Burnt Barrel
- Dogs
- Welcome
- Where
- Nanson, WA
- Policy checked
- 2026-06-11
What visitors mention
Burnt Barrel is a BBQ low and slow smokehouse set on a 120-acre farm property at 305 Nanson-Howatharra Rd, Nanson WA, roughly 25 to 30 minutes from Geraldton. The defining reason to make the trip: dogs are always welcome in the outdoor beer garden and gazebo huts, complete with rolling hill views and a relaxed BREWBQ atmosphere.
The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor area, which covers the beer garden and gazebo huts. Water bowls are often provided, though it is worth checking with staff on arrival. Keep your dog on a leash at all times, the farm setting means wildlife including kangaroos can be nearby, and there are friendly farm animals on the property as well. Booking is highly recommended, request an outside table specifically when you reserve so staff can seat you and your dog appropriately.
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Good to know. Burnt Barrel is rated 4.6 across 316 reviews and is known for its smoked meats, ribs, pork belly, feast platters and ginger beer. Live music features regularly, and the setting is casual and family-friendly. The BREWBQ concept pairs craft beer with slow-smoked BBQ across lunch and dinner sessions on weekends.
Hours. Open Friday and Saturday 11am to 4pm and 6pm to 9pm, and Sunday 11am to 4pm. Closed Monday through Thursday.
Getting there and parking. Access is via the North West Coastal Highway or Chapman Valley Road onto Nanson-Howatharra Road. The 120-acre property has a free, spacious parking lot with room for cars, caravans and buses.
Make a day of it. Chapman Valley offers scenic rural drives, and Geraldton's beaches, including Separation Point and Sunset Beach, are a short drive south. For another dog-friendly meal in Geraldton, try Kai Lani Cafe or The Foreshore Hangout Lounge. If you are staying overnight, Geraldton Caravan Park is the closest pet-friendly accommodation option in the directory.
Book ahead for Friday and Saturday evenings, the dinner session combined with live music is the busiest slot and outside tables go first.
Sources
- Burnt Barrel Restaurant - Nanson, AU-WA | OpenTable · opentable.com.au
- Burnt Barrel | Nanson WA · facebook.com
- Our Story - Burnt Barrel · burntbarrel.com
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Policy verified 11 June 2026 Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
