Dog and Parrot Tavern

The Dog and Parrot Tavern is a big, lively local pub on Scottsdale Drive in Robina, the sort of place built around pokies, sports screens, live music and a full pub menu. Dogs are welcome, but only in the outdoor areas, so this is a spot for a relaxed drink or a meal in the beer garden rather than a quiet coffee stop.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor, undercover and beer garden areas, where there is plenty of room and casual seating. They are not allowed in the indoor bar or dining rooms. Staff are generally happy to see dogs and water bowls are usually around, but bring your own bowl so you are not caught out on a busy day.

Good to know. It is a large, casual tavern known for live music, sports on the screens and standard pub fare like schnitzels, parmys and steak sandwiches. It gets loud and busy on event nights and weekends, which suits a confident, settled dog more than a nervous one.

Getting there. The address is on Scottsdale Drive, Robina, easy to reach by car and close to the main roads through the suburb. There is parking on site and nearby, though it fills during events and peak times.

Nearby with the dogs. Robina Common fenced dog park is a short drive away for an off-leash run, and the walking paths around the wider Robina precinct work for an on-leash stroll before or after.

Best timed for a relaxed afternoon in the beer garden rather than a packed Friday night if you have the dog with you. Confirm the outdoor seating is open when the weather turns, since wet-weather crowds push everyone undercover.

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