Irish Murphy's

A long-running Irish pub at 36 Sturt Street, Irish Murphy's does hearty traditional food and live music in the middle of the CBD, with footpath tables that take a leashed dog.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas, with the front footpath seating on Sturt Street the practical pick. Dogs stay outside on the path; the historic interior is not a dog space. Staff are friendly, but water bowls are not a given, so pack your own.

Good to know. The kitchen runs to Guinness pie, lamb shanks and other pub classics, with cheap weekday lunches and live Irish music a regular fixture, busiest on Sunday afternoons. If you want a quiet seat with the dog, avoid the music slots.

Getting there. It sits on Sturt Street in the heart of the CBD, with paid street parking out front and several car parks nearby. The train station is within walking distance.

Best on a quieter weekday rather than during a Sunday session. The Sturt Street gardens are right outside for a walk before or after.

Sources

• Your ultimate guide to dog-friendly Ballarat · visitballarat.com.au

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