Dog-friendly venues in Bondi Beach

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63 venues • 16 dog-friendly • 11 likely

63 venues · 16 dog-friendly · 11 likely

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

Marks Park

Park•Bondi Beach

Conditions apply

Park•Bondi Beach

Conditions apply

Marks Park sits on the clifftop between Bondi and Tamarama, with open lawns and clear views straight out to the ocean. It is off-leash daily between 4:30pm and 8:30am, so early mornings and evenings are the best times for dogs to stretch out on the grass. Off-leash access is suspended each spring during Sculpture by the Sea. With the coastal path beside it and the headland opening onto big ocean views, it works just as well for a scenic wander as it does for off-leash time.

Off-leash areaDrinking waterShade availableBins+3

Blackwood Bondi

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe in Bondi Beach with outdoor space.

Outdoor space

Thomas Hogan Reserve

Park•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Park•Bondi Beach

Thomas Hogan Reserve is a small, green pocket park near Bondi, a quiet local gem tucked among the streets. Dogs are welcome on-leash, and the leafy setting makes it a pleasant spot for a short walk. There are some steps down into it and bag stations on hand, with a playground nearby for families. An easy, low-key stop for an on-leash stroll.

On-leash area

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk

Walk•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Walk•Bondi Beach

The Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk is one of Sydney's most scenic coastal routes, with cliff-top views the whole way. Dogs are welcome on-leash along the path, kept under control and clear of the beaches themselves. There are cafes and toilets along the way, making it easy to break up the walk. A spectacular on-leash walk with constant ocean views.

On-leash areaShade availableSandy surfaceToilets nearby

Salty's Bondi

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly pub in Bondi Beach with outdoor space.

Outdoor space

Beach Road Hotel

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly pub in Bondi Beach with outdoor space.

Outdoor space

Hunter Park

Park•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Park•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly park in Bondi Beach where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaBinsGrass areasParking nearby+1

Lamrock Cafe Bondi Beach

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe, with dogs welcome in the outdoor area.

Outdoor space

Bonditony's Burger Joint - BONDI

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe in Bondi Beach, with dogs welcome both indoors and in the…

dogs allowed throughoutOutdoor space

Will & Co Bondi

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe in Bondi Beach.

Café on site

Hotel Bondi

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly pub in Bondi Beach, where dogs are welcome in the outdoor area.

Outdoor space

The Shop & Wine Bar

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe in Bondi Beach with outdoor space.

Outdoor space

Cortado Bondi Café

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Cafe•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly cafe in Bondi Beach with outdoor space.

Outdoor spaceShade availableWeather shelter

Bondi Beach Park

Park•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Park•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly park where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaBinsSandy surfaceParking nearby

Bondi Public Bar

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly pub in Bondi Beach.

Outdoor spaceWeather shelter

Bondi Reserve

Park•Bondi Beach

Confirmed

Park•Bondi Beach

Dog-friendly park in Bondi Beach where dogs are welcome on lead.

On-leash areaBinsParking nearby

Frequently asked questions

How are venues ordered?

By default, venues are sorted by access confidence. Confirmed venues appear first — these have the strongest evidence that dogs are welcome. Likely venues follow, then unknown. Within each group, venues are ordered by their Dog Happiness Score. You can also sort alphabetically by suburb or venue name.

Are dogs allowed in venues in Bondi Beach?

Dogs are allowed in 16 confirmed dog-friendly venues, and there are another 11 more that are likely dog-friendly in Bondi Beach. Dog access varies between venues. We recommend checking the individual venue page — and confirming directly with the venue before a special trip, as policies can change.

How does Dog Happiness decide if a venue is dog-friendly?

We check council regulations, venue websites and FAQ pages, and community reviews. Council and venue-operator sources carry the most weight. Where confirmed or clearly identified, we show the access status and any conditions that apply. Access information is based on the best evidence available and may not always reflect the latest changes.

What do Confirmed, Likely, and Unknown mean?

Confirmed means we have strong evidence — typically from a council source, venue website, or consistent community reports — that dogs are welcome. Conditions may still apply. Likely means positive signals suggest dogs are welcome, but we haven’t found official confirmation yet. Unknown means we don’t have enough evidence yet. It doesn’t mean dogs aren’t welcome — just that we haven’t been able to verify.

Can venue dog policies change?

Yes. Venue policies can change at any time — especially at pubs, cafés, and other hospitality venues. A venue that was dog-friendly last month may have changed its policy. We update our information regularly, but we always recommend checking directly with the venue if you’re planning a special trip.