Commercial Hotel Junee

The Commercial Hotel has stood on Lorne Street in Junee since 1884, and these days it operates as a genuinely pet-friendly pub with a large rear beer garden. For dog owners passing through the Riverina on the Canola Trail, that mix of historic country hospitality and outdoor drinking space makes it a practical stop.

The dog setup

Dogs are welcome in the front seating area and the rear beer garden, with water stations provided. They are generally not permitted inside during meal service, so this is an outdoor-table visit. Keep your dog on a lead in all public areas. The hotel has nine accommodation rooms, but the pet policy for indoor stays is unconfirmed, so contact the hotel directly before booking a room with a dog.

Max: Country pubs can get packed on live music nights or during major local events. If you are relying on the beer garden for dog access, call ahead to confirm it is open and not at capacity.

Worth knowing

The beer garden is the standout, built into the old 130-year-old brickwork and hosting regular live music. The bistro serves meals seven days a week, leaning into pub classics: chicken parma, steak, schnitzel, lamb cutlets and seafood baskets. The hotel sits in the heart of Junee, a short walk from the historic railway station and the licorice factory that put the town on the map.

Getting there and parking

The address is 68 Lorne Street, Junee. Free street parking is available along Lorne and Waratah Streets, with an additional free parking lot nearby, so parking with a dog in the car is never much of a problem.

Close by with the dogs

Junee has its own agility dog park for a proper run before lunch. If you are staying in the region, Wagga Wagga is about half an hour away and has several dog-friendly options including Chaston Pet Hub and cafes such as Makers Coffee House.

When to go

Aim for a lunch or dinner sitting on a sunny day to make the most of the beer garden. Order at the bistro counter, then settle into a spot outside with your dog and let the water station do its job.