The London Hotel
Dogs welcome
Dog rating
The London Hotel is a classic Balmain pub that works well for dogs thanks to its mix of indoor and outdoor spaces.
The front balcony is a standout — a great spot to sit with your dog and watch the street go by — while a larger beer garden to the side gives you more room if you’re staying longer or need extra space.
It’s an easy, flexible venue where you’re not limited to one area, which makes it a good option whether you’re stopping in briefly or settling in for a while.
Dog rules
Dogs are permitted both indoors and in all outdoor seating areas.
At a glance
Dog friendly throughoutAdmin verified
Outdoor spaceAdmin team verified
234 Darling St, Balmain NSW 2041, Australia
Before you go
- 💧No confirmed water bowl for dogs — bring some just in case.
What people say
Mathew P.
★★★★★4 months ago
Lovely pub with a great view of Sydney on the front balcony. Great menu, beer garden and dogs welcome here!
Dog-friendlyBeer garden / outdoor space
★★★★☆4 months ago
As one of Balmain’s many pubs the London is super popular and always busy. Its expanded outdoor space is always full as is the balcony from which if you’re lucky you get harbour views. Sometimes live music and good pub food makes this a favourite for locals and visitors to the Peninsula. Dog friendly.
Sean C.
★★★★★1 year ago
Honestly one of the best pubs in Sydney. Great range of beers and the staff are super chill and friendly. The fact that it is dog friendly is a massive bonus. Has a great happy hour I ended up having my wedding reception here and everyone was amazing. Everything turned out super affordable. Darcy the manager is awesome I couldn't rate this place more.
★★★★☆4 months ago
This is such a great value for money Australian pub in a fabulous location with a great vibe. Sunday lunch is excellent and there are loads of choices of seating; out front overlooking the road, the courtyard and inside as well as in the restaurant. Food choices include 3 salads with optional salmon or chicken for protein, 3 Sunday roasts, entrees like squid, pastas and more. And three desserts. Excellent bottles of wine priced super affordably. Excellent live music and service:
★★★★★3 months ago
Very popular with both tourists and locals. Food was great and service was fine. This was the first place we went after settling in at our Airbnb in Balmain and it did not disappoint
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