Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Cornelius, NC

There are 10 pet friendly American restaurants in Cornelius 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 Cornelius. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Crafty Burg'r
Crafty Burg'r
If you like burgers, you've love Crafty Burg'r, which has several pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a delicious meal on a beautiful day. Crafty prides themselves on providing extremely fresh burgers- the meat is ground daily, the buns are freshly baked, and the sides are all prepared and cooked in-house. Build your own burger or try one of the specialty burgers like the Mac n' Cheese Burg'r or the Rolling Hills of Carolina Burg'r, topped with chili, cheese, slaw, bustard, and onions. Pair it all with one of Crafty's beer and wine selections.
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Pet Friendly Mac's Speed Shop
Mac's Speed Shop
Mac's Speed Shop is a dog-friendly restaurant in Cornelius, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. They menu features BBQ, burgers, beer and more.
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Pet Friendly McAlister's Deli
McAlister's Deli
McAlister's Deli is a dog-friendly restaurant on W Catawba Ave. This deli has eight tables outside for dogs and their owners. Their chefs are proud to serve food prepared with fresh ingredients made to order. The crafted sandwiches on the menu are the specialty of the kitchen. Meat eaters can indulge in the McAlister's Club, the King Club, horseradish roast beef and cheddar, garden fresh turkey, or the black cherry and ham sandwich. Vegetarians can indulge in their new veggie sandwich or the four cheese griller, a mom-made favorite prepared their way. If you like the sound of ginormous spuds, you can order one of their topped potatoes instead, like the black Angus roast beef spud. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside.
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Pet Friendly Peninsula Prime
Peninsula Prime
Peninsula Prime is a dog-friendly restaurant in Cornelius, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the beautiful patio. The menu features perfectly-cooked steaks and fresh seafood with options like jumbo lump crab cakes, bar steak and fries, and sirloin burgers. Their menu changes daily to reflect the locally sourced, seasonal ingredients used in dishes.
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Pet Friendly Fresh Chef Kitchen
Fresh Chef Kitchen
If you're looking for a delicious and healthy meal, try Fresh Chef Kitchen, which has several pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a meal on a beautiful day. They serve salads, wraps, sandwiches, pastas, and more, and a lot of their food has a Cajun twist. Try the Cajun trout or signature shrimp and grits, or go for one of the meal sized salads topped with your choice of grilled meat. Fresh Chef Kitchen uses fresh ingredients to bring you the best meal possible.
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Pet Friendly HoneyBaked Ham
HoneyBaked Ham
HoneyBaked Ham, located in Cornelius, is a well-known eatery that serves up delicatessen-style dishes. Choose from menu options including soups, salads, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Ham and Turkey Pesto Sandwich with ham, roasted turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pesto aioli on multigrain flatbread. Or go for the Ham Classic with ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, savory mayo, and hickory honey mustard on a flaky croissant. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.
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Pet Friendly 131 Main
131 Main
131 Main is a pet-friendly eatery serving refined New American cuisine in Cornelius, NC. Your pup is welcome to join you at one of the six outdoor tables on their patio, which features fire pits. Their lunch and dinner menus include items such as Thai steak salad, prime rib sandwiches, classic cheeseburgers and southern shrimp and grits. There is also a wine, beer and cocktail menu.
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Pet Friendly Tenders
Tenders
If you love chicken, you'll be sure to love Tenders, which has ten pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a delicious meal on a beautiful day. They use all natural, hormone free chicken which has never been frozen, as well as hand-cut fries, homemade dressings and sauces, and the very freshest ingredients available to create a fresh and tasty meal. Try the classic chicken tenders, either grilled or fried, or go for an order of nuggets or a chicken sandwich. Pair it all with a delicious milkshake!
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Pet Friendly Jersey Mike's Subs
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 Torrence Chapel Road, 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.
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Pet Friendly Barrel and Fork
Barrel and Fork
Barrel and Fork is a restaurant in downtown Cornelius, NC. They offer one specific dog-friendly table for you and Fido, but please call ahead. With a commitment to quality, their menu evolves with the seasons, showcasing fresh ingredients and complemented by a selection of unique specialty cocktails.
