Best Dog Friendly Guide in Dallas Melbourne — 2026 Guide
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| No-cost pick | Sol’s | | Best with kids | Northern Press | | Hidden spot | Golden Corner | | Bad weather pick | Old Kitchen |
The dog friendly guide options here are genuine, well-priced, and run by people who actually live in the suburb. Start at Iris’s, then work your way to Humble Union. Dallas is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community. This is Dallas in 2026.
1. Old Room — 294 Bridge Grove, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $11-21 per person Best for: groups of 6+ who want a table without booking six weeks ahead
The space seats about 52 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Order this: The crispy chicken ($13) — solid Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
2. The Green House — 157 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-35 per person Best for: solo diners
The room holds 40 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Pine Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
3. Pearl’s — 377 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: A local institution Cost: $22-37 per person Best for: dates
The room holds 47 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
4. Archive — 262 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $18-28 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Don’t miss: The charcuterie board ($20) — solid
5. Room — 70 Young Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $14-22 per person Best for: remote workers
The room holds 53 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Worth knowing: The charcuterie board ($20) — solid Insider tip: Their coffee is from a local Dallas roaster — ask which one.
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6. Ash’s — 178 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $13-23 per person Best for: remote workers
Capacity is around 54 with outdoor seating for another 15. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
7. The Old Corner — 236 Brunswick Parade, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: A local institution Cost: $21-28 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
The space seats about 51 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bridge Grove is usually fine.
8. Ava Store — 145 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $11-24 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 44 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
9. The Lucky Lane — 23 Brunswick Parade, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $15-21 per person Best for: a quiet table for two
Capacity is around 46 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
10. Remy Yard — 333 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: A local institution Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: a quiet meal and a book
Capacity is around 30 and fills on weekends. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The sourdough bread ($22) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
11. Depot — 10 Edward Street, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: Neighbourhood favourite Cost: $8-14 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 65 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Edward Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: Ask for the off-menu special — they rotate it weekly.
12. Long Store — 186 Bridge Grove, Dallas VIC 3181
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: the whole crew
Capacity is around 62 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Edward Street is usually fine.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
Explore More
- Melbourne Cbd Dog Friendly Guide — same vibe, different suburb
- Dallas Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Dallas Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Melbourne Cbd Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Dallas stacks up
- All Dallas Guides — everything we’ve written about Dallas
FAQ
Yes. The dog friendly guide scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Dallas known for?
Dallas is a growing Melbourne suburb with its own local character and community.
What is Dallas best known for?
Pearl’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Dallas from Melbourne CBD?
Dallas is 15-30km, 25-45min by public transport from Melbourne CBD.
Somewhere in that gap is a suburb that rewards people who actually live there.
Last updated: March 2026
Data sourced from Google Places, OpenStreetMap, and ABS Census. Compiled April 2026. Found an error? Contact us.
