Tasty Bamboo Garden

Tasty Bamboo Garden is a family-run Cantonese restaurant in central Southport that reviewers single out as welcoming to dogs at its outdoor tables. It is a casual lunch and dinner spot near Australia Fair, and the dog-friendly outdoor area is the reason it earns a place here.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor dining area. Staff are described as friendly and attentive to pets, and given the welcoming attitude, water can usually be sorted, but bring your own bowl to be safe. The casual setting suits a dog that settles beside the table.

Good to know. The kitchen does authentic Cantonese, with roast duck, dumplings and wonton soup among the favourites, and a reputation for generous portions and personal service from the owner.

Getting there. The restaurant is on Nerang Street near the Marine Parade corner. Street parking is available on Nerang Street, with free parking often nearby at Australia Fair or in surrounding public carparks. It is walkable from the Broadwater parklands.

Nearby with the dogs. Broadwater Parklands is a short walk away with paved, shaded paths and water views, and the Marine Parade pathway is good for a stroll before or after a meal.

Best to confirm the outdoor dog seating when you book or arrive, since indoor dining is the main room and pets stay outside.

Sources

• Tasty Bamboo Garden, Southport - Restaurant Reviews - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au
• Where to Stay and What to Do in Southport - Experience Gold Coast · experiencegoldcoast.com

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