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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Des Moines, IA

There are 39 dog-friendly restaurants in Des Moines that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Des Moines. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Smokey Row Coffee

Smokey Row Coffee

Smokey Row Coffee

Smokey Row Coffee on Cottage Grove Avenue has eight pet-friendly outdoor tables where you are welcome to sit with your dog. This coffee shop has a full coffee and espresso bar, with specialty drinks like Hot Fudge Mocha, Snicker Bar Latte, and Mint Mocha. They also offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner options. Stop in early for the Denver Sandwich or the Good Morning Bagel. There are paninis, soups, salads, wraps, and sandwiches including the Smoked Ham Crossaint, Chicken Caesar Bagel, and Malibu-Chicken-ini. For something sweet, there are ice cream floats, sundaes, and shakes. Get the best of both worlds with Java Freeze. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Pet Friendly Snookies Malt Shop

Snookies Malt Shop

Snookies Malt Shop

Snookies Malt Shop welcomes dogs and scoops up tasty desserts that the locals love.

Lua Brewing

Lua Brewing, located in Des Moines, IA, is a dog friendly microbrewery and restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. The menu offers pub favorites like wings, Tempura Mushrooms, burger, cheese steak, fish and chips, fresh salads, avocado toast and more.

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Big Grove Brewery & Tap Room in Des Moines, IA welcomes dogs on the pet-friendly outdoor patio with firepits. Start off with a cold craft beer and an order of crispy cauliflower in your choice of Buffalo, Korean BBQ, or sesame ginger. Next, chow down on the tuna poke bowl or the short rib galette and finish off your meal with some freshly baked cookies.

Felix & Oscars Restaurant

Felix & Oscars Restaurant

Felix and Oscar�s (or F & O�s) is an authentic deep-dish pizza joint also serving up pasta, thin crust pies, appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Bring Fido along to the dog-friendly outdoor seating area and start off with the signature Nasty Fries, smothered with Italian grinder meat, pepper jack cheese, and jalapenos! Then choose from pizza specials like Taco Pizza, Bacon Cheeseburger, and the Oscar: American and mozzarella cheese, ham, pepperoni, bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and house Italian dressing. Don�t miss pasta entrees like the Baked Cavatelli with meatballs or Baked Penne! Felix and Oscar�s is open Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 2:00pm for lunch and 4:00pm to late for dinner, Saturday from 11:00am to late, and Sunday from 9:00am to late.

Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure

Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure

Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure is a funky, artsy spot for coffee, tea, breakfast, and baked goods in Des Moines. Dogs are welcome at front benches or on the patio during summer months. Try classic espresso beverages or the signature Cafe Zanzibar with steamed milk, whipped cream, and cinnamon sprinkles, or go for a seasonal special like Hand-Squeezed Rose Lemonade. Plenty of tea choices are available as well, plus breakfast entrees like the Linda Special toast topped with cream cheese, onions, and melted cheese. Under no circumstances are dogs allowed inside. Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure is open Monday through Saturday from 6:30am to 7:00pm and Sunday from 8:00am to 6:00pm.

Noodles & Company

Noodles & Company

Noodles & Company on Douglas Avenue has five pet-friendly tables where you are welcome to dine with your dog. Noodles & Company has noodle and pasta dishes with an international flare. You can get Asian dishes like Japanese Pan Noodles, Italian bowls including Spaghetti and Meatballs, and comfort food meals like Wisconsin Mac and Cheese. Most of the entrees can be made gluten-free. Salads, soups, and shareable items including Korean BBQ Meatballs, Potstickers, and Cheesy Garlic Bread. Check out the rotating specials and you might find Buffalo Mac and Cheese and Pasta Fresca. Bringing the kids with your too? No problem. Noodles & Company has kids meals. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up while you go inside to order.

Clyde's Fine Diner

Clyde's Fine Diner

Clyde's Fine Diner in Des Moines, IA, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Clyde's serves upscale American cuisine, reimagined diner classics, craft cocktails and more.

Tasty Tacos

Tasty Tacos keeps it simple with a menu full of Mexican staples sure to please any crowd. This location in Des Moines provides two dog-friendly tables so you can bring Fido. From tacos and enchiladas to burritos and tostadas, there's something on the menu for everyone. You'll find classic combinations with beans, steak, pork, chili, and chicken on your favorite dish. There are plenty of snacks to munch on, too, like the cheese bites or jalapeno poppers. Purists should check out their flour tacos with fluffy, homemade tortillas. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

St. Kilda

St. Kilda is a dog-friendly cafe in Des Moines, IA. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the sidewalk patio. The Australian-style eatery serves breakfast and lunch all day with ample choices. There are several types of coffee available as well as cocktails, wine, juices, smoothies, etc.

