Dog Friendly Bars & Pubs in Wilmington, NC

There are 26 pet friendly bars & pubs in Wilmington 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 Wilmington. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Front Street Brewery
Front Street Brewery Located in Historic Downtown, the pet-friendly Front Street Brewery is Wilmington’s only restaurant with its own brewery. They offer fresh modern American cuisine, ranging from gourmet burgers to fine entrees and everything in between. Dogs are permitted at outdoor tables. See Details
Pet Friendly Bills Front Porch
Bills Front Porch Bill's Front Porch is open Monday through Wednesday from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, Thursday from 4:00pm to 11:00pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 11:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 10:00pm. This gastropub-style eatery serves up a variety of carefully crafted menu options including sandwiches, burgers, soups, salads, seafood, fried chicken, and much more. Let Fido tag along with you on your journey and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Sink your teeth into Bill's Mushroom Swiss Patty Melt with sauteed cremini mushrooms and yellow onions, Swiss cheese, and mayo on buttered rye. Before you leave, try the Hail Mary - vodka, Bloody Mary mix, rimmed in Old Bay, and garnished with a skewer of shrimp, an IPA pickle, candied bacon, a hushpuppy, and a hand-battered chicken strip, and finished with a splash of stout (a meal in itself!) See Details
Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill is a floating bar and restaurant in Wilmington, NC offering dog-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from a variety of American pub fare, plus a full bar with frozen cocktails and local beers. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables. See Details
Paddy's Hollow Restaurant and Pub Paddy's Hollow Restaurant and Pub is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:30pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, and Sunday from 11:00am to 5:00pm. This Irish pub serves up a wide variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, seafood, chicken, flatbreads, pasta, steak, ribs, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a frosty Smithwick's Irish Ale. Start your dinner off with a cup of Guinness French Onion Soup with melted provolone and Swiss over toasted croutons. Next, dig into the Pasta Jambalaya - shrimp, chicken breast, and cajun sausage sauteed with bell pepper, spinach, and onion in a red bell pepper butter, served over penne pasta and tossed in a garlic herb sauce. See Details
Hell's Kitchen Hell's Kitchen is open daily from 11:00am to 2:00am, and they are happy to serve up delicious, traditional pub grub. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, quesadillas, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, wraps, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Start your meal off with a cold beer and an order of beer battered mushrooms served with a side of ranch or mustard sauce. Then, sink your teeth into one of their famous burgers. Try the Devil Made Me Do It burger - a perfectly grilled eight ounce Angus beef patty, smothered in homemade bacon barbecue sauce, and topped with crisp bacon, cheddar cheese, fried red onions, lettuce, tomato, and a hot over-easy fried egg. See Details
Reel Cafe Located in historic downtown Wilmington, Reel Cafe is open daily from 11:30am to 2:00am and they are happy to serve up cold drinks and traditional pub fare. Fido is more than welcome to join you as you grab a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Start your night with some lightly fried North Carolina oysters, served with sriracha remoulade and coleslaw garnish. Next, sink your teeth into the Pub Burger with sauteed mushrooms, cheddar cheese sauce, and balsamic caramelized onions on a grilled sourdough roll. Once your belly is full, sit back and relax with your pup while enjoying a local craft IPA. See Details
Waterman's Brewing Waterman's Brewing is a dog-friendly brewery and restaurant in Wilmington, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. Choose from 12 beers on tap, ciders, cocktails, or wine. The kitchen serves elevated pub grub for lunch, brunch, and dinner. See Details
Satellite Bar and Lounge Satellite Bar and Lounge is a dog-friendly establishment where Fido is welcome inside or beside an umbrella-shaded table on the spacious outdoor patio. This carefully-restored tavern has exposed brick walls, unique funky decor and a cool vibe. Grab your friends, your favorite beer, and chill with Fido from late afternoon onwards. See Details
Buffalo Wild Wings Branding itself as a fun, edgy, high-energy and easygoing restaurant, Buffalo Wild Wings is a dog-friendly sports-focused place to enjoy a meal in Wilmington. Buffalo Wild Wings offers outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a plate of Spinach Artichoke Flatbread alongside their canine companion. The restaurant's menu is made up of wings, shareables, burgers, tenders, mac and cheese, salads, wraps, sandwiches, and more. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in Cheesecake Bites, Dessert Nachos, Loaded Ice Cream or Chocolate Fudge Cake. See Details
