Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Mission Viejo, CA

There are 12 pet friendly American restaurants in Mission Viejo 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 Mission Viejo. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Bravo Burgers Mission Viejo
Bravo Burgers Mission Viejo Bravo offers burgers, burritos, and a bounty of breakfast options. Spacious patio is dog friendly. See Details
Pet Friendly TK Burgers
TK Burgers TK Burgers, located in Mission Viejo, CA, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of American grub. Choose from menu options including salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their ten pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Cheeseburger topped with house-made secret sauce, pickles, lettuce, tomato, onions, seasoning, and American cheese on a bun. Or go for the Ahi Steak Sandwich with lemon, seasonings, green bell peppers, lettuce, tomato, red onions, and house-made special sauce on a bun. TK Burgers is open Sunday through Thursday from 7am to 9pm, and Friday through Saturday from 7am to 10pm. See Details
Jersey Mike's Subs Since 1956, Jersey Mike's Subs has been serving authentic East Coast-style subs on freshly baked bread. At this location on Marguerite Pkwy, you and Fido can choose one of the pet-friendly tables outside. Their menu includes a number of hot sandwiches, such as Jersey Mike's Famous Philly: grilled onions, peppers and melted white American cheese; meatball and cheese, melted provolone, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese; or the big kahuna cheese steak, grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms, jalapenos, and extra melted white American cheese. If you'd rather cut down on the carb's, why not try a grilled veggie wrap: grilled green bell peppers and onions, melted swiss and provolone, lettuce, tomato, and homestyle ranch dressing. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Islands Islands is a dog-friendly restaurant that offers nine outside. Located on Crown Valley Parkway in Mission Viejo, this island-inspired eatery offers an extensive menu at Islands is made up of pub grub and American fare. According to their chefs, thirty-five years of grilling leads to tastefully crafted burgers, such as the Sriracha Smack Burger: sriracha cream cheese, soy-sriracha glaze, applewood smoked bacon, pickled peppers, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, and onion. All of the burgers on the menu are served with an endless side of fresh cut Island fries. Alternatively, you may want to sink your spoon into one of the beach bowls, like the chicken hoisin bowl or grilled fish hoisin bowl. See Details
High Park Tap House High Park is a pet-friendly taphouse in Mission Viejo, CA offering a dog-friendly patio and curbside dining. Fido can order a meal from the Lucky Dog menu with a choice of the Mother Clucker or Holy Cow, and Bowser Dog Beer is available for thirsty pups. Reservations are suggested, and social distancing and mask guidelines are enforced. See Details
Beach Hut Deli Beach Hut Deli is a dog-friendly spot to find artfully crafted sandwiches and libations featuring local ingredients. Visitors to Mission Viejo craving a sandwich piled high with pastrami, avocado, bacon, and cream cheese, can head to one of the Deli's six outdoor tables to dig into a Santa Cruz sandwich alongside Fido. Beach Hut's menu is made up of Beach Munchies such as nachos, pasta and potato salad, and hot dogs, hot and cold sandwiches, salads, breakfast items, and more. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Ruby's Diner Ruby's Diner on Crown Valley Parkway has ten pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your pup along. Ruby's Diner has classic diner food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stop in early for their popular Cinnamon French Toast Combo, Deluxe Corned Beef and Hash, or Ruby's Butcher Block Omelet. For lunch and dinner, the menu is full of sandwiches, salads, soups, and entrees like Shrimp and Chips, Chicken Tenders Dinner, and Seafood Combo. If you are looking for something light, Ruby's Diner has options on all their menus including De-lite-ful Chinese Chicken Salad and Vegwich. Those with sweet a tooth will be in luck as Ruby's Diner has over a twenty shakes and other desserts. See Details
Five Guys Five Guys, located in Mission Viejo, 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 three 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