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Pet Friendly Nellie's Southern Kitchen
Nellie's Southern Kitchen
Dogs are welcome at several tables at this Southern restaurant in Belmont. Nellie's Southern Kitchen serves Southern comfort food for lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Start with an appetizer order of biscuits and gravy to share (they are available anytime!). For the main course, choose from chicken n' dumplins, meatloaf with mashed ""taters"" and green bean casserole, or fried chicken with four-cheese mac and maple chili roasted winter veggies. Nellie's Southern Kitchen is open Monday - Saturday 11am - 10pm, Sunday 10am - 3pm."
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Pet Friendly Hickory Tavern Gastonia
Hickory Tavern Gastonia
Hickory Tavern in Gastonia, NC, is a casual sports bar and restaurant serving American fare. Fido is welcome on the outdoor patio. They menu includes burgers, wings, sandwiches, seafood, steaks, salads, appetizers, and desserts, along with a selection of beer and cocktails.
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Pet Friendly The String Bean
The String Bean
The String Bean is a dog-friendly eatery in Belmont, NC. Try the Duck Fat Fries and a Pesto Burger, have a beer from their fantastic selection, and maybe even enjoy a live band by the outdoor fireplaces. Fido is welcome to pull up a seat at one of the outside tables.
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Pet Friendly Crafty Burger N' Tap
Crafty Burger N' Tap
Crafty Burger N' Tap in Denver, NC, offers casual American dining with a pet-friendly patio. Enjoy Avocado Bites and choose between the Bacon Jam Burg'r or the Hot Pepper Veggie Burg'r. The outdoor area is covered.
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Pet Friendly 44 Mills Kitchen & Tap
44 Mills Kitchen & Tap
44 Mills Kitchen & Tap is a dog-friendly restaurant in Concord, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the patio. The menu features roasted salmon, seared chicken, burgers, wraps and more.
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Pet Friendly Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar pays homage to Southern culinary traditions with a menu full of classic dishes and modern spins on old favorites. Fido can join you on the patio that has 20 dog-friendly tables; be sure to request a dog menu! The menu features sandwiches, salads, snacks, and mains for any palate. Entrees include decadent dishes like the cauliflower steak, sweet tea roasted chicken, or shrimp and grits. Brunch is a popular affair with popular dishes like the Appalachian Breakfast or Red Flannel Hash. Don't miss out on the drink menu with craft cocktails, mimosas, wine and beer.
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Pet Friendly 300 East
300 East
Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables at this family-owned casual dining restaurant in Dilworth. 300 East serves creative eclectic American cuisine in a fun and quirky setting. Menu items include toasted quinoa and kale salad, Asian tuna burger, lump crab cakes, shrimp and grits, and pimento cheese with crackers. You may also find homemade dog treats on the menu!
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Pet Friendly Leroy Fox South End
Leroy Fox South End
If you love chicken, you're sure to love Leroy Fox South End, which has several pet-friendly outdoor tables on its covered patio where you and your dog can enjoy a tasty treat. Leroy Fox specializes in fried chicken made with all-natural, hormone-free, fresh chicken. Get a basket of their classic chicken fingers, a fried chicken salad, sandwich, or 1/4 (white or dark meat) plate with a side like mac n' cheese or grits. If you don't like poultry, they also serve fresh seafood dishes, grass-fed beef burgers and meatloaf, and local vegetables. Pair your meal with one of their signature cocktails or a glass of iced sweet tea.
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Pet Friendly Moo & Brew
Moo & Brew
Moo & Brew is a pet-friendly restaurant in Charlotte, NC. Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. Enjoy burgers, fries, salads, cocktails and over 40 beers on tap. They also serve dessert, non-alcoholic drinks and vegetarian options.
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Pet Friendly Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
Bad Daddy's Burger Bar
Delicious burgers and salads with build your own options. Only eight outside tables, but very welcoming to dogs on leashes, and will bring water out for them as well.
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