The Fox Hotel

The short version. The Fox Hotel is a large, long-running pub at 351 Wellington St on the corner of Johnston St, and dogs are welcome in both the courtyard and the rooftop deck. Both areas are covered and heated, which makes it a genuine year-round option rather than a fair-weather one.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the courtyard and on the rooftop deck, and water bowls are available on both levels. Street-side seating may be an option depending on current footpath trading. Keep your dog on-lead and settled given the size of the venue and the crowds.

Good to know. A big pub with a popular rooftop, known for Sunday roasts, a Tuesday steak night, and a strong range of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The Sunday session gets busy and loud.

Getting there. Take the 86 tram to the Gertrude St or Smith St stops, or walk over from Collingwood Station. Street parking on Wellington St and the surrounding residential streets is limited, so allow time or use public transport.

Nearby with the dogs. Darling Gardens is a nearby green space for a walk, and the leafy Collingwood side streets and the Smith St strip give you plenty of options before or after a drink.

When to go. Weekday afternoons and early evenings are the quietest. Sundays are the busiest, so pick your time if your dog prefers a calmer room.

Sources

• The Fox Hotel | Authentic Aussie Pub in Collingwood · thefoxhotel.au

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