Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Carlsbad, CA

There are 14 pet friendly American restaurants in Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Dini's by the Sea
Dini's by the Sea Views of the sunset stun at this American bar & grill. Classic dishes and seafood served daily. Dogs are welcome on our outdoor seating. See Details
Pet Friendly Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe
Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe Leashed dogs are welcome on the large patio outside Village Kitchen & Pie Shoppe in Carlsbad, CA. This pet-friendly, family-owned and operated eatery serves a variety of options for breakfast, lunch and dinner, including sandwiches, salads and burgers. They also have a wide array of cream pies, fruit pies and more. See Details
Swami's Cafe Carlsbad Swami's Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant in Carlsbad, CA, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch. In the morning diners can enjoy items like three-egg omelets, breakfast burritos, buttermilk pancakes and egg benedicts. Lunch options include a variety of fresh salads and sandwiches, mole enchiladas, Indian curry with tofu, chicken quesadillas, burgers and more. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are also available. See Details
Burger Lounge Modern and unique burgers made with natural ingredients. Dogs are welcome on our outdoor seating. See Details
Board & Brew Board & Brew is a dog-friendly restaurant serving specialty sandwiches and craft beer to Carlsbad locals and tourists alike. The restaurant offers a lot of outdoor tables to dog owners with Fido in tow wanting to dig into a Vegi Supreme piled high with cheddar and jack cheese, cucumber, mayo, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, sprouts, and avocado. Board and Brew's menu is made up of specialty and grilled sandwiches such as Tub O' Tuna, Italian Sub, a Baja Wrap, and Chicken Club, as well as, soups, salads, and build your own meals. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
In-N-Out Burger Established in 1948, In-N-Out Burger started life as California's first drive-thru hamburger stand. In-N-Out Burger on Avenida Encinas in Carlsbad has eight pet-friendly tables outside. As the name suggests, their kitchen dishes up a number of different burger options, like hamburgers, combos, and cheeseburgers. Their cheeseburger is made up of freshly baked buns, real American cheese, American beef, onions, lettuce, tomato, and spread. The most appropriate way for you and Fido to enjoy your In-N-out experience may be to order your items Animal style. Animal style burgers are smothered in Thousand Island dressing, mustard and extra pickles, while the fries are topped with cheese, spread and grilled onions. You can accompany your burger with freshly cut fries and one of the shakes: made with real ice cream, including chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Ruby's Diner This national retro 1950s era diner chain offers classic American breakfast, lunch, and dinner fare in a clean, accommodating setting with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Popular menu choices include Denver omelettes, cinnamon roll French toast, clam chowder, chicken tenders, bacon cheeseburgers, and shrimp and chips. Open daily 7am to 9pm. See Details
Jay's Gourmet Jay's Gourmet serves a little bit of everything from specialty pizzas and seafood to pasta and sandwiches. Fido can join you for a meal at their four dog-friendly tables. The restaurant has a casual, neighborhood feel which complements their menu options of familiar fare. The pizza selection offers custom pies and gourmet options like the Jay's Seafood pizza which comes with shrimp, scallops, clams, salmon, garlic, and basil. Jay's also serves a variety of beer and wine to round out your meal. Jay's Gourmet is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:30pm and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm. See Details
Jersey Mike's Subs Since 1956, Jersey Mike's Subs has been serving authentic East Coast-style subs on freshly baked bread. At this location on El Camino Real, you and Fido can choose one of the pet-friendly tables outside. Their menu includes a number of hot sandwiches, such as Jersey Mike's Famous Philly: grilled onions, peppers and melted white American cheese; meatball and cheese, melted provolone, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese; or the big kahuna cheese steak, grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms, jalapenos, and extra melted white American cheese. If you'd rather cut down on the carb's, why not try a grilled veggie wrap: grilled green bell peppers and onions, melted swiss and provolone, lettuce, tomato, and homestyle ranch dressing. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Bushfire Kitchen Bushfire Kitchen serves a variety of fresh and natural meats in a stylish and relaxed setting that offers dog-friendly outdoor seating. Popular menu options include BBQ braised pork, panang chicken curry, chipotle braised short rib, and brisket burgers. Dogs are welcome to join their owners at outside tables. Bushfire is open from 11am to 9pm seven days a week. See Details
Board & Brew Board & Brew is a dog-friendly restaurant serving specialty sandwiches and craft beer to Carlsbad locals and tourists alike. The restaurant offers a lot of outdoor tables to dog owners with Fido in tow wanting to dig into a Vegi Supreme piled high with cheddar and jack cheese, cucumber, mayo, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, sprouts, and avocado. Board and Brew's menu is made up of specialty and grilled sandwiches such as Tub O' Tuna, Italian Sub, a Baja Wrap, and Chicken Club, as well as, soups, salads, and build your own meals. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Calle Barcelonahas twenty pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Shorehouse Kitchen Shorehouse Kitchen is a dog-friendly restaurant in Carlsbad, CA, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table and even gets his own menu! The Doggie Menu includes items like grilled chicken with scrambled eggs and spinach, a beef patty, eggs with bacon, and honey-cured bacon. Dog owners can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner with items like eggs Benedict, buttermilk pancakes, fish and chips, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more. Cocktails, coffee, beer and wine are also available. See Details
The Compass The Compass offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in Carlsbad, CA. Bring Fido along while you enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the six tables on the porch. Their menu includes shareables, sandwiches & wraps, burgers, pastas, seafood, steak, salads, and more. See Details
Burger Bench Located in historic downtown Escondido, Burger Bench offers a menu consisting of salads, burgers, sliders, grilled cheese sandwiches, and hand-mixed shakes, 20 craft beers on tap, and a heated outdoor patio that is dog friendly. See Details
Stratford at the Harbor Stratford at the Harbor is a dog-friendly restaurant in Oceanside, CA, where Fido can join you at a table on the patio overlooking the harbor. The eatery serves both breakfast and lunch with items like omelets, corned beef hash, cinnamon bacon pancakes, fresh fish, burgers and sandwiches. Vegetarian options are available. See Details
Shorehouse Kitchen This La Jolla breakfast and lunch favorite sets a high bar with its variety of healthy doggy meals. Pups chow down on organic and free-range fare from Shorehouse Kitchen's dog menu in 3 outdoor seating areas while humans choose from eggs Benedict (multiple variations), pork carnitas chilaquiles, mango pancakes with guava syrup, caramelized vanilla bean French toast and other popular options. See Details
Eureka! Awesome burgers and a great selection of beer. Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
Local Tap House & Kitchen American cuisine in coastal Oceanside. Expansive dog-friendly outdoor patio. See Details
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens is a dog-friendly restaurant and brewery in Escondido, CA. They serve an eclectic menu crafted with small-farm produce, plus an extensive craft beer and wine selection. Leashed pets are welcome to join you at tables in the outdoor seating area of this location. See Details
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