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Dog-friendly venues in North Sydney

42 venues • 7 dog-friendly • 8 likely
42 venues · 7 dog-friendly · 8 likely

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

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Cafe Lost and Found - North Sydney Cafe, Coffee Nearby cafe in North Sydney

Cafe Lost and Found - North Sydney Cafe, Coffee Nearby

Cafe•North Sydney

Confirmed

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe Lost and Found in North Sydney is a green oasis tucked away from the city bustle, with a peaceful courtyard and fountain. It's a genuine dog-first cafe with a dedicated dog menu, water bowls, and treats. Berry Square is around 155 metres away for a walk.

Outdoor spaceDog menuWater bowlsTreats available+1
Outdoor spaceDog menuWater bowlsTreats available+1
Rag & Famish Hotel pub in North Sydney

Rag & Famish Hotel

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Rag & Famish Hotel is an old-school North Sydney pub that hasn't changed much in decades — a rarity these days. Dogs are welcome at the front street seating and in the beer garden, with water bowls provided. To reach the garden, you'll need to walk quickly through the venue. Berry Square is just 95 metres away for a quick stop on the way.

Outdoor spaceWater bowlsDog-friendly staffShade available+1
Outdoor spaceWater bowlsDog-friendly staffShade available+1
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Sub Base Platypus

Park•North Sydney

Confirmed

Park•North Sydney

Dog-friendly park in North Sydney with space for your pup to run around off…

Off-leash areaShade availableParking nearbyToilets nearby
Off-leash areaShade availableParking nearbyToilets nearby
Park illustration

Saint Peters Park

Park•North Sydney

Confirmed

Park•North Sydney

Dog-friendly park in North Sydney.

BinsGrass areas
BinsGrass areas
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Bon Andrews Oval

Park•North Sydney

Confirmed

Park•North Sydney

Dog-friendly park in North Sydney.

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Terrace Hotel

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Dog-friendly pub in North Sydney, with dogs welcome in outdoor area.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Pub illustration

The Greens North Sydney

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Confirmed

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Dog-friendly pub in North Sydney, with dogs welcome in outdoor area.

Outdoor spaceWeather shelterGrassy surface
Outdoor spaceWeather shelterGrassy surface

Likely dog-friendly

Signs suggest dogs are welcome

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Cafe illustration

The Library

Cafe•North Sydney

Likely

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

dogs allowed throughoutOutdoor space
dogs allowed throughoutOutdoor space
Cafe illustration

The Foliage Cafe

Cafe•North Sydney

Likely

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe in North Sydney.

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Four Hundred Bar & Kitchen

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Likely

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Bar in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Cafe illustration

Flock Eatery

Cafe•North Sydney

Likely

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor spaceClimate controlled
Outdoor spaceClimate controlled
Pub illustration

Green Moustache

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Likely

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Pub in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor spaceClimate controlled
Outdoor spaceClimate controlled
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The Treehouse Hotel

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Likely

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Pub in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Pub illustration

The Union Hotel

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Likely

Pub / Bar•North Sydney

Pub in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space
Cafe illustration

Soho on Miller

Cafe•North Sydney

Likely

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe in North Sydney with an outdoor area.

Outdoor space
Outdoor space

Worth checking

Dog policy not yet confirmed - could still be a great spot

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Cafe illustration

Blue 36 Cafe

Cafe•North Sydney

Unknown

Cafe•North Sydney

Cafe in North Sydney.

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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 North Sydney?

Dogs are allowed in 7 confirmed dog-friendly venues, and there are another 8 more that are likely dog-friendly in North Sydney. 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.