Miami Tavern

Miami Tavern is a big, long-running local pub on the Gold Coast Highway, sitting across the road from the beach with ocean and beach views from the balcony. For dog owners the draw is the spacious outdoor area, with the beachfront strip on the doorstep for a walk either side of a meal.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor undercover area rather than the indoor bar and gaming rooms. It is a roomy space with tables and chairs where a dog can rest beside you. Bring your own water bowl, and because it is a lively venue with live music at times, it suits a settled dog over an anxious one. Dog access at a licensed venue can change, so confirm with staff on the day.

Good to know. It is a classic tavern known for the outdoor areas, the ocean-view balcony, bistro and pub favourites like the chicken parmi and seafood tower, and live music.

Getting there. The address is 2172 Gold Coast Hwy, Miami. There is on-site parking that fills at peak times on weekends and evenings, with side-street parking nearby as a fallback.

Nearby with the dog. Miami Beach is directly across the road, and the ocean-side boardwalk is within easy walking distance.

Come at a quieter time outside the weekend and evening peaks for the calmest outdoor space. Good for relaxed dogs who cope with a busy, noisy room.

Sources

• Miami Tavern - dog-friendly outdoor area · instagram.com

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