The Newtown Hotel
Dogs welcome
Dog rating
The Newtown Hotel is one of the Inner West’s most reliable all-round venues if you’re heading out with your dog.
It is a large, multi-level pub with plenty of space to move between, including seating and bars upstairs and downstairs. The upstairs balcony is a standout, overlooking the street and catching good natural light, with shade options available when needed. Downstairs, there is also a beer garden out the back, giving you flexibility depending on the time of day or how busy it is.
Because of the size and layout, it works well for dogs that need a bit of room to stretch out, as well as for longer catch ups where you might move between areas.
Dog rules
Dogs are welcome indoors and outdoors across the venue.
At a glance
Dog friendly throughoutAdmin verified
Outdoor spaceAdmin team verified
Dog-friendly staffFrom reviews
Air-conFrom reviews
Shade availableAdmin team verified
Sheltered seatingVenue website
Outdoor heatingFrom reviews
174 King St, Newtown NSW 2042, Australia
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Before you go
- 💧No confirmed water bowl for dogs — bring some just in case.
What people say
Mathew P.
★★★★★2 months ago
A genuinely great dog-friendly pub with a relaxed, welcoming feel throughout. Dogs are welcome across the whole venue, with a spacious beer garden downstairs and plenty of room inside and out to settle in comfortably.
Dog-friendlyDog-friendly staffBeer garden / outdoor spaceAir-con insideOutdoor heaters
Apollo G.
★★★★★6 months ago
The Newtown Hotel is a modern, large pub in the Inner West with great food and a comfortable vibe. Plenty of seating, and dog-friendly both inside and out, with a downstairs beer garden and an upstairs balcony. Friendly staff and lots of drag shows on the weekends add to the atmosphere.
★★★★★8 months ago
The Newtown Hotel is such a classic. Great iconic pub right in the heart of Newtown. The terrace overlooking King Street is the perfect spot for a drink and some people watching 📺 We checked out the comedy and it was genuinely hilarious. Loved the small, intimate room upstairs, good little setup. Drinks were solid, service was friendly, and the crowd was fun. Cool spot, great vibes, and an easy go-to in Newtown 😎
★★★★★1 month ago
The food here is fantastic!! Steak was very well cooked. Truffle Mushroom aronchini yumm perfectly balanced. The chicken shwarma takes you to middle east fine treat. And the pizza is $16 mon - thur! Music is always on point for those with tastes 🙂↔️ eclectic! It's our new favourite. It's how a pub should be in Australia 🧚
★★★★★2 months ago
Absolutely obsessed with the atmosphere at The Newtown Hotel every second Sunday from 6–8pm. Dakota Fann’ee and Natalie Carboni absolutely key’d up the room with phenomenal live vocals, charisma, and nonstop energy. Every performance felt polished, fun, and full of heart the kind of night that reminds you why live entertainment matters. If you’re after powerhouse singing, campy fun, and a genuinely electric vibe, this is the place to be.
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