Orléans Restaurant and Bar

Orléans is a French and New Orleans-inspired restaurant and bar on Duporth Avenue in central Maroochydore, built around an intimate set-menu evening service. For dog owners the draw is The Pavilion, the partly enclosed outdoor area where well-behaved dogs are welcome at your feet.

The dog setup. Dogs join you in The Pavilion, the outdoor dining space; the main indoor dining room is off-limits under standard Queensland food-safety rules. Seating here is table-service and evening-focused rather than a casual drop-in, so it suits a settled dog rather than a restless one. Bring a portable water bowl; staff will usually fill one on request but it is not guaranteed.

Good to know. The kitchen runs a three-course French and New Orleans set menu with a full bar, signature cocktails and a long wine list. Service is evening-led: open Monday to Friday from late morning, Saturday from late afternoon, closed Sunday. Book ahead and ask specifically for a dog-friendly table in The Pavilion, as outdoor seats are limited.

Getting there. The address is Shop 1, 24 Duporth Avenue. Street parking runs along Duporth Avenue, so check the signed time limits, and arrive a little early since this central strip fills quickly on weekend evenings.

Nearby with the dogs. The Maroochy River boardwalk is a short walk for a pre or post-dinner stroll, and Cotton Tree Park is a couple of minutes away for green space before you sit down.

When to go. Weeknights are calmer than the Saturday rush; book The Pavilion in advance either way, and aim for an early sitting if your dog prefers a quieter room.

Sources

• Orléans Restaurant & Bar | Maroochydore Fine Dining · orleansrb.com
• Orleans Restaurant and Bar, Maroochydore - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Orleans Restaurant and Bar, Maroochydore - AGFG · agfg.com.au
• Animals - Food Standards Australia New Zealand · foodstandards.gov.au

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