Hong Kong Island · Central & Western
BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR
- Can my dog enter?
- Dogs welcome
- Where to sit
- outdoor
- Dog sizes
- Small dogs / Medium dogs
What diners mention
- Black-wood interior; Western café by day, wine bar at night.
- BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR's No. 186 Hollywood Road location has both indoor and outdoor table seating.
Community reviews
3 out of 5 for dog friendliness
Aug 2026
Sheung Wan MTR Exit A2 is a 7-minute walk away with no confirmed step-free route; the Hollywood Road slope is manageable for most dogs but not ideal for strollers.
Sheung Wan MTR Exit A2 is a 7-minute walk away with no confirmed step-free route; the Hollywood Road slope is manageable for most dogs but not ideal for strollers.
4 out of 5 for dog friendliness
Aug 2026
FEHD-licensed Western cafe and wine bar on Hollywood Road; dogs allowed in both indoor and outdoor zones, giving small and medium dogs fresh-air options.
FEHD-licensed Western cafe and wine bar on Hollywood Road; dogs allowed in both indoor and outdoor zones, giving small and medium dogs fresh-air options.
4 out of 5 for dog friendliness
Aug 2026
Sheung Wan's black-wood wine bar and cafe hits 4.3 on OpenRice with 29 reviews; the day-to-night menu and outdoor terrace make it a neighbourhood staple worth revisiting.
Sheung Wan's black-wood wine bar and cafe hits 4.3 on OpenRice with 29 reviews; the day-to-night menu and outdoor terrace make it a neighbourhood staple worth revisiting.
Why it made the list
BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR: dog-friendly restaurant guide
Black-wood interior; Western café by day, wine bar at night. BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR's No. 186 Hollywood Road location has both indoor and outdoor table seating.
Sort out the plan
Practical details
8 things to check
1Booking & access
OpenRice lists 29 reviews is the published reviewer signal. The OpenRice booking widget, where available, is the channel that lists the venue’s photo gallery and reviewer highlights.
- Booking channel: walk-in is the norm.
- Walk-in note: Walk-in..
- Pet-friendly hours: same as the venue’s general hours (per OpenRice).
- The vibe: a regular neighbourhood spot — the FEHD licence is what makes it workable for a dog.
2Minimum charge & pricing
- Minimum charge: none reported in any verified source.
- Per-dog charge: none reported.
- Pet menu / treats: no dog amenities are listed in any verified source.
- Price band:
$51-100per head (OpenRice). - Reservations phone: 25927168.
3Dog play area / pet zone
The de-facto pet zone is the outdoor seating; the layout is the regular restaurant floor, with outdoor seating and indoor seating. The FEHD licence confirms dog-friendly access; staff routing of pet parties is reported in the OpenRice reviews.
- Relief area on-site: none — see How to get there for the nearest off-lead option.
- Off-leash permitted? No. FEHD baseline (≤ 1.5 m leash).
- Distance from non-pet tables: the seating is open plan; the outdoor section is the closest pet-friendly row.
4Dog snacks & amenities
No dog amenities are listed in any verified source; amenities that are not listed should be treated as bring-your-own.
- Water bowl: see amenities above; otherwise bring a portable bowl.
- Pet mat / pee pad: not documented — bring your own.
- Pet treats on the house: not documented.
- Pet menu: none.
- Pet stroller parking: the entry is street-level; pavement space outside the unit is the practical place to fold a stroller.
- Pet-friendly toilet: no — use the nearest mall or MTR station washrooms.
5How to get there
By MTR, the venue is reached via Sheung Wan MTR, about a 7-minute walk, Exit A2 (per the OpenRice profile). Bus and tram options run along the main Central & Western corridors and stop within a short walk.
- Step-free entry: not documented.
- Lift required: likely; confirm on arrival.
- Parking: street-side metred parking is the default in this district.
6House rules — the law vs. the field
The law, per the FEHD scheme baseline (Dog-Friendly Food Premises Permit + Cap 167D Dangerous Dog Regulation):
- Leash length ≤ 1.5 m (FEHD baseline).
- No dogs on dining tables or bar counter seats (FEHD rule).
- 1.5 m exclusion from any open buffet / salad bar — not applicable here (per the OpenRice menu).
- Dangerous Dog Regulation (Cap 167D) breeds excluded by law; the FEHD permit does not override the parent ordinance.
- Carry the AFCD dog e-licence via iAM Smart — operators can ask.
What reviewers report on the ground:
- OpenRice lists 29 reviews; recurring reviewer themes touch on the venue’s menu, the seating layout and the service vibe.
- Blackwood Cafe & Bar — Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan.
- Black-wood interior; Western café by day, wine bar at night.
- 29 OpenRice reviews; phone #### ####.
7Practical tips
- Walk in — no booking widget; arrive outside the peak window to grab the pet-friendly row.
- Carry the AFCD e-licence (iAM Smart) — operators can ask.
- Bring a portable water bowl and mat — only the amenities listed above are confirmed.
- Aim for the outdoor row where staff are reported to seat pet parties.
- Plan a relief walk before or after the meal — the FEHD licence does not extend to a relief area on the premises.
- Do not bring a Cap 167D “Dangerous Dog” breed.
8On the record
On the record: OpenRice lists 29 reviews; the FEHD licence 3118805563 is confirmed as of 2026-07-07. “Blackwood Cafe & Bar — Hollywood Road, Sheung Wan.”
BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR frequently asked questions
Can I currently bring my dog to BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR?
Yes, the restaurant is currently listed as permitting dogs. Mention your dog when booking.
Where can dogs sit at BLACKWOOD CAFE & BAR?
Dog seating is available indoors and outdoors.
What should I confirm before visiting with a dog?
Give the date, time, number and size of dogs, then confirm current entry, seating zone, lead or diaper rules, booking requirements and any minimum charge.
Sources & updates
Officially listed
Mention your dog when booking to confirm seating, size limits and availability.
- Source checked
- 5 Jul 2026
- Licence
- 3118805563



