello Cafe is a true Coffee Oasis in Campbell. Enjoy a delicious meal and a drink at this comfortable dog friendly cafe with many regular furry visitors. They provide water and a covered seating, plus umbrellas during the warmer period. And of course treats for the furry customers.

14. Kiitos Cafe

Kalma Way, Campbell

Kiitos Cafe is a dog friendly cafe in the heart of Campbell. Dogs are always welcome to join at the outdoor seating area and they also have some healthy treats available for the furry customers. Kiitos (finnish for thank you) is proud of their warm and friendly service and great coffee. Located next to great dog walking areas in Campbell, it is surely a visit as part of your morning routine.

15. Rosa’s at the Lawns

King George Terrace, Parkes

Rosa’s at the Lawns is a dog friendly cafe & outdoor bar located in the heart of King George Terrace. Stunning location to enjoy your morning coffee and breakfast or maybe even a glass of wine with a slice of pizza in the lazy sunny afternoon. King George Terrace is a beautiful location to take your dog for a walk amongst the historic buildings such as The Old Parliament House.

16. Teddy Pickers

Constitution Avenue, Campbell

Teddy Pickers is a fully licensed dog friendly cafe in the heart of Campbell. Pawfect spot to sit and relax with your pooch while enjoying an absolutely stunning creations from the chef. Great coffee, friendly service and even treats on offer for the furry customers. Dogs are always welcome at the outdoor seating area.

DOG FRIENDLY PUBS & BARS

17. Gryphons Caffe Bar

Barker Street, Griffith

Gryphons Caffe Bar is a great dog friendly venue in Griffith serving everything from coffee, breakfast and lunch during the day to dinner, beers, wines and cocktails in the evenings. Dogs are always welcome to join you in the beautiful outdoor seating area for a drink. Healthy Kangaroo Chews available for the furry customers.

18. Capital Brewing Co

Dairy Road, Fyshwick

Entirely dog friendly brewery. Pups are welcome in the covered courtyard as well as inside. The dog friendly beer garden out the front has an accessible tap, and several dog bowls located around the venue are available. Hopefully you’re lucky enough to visit on the rare occasion when they prepare a special dog beer, or give away doggy treats. 

19. Siren Bar and Restaurant 

Gozzard Street, Gungahlin

Dog friendly cafe with plenty of room outside on the front and side deck for pups. They serve modern Australian cuisine, a special wine list and a diverse cocktail menu. 

20. Assembly

Lonsdale Street, Braddon

A modern pub with a dog friendly beer garden and covered front terrace where you can enjoy delicious food all day long in the company of your pup. 

21. Bentspoke Brewing Co

Mort Street, Braddon

Independent craft brewery, born and brewed in Canberra. They are extremely fond of furry friends and have a dog friendly beer garden, 100% covered and protected from the elements. Their staff will bring out a dog bowl upon arrival.

22. Lazy Su 

Lonsdale Street, Braddon

Street Asian flavours with rebellious energy. They have a dog friendly outdoor deck out the front, covered with umbrellas. 

23. The Pedlar

Constitution Avenue, Campbell

Very dog-friendly and have a designated area, with powerful patio heaters and wind-shields for you to sit with your furry friend

24. Edgar’s Inn

Edgar Street, Ainslie

Edgar’s Inn has plenty of space for you and your pooch to relax in. Enjoy gourmet burgers, steaks and weekend breakfast, as well as live music and sports viewing at this cosy pub. Warm and sheltered outdoor seating is available where you can sit with your pooch.

25. Old Canberra Inn

Fairway Park, Lyneham

This dog friendly pub in Lyneham features three outdoor beer gardens where four legged friends are welcome to join owners for a drink or two. Water bowls and shaded areas are readily available and don’t forget to say hi to the on-site pup!

26. Beef & Barley

Eyre Street, Kingston

If you’re with friends, stop in for a Burger High Tea – you won’t be disappointed. Your four legged friends are also welcome to join you in the outdoor seating area and the friendly staff will happily accommodate their water needs.

27. To All My Friends

Cook Place, Cook

To All My Friends is a bar at Cook and is a great place for pizza, beer and good times. There is a large outdoor seating area with shelter so your canine companion is more than welcome to join you for a bite to ear, a few drinks and some live music entertainment.

DOG FRIENDLY WINERIES

28. Murrumbateman Winery

Murrumbateman

Dog friendly winery with a grassed area and a large marquee covered terrace, where humans can sit, enjoy the view and taste some award winning wines in the company of their pups. Their dog Mollie, who has her own label, hosts meet and greets, Christmas parties as well as doggy parties to raise funds for the RSPCA. 

29. Lerida Estate 

Collector

Super dog friendly winery, open 7 days a week for lunch and wine tasting. They have a lovely courtyard with umbrellas for shade. 

30. Shaw Vineyard

Murrumbateman

For a paw-fect day out, venture to Shaw Vineyard and sit outdoors on the fully covered verandah with a glass of wine and enjoy the vineyard views with your pup by your side. There is plenty of space for your pooch to explore and the super friendly staff will make sure dogs are welcomed and looked after, winery dog Indie may even say hello!

31. Surveyor’s Hill Vineyard

Wallaroo

The historic homestead and winery is the perfect place for you and your four legged friend to explore on the weekend. As long as your pup is kept on a leash, you are welcome to wander the yard and kitchen gardens . There are a number of dog-friendly tables available on the decks out the front and back of the bistro and wine tasting building.