Dog Friendly Restaurants in Balsam, NC

There are 57 dog-friendly restaurants within 20 miles of Balsam 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 Balsam. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Frog Level Brewing Company
Frog Level Brewing Company Frog Level Brewing Company is a dog-friendly microbrewery in Waynesville, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table in their unique beer garden by the creek. The venue offers pub fare favorites from the test kitchen for their sister brand, 7 Clans Brewing. There's even a Dog Snack Bowl menu option for Fido with a choice of shredded chicken or shredded brisket served with peas and carrots! Humans can pair their handcrafted beer with menu items like boiled peanuts, trout dip, soft pretzels, hot chicken, sandwiches, mac and cheese, tacos, and more. Live entertainment is offered spring through fall. Check their website for current schedule. See Details
Pet Friendly Creekside Oyster House and Grill
Creekside Oyster House and Grill Creekside Oyster House and Grill is a pet-friendly restaurant in Sylva, NC. They offer great seafood and the bar serves popcorn shrimp, jumbo wings, soft shell crab and catfish sandwiches. Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
The Lazy Hiker The Lazy Hiker brews IPA, porter, amber, and a selection of seasonal beers throughout the year. Drop by with Fido after hiking the Appalachian Mountain trails. See Details
Innovation Brewing Innovation Brewing in Sylva, NC, lives up to its name by creating new and inventive brews without neglecting the tried and true styles that have become staples in the microbrewing industry. Outdoor seating area alongside a running creek is dog friendly. They have a food truck on site and there is a pizza shop next door. See Details
The Patio Bistro The Patio Bistro is a dog-friendly, upscale deli in Waynesville, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. Their menu features sandwiches, wraps, quiche, fresh salads, and soups. Gluten free options are also available. Dog water bowls can be provided. Please note table service isn't available, so Fido will have to wait outside while you order. See Details
Wize Guyz Grille Wize Guyz Grille, located in Cherokee, NC, is a casual, dog-friendly fast food-style eatery where Fido can join you at a table on the outdoor covered patio. Enjoy American cuisine like New York style pizza, chicken wings, burgers, pasta, sandwiches and more. Please note that table service is not available. Fido will have to wait outside while you order. See Details
Motor Company Grill Motor Company Grill is a popular dog-friendly restaurant in downtown Franklin, NC, where Fido can join you on the outdoor patio. The 1950s-themed diner has a great selection of burgers, appetizers, entrees, and desserts, plus a soda fountain serving milkshakes and ice cream. Be sure to order Fido something off of their dog menu! See Details
Bocelli's Italian Restaurant Bocelli's Italian Restaurant is pet friendly! They serve wonderful pizza and have an outside eating area and are very dog friendly. See Details
Foragers Canteen Foragers Canteen, located in Dillsboro, NC, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of tasty, farm-to-table grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Crispy Cluckin' Chips - crispy chicken skin with salt, pepper, and sumac, served with pimento cheese sauce. Next, chow down on the Coastal Car Hopper Taco with grilled or fried wild Mahi Mahi, pineapple slaw, lime crema, cilantro, and cheddar cheese. Or go for the Back Porch Burger topped with house-made pimento cheese, house-peppered bacon, a fried green tomato, and bibb lettuce on a house brioche bun. Foragers Canteen is open Monday from 4pm to 9pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm. See Details
Haywood Smokehouse All natural meats slow smoked with native hickory ensures that Haywood's BBQ is chock-full of Southern flavor. Choose from sliced brisket, chopped pork and chicken, and St. Louis style jumbo ribs, plus traditional sides liek collard greens, mac and cheese, baked beans, and cornbread. Outdoor seating is dog friendly. See Details
Church Street Depot Church Street Depot is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am to 8:00pm, and according to locals, they serve up the best burgers around. Bring Fido along as you visit this "build-your-own-burger" joint, and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from options like basic Angus patties, chuck and brisket patties, turkey burgers, and grass-fed patties. Topping choices include mayo, mustard, onion, pickled jalapenos, spicy mustard, cheese options, sauteed spinach, roasted red peppers, bleu cheese, a fried egg, and much more. Try the local favorite Palmetto Burger prepared with your choice of patty, topped with pickled jalapenos, and a housemade smoked pimiento cheese! See Details
Speedy's Pizza Speedy's Pizza, located in Sylva, NC, is a casual joint that serves up hot, steaming slices for you and your pup to enjoy! Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Meat Pizza topped with pepperoni, ham, sausage, ground beef, and bacon. Or go for the Greek Pizza topped with fresh spinach, onions, ham, sundried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, black olives, mozzarella, and feta cheese. See Details
Las Margaritas Las Margaritas is a dog-friendly restaurant in Franklin, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table with an umbrella in front of the eatery. Dine on traditional Mexican favorites paired with tequila, whiskey, wine, vodka, rum, beer, or a margarita. See Details
Boots Steakhouse Boots Steakhouse, located in Dillsboro, NC, is a casual steakhouse-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty dishes. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Crab Cakes, pan-fried and served atop roasted red pepper coulis with parsley oil, balsamic glaze, and topped with homemade tartar sauce. Next, chow down on the Prime Filet Mignon served with a baked potato and choice of veggie medley or a side house salad. Or go for the Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie chocked full of carrots, onions, and celery, topped with fluffy biscuits. Boots Steakhouse is open Wednesday through Friday from 4pm to 9pm, Saturday from 12pm to 9pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm. See Details
Haywood 209 Cafe Haywood 209 Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant local to Waynesville, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table at the outdoor seating space. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this restaurant serves traditional American classic dishes, hearty breakfasts, seafood and meat specials, as well as home-made desserts and baked goods. See Details
Coffee Cup Cafe For breakfast, lunch, or just a pick me up, check out Coffee Cup Cafe in Clyde, NC, which has several pet-friendly tables on their outdoor patio for you and your dog to enjoy on a nice day. They are open weekdays and serve a variety of soups, sandwiches, salads, and breakfast items. Coffee Cup Cafe serves plenty of specialty drinks, like the Almond Joy Latte, flavored with Ghirardelli cocoa and coconut and almond syrups. Grab a grits bowl or omelet with a cup of coffee for a tasty and filling breakfast! See Details
Los Amigos Los Amigos is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant in Waynesville, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. You will enjoy a variety of traditional Mexican dishes prepared just the way you like them. Try their enchiladas verdes, chimichangas, shrimp fajitas, or their chiles rellenos. This restaurant is respectful of dietary restrictions and has an additional vegetarian menu as well. See Details
Lulu's on Main Lulu's on Main is a dog friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This small eatery offers a variety of International menu options including French onion soup, hummus, salads, noodle dishes, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options are available, as well! Be sure to save some room for one of their desserts like a vanilla bean creme brulee or chocolate lava brownie. See Details
Sauced Sauced is a local American eatery in Waynesville, NC serving up pizza, tacos and wings, plus beer and margaritas. Dogs are welcome to join you at two umbrella-shaded picnic tables on the patio. See Details
Sonic Drive-In This fast food restaurant on E Main Street 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
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