Finding dog-friendly pubs and taverns may be difficult, but there are a few that welcome your furry companion while sipping an adult beverage.
“Dog” in its name should be your indicator that you’ve found the ideal spot. In Williamsburg, this relaxed restaurant features dog-centric seating both indoors and on its patio – as well as drink specials to please both owners and canines!
Side Project Brewing
Are you looking for the perfect place to unwind with a pint and your pup? West Town microbrewery welcomes both inside and outdoor pups alike, with its charming patio protected from direct sun by an awning, lit with globe lights and cozy seating arrangements that offer plenty of shade – providing an inviting space where both of you can share a flight of craft beers while snacking from local food trucks!
After your pup has enjoyed Horner Park Dog Park, walk over to this Albany Park neighborhood bar that welcomes both dogs and beer garden lovers. Order pizza, cheese curds or soft pretzel with beer cheese while lounging in their outdoor seating area with your pup.
River North brewery The Beer Garden and Bar welcome well-behaved canine patrons into both locations. Choose from their selection of Eastern European-inspired ales, barrel-aged stouts, IPAs and experimental blends; or order wine or non-alcoholic beer as an aperitif!
At this Uptown honky-tonk, you and your pup can dance the night away to country tunes while sipping draft beer from a sidewalk patio that welcomes pets with water bowls for them!
Hammerstone’s
Soulard restaurants generally welcome dogs. MoKaBe’s on South Grand serves up delicious coffee while Molly’s offers drinks and treats specifically tailored for your pup at Yappy Hour! Wild Flower, an organic deli-style eatery, also allows leashed dogs in its outdoor sidewalk seating area while Vincenzo’s Italian eatery features plenty of space with an extensive full bar menu – perfect if your soulard neighborhood restaurant doesn’t.
Other options include the upscale pub-style tavern Pappasito’s and casual sports bar Tigin on Washington Avenue, both featuring dog-friendly outdoor patios with shade. A chic brewery in Kirkwood features craft beers on tap as well as an inviting dog-friendly patio; their menu offers items like grilled talapia and pizza!
Sugarfire Restaurant in Tower Grove serves delicious barbecue with an inviting outdoor patio that provides shaded seating, as well as offering drinks and desserts. Square One Beer Garden features a selection of beers as well as bar food that welcomes dogs.
Urban Chestnut Brewing Company in Grove and Tamm Avenue Grill in Clayton also offer spacious patios where your four-legged companion is welcome.
Brooklyn Brewery
Brooklyn offers many dog-friendly bars. Many are located nearby parks that feature dog runs. Many also provide outdoor seating suitable for canines; and some even serve food!
Red Hook-based Brooklyn Brewery is another great spot for dogs that appreciate craft beer. This family-run brewery features both a brewery and taproom, producing beer using locally sourced ingredients for grain-to-glass brews as well as ciders and wines; plus they are Certified Pet Friendly Business!
Brooklyn Brewery boasts two locations–a brewhouse in Brooklyn and taproom in Queens–but their Brooklyn location is the place for dog-lovers. Their 3,000-square-foot Brooklyn brewery provides both indoor and outdoor seating; dogs are welcome both ways! In addition, events like food pop-ups and beer-related panel discussions take place here, as well as their Mug Club membership program that gives exclusive use of glass mugs in the taproom along with free beer discounts, parties and exclusive use of glass mugs!
N 11th Street Cookout in Williamsburg offers another dog-friendly pub and bar for customers and their furry friends, boasting a laid-back atmosphere and serving Mexican and Cuban fare without offering traditional restaurant menus. Their outdoor picnic tables feature plenty of water bowls for pets; food trucks also stop by on weekends while hosting live music events and art/performance performances.
Amsterdam Tavern
Harlem Public is an inviting pub and restaurant that welcomes both you and Fido – it even allows them to join! Offering an assortment of tasty cuisine – you can order wings in your choice of sauce such as Lil’ Chad’s Hot, Apricot Wheat BBQ, Garlic Parm Ranch and Honey Srirachi as well as enjoy a cool beer while relaxing! Their friendly staff will ensure both are relaxed and enjoy their meal while relaxing here together!
Locals flock to this charming Upper West Side spot as a quick bite spot, known for its dog-friendly patio where your pup is welcome to sit while waiting. Their menu offers delicious sandwiches, paninis and salads; plus try their homemade baked goods!
Wicker Park pizza restaurant may not be ideal for dogs with anxious temperaments (it has pink flamingo decorations!), but it remains an excellent place for people wanting a fun dining and drinks experience without worrying about their furry companions. Plus there’s an outdoor seating area dedicated to pets; staff treats all dogs like family!
Amsterdam Tavern may not be as old as McSorley’s, but it remains a vital hub of St. Louis soccer since Henry Hudson first landed at Mannahatta in 1609. Enjoy watching games at their back-covered patio while sipping draft or bottle beer while watching matches live!
Civil Life Brewing Company
If you’re craving some delicious craft beer and some delectable pub grub, visit this relaxed pub. Their menu boasts an array of pub favorites like burgers and wings with sauce options like Lil’ Chad’s Hot, Apricot Wheat BBQ, Garlic Parm Ranch, and Honey Srirachi – plus their beer list features many local offerings too!
On Holt Avenue in Tower Grove South is a brewery with a side patio that welcomes dogs. This makes the ideal place for meeting up with friends and drinking a cold beer with your pup by your side! The atmosphere is relaxed; expect jeans or flip flops among its patrons; bartenders are friendly; you may even spot one or two dogs lounging about on the patio!
Park Slope residents will appreciate this cozy British-inspired bar and restaurant’s selection of craft beers, wines and cocktails as well as small bites including Yorkshire pudding sandwiches and sundaes. Bartenders are always happy to provide samples before you make your selection and they are well known for providing excellent customer service. Located near Prospect Park East station.
Dog & Bone Tavern
Dog & Bone Tavern provides an unforgettable dining experience, pairing gourmet cuisine with the company of your furry companion. Their spacious outdoor patio is dog-friendly, providing the ideal setting for an enjoyable date night with your furry pal. Their menu boasts delicious options suitable for both humans and pups alike such as Puppy Platter and Bone Appetit Burger!
NoMa pub named after its owner’s water-loving golden retriever offers a varied beverage menu and serves delicious food including steak flatbread, bacon-and-egg cheeseburger and wings. Plus its inviting patio is filled with twinkling fairy lights and greenery – the ideal spot to spend an evening relaxing with friends.
This dog-friendly pub features an expansive backyard garden where both pups and their owners can relax in the sunshine. A popular neighborhood destination, this restaurant has been in business for more than two decades and is known for its classic Irish pub atmosphere and selection of whiskeys and beers from its bar.
District officials had previously enforced strict pet-friendly policies against restaurants and bars that allowed pets on their patios, but in 2017 their policies changed and now permit establishments to tailor their pet-friendly policies as desired. This has resulted in an explosion of new dog-friendly venues such as Pete’s Tavern in Gramercy where customers can order beer, cocktails and even daily Jell-O shots on its patio!