Ruby's Diner Ruby's Diner on The Shops Boulevard has eight pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your pup along. Ruby's Diner has classic diner food for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stop in early for their popular Cinnamon French Toast Combo, Deluxe Corned Beef and Hash, or Ruby's Butcher Block Omelet. For lunch and dinner, the menu is full of sandwiches, salads, soups, and entrees like Shrimp and Chips, Chicken Tenders Dinner, and Seafood Combo. If you are looking for something light, Ruby's Diner has options on all their menus including De-lite-ful Chinese Chicken Salad and Vegwich. Those with sweet a tooth will be in luck as Ruby's Diner has over a twenty shakes and other desserts. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Marguerite Parkway has seven 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
Paul's Pantry Paul's Pantry is a pet-friendly establishment in Mission Viejo, CA. Your leashed pup can join you at one of their outdoor tables for a meal. Start your morning with cinnamon roll French toast and return for a taco salad or avocado burger. See Details
O'Neill's Bar & Grill O'Neill's Bar & Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant at Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club‎ in Mission Viejo, CA. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy food and drinks outside on the spacious patio overlooking the golf course. Along with a full bar, they serve salads, sandwiches, quesadillas, steak, seafood, ribs and more. See Details
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is dog friendly! With locations across California, Texas, and Nevada, Lazy Dog Cafe is a dog-themed eatery with cozy surroundings, dog-friendly outdoor seating, and an eclectic menu of hearty American eats. Lazy Dog Cafe will give your dog a bowl of water and even offers a dog menu that includes a choice of a grilled hamburger patty or a grilled chicken breast served with brown rice! See Details
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is dog friendly! With locations across California, Texas, and Nevada, Lazy Dog Cafe is a dog-themed eatery with cozy surroundings, dog-friendly outdoor seating, and an eclectic menu of hearty American eats. Lazy Dog Cafe will give your dog a bowl of water and even offers a dog menu that includes a choice of a grilled hamburger patty or a grilled chicken breast served with brown rice! See Details
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar With locations across California, Texas, and Nevada, Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in Irvine is a dog-themed eatery with cozy surroundings, dog-friendly seating, and an eclectic menu of hearty American eats. Menu favorites include campfire pot roast, BBQ baby back ribs, three-cheese pizza, fish tacos, chicken parmesan, sweet and spicy shrimp, and fettuccine Alfredo. See Details
Great Maple Great Maple, located in Newport Beach in Orange County, is a dog-friendly restaurant that serves up modern American cuisine. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables and dine from the dog menu while you eat. The Pup Menu includes the Protein Pup (a chopped boiled egg), Puppy Patty (a hamburger slider patty), and Bacon, Bacon, Bacon! (by the slice). If you're stopping by for brunch, order yourself the House Smoked Beef Brisket Hash with beef brisket, new potatoes, smoked bacon, onions, charred kale, cherry tomatoes, red piquillo pepper hollandaise, and two poached eggs on grilled bread. See Details
Kitchen in the Canyon Kitchen in the Canyon in Laguna Beach, CA, is a casual, dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for breakfast and lunch. Featuring delicious pastries, soups, sandwiches and specialty salads, their menu focuses on healthy California fare. See Details
The Alley Menu includes burgers, chicken picatta, and lamb shank. Dog-friendly patio with a special doggie menu. See Details
Citrus City Grille Citrus City Grille's dog-friendly patio seating is the perfect spot for lunch or dinner when you're in the mood for eclectic Californian fare. Menu includes grilled octopus, crab cakes, vegetable spring rolls, seared rare yellow fin tuna, Chilean bass, pot roast, rack of lamb, six cheese ravioli, and wild shrimp scampi. Opens at 3pm daily. See Details
Schwack Beach Grill Schwack Beach Grill, located in Dana Point, CA, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a myriad 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 a cold beer and an order of the Gnarly Nachos - house-made chips topped with grilled chicken, black beans, spicy Schwack queso, shredded cheese, grilled jalapenos, and sour cream. Next, chow down on the Island Chick Sandwich with hoisin BBQ sauce, Swiss cheese, tomato, Asian slaw, and grilled pineapple. Or go for the Seared Ahi Tuna Salad - spring and romaine mix topped with seared rare Ahi tuna, marinated red onions, fresh orange slices, crispy wontons, and ginger vinaigrette. Schwack Beach Grill is open daily from 8am to 9pm. See Details
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