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Dog Friendly American Restaurants in East Lyme, CT

There are 24 pet friendly American restaurants within 20 miles of East Lyme 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 East Lyme. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly RD86 Space

RD86 Space

RD86 Space, located in New London, CT, is a creative eatery that serves up a variety of delicious modern American fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. RD86 Space is open Tuesday through Friday from 4pm to 10pm, Saturday from 10am to 10pm, and Sunday from 10am to 3pm.

Pet Friendly First and South

First and South

First and South

First and South is an intimate bistro in Greenport, NY serving a seasonal menu of New American fare on a dog-friendly outdoor patio.

Engine Room

Engine Room is a dog-friendly restaurant located in Mystic, CT. Dogs are welcome to join their owners in the seasonal outdoor seating area, weather permitting. They serve craft beer, an impressive bourbon selection, and American comfort food in a stylishly rustic setting. Quench that thirst with a cold brew, warm spirit, or refreshing cocktail, then sample a menu that features Cobb salad, steamed mussels, chicken 'n' dumplings, seared local sea scallops, pulled pork sandwiches, dry-aged beef burgers and BBQ glazed slow-smoked beef ribs. Please note it's best to call ahead to confirm their seasonal patio availability.

Hank's Dairy Bar

Hank's Dairy Bar

A fixture in the region since 1957, Hank's Dairy Bar offers a classic American roadside dinner menu that features fried shrimp, lobster rolls, Cajun chicken tenders, chili dogs, burgers, and milkshakes. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables.

Panera Bread

Panera Bread on River Road has five 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.

Five Guys

Old Saybrook, CT

Five Guys, located in Old Saybrook, is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheeseburger - two hand-formed patties grilled to perfection, two strips of bacon, and two slices of American cheese on a soft sesame seed bun, piled high with the toppings of your choice (mayo, lettuce, pickles, grilled onions and mushrooms, relish, jalapenos, hot sauce, and more!) Before you leave, snag one of their hand-spun Milkshakes with your favorite mix-ins (bananas, cherries, coffee, malted milk, Oreo cookies, Oreo cream, bacon, peanut butter, and more!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

David's Place

David's Place, is a dog friendly eatery in the Oakdale area. Order at a walk-up window and enjoy your meal with Fido at an outdoor table. Fried seafood, burgers, sandwiches and ice cream.

Dog Watch Mystic

Dog Watch Mystic

Dog Watch Mystic, located in Stonington, CT, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. 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 Coconut Shrimp served with sweet Thai chili dipping sauce, then chow down on the Smoker Pizza topped with house-smoked brisket, BBQ sauce, bacon, caramelized onions and sharp cheddar. Or go for the Dogwatch Pastrami Sandwich with house-smoked pastrami and homemade whole grain mustard on fresh Jewish rye bread.

Noah's at 63 Main

Noah's at 63 Main

Essex, CT, is home to the pet-friendly Noah's at 63 Main St. This local eatery welcomes pups to unwind beside their owners outside while they overlook the Connecticut River. Start your meal with their hummus of the day, try the blackened salmon for your entree, and finish with their homemade ice cream. Don't forget to pair your lunch or dinner with one of their delicious cocktails.

Dockside Resort Bar

Dockside Resort Bar

Dockside Resort Bar serves delicious tapas style eats and refreshing drinks in a laid-back waterfront setting with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the spacious outside patio. Dockside Resort Bar opens at 4pm Tuesday through Sunday and is closed Mondays.

Front Street Station

Front Street Station

Front Street Station is decorated with seaside Americana style and a sense of nostalgia. Two dog-friendly tables are available on the front porch where you and your pooch can enjoy the charm of downtown Greenport. The menu highlights a classic dishes like crab cakes, steak, sandwiches, and pasta. Front Street Station provides an eclectic list of wine and craft beer. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday 12:00pm to 9:30pm, Friday through Saturday 12:00pm to 11:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 9:00pm.

Fork & Anchor

East Marion, NY

Fork and Anchor, located in East Marion, NY, is a casual delicatessen-style eatery that serves up a variety of delicious dishes. Choose from menu options including breakfast burritos, breakfast sandwiches, bagels, deli sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their few pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Weekender Breakfast Sandwich with local eggs, arugula, and cheddar on buttered ciabatta. Or stop in for lunch and chow down on the Italian Combo with ham, pepperoni, salami, provolone, and spicy pepper spread. Fork and Anchor is open Monday through Friday from 6am to 3pm, Saturday from 6:30am to 4pm, and Sunday from 6:30am to 3pm.

Five Guys

Five Guys, located in Groton, is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheeseburger - two hand-formed patties grilled to perfection, two strips of bacon, and two slices of American cheese on a soft sesame seed bun, piled high with the toppings of your choice (mayo, lettuce, pickles, grilled onions and mushrooms, relish, jalapenos, hot sauce, and more!) Before you leave, snag one of their hand-spun Milkshakes with your favorite mix-ins (bananas, cherries, coffee, malted milk, Oreo cookies, Oreo cream, bacon, peanut butter, and more!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

The Spot Cafe

Bring your pup with you to The Spot Cafe, a dog-friendly tavern in Groton, CT. There is a spacious patio that Fido can join you at. The outdoor tables have umbrellas to keep you shaded in the summer, and fire pits to keep you comfortable on cooler nights! The menu features comfort food like a bacon cheddar burger, buffalo chicken mac and cheese, and shrimp scampi. There is a full bar with 28 beers on tap.

Panera Bread

Panera Bread on Hartford TurnpikE has ten 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.

Mystic Diner & Restaurant

Mystic Diner & Restaurant

The Mystic Diner & Restaurant is a dog-friendly restaurant in Mystic, CT, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Enjoy their popular omelets for breakfast, sandwiches, burgers and Greek specialties for lunch, and seafood specials including their famous New England lobster roll for dinner. Homemade desserts from their in-house baker are also available.

The Village Bistro

The Village Bistro

The Village Bistro is a downtown eatery offering pet-friendly outdoor seating in Chester, CT. Bring Fido along for dinner at one of the six tables on the sidewalk patio. The menu includes charcuterie boards, small plates, salads, pastas, chicken, steak, pork, and seafood entrees. Beer, wine and cocktails are also available.

Rosemary & Sage

Old Saybrook, CT

Rosemary & Sage

Well-behaved dogs are invited to join their two-legged companions at Rosemary & Sage in Old Saybrook, CT. Visitors can sit outside at one of the five pet-friendly tables on the patio for lunch or dinner. Their menu features items like lobster Madeira, ribs and fries, scallops and potatoes, and filet mignon with vegetables.

Jack Rabbit's Burgers, Wings and Things

Old Saybrook, CT

Jack Rabbit's Burgers, Wings and Things

Fido is welcome to join you at one of the five outdoor, pet-friendly tables at Jack Rabbit's Burgers, Wings and Things, an eatery and bar in Old Saybrook, CT. Enjoy lunch and dinner menu items like wings, salads, burgers, hot dogs, fries, and more.

Filomena's

Fido can join you at one of the four tables outside Filomena's, a dog-friendly eatery in Waterford, CT. Menu options include burgers, sandwiches, pasta, steak, seafood and more. Craft cocktails are also served.

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