Dog Friendly Bakeries in North Carolina

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 bakeries in North Carolina that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe
Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe Sweet and savory "handcrafted edibles" are the Well-Bred Bakery's specialty. Conveniently nestled in historic Biltmore Village, the pet-friendly Asheville Well-Bred is the second location to go along with the original in Weaverville, North Carolina. Yummy pastries, delectable cakes, gourmet croissant sandwiches, fresh salads, and a variety of roasted coffees are proof that the mouth-watering menu has something for everyone. Fido can join in on the fun at one of the cafe's outdoor patio tables. See Details
Pet Friendly Hole Doughnuts
Hole Doughnuts Hole Doughnuts, located in Asheville, NC, is a unique, made-to-order doughnut shop that serves up a variety of delicious sweet treats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor picnic tables while you indulge your sweet tooth (pups must be tied outside while you run inside to order). Hold Doughnuts uses seasonal, locally-sourced ingredients to create their masterpieces, with varying options ranging from Toasted Almond Sesame Cinnamon, Cocoa Rub, Rye, Tequila-Lime, and more! Hole Doughnuts is open Sunday through Monday from 7:30am to 2pm, and Wednesday through Saturday from 7:30am to 2pm. See Details
French Broad Chocolate Lounge Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables at this handmade chocolate shop serving coffee and desserts. French Broad Chocolate Lounge in Asheville serves locally churned ice cream, locally brewed beers, drinking chocolate, and regionally roasted coffee. Menu items include chocolate truffles, brownies, flourless chocolate cake, and caramels. Table service is not available so Fido will need to wait outside while you order inside. See Details
Camino Bakery Camino Bakery is a cozy, dog-friendly coffeehouse and bakery serve up fresh pastries, cakes, sandwiches, quiche, foccaccia, and more, as well as some truly unique coffee and tea concoctions. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you sip on Lavender Iced Chai with chai, cinnamon, lavender, and milk. Or for something more refreshing, try the Elderflower Spritzer with San Pellegrino, lime, mint and elderflower. Table service is not available so Fido will need to wait outside while you go in to order. See Details
Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe The original Well-Bred Bakery & Cafe is located just ten minutes north of Asheville in the quaint town of Weaverville, North Carolina. Sample everything from chocolate mousse, coconut cream pie, chicken salad croissant sandwiches, and organic French roast coffee. Be it lunch, dinner, dessert, or a light snack, the Well-Bred Bakery can satisfy most appetites. With plenty of dog-friendly outdoor seating available, this award-winning cafe is a perfect spot to bring Fido. See Details
La Dolce Vita Bakery Dogs are welcome at four outdoor tables at this coffee shop. La Dolce Vita Bakery serves coffee and espresso drinks alongside baked goods and gelato. La Dolce Vita Bakery is open Monday - Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm, Thursday - Friday 7:30am - 8pm, Saturday 8am - 8pm, Sunday 8:30am - 6pm. See Details
Pine Scone Cafe Pine Scone Cafe, located in Pinehurst, NC, is a small bakery that serves up freshly prepared scones on the daily. Choose from a variety of sweet and savory flavors like Apricot Almond, Cinnamon Chip, Cranberry Lemon, Maple Pecan, Cheddar Jalapeno, Blueberry White Chocolate, Spinach Scallion Parmesan Cheese, and many more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your treat. Pine Scone Cafe is opn Monday through Friday from 6:00am to 4:00pm, Saturday from 7:00am to 4:00pm, and Sunday from 8:00am to 2:00pm. See Details
West End Bakery & Cafe A West Asheville staple for over 15 years, West End Bakery & Cafe offers fresh-baked goods in a warm and welcoming environment with dog-friendly outdoor seating. In addition to several varieties of daily breads, the cafe menu features cinnamon rolls, scones, muffins, sausage biscuits, bagels with cream cheese, homemade soups, crisp salads, and hot and cold signature sandwiches. See Details
Flat Rock Village Bakery Flat Rock Village Bakery is a great place for wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches, soups, salads, and fresh breads/pastries. The outdoor deck is very dog-friendly. Superb coffee, too. See Details
Fractured Prune Doughnuts Fractured Prune Doughnuts, located in Surf City, is a doughnut shop that serves up made-to-order doughnuts in a nearly infinite number of flavors and combinations! Choose from over thirty glazes and toppings, to create your own masterpiece, or simply choose from their list of Specialty Doughnuts. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you indulge your sweet tooth. Choose from flavors like Banana Cream Pie, Blackberry Cobbler, Caramel Bliss, Margarita, S'Mores, and more! Try the Morning Buzz with mocha glaze and cookie crumbs. Or go for the Green With Envy topped with mint glaze and mini chocolate chips. 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
