Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Florida

Self-proclaimed as Jacksonville's elegant, yet casual dining experience, The Brick Restaurant also welcomes Fido on their dog-friendly patio. The varied menu includes seared ahi tuna, jumbo lump crab cakes, kale Caesar salad, wagyu burgers, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, fish tacos, maple glazed salmon, rack of lamb, and slow roasted prime rib.

Nestled in the heart of St. Augustine's historic district, the Florida Cracker Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome at covered outdoor tables. The menu features a mix of fresh, locally inspired seafood, salads, sandwiches and homestyle classics.

Leashed pups can join their owners on the spacious outdoor patio at Yellow Dog Eats in Gotha, FL. Housed in a cozy cottage that feels like home, this dog-friendly restaurant serves a delicious variety of salads, sandwiches, and vegetarian meals. Choose from curried chicken or smoked salmon salads, signature sandwiches like the Hot Diggity Dawg, Black Hound, Classic Mexican Mutt, and Retrievers Roast, plus hearty BBQ sandwiches.

The grouper sandwich and BBQ sliders are just two menu favorites at Rick's Reef. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.

Beachside Diner is a dog-friendly eatery in St. Augustine, FL. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the covered outdoor patio featuring fans and outdoor heaters. Your pup will be lavished with treats and attention, and water bowls are provided. This retro-inspired restaurant serves breakfast and lunch, with dishes such as chicken and waffles, crab and shrimp Benedict, fish tacos, stuffed meatloaf, fish and chips, and house-made burgers. Guests can also enjoy specialty Bloody Marys, mimosas, and spiked coffee drinks.

Yellow Dog Eats is a dog-friendly restaurant in New Smyrna Beach, FL, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. The menu features BBQ and gourmet sandwiches, large salads, burrito bowls, ribs, house smoke salmon and more.

Sweet Sage Cafe in North Redington Beach, FL, is a dog-friendly cafe welcoming Fido in a lovely outside patio setting called Garden of Eatin'. Be sure to request a dog menu so your pup can feast on items like the “French Poodle” toast, “Mutt”loaf or “Beagle” with cream cheese and salmon, served in a doggie dish. For humans, they offer breakfast and lunch items including Eggs Benedict, French toast, wraps, fresh salads, and more. Be sure to try their unique Sage Creations, Waffle Daffle, Dairyberry Crunch, and bruschetta, items the eatery is known for.

Kiki's Sandbar and Grille in Little Torch Key, FL, serves wing, fried oysters, mahi fish tacos, smoked pork chops, and lobster mac and cheese. The waterfront outdoor seating area is dog friendly. Water bowls and a doggie menu are available.

4th Street Fillin Station in Cocoa Beach is a dog-friendly, casual-upscale eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio (heated in cooler weather) for breakfast, lunch or dinner, and even brunch on the weekends. Their chef-inspired menu offers up classic dishes with a twist like the 2AM Burger topped with fries, a fried egg, and firecracker sauce. All of their meats are either slow-smoked on their Big Green Egg or grilled to perfection. Vegan friends and a gluten-free items are available. Along with a full liquor bar that serves handcrafted cocktails, they carry over 175 beers, ciders, and hard waters to choose from with 26 crafts on tap.

Hurricane Cafe is a pet-friendly restaurant in Juno Beach, FL. This great spot by the beach offers a full breakfast, and extensive lunch and dinner menus that include big salads, flatbreads, sandwiches, braised short ribs, and sweet chili roasted salmon. The outdoor seating area welcomes dogs to join their owners near the Atlantic Ocean and the popular dog beach, Juno.

Marion Street Bistro and Brew House in Lake City, FL, is a gastropub with several dog-friendly tables on an enclosed patio, which is heated in the winter to keep you and your leashed pup comfortable. The bistro serves a huge menu of options ranging from seafood and gluten-free items to sandwiches and steaks. Some of the favorites from the menu include the southern style shrimp and grits, the fried seafood basket, and the California Sushi Bowl. The bar offers a wide variety of handcrafted martinis, a diverse selection of cocktails, and a large list of wine and beer.

Backwoods Crossing, located in Tallahassee, FL, is a trendy farm-to-table restaurant that serves up fresh, Southern-style fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. On the menu you’ll find standout items like blue crab corn bisque, black-and-blue boar burgers, soft-shell crab specials, shrimp and grits, and hearty seasonal entrees that reflect the region’s bounty.

Shaggy's Pensacola Beach offers a legit waterfront dining experience on Little Sabine Bay across from the boardwalk in Pensacola Beach, FL. Their outdoor deck seating overlooking the water is pet friendly, and they even have a dog menu! The extensive surf and turf menu features deep south gumbo, crab cake sandwiches, Buffalo chicken melts, shrimp or crawfish baskets, fresh-shucked oysters, and hand-cut ribeye steaks.

Three Birds Tavern in St. Petersburg, FL, is a dog-friendly restaurant set in an century old farmhouse. Fido can join you on the downstairs patio, weather permitting. Enjoy traditional favorites with modern twist: burgers, salmon, salads, mussels, chicken, steak and desserts, all house made.

You and Fido (on leash) can enjoy upscale, chef-driven cuisine at M Waterfront Grille in Naples, FL, with spectacular views and dog-friendly outdoor seating. The menu features shrimp and crab spring rolls, pasta pomodoro, Florida black grouper, braised short rib, and veal Milanese. Don’t miss their popular Yappy Hour on Saturday lunch, where a portion of proceeds benefits a local rescue—perfect for dining out with your pup!

Burdines Waterfront Bar and Grille is a dog-friendly eatery in Marathon, FL, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. Order a fresh fish sandwich or green chile burger while enjoying the casual waterfront atmosphere.

Rock & Brews is a dog-friendly bar and restaurant located in Kissimmee, FL. Fido will love accompanying you to the covered outdoor patio and tucking into a dish from the dog menu. Tasty options for Fido include strips of bacon, a burger patty and grilled chicken. Rock and Brews is well known for great music, a wide variety of beer, and delicious food.

Frescos Southern Kitchen & Bar is a dog-friendly eatery in Lakeland, FL, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the covered patio. Ask for a dog menu with delicious options for canine companions like the Good Boy burger, Hot Diggity Dog and Bark-be-que chicken bowl. Dog owners can choose from breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch choices offering a combination of modern and traditional southern eats.

Happy Tomato Courtyard Cafe & BBQ is a dog-friendly eatery in Fernandina Beach, FL, where Fido can join you at a table on the outside patio. Their menu features fresh salads, deli sandwiches, and some of the best BBQ in the area.

Camille's at Crystal Beach is a dog-friendly restaurant in Destin, FL, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables on the covered patio with water views. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood like shrimp baskets, fish tacos, po’boys, and oysters alongside burgers, sandwiches, and shareable appetizers. The menu also includes tacos, grilled fare, and house specials paired with cold drinks, frozen cocktails, and ice‑cold beer.