Palmer's Deli & Market

Palmer's Deli & Market

Palmer's Deli & Market in Des Moines, IA, has ten pet-friendly outdoor tables so you can bring Fido along. This local eatery serves breakfast, lunch, and pick-me-ups with coffee and pastries to get you through the day. You can get omelets, egg sandwiches, fruit, oatmeal and more in the morning. In the afternoon, they offer specialty sandwiches like the Apple Orchard, Market Turkey, and Deli Stack. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog must be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Blue Sushi Sake Grill

Blue Sushi Sake Grill is a dog-friendly Japanese restaurant in Des Moines, IA. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the patio. The eatery has traditional and creative sushi options for sushi newbies and pros, including vegan choices. A huge list of sake, cocktails, martinis, beer, and hot teas is available.

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

Zombie Burger + Drink Lab

Located in downtown Des Moines, IA, is Zombie Burger + Drink Lab, a restaurant famous for its inventive flavor combos in a "post-apocalyptic chic" setting. Their dog-friendly sidewalk patio lets you bring Fido to your dining experience. Try one of their burgers like the Army of Darkness, They're Coming To Get You, Barbara, Dawn of the Dead, or Poultrygeist. Don't forget to add one of their delicious shakes to your meal!

Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen has a drive thru and outdoor tables where you can enjoy a hamburger, hot dog or dipped cone with Fido. Just no chocolate on his!

South Union Bread Cafe

South Union Bread Cafe

South Union Bread Cafe is a delicatessen serving up scratch-made salads and soups, plus sandwiches on artisan breads. Bring Fido along to three dog-friendly outdoor tables and choose from daily specials like Meatball Subs on Monday or Italian Beef on Fridays! Everyday signatures like Sarah's Revenge with bacon, roast beef, mozzarella, red onion, sauteed bell pepper and onions, and horseradish sauce on focaccia are available as well, plus specialty salads and a custom salad bar. Don't miss the Potato Pepperjack Cheese Soup! South Union Bread Cafe is open Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 2:00pm.

Friedrichs Coffee

Friedrichs Coffee

Friedrichs Coffee, located in Des Moines, is a specialty coffee roastery that serves up delicious brews in a variety of flavors. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a cup of joe! Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Tasty Tacos

Tasty Tacos keeps it simple with a menu full of Mexican staples sure to please any crowd. This location in Des Moines provides three dog-friendly tables so you can bring Fido. From tacos and enchiladas to burritos and tostadas, there's something on the menu for everyone. You'll find classic combinations with beans, steak, pork, chili, and chicken on your favorite dish. There are plenty of snacks to munch on, too, like the cheese bites or jalapeno poppers. Purists should check out their flour tacos with fluffy, homemade tortillas. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

Bruegger's Bagels

Bruegger's Bagels

Bruegger's Bagels is a dog-friendly eatery serving a comprehensive menu of healthy choices for breakfast and lunch. Visitors to Des Moines with Fido in tow and a craving for a preservative-free bagel, can head to one of Bruegger's four outdoor tables to dig in. The eatery's menu is made up of bagels and cream cheese, salads, signature soups, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and coffee drinks. Diners with a sweet tooth can indulge in a Cheesecake Brownie, Cranberry Orange Nut Muffin, or Oatmeal Raisin Pecan Cookie.

Michael's Pizza

Michael's Pizza

Michael's Pizza is a traditional pizzeria serving up custom pies, specialties, salads, pasta choices, and other staples. Though the Des Moines location focuses primarily on takeout, two dog-friendly tables outside are perfect for Fido! Choose from specials like Pizza Blanco with mushrooms, caramelized onions, roasted garlic, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, and alfredo sauce or Michael's Favorite with red sauce, Italian sausage, red onion, mozzarella, parmesan, and gorgonzola. Of course, you can always create your own pie, or just go for pasta dishes like Chicken Alfredo and Basil Pesto Pasta. Michael's Pizza is open 11:00am to 2:00pm and 4:00 to 10:00pm Tuesday through Saturday and 4:00 to 9:00pm on Sunday.

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Fuzzy's Taco Shop

Fuzzy's Taco Shop is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant in Des Moines, Iowa. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. Have a "breakfast whenever" dish or choose from a Mexican plate, nachos, quesadillas, salads, or burrito bowls.

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