Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
There are 8 pet friendly American restaurants in Rancho Santa Margarita 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 Rancho Santa Margarita. Bone appetit!
The Blind Pig
Choose from a contemporary menu of small and large plates featuring chicken croquette, short rib tacos, seared scallops, and skirt steak. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.
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Board & Brew
Board & brew serves a wide variety of specialty sandwiches with names like the Turkado, Tub O' Tuna, and Left Coast Pastrami, plus local craft beer on tap. Patio seating is dog friendly.
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The Stand
The Stand in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, promises American favorites that are redefined and offered at an affordable price. You will find everything you would expect from an American restaurant including burgers, sandwiches, fries, fresh garden salads, and milkshakes, all with new interpretations. The menu includes three vegetarian-friendly burgers and there are four different types of fries to try- "Stand" fries, sweet potato fries, "fire" fries, and chili fries. Complete your meal with craft beer, wine, or a fresh lemonade with Fido by your side.
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In-N-Out Burger
Established in 1948, In-N-Out Burger started life as California's first drive-thru hamburger stand. In-N-Out Burger on Santa Margarita Parkway in Rancho Santa Margarita has eight pet-friendly tables outside. As the name suggests, their kitchen dishes up a number of different burger options, like hamburgers, combos, and cheeseburgers. Their cheeseburger is made up of freshly baked buns, real American cheese, American beef, onions, lettuce, tomato, and spread. The most appropriate way for you and Fido to enjoy your In-N-out experience may be to order your items Animal style. Animal style burgers are smothered in Thousand Island dressing, mustard and extra pickles, while the fries are topped with cheese, spread and grilled onions. You can accompany your burger with freshly cut fries and one of the shakes: made with real ice cream, including chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla. 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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Togo's Sandwiches
Togo's Sandwiches has made a name for itself by offering specialty sandwiches stuffed with fresh ingredients that are sure to please. You can order to go or dine in with your pup at this location in Rancho Santa Margarita on El Paseo where there are three dog-friendly tables. The sandwich selections feature classic deli options, roast beef, turkey, West Coast pastrami, and veggies aplenty. You can choose one of their signatures like the Chicken Salad sandwich or Viva Veggie. You can choose to build your own grinder from their list of breads, cheeses, veggies, meats, and gluten-free options like the bowl. Just remember to bring Fido and a big appetite! Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido will have to wait outside while you order.
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Panera Bread
Panera Bread on Santa Margarita Parkway has twenty 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.
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse is a pet-friendly restaurant in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA. Fido can tag along on their outdoor patio with umbrella-shaded tables for a meal. They offer comfort foods such as pizza, soup, pasta, sandwiches, burgers and more. A full bar is also available.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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H.H. Cotton's
H.H Cotton's has a dog-friendly table outside. This American bar and grill specializes in tavern fare. Located right in the middle of town, their menu is made up of burgers, sandwiches, salads, and a number of small plates. One of the most popular sandwiches on the menu is the brisket pile, smoked brisket, Carolina BBQ, crispy fried onions, roasted jalapenos, brisket jus, and grilled brioche. In addition to the grub, their tap list is extensive and includes a number of IPAs, blonde ales, lagers, and more. H.H Cotton's is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 10:00pm, Friday from 11:30am to 12:00am, Saturday from 10:00am to 12:00am,
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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 Newport Beach where you will find plenty of dog-friendly tables outside. 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.
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Eureka!
Eureka! is a leading family of restaurants that proudly serves only authentic, handmade food with locally sourced produce, all freshly cooked to order. The beverage program features 100% American craft beer, small batch whiskey, house-aged barrels, and specialty cocktails sourced only from artisans throughout America. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.
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Rock & Brews
Rock & Brews offers classic American comfort food, local favorites, and one of the area’s largest selections of international and craft beer. Guests are immersed in a rock-inspired experience with concert lighting, videos of some of the greatest rock concert moments of all time, and a Great Wall of Rock featuring the biggest icons of the genre. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio.
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Haven Gastropub
Great restaurant with an eclectic menu and large beer selection. Dogs are welcome on the outside patio and they have their own menu.
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