The Left Bank

The Left Bank sits right on Riverside Road at the Swan River end of East Fremantle's restaurant strip, a heritage corner pub that fronts the water. Its dog friendly alfresco area is the draw: the venue's own site shows a dedicated dog alfresco zone out the front, with tables, grass and umbrellas close to the river, and photos of pet alfresco dining in its gallery. Doors open 11am daily and the kitchen runs late into Friday and Saturday evenings.

The policy is clear and venue-published, so you can plan on it: dogs are welcome in the outdoor alfresco areas and must stay in those outdoor spaces rather than moving inside. It is a busy riverfront venue, so pick a table away from the walkway if your dog is unsure about foot traffic, and the grass strip under the umbrellas gives them somewhere to lie out of the afternoon sun.

The vibe

Expect a grand old building with a big verandah energy: river views, boats sliding past, and sunset seating that books out on fine weekends. The menu runs to barramundi, calamari, steak sandwiches and margherita pizza, with a serious drinks list to match. The outdoor area turns over steadily through lunch and dinner, so a mid afternoon arrival is the calmest slot with a dog. Weekend nights get loud and crowded, which is worth factoring in if your dog is reactive.

Make a day of it

The riverfront location makes pairing easy. Burn energy first at the East Fremantle Community Park Fenced Dog Park, or cool off at the South Beach Dog Off Leash Area a short drive south. Coffee options nearby include May Street Larder, and the East Fremantle dog friendly guide rounds up the suburb, alongside dog friendly pubs in WA.