Rebellion NC Rebellion NC, located in Wilmington, NC, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare and cold brews. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your evening. See Details
The Husk Fido is welcome to join you at one of the pet-friendly, outdoor tables at The Husk, a casual neighborhood bar and restaurant in Wilmington, NC. Enjoy food items like hot dogs, veggie dogs, tacos, sandwiches and more. The also serve a full bar. See Details
Wrightsville Beach Brewery Wrightsville Beach Brewery serves up fresh, local seafood and craft beer in their brewpub and pet-friendly beer garden from 11-10:00 every day. See Details
Ogden Tap Room Ogden Tap Room is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 12:00am, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 1:00am, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 12:00am. The sports bar atmosphere lends itself to groups of family and friends, making it a fun place to relax and enjoy yourself after work. Fido is welcome to join you as you snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from a variety of menu options including wings, soups, salads, burgers, hotdogs, sandwiches, and more. Start by choosing a cold beer from over forty on tap, then begin your meal with an order of fried chicken livers served with Texas Pete aioli for dipping. Next, try the lightly fried soft shell crab sandwich with lettuce, tomato, onion, bermuda onion, and garlic aioli. See Details
Slainte Irish Pub Slainte Irish Pub is open Monday through Friday from 1:30pm to 2:00am, and Saturday through Sunday from 12:00pm to 2:00am. Slainte is happy to serve up cold drinks and traditional, delicious pub fare. Choose from menu options like appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, Irish-style entrees, and more. Fido is more than welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Start with an order of stick-to-your-ribs Irish Poutine made by topping hand cut french fries with Guinness gravy and cheddar cheese. Then, put your Guinness down and start on the Corned Beef and Cabbage - a hearty portion of corned beef served with baked potatoes, cabbage, and carrots, and served with a side of grainy mustard and malt vinegar. See Details
Goat and Compass Goat and Compass is open Monday through Thursday from 5:00pm to 2:00am, Friday from 4:00pm to 2:00am, Saturday from 5:00pm to 2:00am, and Sunday from 3:00pm to 2:00am. This local watering hole does not serve food, but they have an extensive list of beers and liquors. Stop by with Fido in tow and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables, and relax with a craft beer in hand. Enjoy live music and the company of locals and tourists alike. See Details
Whiskey Trail Whiskey Trail is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 12:00am, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 2:00am. This local haunt serves up your typical, delicious pub fare with options including appetizers, wings, salads, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Fido is more than welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables. Try the Freaky Creeky sandwich - a grilled cheese filled with crispy grilled pork belly, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, and a special Creek sauce on wheat bread and served with your choice of side (fries, slaw, potato chips, tater tots, onion rings, sweet potato waffle fries, and more). Wash it all down with a Kentucky Tea (bourbon, muddled orange, lemon and lime, and sweet tea)! See Details
Hooters Order some of their famous wings and enjoy them at a dog-friendly outdoor table. See Details
Buffalo Wild Wings Branding itself as a fun, edgy, high-energy and easygoing restaurant, Buffalo Wild Wings is a dog-friendly sports-focused place to enjoy a meal in Wilmington. Buffalo Wild Wings offers outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a plate of Spinach Artichoke Flatbread alongside their canine companion. The restaurant's menu is made up of wings, shareables, burgers, tenders, mac and cheese, salads, wraps, sandwiches, and more. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in Cheesecake Bites, Dessert Nachos, Loaded Ice Cream or Chocolate Fudge Cake. See Details
Pour Taproom Pour Taproom is a pet-friendly self-pour bar and kitchen in the historic district of Wilmington, NC. Fido can join you outside on the patio, or inside where you can sample some of their 62 taps of beer, wine and cocktails, all on draft. Their food menu features specialty sandwiches, chicken tenders, and bowls. Well-behaved and leashed dog welcome. See Details
Hi-Wire Brewing Wilmington Bring Fido to the dog-friendly taproom and outdoor beer gardens at Hi-Wire Brewing in Wilmington, NC. Sample a glass of flagship, seasonal and specialty beers while playing popular indoor games such as foosball and shuffleboard. Wine, draft cider and non-alcoholic beverages are available, and patrons are welcome to order food for delivery to the taproom. See Details
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