The Den Cafe & Bar

The Den Cafe & Bar is a modern Italian-leaning spot at 1009 Old Princes Highway, Engadine, and it is one of the more deliberately dog-friendly venues in the area. It runs a dedicated dog-friendly garden with its own rear entry, so you can settle in without steering the dog through the main dining room.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor garden and on the deck, not inside the main dining room. There is a separate back entrance for arriving with the dog, and water bowls are usually out in the garden area. Bring your own bowl as a backup on busy days.

Good to know. The menu spans brunch, Italian-inspired lunch and dinner, and a full drinks list of cocktails, wine and craft beer. There is a children's play area, so it works for a mixed group of kids and dogs. Reviews single out easy-going, dog-aware staff. Hours generally run Wednesday to Monday, roughly 8am to 9:30pm, closed Tuesdays. Confirm hours and whether the garden takes bookings before a special trip.

Getting there. It sits on the main Old Princes Highway thoroughfare, with free street parking and a free car park nearby. The rear entry makes the dog arrival simpler than the front door.

When to go. A weekday brunch or an early evening is the relaxed window for a garden table. Handy as a sit-down meal after a walk, with the Royal National Park fire trails only minutes away.

Sources

• The Den Cafe and Bar - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• The Den Cafe and Bar | Best Restaurants Australia · bestrestaurants.com.au
• The Den Cafe and Bar - OpenTable · opentable.com.au

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