Appin Hotel

The Appin Hotel is the town's main pub, a bistro and bar on Appin Road that draws a big local crowd for classic country pub plates. The menu leans on schnitzel, rump steak and barramundi, the seafood platter gets name checked by regulars, and sticky date pudding finishes things off. The consistent theme in feedback is generous servings, so arrive hungry.

Patrons report being able to sit with leashed dogs in the outdoor and verandah seating areas, and the hotel's Facebook presence backs that picture up, but there is no written pet policy on the venue site. Treat the outdoor area as the dog zone, keep the leash on, and call ahead if you are making a special trip; a quick check before you drive out saves a turnaround.

The vibe

This is a proper local: busy bistro service through dinner, pokies and sports screens inside, and a verandah that does the duty as the outdoor room. Hours are long. The kitchen runs from 11am most days, the pub stays open to midnight or later on Friday and Saturday, and service starts at 10am on weekends. Lunch with the dog on the verandah is the easiest slot, before the evening rush builds.

You will find it at 84 Appin Rd, Appin, on the main road through town with parking out front and along the street.

Close by with the dogs

Appin is small, so pair the pub with what is around it. Wildgum Cafe covers the coffee and breakfast end of the day, while Southwest Barbecue is the smokehouse option if the bistro menu does not tempt you. More dog friendly pubs are listed across New South Wales, and the town guide is at Appin.