La Hacienda 101 Mexican Cantina

La Hacienda 101 Mexican Cantina is a lively cantina at 16 Market Street, Woolgoolga, and it goes further than most for dogs with a dedicated outdoor lounge set up for patrons dining with pets. The draw is authentic tacos and margaritas in a spot that actively welcomes dogs.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio, which the venue runs as a dog-friendly lounge. Dogs are not permitted indoors apart from certified service dogs, and they must stay on a leash and be settled around other people and animals. The patio is set up for eating with your dog rather than tolerating one, so it is a genuinely easy visit.

Good to know. The kitchen is known for a range of authentic tacos and a strong tequila and margarita list, with happy hour specials generally from around 4pm. It is popular and family-friendly, so the patio fills at peak times.

Getting there and parking. The address is 16 Market Street, Shop 1, central in town near the main beach area. There is free off-street parking as well as street parking on Market Street.

Nearby with the dogs. Woolgoolga Beach and the grassed beach reserve are a short walk away and good for a leg-stretch before or after a meal. The town centre is walkable, so it is easy to combine with a stroll. Check local signage for off-leash zones.

When to go. For a quieter patio with a dog, aim for early evening before the happy-hour and weekend crowds build.

Sources

• La Hacienda 101: Authentic Mexican Restaurant · lahacienda101.com.au
• Dog-friendly dining area with doggie lounge and service · facebook.com
• La Hacienda 101 - Woolgoolga - Tripadvisor · tripadvisor.com.au

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