Dog-friendly venues in Rhodes

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13 venues • 9 dog-friendly • 1 likely

13 venues · 9 dog-friendly · 1 likely

Confirmed dog-friendly

Dogs are welcome — some venues may have conditions

Rhodes Foreshore Dog Park

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Rhodes Foreshore has a river walk and a small on-leash dog area alongside a playground, BBQ facilities, shade, and parking. A cafe is nearby. Dogs must stay 10 metres from play equipment. The waterfront setting is pleasant for an on-leash stroll.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2

Brays Bay Reserve

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Brays Bay Reserve is a waterfront park at Rhodes with a cafe, a playground, BBQ facilities and views across the bay. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept clear of playgrounds, with shade, grass and parking on hand. The foreshore path makes for an easy, scenic walk along the water. A comfortable on-leash park by the bay.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+3

McIlwaine Park

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

McIlwaine Park is a waterfront park in Rhodes with a fenced off-leash area, a cafe, a playground and BBQ facilities. Dogs can run off-leash in the enclosed section, with plenty of grass, shade and parking around the wider park. It is a comfortable, well-equipped spot by the water. A handy off-leash park with good facilities.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2

Uhrs Point Reserve

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Uhrs Point Reserve is a waterfront park at Rhodes with a cafe, a playground, BBQ facilities and views across the river. Dogs are welcome on-leash, kept clear of playgrounds, with shade, grass and parking on hand. The foreshore setting makes for an easy, scenic walk. A comfortable on-leash park by the water.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2

Left of Field

Cafe•Rhodes

Confirmed

Cafe•Rhodes

Dog-friendly cafe in Rhodes, where dogs are welcome in the outdoor area.

Outdoor spaceDog menu

Churchill Tucker Reserve

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Dog-friendly park in Rhodes with both on-leash and off-leash areas.

Off-leash areaFenced areaShade availableBins+2

King George V Park

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Dog-friendly park in Rhodes with a fenced off-leash space for dogs to roam.

Off-leash areaFenced area

Lower Phoenix Park

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Dog-friendly park in Rhodes with a fenced off-leash space for dogs to roam.

Off-leash areaFenced area

Mill Park

Park•Rhodes

Confirmed

Park•Rhodes

Dog-friendly park in Rhodes with space for your dog to run around off lead.

Off-leash area

Likely dog-friendly

Signs suggest dogs are welcome

Union Square Rhodes

Park•Rhodes

Likely

Park•Rhodes

Park in Rhodes. Dogs are generally allowed on a lead in NSW public parks unless

On-leash area

Worth checking

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

Leaf Cafe & Co Rhodes

Cafe•Rhodes

Unknown

Cafe•Rhodes

Cafe where dog access has not yet been confirmed…

Café on site

Bare Witness

Cafe•Rhodes

Unknown

Cafe•Rhodes

Cafe in Rhodes where dog access has not yet been confirmed…

Maestria Restaurant & Bar by Cedrus

Pub / Bar•Rhodes

Unknown

Pub / Bar•Rhodes

Bar in Rhodes where dog access has not yet been confirmed…

Parking 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 Rhodes?

Dogs are allowed in 9 confirmed dog-friendly venues, and there are another 1 more that are likely dog-friendly in Rhodes. 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.