Dog Friendly Restaurants in Ankeny, IA

There are 13 dog-friendly restaurants in Ankeny 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 Ankeny. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Whiskey River
Whiskey River Whiskey River is an bar and grill in Ankeny, IA serving up American fare with 30 beers on tap. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly patio. See Details
Pet Friendly Cafe Diem
Cafe Diem Cafe Diem, located in Ankeny, IA, is a casual coffee shop that serves up hot cups of caffeine in any way that you like it. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your morning. Stop by Monday through Thursday from 6:30am to 9pm, Friday from 6am to 9pm, Saturday from 7am to 9pm, and Sunday from 8am to 6pm. See Details
Fuzzy's Taco Shop Fuzzy's Taco Shop, located in Ankeny, IA, is a casual, counter-serve taco joint that serves up a variety of Tex-Mex-style eats. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, tacos, burritos, burrito bowls, nachos, quesadillas, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on SE Delaware Avenue has several pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Tasty Tacos Tasty Tacos keeps it simple with a menu full of Mexican staples sure to please any crowd. This location in Ankeny provides four dog-friendly tables so you can bring Fido. From tacos and enchiladas to burritos and tostadas, there's something on the menu for everyone. You'll find classic combinations with beans, steak, pork, chili, and chicken on your favorite dish. There are plenty of snacks to munch on, too, like the cheese bites or jalapeno poppers. Purists should check out their flour tacos with fluffy, homemade tortillas. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Ankeny locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Marble Slab Creamery Marble Slab Creamery on SE Delaware Avenue is home to four dog-friendly tables. If you're looking for super-premium ice cream mixed with a bunch of fresh toppings, such as fruits, nuts, and candies, then you've come to the right place. Their main menu includes a banana pudding, chocolate raspberry, cinnamon, dark chocolate, pumpkin cheesecake, caramel apple, and peanut butter banana. The unusual toppings on the menu include granola, hot caramel, mint patties, peppermint, and Pop Rocks. 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
Caribou Coffee With the mission to serve exceptional coffee that inspires extraordinary experiences, Caribou Coffee is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy a cup of joe in Ankeny. The coffee shop offers two outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to sip alongside their canine companion. Caribou's menu is made of classic coffees, signature mochas and lattes, blended drinks, teas, juices, and food items such as breakfast and oven-toasted sandwiches, oatmeal, and baked goods such as muffins, cookies, croissants, brownie bites, and breads. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt This froyo spot on NW 18th Street has several benches outside, so you can bring your dog along and maybe even give a Fido a taste. Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt has a variety of frozen yogurt flavors like My Friends Call Me Cocoa Chocolate, The Flavor's a Real Peach, and Spa Day Sorbet. You can top your yogurt with dozens of toppings, like fruit, breakfast cereal, and nuts. A majority of the yogurt is fat-free, and no-sugar and dairy free options as well. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Sonic Drive-In This fast food restaurant on N Ankeny Boulevard offers carhop service and a handful of pet-friendly tables. At Sonic Drive-In you can get burgers and hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, plus fries, tater tots, and mozzarella sticks. Sonic Drive-In is known for their vast selection of drinks, like Frozen Lemonade, Strawberry Limeade, and Grape Sluch with Rainbow Candy. There is also a selection of milkshakes, Sonic Blasts, waffle cone sundaes, and ice cream slushes. See Details
Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats to Ankeny locals and tourists alike. two outdoor tables are available to dog owners with a sweet tooth wanting to indulge alongside Fido. Dairy Queen's menu is comprised of Grillburgers, artisan-style sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken strip baskets, snacks such as Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso, Potato Skins, and chicken snack melts, salads, and sides such as fries, onion rings, and cheese curds. Its menu also includes blizzards, hot desserts a la mode, dipped cones, sundaes, cold and blended coffees, shakes, malts, and Orange Julius drinks. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Vintage Brewhouse Vintage Brewhouse in Ankeny, IA, is pet friendly. This restaurant doesn't have a full dog menu, but they do offer biscuits, a pup cup and water on request. Fido can join you at one of their outdoor tables, but please note seating is limited. They offer coffee, an excellent selection of alcoholic beverages and comfort food. See Details
Starbucks Ankeny Whether you're getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location in Ankeny has half a dozen pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring Fido along. They don't have a full dog menu, but they do offer Puppuccinos on request. They serve a variety of coffee drinks, refreshers, teas and their popular frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. There are also food items including breakfast and lunch sandwiches, as well as pastries. A drive-thru window is also available so you don't have to tie Fido up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Gazali's Gazali's is a dog-friendly, Mediterranean, counter-serve eatery serving up gyros and other Middle Eastern specialties in Clive, IA. Bring Fido along and try the traditional Lamb Gyro, Spicy Chicken Gyro, or Falafel Sandwich. Walnut or pistachio Baklava is available for dessert, or Hummus for snacking. The usual Greek salads are available as well. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. See Details
The Mucky Duck Pub The Mucky Duck Pub, located in Ames, IA, is a British-style pub that is family and dog-friendly. 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 Potato Wedges. Next, chow down on the Fish and Chips, or stop in for breakfast and try the Full English Cyclone Breakfast - two eggs, sausage, bacon, black pudding, hash brown or bubble & squeak, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and beans. See Details
Bar Louie A self-proclaimed 'eclectic, urban bar,' Bar Louie is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy handcrafted drinks and from scratch dishes in West Des Moines. ten outdoor tables are available to Bar guests wanting to sip alongside their furry friend. Louie's menu is made up of appetizers such as Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Potstickers, Ginger Garlic Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, and Bacon Chophouse Sliders, as well as, flatbreads, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and plates, including Drunken Fish and Chips, Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Blackened Fish Street Tacos, Baked Mac and Cheese, and Voodoo Chicken. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in a Key Lime 'Shiner or Chocolate Cake. See Details
Clyde's Fine Diner Clyde's Fine Diner in Des Moines, IA, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Clyde's serves upscale American cuisine, reimagined diner classics, craft cocktails and more. See Details
St. Kilda St. Kilda is a dog-friendly cafe in Des Moines, IA. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the sidewalk patio. The Australian-style eatery serves breakfast and lunch all day with ample choices. There are several types of coffee available as well as cocktails, wine, juices, smoothies, etc. See Details
Lua Brewing Lua Brewing, located in Des Moines, IA, is a dog friendly microbrewery and restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. The menu offers pub favorites like wings, Tempura Mushrooms, burger, cheese steak, fish and chips, fresh salads, avocado toast and more. See Details
Barn Town Brewing Barn Town Brewing is a locally owned brewpub serving up from scratch comfort food and craft beer on the border of West Des Moines & Waukee, Iowa. Outdoor patio area is pet-friendly. See Details
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