Dog friendly venues in South Melbourne
9 spots, 2 welcome dogs inside
Planning a day out with your dog in South Melbourne? We've confirmed 9 dog friendly cafés and pubs across South Melbourne and nearby Melbourne suburbs, each checked against the venue's own policy. 2 welcome dogs inside, and 7 more have outdoor or courtyard seating where dogs are welcome.
2 of the 9 dog friendly spots we've checked in South Melbourne welcome your dog inside. The rest are beer garden, courtyard or footpath only.
Dogs are genuinely welcome here, inside and out, with walls full of photos of furry regulars to prove it. The vibe is casual and dog-loving staff make pups feel at home.
Dogs are welcome at the Railway Hotel South Melbourne, with dog-friendly tables available inside. They're free to roam on lead throughout most of the venue, with the dining area off-limits during meal times.
Dogs are welcome in the beer garden at The Palace Hotel in South Melbourne. The outdoor area is large, partly undercover with heaters, and water bowls are always on hand for your pup.
- The Kettle Black, South Melbourne · cafe · , Outside Only
- Gasworks Cafe, South Melbourne · cafe · , Outside Only
- Nine Yards, South Melbourne · cafe, Outside Only
- Brown Boys Cafe, South Melbourne · cafe · , Outside Only
- Code Black Coffee, South Melbourne · cafe · , Outside Only
- Ada Grace, South Melbourne · cafe, Outside Only
Dog owner FAQs for South Melbourne
Are there dog friendly pubs in South Melbourne?
Yes. We've confirmed 2 dog friendly pubs in South Melbourne, including The Palace Hotel and Railway Hotel. Some welcome dogs inside; others have a beer garden or courtyard.
Which South Melbourne venues let dogs inside?
2 of them, including Railway Hotel and Barker's Foodstore & Eatery -, welcome dogs inside, not just in the courtyard. The rest have outdoor, footpath or courtyard seating where dogs are welcome.
How do you know these South Melbourne venues are dog friendly?
Every venue on this page is checked against its own stated dog policy (from the venue's website, Google listing or a direct enquiry) and re-checked regularly. If something looks out of date, you can submit an update on any venue's page.