Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Cullowhee, NC

There’s 1 pet friendly American restaurant in Cullowhee that welcomes dogs at their outdoor tables, and 25 more nearby. 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 Cullowhee. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Rodgers Bros
Rodgers Bros Rodgers Bros offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in Cullowhee, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy food and drinks at one of the tables on the covered patio, which features heaters in cooler months. Their menu includes fried appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, chicken and more. By request, you can also treat your pup to a cup of whipped cream! See Details
Pet Friendly Motor Company Grill
Motor Company Grill Motor Company Grill is a popular dog-friendly restaurant in downtown Franklin, NC, where Fido can join you on the outdoor patio. The 1950s-themed diner has a great selection of burgers, appetizers, entrees, and desserts, plus a soda fountain serving milkshakes and ice cream. Be sure to order Fido something off of their dog menu! See Details
Foragers Canteen Foragers Canteen, located in Dillsboro, NC, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of tasty, farm-to-table grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Crispy Cluckin' Chips - crispy chicken skin with salt, pepper, and sumac, served with pimento cheese sauce. Next, chow down on the Coastal Car Hopper Taco with grilled or fried wild Mahi Mahi, pineapple slaw, lime crema, cilantro, and cheddar cheese. Or go for the Back Porch Burger topped with house-made pimento cheese, house-peppered bacon, a fried green tomato, and bibb lettuce on a house brioche bun. Foragers Canteen is open Monday from 4pm to 9pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm. See Details
Blue Bike Cafe Blue Bike Cafe is a casual, dog-friendly restaurant in Highlands, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of six outdoor tables for breakfast or lunch. Ask for the dog menu! The eatery is located in Creekside Village Shops near Hutchison Founder’s Park. Their menu features classic American burgers, sandwiches and salads in addition to an “all-day” breakfast. Before leaving, be sure to check out the Blue Bike merchandise, from jellies and jams, to coffee mugs and t-shirts, and also Amity Brother’s Coffee, who roasts the custom blend of Ethiopian and Colombian coffee that is served daily at the Blue Bike. See Details
Church Street Depot Church Street Depot is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am to 8:00pm, and according to locals, they serve up the best burgers around. Bring Fido along as you visit this "build-your-own-burger" joint, and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from options like basic Angus patties, chuck and brisket patties, turkey burgers, and grass-fed patties. Topping choices include mayo, mustard, onion, pickled jalapenos, spicy mustard, cheese options, sauteed spinach, roasted red peppers, bleu cheese, a fried egg, and much more. Try the local favorite Palmetto Burger prepared with your choice of patty, topped with pickled jalapenos, and a housemade smoked pimiento cheese! See Details
Cornucopia With a name like Cornucopia, there is no shortage of menu offerings. Outdoor seating in back allows dogs. Staff will bring out bowls of water if you ask nicely. See Details
Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro serves up American cuisine with a cajun/creole twist. Choose from menu options like starters, soups, salads, poultry, seafood, steak, schnitzel, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables (outdoor seating opens late spring/early summer) while you enjoy an appetizer of Hand Breaded Fried Brie with a cranberry walnut compote, a lemon dijon vinaigrette, and crostini. Later, try the Venison au Poivre - venison tenderloin wrapped in applewood smoked bacon with montrachet rosti potato and lingonberry demi glace. Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro is open Wednesday through Monday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. See Details
Haywood 209 Cafe Haywood 209 Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant local to Waynesville, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table at the outdoor seating space. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this restaurant serves traditional American classic dishes, hearty breakfasts, seafood and meat specials, as well as home-made desserts and baked goods. See Details
Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge is a dog-friendly southern-style restaurant in Highlands, NC. Your well-behaved, leashed dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. Try their Crawfish cakes, croquettes, and shrimp ceviche while you're there! See Details
Lulu's on Main Lulu's on Main is a dog friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This small eatery offers a variety of International menu options including French onion soup, hummus, salads, noodle dishes, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options are available, as well! Be sure to save some room for one of their desserts like a vanilla bean creme brulee or chocolate lava brownie. See Details
CJ's Grille Located in the heart of Bryson City, NC, CJ's Grille is a family-friendly restaurant with a full bar located across the street from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly covered deck. See Details
Native Brews Tap & Grill Native Brews Tap & Grill is a Native American woman-owned restaurant in the heart of Cherokee, NC serving local cuisine and classic favorites. Their beverage menu includes beer, hard seltzer, spiced ale and spirits. Dogs are allowed at outdoor tables. See Details
Maggie Valley Sandwich Shop Maggie Valley Sandwich Shop, located in Maggie Valley, NC, is a small sandwich shop that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their handful of pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
The Fix Fido is invited to the dog-friendly patio outside The Fix, an American restaurant in Sapphire, NC. The Fix opens in the evening on weekdays and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at weekends. Guests can choose from a large selection of dishes including Fix's signature Appalachian Benedict, Hen of The Woods Mushroom toast, and a Black & Blue Bibb Wedge salad. Gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian choices are available. See Details
SlopeSide Tavern Located at the base of the ski slope on the Sapphire Valley Resort, SlopeSide Tavern is a casual American restaurant with a pet-friendly patio. See Details
Boojum Brewery Taproom Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Boojum Brewery Taproom, located in the shadow of the Smoky Mountains in Waynesville, NC. Your pup is welcome to join you at a table on their shaded patio. Some of their featured craft beers include Hop Fiend, King of the Mountain and Little River. They also offer an extensive food menu, with items such as ahi tuna nachos, The Estate Burger, hot honey fried chicken and Korean BBQ tacos. See Details
J.R. Chophouse J.R. Chophouse is a pet-friendly restaurant in Franklin, NC, where your leashed pup is welcome to dine with you at a table on their outdoor patio. They even have a dog menu for Fido. Enjoy their selection of succulent seafood dishes and steak entrees along with a cocktail or pint of craft beer. See Details
Wild Thyme Gourmet Wild Thyme Gourmet provides a sophisticated menu and extensive wine selection in an upscale environment with dog-friendly patio seating, weather permitting. Delicious dishes include black bean burgers, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp and sea scallops, bacon-wrapped quail, double cut pork chops, and ricotta ravioli. See Details
Lakeside Restaurant Located in Highlands, NC, Lakeside Restaurant serves up a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, pork, seafood, poultry, beef, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with a crisp glass of wine and an order of Cornmeal Dusted Fried Oysters with chipotle remoulade, crispy bacon, and garden greens. Later, tuck into the Shrimp and Grits with jalapeno cheddar grits, chorizo, mushrooms, tomatoes, bacon, and herb blanc de blanc. Lakeside Restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 10:30pm. See Details
The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop Dogs are welcome at four outdoor tables at The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop. You'll need to leave Fido outside while you order and pay inside, so plan accordingly. The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop serves warm soups and chili in sourdough bread bowls, hot and cold sandwiches, and crisp greens topped with a scoop of tuna salad, egg salad, or chicken salad. Save room for a homemade ice cream sandwich! The Filling Station & Deli is open Monday - Saturday 11am - 4pm. See Details
Cullowhee, NC, US