Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Gastonia, NC

Hickory Tavern has a large patio where you and your four-legged friends can enjoy a menu of burgers, wings, seafood, and steaks. Always cold beers and delicious desserts available.

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Hooters

Gastonia, NC

Hooters

Hooters, located in Gastonia, is a well-known bar and eatery that offers up an array of tasty pub grub served by the famed Hooters Girls. Choose from menu options including appetizers, wings, salads, sandwiches, tacos, burgers, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Tex Mex Nachos - fresh chips topped with cheese, chili, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, jalapenos, sour cream, and zesty chipotle sauce. Next, chow down on the Baja Fish Tacos with grilled or crispy fish, pico de gallo, fresh cabbage, and special sauce. Or go for the Texas Cheesesteak Sandwich with steak, sauteed onions, green peppers, mushrooms, provolone cheese, queso, Daytona Beach sauce, pico de gallo, and sliced jalapenos!

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McAlister's Deli

Gastonia, NC

McAlister's Deli

McAlister's Deli is a dog-friendly restaurant on Cox Rd. This deli has four 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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Schlotzsky's

Gastonia, NC

Schlotzsky's

Schlotzsky's, located in Gastonia, is a well-known delicatessen that serves up delicious salads, wraps, flatbreads, sandwiches, pizzas, and more! Fido is welcome to join you at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Deluxe Original Sandwich with smoked ham, Genoa and Cotto salami, melted cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, black olives, red onion, lettuce, tomato, mustard, and signature dressing on a toasted sourdough bun. Or go for the Tuscan Sandwich with hand-carved turkey, provolone, Swiss, bacon, chipotle pesto, cilantro, roasted red peppers, chipotle mayo, avocado, field greens, and tomato on ciabatta. For something a bit lighter, go for the Margherita Artisan Flatbread topped with sundried tomato pesto, fresh basil, roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and balsamic reduction. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog to the table while you go inside to order.

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HoneyBaked Ham

Gastonia, NC

HoneyBaked Ham

HoneyBaked Ham, located in Gastonia, 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.

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Firehouse Subs

Gastonia, NC

Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs, located in Gastonia, 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.

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Cook Out

Gastonia, NC

Cook Out

Cook Out is a dog-friendly restaurant serving fresh, never frozen hamburgers to Gastonia locals and tourists alike. Visitors to Cook Out can head to one of its six outdoor tables to indulge in a milkshake alongside Fido. The restaurant's menu is made up of hot dogs, bbq, burgers, chicken dishes, corn dogs, quesadillas, hushpuppies, fries, and more. Forty plus premium milkshakes are available to top off your meal in flavors such as Peanut Butter Banana, Hi-C Punch, Chocolate Cobbler, and Reese's Cup. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

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Panera Bread

Gastonia, NC

Panera Bread

Panera Bread on E Franklin Boulevard 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. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

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Lotus Bar & Eatery

Gastonia, NC

Lotus Bar & Eatery

Lotus Bar & Eatery, located in Gastonia, NC, is a stylish joint 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. Lotus Bar & Eatery is open Monday from 4:30pm to 10pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 11am to 2:30pm, then 4:30pm to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 2:30pm, then 4:30pm to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 11am to 3pm, then 4:30pm to 10pm.

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Hobo's

Fort Mill, SC

Hobo's

Hobo's delivers juicy burgers, sweet shakes, and refreshing craft beer. Other menu favorites include fried grouper bites, cobb salads, and chicken and waffles sandwiches. Outdoor deck seating is dog friendly.

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Nellie's Southern Kitchen

Belmont, NC

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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The String Bean

Belmont, NC

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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Crafty Burg'r

Cornelius, NC

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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238 Cherokee Grill

Kings Mountain, NC

238 Cherokee Grill

238 Cherokee Grill serves up a variety of menu options including starters, soups, salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pork, fish, chicken, steak, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables (weather permitting) while you enjoy your meal. Start with an order of Cherokee Wings - your choice of fried or smoked wings tossed in your choice of sauce (mild, hot, diablo, BBQ, polynesian, sweet chili, jerk sauce, old bay, and more) served hot and crispy with a side of celery and ranch or bleu cheese dressing. Next, bite into the Reuben Burger topped with corned beef, housemade sauerkraut, whole grain mustard, thousand island dressing, and Swiss cheese. 238 Cherokee Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm.

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Safari Miles

Denver, NC

Safari Miles

If you're looking for a great place for a delicious meal, check out Safari Miles, which has eight pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a meal on a beautiful day. Safari Miles features fresh ingredients, including seafood and the finest USDA choice beef, so make sure to ask about the daily food and drink specials. Try ordering Miles' Sizzling Prime Rib- prime rib with roasted garlic and rubbed in Cajun seasoning with au jus. Check the calendar before you plan to go- Safari Miles features live music some nights, which you won't want to miss.

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Towne Tavern at Fort Mill

Fort Mill, SC

Towne Tavern at Fort Mill

Towne Tavern at Fort Mill, located in Fort Mill, SC, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious pub grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Pub Pickles and Peppers - breaded dill pickle chips and jalapeno peppers, served with creamy ranch dip. Next, chow down on the All American Grilled Cheese Sandwich with American and provolone cheese, bacon, and tomato. Or go for the Grilled Steak Salad - field greens topped with marinated flank steak, tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, and seasoned potato shavings. Towne Tavern at Fort Mill is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 12am, and Sunday from 11am to 10pm.

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Mayworth's Public House

Cramerton, NC

Mayworth's Public House

If you're looking for a great place to go for lunch or dinner, check out dog-friendly Mayworth's Public House, which has pet-friendly outdoor tables on their covered patio where you and your dog can enjoy a meal. Mayworth's is an upscale pub using the very finest and freshest ingredients to make delicious meals, made to order. Try one of the burgers, build your own salad, or get an order of deluxe mac and cheese. Make sure to pair your meal with one of Mayworth's craft, draft, and local beers. Check out the weekly events and specials!

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Crafty Burger N' Tap

Denver, NC

Crafty Burger N' Tap

Crafty Burger N' Tap, located in Denver, NC, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious American fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Avocado Bites, lightly breaded and served with Boom Boom sauce. Next, chow down on the Bacon Jam Burg'r topped with bacon jam, bacon, smoked gouda, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Or go for the Hot Pepper Veggie Burg'r - an in-house-made veggie burger topped with roasted peppers, jalapenos, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onions, and red pepper mayo.

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Peninsula Prime

Cornelius, NC

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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Culver's

Fort Mill, SC

Culver's

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Fort Mill locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

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