Dog Friendly Bars & Pubs in Washington, DC

There are 57 pet friendly bars & pubs in Washington 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 Washington. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Hook Hall
Hook Hall Situated in the heart of Washington, DC, Hook Hall is a traditional tavern and event space. It is a place you go to enjoy a cold beer and catch up with friends, or to find the latest epic pop-up experience. It’s a space designed to transform and transition throughout the day. Fido is welcome to join you at this pet-friendly joint while you enjoy your evening. See Details
Pet Friendly Shaw's Tavern
Shaw's Tavern Shaw's Tavern, located in Washington, DC, is a casual yet trendy gastropub that serves up a variety of tasty grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Fried Green Tomatoes with goat cheese and remoulade. Next, chow down on the Heidenberger topped with Swiss cheese, Shaw's slaw, sauteed onions, and Thousand Island dressing. Or go for the Braised Short Rib Mac and Cheese - red wine-braised short rib, broccolini, and tomato on a bed of smoked gouda mac and cheese. Shaw's Tavern is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 12am, and Saturday through Sunday from 10am to 12am. See Details
Penn Quarter Sports Tavern Dogs are welcome at more than fifteen outdoor tables at this DC sports bar. Penn Quarter Sports Tavern serves cold beer and pub grub to fans watching sports on large TVs on the patio. Popular menu items include burgers, shrimp tacos, tater tots, and chicken wings. Penn Quarter Sports Tavern is open daily 11am until 2am. See Details
Gordon Biersch Brewery Gordon Biersch Brewery, located in Washington, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of tasty grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their ten pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Southwest Nachos - crispy wonton chips topped with black beans, cheddar, pepper jack, Marzen cheddar sauce, pico de gallo, red onions, cilantro, and smoked paprika-jalapeno ranch. Next, chow down on the Housemade Tacos - three soft flour tortillas filled with pepper jack cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo, Cajun remoulade, and your choice of lobster, shrimp, or Cajun fish, served with either garlic fries or your choice of side. Or go for the Gastro Pub Burger topped with housemade bacon jam, bleu cheese sauce, mixed greens, tomato, gorgonzola cheese, and caramelized onions. See Details
Wunder Garten Wunder Garten, located in Washington, DC, is a fun-filled German-style beer garden that serves up a variety of tasty craft beer. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a cold brew and play some lawn games with friends and family! (Wunder Garten reserves the right to ask dogs to leave if they misbehave.) Also, please note that dogs are not permitted during special events, including Oktoberfest and Fruhlingsfest. See Details
Red Bear Brewing Co Red Bear Brewing Co is a dog-friendly brewery and restaurant located in Washington, DC. Fido is welcome to join you at an umbrella-shaded table on the outdoor patio. Alongside a tasty selection of craft beer, visitors can enjoy a selection of shareable appetizers, burgers and sandwiches. See Details
Solace Outpost Fido is welcome at an outdoor table on the patio at the dog-friendly Solace Outpost in Washington, DC. The menu features a variety of burgers, tots topped with delicious toppings, healthy salad and quinoa bowls, brats, beer-batter onion rings, and more. See Details
Buddy's DC Buddy's DC is a pet-friendly bar & eatery in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC. Bring Fido along as you enjoy food and drinks on the front patio, complete with fans, heaters, and fire pits. Menu options include nachos, wings, salads, soups, mac & cheese, burgers, and vegan fare. See Details
Dacha Beer Garden Dacha Beer Garden, located in Washington, DC, is a casual joint that serves up a variety of food and drinks. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. If you're dropping by for breakfast, chow down on the Lox & Cream Cheese Bagel with house-cured salmon, cucumber, capers, and shaved red onions. If lunch is more your style, start off with a beer and an order of the Little Salad with baby arugula, tomato, cucumber, shaved red onion, and red wine vinaigrette. Next, enjoy an order of the Vegetarian Panini with roasted portobello, red pepper, zucchini, avocado, balsamic reduction, and ricotta cheese. Dacha Beer Garden is open Monday from 4pm to 10pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 4pm to 10:30pm, Friday from 4pm to 12am, and Saturday through Sunday from 12pm to 12am. See Details
