Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Fairfax, VA

There are 16 pet friendly American restaurants in Fairfax 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 Fairfax. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Lost Dog Cafe Dunn Loring
Lost Dog Cafe Dunn Loring The Original Lost Dog Café has rescued, sponsored and placed hundreds of abandoned and unwanted animals over the past 13 years. See Details
Pet Friendly True Food Kitchen
True Food Kitchen True Food Kitchen believes that eating healthy doesn't mean sacrificing flavor or convenience. You can stop by for a healthful meal with your pup at this location in Fairfax where you will find 15 dog-friendly tables outside on their enclosed patio. The menu includes pizza, salad, sandwiches, bowls, and signature mains like the Grass-Fed Steak Tacos or Poke Bowl. Vegetarians will find plenty to choose from with items like the Brussels Sprout and Wild Mushroom pizza or Red Chili Noodles bowl. They also serve refreshing drinks with superfood juices, smoothies, and kombucha as well as cocktails and wine. See Details
P.J. Skidoos P.J. Skidoos is a dog-friendly American restaurant in Fairfax, VA. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy food and drinks outside on the covered front patio. Along with a full bar, they serve appetizers, wings, salads, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, steak and more. See Details
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a dog-friendly, American restaurant in Fair Oaks Mall where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the covered patio. They also have a dog menu, and pet parents can enjoy items such as goat cheese and pepper jelly dip, cheddar cheese curds, chicken lettuce wraps, rice and noodle bowls, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizza sticks, and chicken, beef, and fish entrees. Be sure to save room for one of their desserts like banana pudding or butter cake! Please note your furry friend will need to remain outside while you request a host. See Details
First Watch First Watch, located in Fairfax, is a casual cafe-style eatery that serves up a variety of delicious dishes. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Chile Chorizo Omelette filled with chorizo, avocado, green chilies, roasted onions, cheddar, Monterey jack, sour cream, and house-made pico de gallo. Or go for the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict - two poached eggs atop toasted ciabatta, topped with wild Alaskan smoked Sockeye salmon, red onion, tomato, and hollandaise, served with lightly dressed organic mixed greens. If you're stopping by for lunch, chow down on the Roast Beef and Havarti Sandwich with roast beef, horseradish Havarti, house-roasted onions, tomato, and lemon-dressed arugula on grilled parmesan-crusted sourdough, served with a side of horseradish sauce. See Details
Main Street Bagel Deli Main Street Bagel Deli is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of menu options. Choose from freshly baked bagels, cream cheese spreads, breakfast sandwiches, gourmet deli sandwiches, salads, wraps, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Pick your choice of bagel (Poppy, Sesame, Salt, Onion, Cheese, Egg, Sundried Tomato, Chocolate Chip, and more) then simply choose a cream cheese spread to go along with it (Veggie, Scallion, Olive, Jalapeno, Wild Berry, Honey Walnut Raisin, etc!) Or chow down on a Roast Beef and Brie sandwich with sliced red onion and horseradish sauce on rye bread. Main Street Bagel Deli is open Tuesday through Friday from 6:30am to 5pm, Saturday from 7am to 5pm, and Sunday from 7am to 4pm. See Details
Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs, located in Fairfax, is a popular deli-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty subs and salads. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Hook and Ladder Sub with smoked turkey, Virginia honey ham, and melted Monterey jack cheese. Order it Fully Involved to get mayo, deli mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion! Or try the New York Steamer Sub with USDA corned beef brisket, pastrami, melted provolone, deli mustard, mayo, and Italian dressing. For something a bit lighter, try the Firehouse Salad with romaine, tomato, bell pepper, cucumber, mozzarella, pepperoncini peppers, and dressing, with your choice of smoked turkey, grilled chicken, or Virginia honey ham. 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
HoneyBaked Ham HoneyBaked Ham, located in Fairfax, 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 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. See Details