La Farm Bakery This is a great little bakery, The owner is from France, and the food is wonderful. The sandwiches are great on homemade breads. Lots of pastries and breads to eat there or take home too. Wonderful coffee. They have a nice outdoor eating area that is dog friendly. Staff very nice, service is quick. Not sure of their exact hours, but know they open at breakfast and stay open most of the day. See Details
Old Europe Pastries Old Europe Pastries, located in Asheville, NC, is a casual bakery and cafe that serves up delicious caffeinated beverages, pastries, baked goods, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your day. Try a slice of the Espresso Godiva Cheesecake - dark espresso brownie crust layered with traditional vanilla cheesecake topped with a Godiva liquor-infused chocolate mousse. Old Europe Pastries is open Sunday through Thursday from 7am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 7am to 12am. See Details
Maxie B's Bakery & Dessert Café Maxie B's Bakery & Dessert Café is a quaint, dog-friendly bakery and cafe where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on their patio. Choose from a wide variety of decadent treats, including layer and fruity cakes, cupcakes, pies, cookies, brownies, and bars, plus special doggie delights just for Fido. See Details
Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe, located in Buxton, NC, is a casual joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including breakfast sandwiches, burritos, cakes, pastries, muffins, donuts, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your day. Orange Blossom Bakery & Cafe is open daily from 6:30am to 11pm. See Details
Sugar Island Bakery Sugar Island Bakery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 3:30pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. This family-owned-and-operated eatery offers a variety of sweet treats crafted with local ingredients including cakes, cupcakes, pies, jam bars, pound cakes, cookies, coffee concoctions, and more. Let Fido tag along with you to this pet friendly establishment! He is more than welcome to come inside with you while you place your order,then you can find a seat at one of their pet-friendly tables outdoors. Try their Vodka Raspberry cake - a vanilla bean cake filled with raspberry jam and frosted with raspberry vodka frosting. See Details
Duck Donuts Duck Donuts, located at N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, is a unique joint that serves up made-to-order donuts along with a variety of menu options including coffee, sandwiches, sundaes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their benches while you indulge your sweet tooth. Try the Maple Bacon Donut topped with maple icing, bacon pieces, and a raspberry drizzle. Or go for the Vanilla Coconut topped with vanilla icing, shredded coconut, and a hot fudge drizzle. For something a bit more savory, chow down on the Bacon Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich! 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
Bracken Mountain Bakery Dogs are welcome at one outdoor table at this organic bakery located in Brevard. Bracken Mountain Bakery specializes in crusty European-style breads, pastries, croissants, scones, muffins, flatbreads, and espresso drinks. Stop by for a chocolate chip cookie or a sandwich, just leave Fido outside when you order and pay. Bracken Mountain Bakery is open Tuesday - Friday 7:30am - 5pm, Saturday 8am - 5pm. See Details
Filo Dogs are welcome four outdoor tables at this bakery cafe. Filo serves fresh breads, beignets, pastries, and hand-made chocolates, Greek desserts, and a variety of coffee and tea drinks. At lunch, personal pizzas, hummus, tabouli, spanokopita, quiche, chicken salad, soup, and Greek yogurt are available. Stop in for those late night cravings, too! Filo is open Monday - Friday 7am - midnight, Saturday 8am - midnight, Sunday 8am - 5pm. See Details
Local Lion Local Lion in Boone, NC, is a dog friendly coffee shop where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table or drive-thru. Their menu features an espresso bar with a variety of specialty drinks, and homemade doughnuts with glazes, jams, and custard fillings made fresh daily. See Details
The Peppered Cupcake The Peppered Cupcake is open Sunday through Monday from 10:00am to 6:00pm, and Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00am to 9:00pm. This gourmet cupcakery located in downtown Wilmington serves up delicious and unique flavor combinations that patrons rave about. Choose from options ranging from Turtle (flaky brownie cake with vanilla buttercream frosting, fresh caramel, fresh ganache, and spicy pecans) to the TPC (a vanilla cupcake topped with green pepper jelly and jalapenos). Fido is more than welcome to join you as you inhale your sweet and spicy treat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor benches. Don't worry about getting addicted to these delicious cakes, as they now offer shipping! See Details
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