NearMeDog-friendly places in Manly
Last updatedOne dog outing that works in Manly is a run at Lagoon Park, a 24-hour off-leash area with shallow water, then brunch at Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe, a 5-minute walk away. Ruby Lane closes at 3pm every day, so the brunch belongs before then.
A day with your dog in Manly
| Time | Where dogs can go |
|---|---|
| Any day, all day and night | Graham Reserve's off-leash area and Lagoon Park are both open 24 hours, so a run works at any time. |
| Any day, 7am to 12:30pm | Mulatto Coffee opens at 7am and closes at 12:30pm, with outside tables where dogs can sit. |
| Any day, 7am to 2pm | Vini's Cafe is open from 7am to 2pm every day, with dogs welcome at its outside tables. |
| Monday to Thursday, until half past three | The Bower closes at half past three from Monday to Thursday and at half past four from Friday to Sunday. |
| Any day, until 3pm | Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe closes at 3pm every day, so brunch there belongs before then. |
Weekends in Manly: a big run at Graham Reserve, then coffee at Mulatto Coffee
Graham Reserve in Manly has a fully fenced off-leash dog area, open 24 hours, outside the fenced sportsfields. It is a spacious open field that suits dog training and socialisation, and the reserve has drinking water, a shaded seating area, a level walking path and free parking nearby. The sportsfields are used for football and cricket, and people walking to them pass through the dog area. Once the run is done, Mulatto Coffee is a 7-minute walk away. It is an outdoor coffee stand, and it suits a strong flat white and the arepas after a morning walk. Reviewers say dogs are common outside, so a dog can sit with its owner while the coffee arrives. The stand closes at 12:30pm, so the coffee belongs in the morning. From Mulatto, Lagoon Park is a 4-minute walk for a paddle.
Dog-friendly brunch in Manly: a paddle at Lagoon Park, then Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe
Lagoon Park in Manly is a 24-hour off-leash dog area on the edge of Manly Lagoon, between Pittwater Road and Stuart Somerville Bridge. Dogs can wade into the calm, shallow lagoon, but owners should first read the on-site signs about water quality. The park also has a playground, outdoor exercise equipment and BBQ areas for a rest after the run. The shared bike and pedestrian path and the picnic areas are used by other visitors at the same time, so dog walkers should keep that in mind. When the paddle is over, Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe is a 5-minute walk away on Pittwater Road. It has a wholefoods shelf at the front and a porch dining area, and the pancakes with berries and chocolate sauce are the dish to order. Visitors say the staff are friendly and attentive and that the gluten-free options are good. Dogs can sit at the outside tables, so brunch there suits a day out with a dog. For an earlier start, the next plan begins at Vini's Cafe on Victoria Parade.
Coffee on the bay in Manly: breakfast at Vini's Cafe, then The Bower
Vini's Cafe in Manly is a casual breakfast and lunch cafe open 7am to 2pm every day, with step-free entry and outside seating on Victoria Parade. Dogs are welcome outside, so the outdoor tables suit a quick coffee with a dog in tow. Visitors single out the Reuben sandwich with brisket and the coffee. From there it is a 7-minute walk to The Bower on Marine Parade, a waterfront brunch and bistro cafe with outside tables that face Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve. Dogs are welcome at those tables, and they are the place to sit for the view. One visitor says Affogato by Chill Bar, a minute from Vini's, is a good extra stop for coffee with a dog. The rules that apply across Manly come next.
Dog rules in Manly: where dogs can't go
Dogs run off-leash in two places in Manly, and both are open 24 hours. At Graham Reserve the off-leash area sits outside the fenced sportsfields, and people heading to football and cricket cross it, so keep dogs under close control. At Lagoon Park the shared bike and pedestrian path and the picnic areas are busy with other visitors, and the signs about water quality matter before a dog goes into the water. At the cafes in these plans, dogs are welcome outside only, so no dog goes inside. Confirm the rules with Northern Beaches Council before a visit. The dog-friendly cafes in Manly are on the best dog-friendly cafes page.
