Nero's Table

A relaxed Italian spot on Bull Street serving woodfired Napoletana pizza and Mediterranean plates, Nero's Table keeps footpath tables where dogs are welcome. It is a central, good-value option for a casual lunch or dinner with your dog beside you.

The dog setup. Dogs are generally welcome on lead at the outdoor footpath seating on Bull Street; indoors is for diners. The footpath is a popular people-watching strip in the city centre. Staff are accommodating, but bring your own water bowl. Tables out front are limited, so call ahead to confirm one is free for you and the dog.

Good to know. The kitchen runs an imported Italian woodfired oven for crisp Napoletana pizza, backed by a decent wine list, cocktails and tap beers. The Margherita and garlic mozzarella pizzas are the standouts, and it is known as good value.

Getting there and parking. Find it at 58 Bull Street, central and walkable from the business district. Street parking runs along Bull Street and side streets, with paid parking at the nearby Allara Street car park a short walk away.

Nearby with the dogs. Rosalind Park is a short walk for a green leg-stretch, the Alexandra Fountain is a quick photo stop, and the Bendigo Creek Trail offers a longer walk for an active dog.

Aim for an early sitting to land a footpath table before the dinner rush. Good for a calm dog happy to settle at a roadside table.

Sources

• Nero's Table - Mediterranean Dining in Bendigo · nerostable.com.au
• Nero's Table in Bendigo - The Fold · thefold.com.au

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