Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Salem, SC

There are 23 pet friendly American restaurants within 20 miles of Salem 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 Salem. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Blue Bike Cafe
Blue Bike Cafe Blue Bike Cafe is a casual, dog-friendly restaurant in Highlands, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of six outdoor tables for breakfast or lunch. Ask for the dog menu! The eatery is located in Creekside Village Shops near Hutchison Founder’s Park. Their menu features classic American burgers, sandwiches and salads in addition to an “all-day” breakfast. Before leaving, be sure to check out the Blue Bike merchandise, from jellies and jams, to coffee mugs and t-shirts, and also Amity Brother’s Coffee, who roasts the custom blend of Ethiopian and Colombian coffee that is served daily at the Blue Bike. See Details
Pet Friendly Cornucopia
Cornucopia With a name like Cornucopia, there is no shortage of menu offerings. Outdoor seating in back allows dogs. Staff will bring out bowls of water if you ask nicely. See Details
Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro serves up American cuisine with a cajun/creole twist. Choose from menu options like starters, soups, salads, poultry, seafood, steak, schnitzel, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables (outdoor seating opens late spring/early summer) while you enjoy an appetizer of Hand Breaded Fried Brie with a cranberry walnut compote, a lemon dijon vinaigrette, and crostini. Later, try the Venison au Poivre - venison tenderloin wrapped in applewood smoked bacon with montrachet rosti potato and lingonberry demi glace. Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro is open Wednesday through Monday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. See Details
Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge is a dog-friendly southern-style restaurant in Highlands, NC. Your well-behaved, leashed dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. Try their Crawfish cakes, croquettes, and shrimp ceviche while you're there! See Details
World Class Cheeseburgers World Class Cheeseburgers is a locally-owned and operated American restaurant serving cooked-to-order plates in Seneca, SC. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables while you hang out and enjoy your meal. See Details
Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm Located on the 138-acre grounds of Chattooga Belle Farm and distillery, the dog-friendly Belle's Bistro serves light lunch fare in a casual, bucolic atmosphere. A simple menu of tasty delights features hummus and pita, cheese plates, black eyed pea salad, chili, turkey apple sandwiches, and grass-fed Black Angus beef bacon herb burgers. Help wash down the goodness with iced tea, homemade lemonade, Chattooga Belle Farm wine by the glass or bottle, and domestic beer and hard cider. Dog owners must call ahead to secure outdoor seating is available. Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm is open seasonally April until October from 11am to 2pm Tuesday through Sunday and is closed Mondays See Details
Groucho's Deli Groucho's Deli, located in Clemson, is a well-known deli-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty soups, salads, and sandwiches. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Apollo Dipper Sandwich with hot ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese, served with your choice of Formula '45' or Danish bleu dip. Or go for the White Moose Sandwich with turkey, provolone cheese, fresh lettuce, and Groucho's famous Formula '45' sauce on a soft seeded roll. For something a bit lighter, try the Angel Salad with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, green leaf salad mix, and fresh turkey. 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
Wild Thyme Gourmet Wild Thyme Gourmet provides a sophisticated menu and extensive wine selection in an upscale environment with dog-friendly patio seating, weather permitting. Delicious dishes include black bean burgers, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp and sea scallops, bacon-wrapped quail, double cut pork chops, and ricotta ravioli. See Details
The Fix Fido is invited to the dog-friendly patio outside The Fix, an American restaurant in Sapphire, NC. The Fix opens in the evening on weekdays and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at weekends. Guests can choose from a large selection of dishes including Fix's signature Appalachian Benedict, Hen of The Woods Mushroom toast, and a Black & Blue Bibb Wedge salad. Gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian choices are available. See Details
SlopeSide Tavern Located at the base of the ski slope on the Sapphire Valley Resort, SlopeSide Tavern is a casual American restaurant with a pet-friendly patio. See Details
Lakeside Restaurant Located in Highlands, NC, Lakeside Restaurant serves up a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, pork, seafood, poultry, beef, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with a crisp glass of wine and an order of Cornmeal Dusted Fried Oysters with chipotle remoulade, crispy bacon, and garden greens. Later, tuck into the Shrimp and Grits with jalapeno cheddar grits, chorizo, mushrooms, tomatoes, bacon, and herb blanc de blanc. Lakeside Restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 10:30pm. See Details
Pot Belly Deli Pot Belly Deli is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 7:00pm, and Saturday through Sunday from 9:00am to 4:00pm. This small eatery serves up American-style food in a casual atmosphere. Choose from menu breakfast options like breakfast burritos and sandwiches, bagels, pastries, and more. For lunch your options include salads, hot or cold sandwiches, build-your-own, and more. Let Fido tag along for the day and grab a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor picnic tables. Try a Seven-Ten Split, with ham, turkey, swiss and cheddar on a sub roll with lettuce, tomato, onion, mayonnaise, mustard and oil and vinegar! See Details
Schlotzsky's Schlotzsky's, located in Seneca, 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 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. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
Burning Brick Tavern Burning Brick Tavern serves classic American pub grub in a casual hole in the wall eatery with dog-friendly outside seating in the heart of downtown Pickens. Patrons can feast on menu favorites like potato skins, crab cake salad, turkey BLT wraps, reubens, kickin' chicken sandwiches, bacon chili cheeseburgers, popcorn shrimp, crunchy fried wings, and for dessert, churros and Oreo cheesecake. Complement the meal with house wine, draft or bottled beer, and signature cocktails. Outdoor tables are limited, so call ahead to ensure seating with Fido is available. Burning Brick Tavern is open from 11am to 11pm Monday through Thursday, 11am to 2am Friday, 3pm to midnight Saturday, and is closed Sundays. See Details
McAlister's Deli McAlister's Deli is a dog-friendly restaurant on Tiger Blvd. This deli has six 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. See Details
Panthertown Cafe Panthertown Cafe serves locally sourced breakfast and lunch dishes in Lake Toxaway, NC. Dogs are permitted to join guests at outdoor tables. See Details
Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs, located in Seneca, 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
Copper River Grill Copper River Grill, located in Seneca, SC, is a casual American chain that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
The Zookeeper Bistro Dogs are welcome at two outdoor tables at this cafe. The Zookeeper Bistro serves omelets, eggs Benedicts, pancakes, and oatmeal for breakfast. At lunch, menu items include french onion soup, Asian chop salad, crab cake salad, slices of quiche with fruit, veggie wrap, club sandwich, and chicken tenders. The Zookeeper Bistro is open for breakfast and lunch Tuesday - Saturday 7:30am - 2pm, Sunday Brunch 8am - 2pm?. See Details
Rails 133 Rails 133 restaurant in Central, SC, has umbrella covered outdoor seating for Fido and a classic southern menu. This restaurant hosts musicians outdoors in the summer, is open for lunch and dinner, and features a "meat and three" lunch menu that changes regularly. Check their Facebook page for daily features and meat and three options. See Details
Salem, SC, US