Dog Friendly Restaurants Near JVL Airport

Rock County Brewing Company is a dog-friendly nano-brewery located in the historic Carriage Works in downtown Janesville, WI. You can bring your pup to their outdoor space, which is separated from the sidewalk, while you enjoy their hand-crafted brews in small batches. They also offer a selection of wines and cocktails to complement their pretzels and homemade pizza—availability can be checked on their website.

A&W Root Beer Drive-In is a dog-friendly restaurant serving made-to-order American fare to Janesville locals and tourists alike. The restaurant offers one outdoor table to dog owners wanting to sip on a frosty mug of Root Beer alongside Fido. Certain A and W locations have a carhop service, allowing guests to sit in their car to enjoy their meal. A and W's menu includes burgers, hot dogs, chicken dishes, sides such as Cheese Curds, Onion Rings, Chili Cheese Fries, and signature sauces. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in its Famous Floats, Polar Swirls, Freeze, Shakes, Sundaes, and Signature Soft Serve.

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Janesville locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Frostie Freeze is a dog-friendly ice cream shop in Janesville, WI that welcomes leashed dogs at outdoor tables. The menu features items such as soft-serve ice cream cones, sundaes, slushies, Frostie bars and banana splits.

Barkley's Dawgy Dugout has a small patio open to 'Members' and their doggies; you and Fido can sit at a table, eat, and relax together. Please call ahead to find out details about becoming a member. Table service isn't offered, so Fido will need wait outside while you order and pick up your food. The menu includes loaded nachos, fish tacos, burgers, Chicago dawgs, bratwurst, fish fry, and pizza.

The Thirsty Badger Bar and Grill hosts four dog-friendly tables on the patio. You can check out their craft beers on tap or dive into some tasty bar bites. The menu features steak, fish, grilled cheeses, wraps, pizza, burgers, and sandwiches with plenty of options for vegetarians. There are multiple dishes with reduced gluten, too. The bar offers beverages beyond beer with a small selection of wine and a full assortment of liquor for your favorite cocktail. Don't forget to check out their page for upcoming events like live bands or bingo. The Thirsty Badger is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 2:00am, Friday through Saturday from 10:00am to 2:30am, and Sunday from 10:00am to 2:00am.