GIANNI'S ITALIAN

Gianni's Italian is a casual Italian restaurant on Cameron Avenue in the Belconnen town centre, with dogs welcome on the outdoor terrace. It's a sit-down dinner option rather than a walk-up coffee stop, handy if you want to eat well with the dog along.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor terrace, not inside the main dining room. The terrace is heated, which helps on cold Canberra evenings. Staff often bring water and sometimes a treat. Keep your dog on-leash and settled beside the table.

Good to know. It's known for wood-fired pizza, pasta and gnocchi in a relaxed, neighbourhood setting, with a sister gelato counter alongside.

Getting there. It's on Cameron Avenue, right by the Belconnen bus interchange. Parking is paid street parking and paid lots or garages nearby.

Nearby with the dogs. It's a short walk to the Belconnen Arts Centre waterfront, and John Knight Memorial Park on the Lake Ginninderra foreshore is close for a post-dinner on-leash stroll.

Book an outdoor terrace table if you're bringing the dog, and aim for milder evenings so the heating does the rest. Confirm the terrace is dog-friendly when you book.

Sources

• Gianni's Italian Restaurant Canberra · giannisitalian.com.au
• Gianni's Italian Restaurant - Belconnen - OpenTable · opentable.com.au
• A Dog Friendly Guide: Where to Eat and Drink in Canberra · theannoyedthyroid.com

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