Tommy Gunns Barwon Heads

Tommy Gunns is a modern Australian bistro on Barwon Heads' main street at 60 Hitchcock Avenue, leaning upscale-casual with local seasonal produce, seafood and a solid drinks list. For dog owners the answer is the courtyard: dogs are welcome in the outdoor open-air area, not inside the dining room.

The dog setup. Bring the dog to the outdoor courtyard, which is shaded by trees and the more relaxed corner of the venue. Staff are accommodating, though a water bowl is not guaranteed when they are slammed, so pack your own. Footpath dining out front is limited, so treat the courtyard as the dog spot and mention it when you book.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for the scotch fillet, steak tartare, scallops and a chef-selection approach, with a wine list to match. It suits a long lunch more than a quick coffee, so plan for a dog that can settle for a while.

Getting there. Street parking runs along Hitchcock Avenue but gets very busy on weekends and across summer. A weekday lunch is the easiest run at a park and a courtyard table.

Nearby with the dogs. Village Park and the Barwon Heads foreshore are both a short walk from the strip for an on-leash wander before or after your meal.

When to go. Weekday lunch is calmest for parking, a courtyard seat and a dog that would rather not navigate a packed weekend service.

Sources

• Tommy Gunns Barwon Heads · tommygunns.com.au
• Tommy Gunns - Australian Good Food Guide · agfg.com.au
• Tommy Gunns - Tripadvisor reviews · tripadvisor.com.au

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