The Willow Hotel

The Willow Hotel is a community pub and bistro at 215 Beaudesert Road, Moorooka, that welcomes dogs in its outdoor areas. It is a straightforward local for a counter meal and a beer with the dog alongside, not a fully dog-integrated venue, so a bit of planning helps.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor areas; they are not permitted in the indoor bistro or bar. Outdoor seating is limited, and because dog access is tied to grabbing an outside table, it is worth calling ahead to confirm one is free, especially at busy times. Staff will usually bring a water bowl on request, but bring your own to be sure.

Good to know. The bistro runs pub classics with weekday specials (around $16 Monday to Friday), happy hour, trivia and live sport, and regulars rate the lamb shank, beef cheeks and rump steak. There are pokies on site. It is a busy, social room, so quieter outdoor times suit a settled dog better.

Getting there. There is on-site parking, with street parking on neighbouring residential streets when the lot fills. Multiple bus routes run along Beaudesert Road with stops near the hotel.

Nearby with the dogs. Evans Road Park fenced dog park is a short drive for an off-leash run to take the edge off before a meal, and Toohey Forest's on-leash tracks are close by for a proper walk.

Sources

• The Willow Hotel | Pub & Bistro Moorooka · willowhotel.com.au
• The Willow - we are dog friendly · facebook.com
• Eat & Drink | Bistro & Bar - The Willow Hotel · willowhotel.com.au

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.