Where these are in Manly
- Around Graham Reserve: A fenced off-leash field with shade and drinking water, a 5-minute walk from Paolo's on Birkley Road.
- Around Lagoon Park: A 24-hour off-leash area by the lagoon, with coffee and brunch on Pittwater Road within a 5-minute walk.
Every dog-friendly place in Manly
| Place | Type | Dogs |
|---|---|---|
| Graham Reserve | Park | Off-leash area, fenced |
| Lagoon Park | Park | Off-leash area |
| Vini's Cafe | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| The Bower | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Ripples Little | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Belgrave Cartel | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Bella Vista | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Three Beans Manly | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Mulatto Coffee | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Silo West | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Market Lane Cafe | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Showbox Coffee | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Silo Espresso | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Bluebottle Espresso | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Fika the Cafe | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Barrel One Manly | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Paolo's Cafe and Aperitivo Bar | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Affogato by Chill Bar | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Momo Bar | Cafe | Dogs outside |
| Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe | Cafe | Dogs outside |
FAQ
Where can I take my dog off-leash in Manly?
Manly has two off-leash dog areas open 24 hours a day: Graham Reserve and Lagoon Park. Graham Reserve has a fully fenced area that sits outside the fenced sportsfields, with drinking water, shaded seating, a level walking path and free parking nearby. Lagoon Park sits between Pittwater Road and Stuart Somerville Bridge, with Manly Lagoon along its northern edge. Dogs can go into the calm, shallow lagoon there, and the on-site signs about water quality are worth reading first. Walkers and cyclists share its path, so keep dogs close when they pass.
Is there a fenced dog park in Manly?
Yes, Graham Reserve in Manly has a fully fenced off-leash dog area, outside the reserve's fenced sportsfields. Dogs can run unleashed there at any hour, since the area is open 24 hours a day. The open field suits dog training and socialisation, and the level walking path suits relaxed strolls as well as dog walks. Lagoon Park also has a 24-hour off-leash dog area by the lagoon, and the on-site signs about the water are worth reading before a visit. Lagoon Park is about a 10-minute walk from Graham Reserve, so the two can be combined in one outing.
What can I do with my dog in Manly this weekend?
Three outings suit a weekend with a dog in Manly, and each one ends with food or coffee. Graham Reserve is the place for a big run, and Mulatto Coffee is a 7-minute walk away, open from 7am until 12:30pm with outside tables. For a paddle, Lagoon Park is open all day and night, and Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe is a 5-minute walk away for brunch before 3pm. For a slower morning, Vini's Cafe on Victoria Parade opens at 7am, and The Bower on Marine Parade is a 7-minute walk further on, where dogs can sit at the outside tables facing the bay.
Which cafes in Manly allow dogs?
Several cafes in Manly allow dogs at their outside tables, and none of them seat dogs indoors. Vini's Cafe on Victoria Parade has outdoor seating where dogs are welcome. The Bower on Marine Parade has waterfront outside tables where dogs can sit. Silo West on West Esplanade allows dogs at its footpath tables, and Market Lane Cafe has outdoor tables on the laneway. Mulatto Coffee on Pittwater Road lets dogs sit outside, and Barrel One Manly on East Esplanade has outdoor tables for breakfast or brunch. Several of these close by 2pm, so check the hours before you go.
Where can I walk my dog and get a coffee in Manly?
Graham Reserve and Lagoon Park are both close to a cafe, so a dog walk and a coffee can share one morning. From Graham Reserve, Paolo's Cafe and Aperitivo Bar at 59 Birkley Road is a 5-minute walk, and on Saturdays and Sundays it opens at 7am and closes at 12:30pm. Mulatto Coffee on Pittwater Road is a 7-minute walk from Graham Reserve, and its coffee stand has outside tables. From Lagoon Park, Mulatto Coffee is a 4-minute walk, and Ruby Lane Wholefoods Cafe is 5 minutes away. Plan the walk before the coffee, because every cafe in this answer closes by 3pm.