Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Merrillville, IN

There are 3 pet friendly American restaurants in Merrillville that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 27 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 Merrillville. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Hooters
Hooters Hooters, located in Merrillville, 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! See Details
Pet Friendly Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Potbelly Sandwich Shop Potbelly Sandwich Shop, located in Merrillville, 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 eleven 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.) See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Merrillville 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. See Details
Craft House There are seven outdoor tables where you can sit with your pup at the dog-friendly Craft House. This American pub has seventeen craft beers on tap and over fifty craft bottles. Previous guests recommend the Craft House's Prime Rib which you can get in a sandwich or an entree. There are quite a few other entrees including the Boursin Chicken and Grilled Fresh Salmon. Burgers and sandwiches are also available like the Sriracha Chicken Wrap and Pulled Pork Sliders. See Details
Third Coast Spice Cafe Fido is welcome at an outdoor table during the summer season at the dog-friendly Third Coast Spice Cafe in Chesterton, IN. This breakfast and lunch cafe serves omelets, scrambles, pancakes, burgers, hot and cold sandwiches, and burritos. See Details
Flamingo Pizza of Miller Flamingo Pizza of Miller is a dog friendly, neighborhood bar and grill where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Their menu features hand-tossed, stone-baked pizzas, fresh salads, local craft beers and more. Patio and in-house dining available for 21 and over only. Closed on Monday and Tuesday. See Details
Trailyard Trailyard is a dog-friendly American restaurant in Valparaiso, IN, which has spacious patio seating for you and Fido. The large menu features a variety of dishes such as smoked salmon dip, maple bourbon wings, Asian sticky ribs, lake trout, and Trailyard's homemade chipotle-bacon sausage. Draft beer, cocktails, wine and a choice of spirits are also offered. See Details
Set 'Em Up Set 'Em Up is a restaurant attached to a bowling alley located in Griffith, IN. Fido is welcome to join you on the outside patio. This dog-friendly eatery offers pub fare, burgers, nachos and more. You can fill up on the Catfish Dinner or keep it light with the Southwest Fajita Salad. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a popular fast-food chain offering burgers and frozen custard with dog-friendly seating available outside. Enjoy tasty offerings like butterburgers, Wisconsin cheese curds, chili cheddar fries, root beer floats, chopped steak, and Buffalo chicken tenders. Open daily 10am to 10pm. See Details
Danny Z's Grub & Pub Located in the Pavilion on 45th in Munster Indiana, Danny Z’s is bringing a new classy look to the sports bar scene. Serving lunch and dinner, Danny Z’s offers a wide variety of menu options, such as appetizers, soups & salads, sandwiches, burgers, and much more. The pet-friendly patio is covered and heated. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Crete 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. See Details
Five Guys Five Guys, located in Munster, 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. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Valparaiso 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. See Details
Culver's Culver's on West Lincoln Highway in Schererville, IN, has dog-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring Fido along. This fast-food chain restaurant is known for signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard. The menu also offers Wisconsin cheese curds, premium chicken dishes, beef pot roast sandwiches, chili, fresh salads, North Atlantic cod, butterfly jumbo shrimp and more. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to leash your dog alone outside while you go in to order. See Details
Boz's Hot Dogs Boz's Hot Dogs is a family owned and operated, dog-friendly eatery. Visitors to Boz's wanting to dine alongside their canine can do so at one of the hot dog shop's four outdoor picnic tables. The shop's menu includes a variety of hot dogs, sausages, bratwursts, sandwiches, Mexican dishes, sides, candy bars and Hostess Cakes. Unique dishes include the Boz NachoDog and the Bozito with Chili and Cheese. This location of Boz's Hot Dogs is open Monday through Friday from 10:30am to 5:00pm and Saturday from 11:00am to 4:00pm. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Portage 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. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Laporte Avenue 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. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on US-41has 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. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Five Guys Five Guys, located in Schererville, 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. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Lansing 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. See Details
Merrillville, IN, US