Red Apron Red Apron is a locally sourced whole animal butcher that produces small-batch, handcrafted charcuterie, and much more. Along with serving up delicious sandwiches stuffed with fresh meats, you can also fill up your freezer with an assortment of meats. Choose from bacon, pancetta, pastrami, bologna, wild boar pate, beef tenderloin, Mexican chorizo, pork rinds, brisket, lamb loin, and much more. Bring Fido along and snag a seat at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables. Try the Porkstrami Sandwich with pastrami-style pork, mustard aioli, and bacon braised sauerkraut on a sub roll, with a side of Nate's Fries, fried in aged beef fat and seasoned with garlic, salt, and rosemary! Red Apron is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 8pm, Friday from 11am to 9pm, Saturday from 10am to 9pm, and Sunday from 10am to 7pm. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Fairfax Towne Centerhas eight 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
Potbelly Sandwich Shop Potbelly Sandwich Shop, located in Fairfax, is a casual delicatessen-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty noshes. Choose from menu options including soups, salads, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Wreck Sandwich with salami, Angus roast beef, oven-roasted turkey, hickory-smoked ham, melted Swiss, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on multigrain bread. Or go for the Uptown Salad with romaine, iceberg, spinach, all-natural grilled chicken, crumbled bleu cheese, red grapes, apples, dried cranberries, diced red onion, and candied walnuts. Before you leave, grab a shake in your favorite flavor (Vanilla, Chocolate, Coffee, Oreo, Banana, Mixed Berry, Strawberry, and more.) Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
Panera Bread The dog-friendly Panera Bread's eclectic deli/bakery menu includes soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches, and pastries and cookies for dessert. Great place for a light lunch or dinner. Outdoor seating area welcomes dogs. See Details
Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs, located in Fairfax, is a popular deli-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty subs and salads. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Hook and Ladder Sub with smoked turkey, Virginia honey ham, and melted Monterey jack cheese. Order it Fully Involved to get mayo, deli mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion! Or try the New York Steamer Sub with USDA corned beef brisket, pastrami, melted provolone, deli mustard, mayo, and Italian dressing. For something a bit lighter, try the Firehouse Salad with romaine, tomato, bell pepper, cucumber, mozzarella, pepperoncini peppers, and dressing, with your choice of smoked turkey, grilled chicken, or Virginia honey ham. 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
Crafthouse Crafthouse is a dog-friendly pub in Fairfax, VA that serves craft beer and cocktails alongside an extensive food menu. Choose from items like pizza, rice bowls, sandwiches, tacos, burgers and more. You can pair your meal with a cold beer from the rotating tap list or choose a specialty drink like their peach sangria. Dogs are welcome at outside tables. See Details
TGI Fridays TGI Fridays provides a diverse menu with familiar favorites sure to please your whole pack. You can bring Fido to this location on Fair Lakes Promenade Drive in Fairfax where there are five dog-friendly tables outside. The menu items range from wings and salads to burgers and sandwiches. Signature mains include plates like ribs, chicken fingers, salmon, and pasta. The beverage selection is eclectic and refreshing with cocktails and beer as well as non-alcoholic options like smoothies and slushes. See Details
Blue Iguana Blue Iguana is a dog-friendly restaurant in Fairfax, VA where Fido is welcome to join you at the five outdoor tables. The menu features home-style American dining, a full bar, and a Sunday brunch. See Details
Art and Soul Art and Soul in Washington DC is dog friendly! The restaurant features an inventive, Southern-inspired menu and modern cocktails with dog-friendly patio seating. Art & Soul has a dog menu with creatively named items like The Hungry Dawg and Peanut-Banana Pupsicles. The menu for humans features a varied array of delicious options including bacon cheddar cornbread, braised short rib empanadas, seared diver scallops, duck leg confit, and fried Amish chicken. See Details
Logan Tavern Fill up on delicious American comfort grub at this well-loved Logan Circle favorite where dogs are welcome at outdoor tables. Tasty menu options include ginger calamari, baked meatballs, PEI mussels, chipotle fried chicken, shrimp po'boys, bison burgers, and Cajun rubbed salmon. Opens at 11:30am during the week, 10:30am on weekends. See Details
Virtue Feed & Grain Fido can join you at an outdoor table with waterfront views on the patio at the dog-friendly Virtue Feed & Grain in Old Town Alexandria, VA. This restored feed and grain warehouse from the 1800s serves upscale, farm-fresh American pub-fare, has a large bourbon collection and also serves local beers. See Details
Commissary This laid-back neighborhood cafe lends itself well to everything from a cold afternoon beer to a tasty breakfast bite. Delicious menu options include chicken nachos, thin crust pizza, grilled salmon, steak frites, coconut curry stir fry, patty melts, and fish tacos. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables during the summer. Opens daily at 8am. See Details
Fairfax, VA, US