La Pizzaiola

La Pizzaiola is a rustic Italian restaurant on Margaret Street in the Toowoomba CBD, built around wood-fired pizza and house-made pasta. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables, so an early dinner with the dog works here.

The dog setup. Dogs join you in the outdoor seating area; the indoor dining room is for people, in line with Queensland food rules. Water bowls are usually available. Keep the dog settled on the lead beside you, as the tables sit close in the evenings.

Good to know. It is known for traditional wood-fired pizza and a cosy, rustic feel. The kitchen runs dinner Tuesday to Saturday with lunch on the later week, so check the day before you plan an outdoor table.

Getting there and parking. The address is on Margaret Street in the heart of the city. Free street parking is usually available along Margaret Street and the adjacent streets, easing off in the evenings.

Nearby with the dogs. Queens Park and the Botanic Gardens are a short walk away, with lawns and on-leash paths for a pre-dinner stretch.

When to go. An early dinner sitting, before the room fills, is the calmest window for a dog at the outdoor tables.

Sources

• Dog-Friendly Cafes & Bars in Toowoomba - The Field Guide · thefieldguidetoowoomba.com

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