Kirwan’s on the Wharf Kirwan’s on the Wharf is a pet-friendly pub honoring their Irish Heritage in the Southwest Waterfront District of Washington, DC. The menu features traditional fare from the Emerald Isle but with a modern twist. Try the Shepherd's Pie which comes topped with a lamb lollipop. Dogs are allowed to sit and stay for a meal at an outside table. See Details
Atlas Brew Works Atlas Brew Works is a dog-friendly brewery in Washington, DC. Fido is welcome to join you at a table in the beer garden. There are 13 beers on tap at their Half Street taproom. Andy's Pizza is conveniently located within the taproom and offers pizza, wings, fries, and more. See Details
Duke's Grocery Dogs are welcome five outdoor tables at Duke's Grocery but must be leashed outside of the patio fence. This Dupont Circle pub is a hipster hangout and serves upscale eclectic tavern fare for lunch, dinner, late night eats, and weekend brunch. Representative menu items include truffle mac and cheese, gouda cheeseburger with sweet Thai chili sauce, and quinoa salad. Duke's Grocery is open Sunday - Thursday 11am - 2am, Friday - Saturday 11am - 3am. See Details
Hamilton's Bar & Grill Dogs are welcome at eight outdoor tables at this bar and restaurant located inside the Willard Intercontinental Washington Hotel. Hamilton's Bar & Grill serves standard pub fare including appetizers, sandwiches, salads, burgers, and beer. Popular menu items include chicken wings, fried cheese curds, patty melts with tater tots, buffalo chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries, and Cobb salads. Hamilton's Bar & Grill is open Monday - Thursday 11am - 1am, Friday - Saturday 11am - 2am, Sunday 11am - midnight. See Details
Stoney's DC Dogs are welcome at two outdoor tables at this DC institution for burgers and beer since 1968. Stoney's offers daily food and drink specials and happy hour on weekdays. Popular menu items include nachos, buffalo mac n' cheese, fish and chips, grilled cheese sandwiches, and chicken alfredo with bacon and spinach. Stoney's is open Sunday - Thursday 11am - 2am, Friday - Saturday 11am - 3am. See Details
Beuchert's Saloon Dogs are welcome at several covered outdoor tables at this farm-to-table restaurant and bar. Beuchert's Saloon serves craft beers, wines, cocktails alongside American cuisine. Menu items include charcuterie boards, lamb and oyster meatballs, fried green tomatoes, crispy pork shank, and the ""B Burger."" Beuchert's Saloon is open Monday 4pm - midnight, Tuesday - Thursday 11am - 1am, Friday - Saturday 11am - 2am, Sunday 11am - midnight." See Details
Boxcar Tavern Dogs are welcome at three outdoor tables at this restaurant across from Eastern Market. Boxcar Tavern serves American pub fare for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Menu items include parmesan truffle fries, Maine mussels, chicken wings, steak and fries, fish sandwich, burgers, and tacos. Boxcar Tavern is open Monday - Thursday 11am - 11pm, Friday 11am-1am, Saturday 9:30am - 1am, Sunday 9:30am - 11pm. See Details
Clyde's of Gallery Place Dogs are welcome at more than ten outdoor tables at this restaurant and bar located in Gallery Place. Clyde's Restaurant serves lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and has a late night menu. Popular menu items include crab cakes, salmon burgers, chicken wings, oysters from the raw bar, and NY strip steak. Clyde's Restaurant is open Monday - Thursday 11am - 2am, Friday 11am - 3am, Saturday 10am - 3am, Sunday 10am - 3am. See Details
District Kitchen Dogs are welcome at several outdoor tables at this bar and grill. District Kitchen serves dishes made with the naturally-raised and local ingredients paired with wine, local draft beers, and handcrafted cocktails. Daily specials are offered at reduced prices; weekend bottomless mimosas are popular at brunch. District Kitchen is open Monday - Wednesday 5pm - 10pm, Thursday - Saturday 11:30am - Close, Sunday 11:30am - 9pm. See Details
Trusty's Dogs are welcome at two tables in front of this DC dive bar. Trusty's has been serving beers and burgers in a friendly, no-frills environment since 2007. Menu items include burgers, cheesesteaks, nachos, and chili. Trusty's is open Monday - Thursday 4pm - 2am, Friday 4pm - 3am, Saturday 10am - 3am, Sunday 10am - 2am. See Details
Stoney's on L Small to medium size dogs are welcome at several outdoor tables at this DC institution for burgers and beer since 1968. Stoney's on L offers daily food and drink specials and happy hour on weekdays. Popular menu items include nachos, buffalo mac n' cheese, fish and chips, grilled cheese sandwiches, and chicken alfredo with bacon and spinach. Stoney's on L is open Sunday - Thursday 11am - 2am, Friday - Saturday 11am - 3am. See Details
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