Punjabi Palace Cairns

Punjabi Palace is a North Indian restaurant and bar in the Cairns CBD on Lake Street, known for authentic, generous plates and a broad vegetarian range. It lists itself as dog-friendly, with dogs welcome at the outdoor tables, so it works for a relaxed dinner with the dog along.

The dog setup. The restaurant's own listing marks it as pet-friendly with dogs allowed outside, so the outdoor seating is where to head, not the indoor dining room. Keep your dog on lead beside the table and bring a water bowl, since this is a dinner spot rather than a set-up dog cafe.

Good to know. The kitchen does North Indian classics, curries, tandoor and chaat, with plenty for vegetarians and large portions the regular note. It bills itself as a family-friendly, welcoming spot, so a settled dog fits the room.

Getting there and parking. Find it at 39 Lake St, central Cairns. There is a mix of free and paid street parking plus nearby paid lots, though the CBD gets busy at dinner.

Nearby with the dogs. The Cairns Esplanade is a short walk away with on-lead paths and green space. Note the council rules there, dogs on lead, and stay clear of the marked no-go zones around barbecues, playgrounds and the lagoon.

When to go. Early dinner is the calmer window for an outdoor table. Good for a relaxed dog that settles quietly through a meal.

Sources

• Punjabi Palace Cairns - About · punjabipalace.com.au
• Taking your dog to the Esplanade - Cairns Regional Council · cairns.qld.gov.au

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