Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Surf City, NJ

There are 2 pet friendly American restaurants in Surf City that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 18 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 Surf City. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Wally's Restaurant
Wally's Restaurant Wally's Restaurant is a dog-friendly American restaurant in Surf City, NC where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table or on the patio. Wally's Restaurant is well-known for providing elevated dishes for all dietary types: gluten-free, vegan, family-friendly, and the like. See Details
Pet Friendly Dio's Cafe
Dio's Cafe Fido is welcome at the covered tables outside Dio's Cafe in Surf City, NJ. This dog-friendly, beach-side eatery serves all meals daily. Menu offerings include breakfast sandwiches, burgers, quesadillas, sandwiches, hoagies, wraps and cheesesteaks. A gluten-free menu with many options is available by request. See Details
Yianni's Cafe Yianni's Cafe offer fresh selections with some inspiration from the Mediterranean. The cafe offers eight dog-friendly tables. Their menu includes an expansive breakfast section featuring fresh smoothies, omelets, and sandwiches. Many of their menu items are gluten free or can be made so upon request. The lunch options range from steak sandwiches and wraps to burgers and quesadillas. Yianni's Cafe in Brigantine is open daily from 6:30am to 4:00pm. See Details
Stone Fire Grille Stone Fire Grille is a restaurant and bar with pet-friendly tables available in good weather so your well-behaved pup can join you for a meal. Their cuisine ranges from seafood and steaks to burgers and pasta. You'll also find bar fare like wings and personal pizzas. Stone Fire Grille hosts weekly events like bar bingo, trivia, pint nights, and more. They are open daily from 12pm to 11pm. See Details
Country Kettle Chowda Country Kettle Chowda is located at the Bay Village outdoor shopping complex where there are plenty of communal, dog-friendly tables. This shop specializes in soups and chowder with hot options like New England clam chowder and lobster bisque. When it's hot out, their cool gazpacho can be a refreshing meal. You can order it in a cup or add to the flavor with one of the bread bowls. Be sure to ask about the soup of the day, too! The entire shopping center is pet-friendly so you and your pooch are welcome to roam around after you eat. Country Kettle Chowda is open daily from 10am to 11pm. See Details
The Pirates Den The Pirates Den is a Brigantine institution with ten dog-friendly tables under their awning. The restaurant is just a short walk from the Brigantine Dog Beach making it a great place to fuel up with Fido before hitting the sand. They offer breakfast, lunch, and dinner along with early bird specials daily from 3:00pm to 5:30pm. Breakfast is served daily until 2:30pm with all the trimmings you could hope for from pancakes and waffles to eggs and pastries. Later in the day, you can chow down on burgers, seafood, steak sandwiches, and Italian favorites. The Pirates Den is open daily from 7:00am to 9:00pm. See Details
Shady Rest Restaurant Dogs are welcome on the outdoor, pet-friendly patio at Shady Rest Restaurant in Bayville, NJ. Enjoy menu options including pasta, seafood, pizza, appetizers, soups, salads and more. They also serve a kids menu. See Details
The Sand Bar at Engleside Inn The dining options at Engleside Inn include The Leeward Room for fine dining, the Engleside Sushi Bar, and the Sand Bar poolside dining. The outdoor seating around the pool offers lots of dog-friendly tables where you can enjoy cocktails, live music, and light bites with Fido. The Sand Bar serves small plates like shrimp poppers and Mexican fries along with salads, sandwiches, burgers, and wraps. There are several vegetarian options on the menu, too. The drink list features fruity favorites like the Milagro Agave Margarita or a frozen drink like the Beach Comber. The Sand Bar opens daily at 11:30am, weather permitting. See Details
Ernest & Son Ernest and Son is a old school meat market specializing in gourmet meats, sandwiches, and grilled dishes. Fido can tag along at their three dog-friendly tables. The lunch menu is available daily from 11am to 2pm. They serve subs, steak sandwiches, salads, cold sandwiches, and burgers. Some of their specials include the corned beef and the turkey breast. They also host a buffet of homemade entrees every weekday. Ernest and Son is open Monday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sunday from 9am to 4pm. See Details
Manhattan Bagel Manhattan Bagel on NJ-72 has two pet-friendly tables outside. You can bring Fido with you to indulge in some bagels baked fresh, in-store, the classic NY-way: boiled and baked. Their menu is made up of freshly baked bagels and cream cheese, coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and more. For lunch, you may want to try one of the signature lunch sandwiches, like the Manhattan cheesesteak on a steak roll, the Empire State Club on multigrain bread, or the Bronx Bomber on a steak roll. For dessert, they offer a whole host of pastries, including a cinnamon twist, apple turnover, crumb cake, and a number of filled croissants. 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
Bella's Bagels and Breakfast Sandwiches Nice bagel/sandwich shop with outdoor seating. Their "half" sandwiches are about six inches and very good! They offered a water bowl for our dog. Close to the each but not too touristy. See Details
Steaks Unlimited Steaks Unlimited, located in Seaside Heights, NJ, is a casual joint serving up delicious dishes. Choose from menu options including sandwiches, burgers, salads, cheesesteaks, chicken and seafood baskets, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their few pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheesesteak topped with hot peppers. Steaks Unlimited is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 3am. See Details
Pine Tar Bar & Grill Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor, dog-friendly table at Pine Tar Bar & Grill in Forked River, NJ. Enjoy options like mac & cheese balls, bacon wrapped shrimp, pizza and salad. They also serve a kids menu and a dessert menu. Be sure to check their Facebook for upcoming events, as they often have Fido Fridays with complimentary treats and water for the pups! See Details
Midway Steak House Midway Steak House, located in Seaside Heights, NJ, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare including fries, steak sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at this pet-friendly joint, as they have a convenient walk-up window. See Details
Kelly's Old Barney Restaurant Kelly's Old Barney Restaurant is a seasonal, pet-friendly restaurant within Barnegat Lighthouse State Park in Barnegat Light, NJ. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables in the backyard with views of the lighthouse. They serve a variety of sandwiches and salads, burgers, clam chowder, fried seafood platters, and more. Breakfast is also served daily. See Details
Beachcomber Bar & Grill Beachcomber Bar & Grill is a restaurant in Seaside Heights, NJ, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of the outdoor dog-friendly tables during the off-season. Menu items include lunch and dinner options like salads, sandwiches, pizza, pasta, sushi and more. Table service is not provided, so Fido must remain outside while you order inside. See Details
Sun Harbor Seafood & Grill The pet-friendly dock at Sun Harbor Seafood & Grill in Barnegat, NJ, is a great spot to view the water with your furry friend. Treat Fido to something off their dog menu, including a burger patty, grilled chicken, and a pup cup. Humans can enjoy fish and chips, coconut shrimp or a crab and shrimp combo. See Details
McGettigan's 19th Hole McGettigan's 19th Hole is a pet-friendly tavern in Galloway, NJ. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy Irish & American eats at one of the picnic tables on the lot patio. Their menu includes fried appetizers, wings, sandwiches, pasta, tacos, burgers, pizza, and more. See Details
Lucille's Luncheonette Lucille's Luncheonette is a pet-friendly eatery in Barnegat, NJ, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of the eight tables outside. Their menu features classic breakfast items served all day, as well as sandwiches, steaks, burgers and more. Please note that table service isn’t available, so Fido will need to wait outside while you place your order inside. See Details
Sunny Hunny Sunny Hunny, located in Seaside Heights, NJ is pet friendly. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four outdoor tables, where he'll be provided with a water bowl for a comfortable experience. Begin your day with a delightful specialty pancake, and return later to savor their Monte Cristo. See Details
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