Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Florida

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great American restaurants in Florida that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Yellow Dog Eats
Yellow Dog Eats 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. See Details
Pet Friendly Shaggy's Pensacola Beach
Shaggy's Pensacola Beach 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. See Details
4th Street Fillin Station 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. See Details
Three Birds Tavern 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. See Details
Rick's Reef The grouper sandwich and BBQ sliders are just two menu favorites at Rick's Reef. Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
Sweet Sage Cafe 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. See Details
Yellow Dog Eats 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. See Details
Rock & Brews Rock & Brews is a pet-friendly restaurant serving up casual comfort food in Oviedo, FL. Grab a seat with Fido at an outdoor table on their patio with misters to keep you cool. Four-legged guests can enjoy an item from their dog menu! For pet parents, they offer a variety of American classics, including wings, VIP salads, ribs, burgers and pizza. See Details
Kiki's Sandbar and Grille 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. See Details
Blue Giraffe Blue Giraffe is a casual dog-friendly eatery at Periwinkle Place in Sanibel, FL, where Fido can join you on the outdoor patio for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their menu features island-inspired American cuisine. Breakfast favorites include cinnamon French toast, Fisherman's Benedict, and create your own omelets. For lunch or dinner enjoy nachos, wings, burgers, fresh seafood, sandwiches, fish tacos, and more. See Details
Hurricane Cafe 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. See Details
Marion Street Bistro & Brew House 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. See Details
3 Keys Brewing and Eatery 3 Keys Brewing and Eatery is a dog-friendly, small-batch brewery in Bradenton, FL, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table in the beer garden. Their menu features craft beers and ciders, along with pub-style fare like burgers, sandwiches, pizza, tacos, wings, beer cheese and chips, and more. See Details
Florida Cracker Cafe 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. See Details
M Waterfront Grille 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! See Details
The Brick Restaurant 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. See Details
Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe Blue Parrot Ocean Front Cafe is a fantastic, dog-friendly outdoor cafe in St. George Island, FL, serving surf and turf and a variety of island drinks such as the Sand Blaster and Dreamsicle. Fido can join you for a drink at an outdoor table. See Details
Burdines Waterfront Bar and Grille 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. See Details
Beachside Diner 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. The diner serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner and has something for everyone, from breakfast classics to smash burgers. See Details
Sailor's Return Sailor's Return is a dockside eatery with a nautical theme in Stuart, FL with wicker seating and select dog-friendly patio. This chef-owned eatery features plenty of fresh seafood entrees, steaks, cottage pie, fish & chips, soups, and salads for lunch and dinner, plus Happy Hour specials. Dogs are welcome at select pet-friendly outdoor tables in the Tiki area near the stage for live music. Sailor's Return also boasts 930 ft. of courtesy docking in front of the restaurant, so come by boat! See Details
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