There are 80 dog-friendly restaurants in Charlottesville 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 Charlottesville. Bone appetit!
Tastings
Tastings, located in Charlottesville, VA, serves up a constantly changing seasonal menu made up of fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Choose from menu options like appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, seafood, steak, poultry, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Let the friendly and knowledgeable staff guide you to the perfect wine to complement your dishes. Start with the Sauteed Wild Mushrooms with white wine beure blanc, served with puff pastry. Then, dig into the Oak-Grilled Tenderloin - a fresh, local Angus tenderloin steak, oak grilled and served with Marchand Du Vin sauce, sauteed forest mushrooms, and potato du jour. Or stop by for lunch and sink your teeth into the Lamb Burger - an all natural Virginia ground lamb patty topped with balsamic onions, sundried tomatoes, and truffled cheese, served on ciabatta bread with fries and vegetable du jour. Tastings is open Monday through Wednesday from 10am to 7pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 10am to 9pm.
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Christian's Pizza
Specializing in delicious, fresh pizza available whole or by the slice, Christian's Pizza is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy Italian fare in Charlottesville. The pizzeria offers eight outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig in alongside Fido. Christian's Pizza's menu is made up of gluten-free pizza, calzones, and build your own and specialty pizzas such as Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Beef and Bacon Pizza, Gyro Pizza, Taco Pizza, and Honey Mustard, Fried Chicken and Bacon Pizza. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.
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Take It Away
Take It Away is a casual American eatery that serves up soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods. Bring Fido along for the day and snag a seat at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Munch on a smoked turkey sandwich with your choice of ingredients (Swiss, cheddar, provolone, sprouts, arugula, roasted tomatoes, house dressing, mayo, mustard, and more) on your choice of bread (French, sourdough, pumpernickel, whole wheat, gluten free, and more!) Take It Away is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 4pm, and Sunday from 10am to 3:30pm.
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Michie Tavern ca. 1784
Michie Tavern ca. 1784 is a pet-friendly pub on the historic Meadow Run Grist Mill property in Charlottesville VA. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy food and drinks outside on the porch. They serve homestyle & southern favorites like fried chicken, buttermilk biscuits with ham, barbeque sliders, and more. A variety of Virginia-made wines, beers and hard ciders are also available to pair with your meal.
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Birdwood Grill
Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the covered outdoor patio at this golf course restaurant and bar. Birdwood Grill serves salads, appetizers, sandwiches, and cocktails. Menu items include breakfast croissant sandwiches, hot dogs, Cobb salads, bbq sandwiches, and fried shrimp and chips. Birdwood Grill is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and drinks.
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Shenandoah Joe Coffee Roasters
Whether you're looking for an Indonesian, South American, or African roast, Shenandoah Joe has got you covered. Bring Fido along and snag a seat at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a perfect cup of coffee. Choose from dark roasts, light roasts, West Coast French, espresso, and more. Shenandoah Joe is open Monday through Thursday from 6:30am to 7pm, Friday from 6:30am to 9pm, and Saturday from 7:30am to 9pm.
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The Juice Laundry
The Juice Laundry is a juice and health food bar located in Charlottesville, VA. Choose from a variety of menu options including cold pressed juices, nut milks, supplement shots, clean energy coffees, smoothies, acai bowls, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy the day. Try the Blaze Smoothie with strawberry, mango, banana, dates, ginger, cayenne, and house cashew milk. Or try the Spicy Green cold-pressed juice with spinach, romaine, kale, cucumber, celery, sprouts, parsley, cilantro, jalapeno, lime, and pink salt. The Juice Laundry is open Monday through Saturday from 7am to 8pm, and Sunday from 8am to 3pm.
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Starbucks on Route 29
Whether you are getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks on Route 29 has you covered. This location on Seminole Trl in Charlottesville provides five tables with dog-friendly seating. The vast menu includes a broad range of coffee drinks, tea, cold brews, and their popular Frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. Don't forget to ask for a Puppuccino just for Fido! You can also find a light bite with breakfast options, sandwiches, bagels, parfaits, protein boxes, and baked treats. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.
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Champion Brewing Company
Champion Brewing Company is a dog-friendly spot located in Charlottesville, VA. Fido is welcome to join you at a colorful picnic bench on the partially covered outside patio. Alongside a vast selection of beer, Champion serve several side dishes such as soft pretzels, sandwiches, chips and hotdogs.
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Maharaja
Maharaja is a casual Indian eatery that serves up a variety of delicious, authentic dishes. Choose from menu options like appetizers, Indian breads, soups, salads, veggies, tandoor, kebabs, biryanis, vindaloo, masala, thali, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with a Maharaja Treat (Crown and Coke) and an appetizer of the Fish Pakora - boneless fish pieces marinated in a yogurt sauce then batter fried with a mild spice. Next, chow down on the Vindaloo - your choice of chicken, lamb, shrimp, catfish, or salmon cooked in a thick, hot curry sauce and made extra spicy with homemade masala! They also offer a lunch buffet seven days a week - perfect for those who like to try a little bit of everything. Maharaja is open Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 10pm, Saturday from 11:45am to 10pm, and Sunday from 11:45am to 9pm.
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Firehouse Subs
Firehouse Subs, located in Charlottesville, is a popular deli-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty subs and salads. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Hook and Ladder Sub with smoked turkey, Virginia honey ham, and melted Monterey jack cheese. Order it Fully Involved to get mayo, deli mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion! Or try the New York Steamer Sub with USDA corned beef brisket, pastrami, melted provolone, deli mustard, mayo, and Italian dressing. For something a bit lighter, try the Firehouse Salad with romaine, tomato, bell pepper, cucumber, mozzarella, pepperoncini peppers, and dressing, with your choice of smoked turkey, grilled chicken, or Virginia honey ham. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.
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Christian's Pizza
Specializing in delicious, fresh pizza available whole or by the slice, Christian's Pizza is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy Italian fare in Charlottesville. The pizzeria offers five outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig in alongside Fido. Christian's Pizza's menu is made up of gluten-free pizza, calzones, and build your own and specialty pizzas such as Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Beef and Bacon Pizza, Gyro Pizza, Taco Pizza, and Honey Mustard, Fried Chicken and Bacon Pizza. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.
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Ben & Jerry's
Ben and Jerry's is a dog-friendly frozen sweet shop serving, 'fresh and extraordinary dairy,' to Charlottesville locals and tourists alike. Dog owners can head to one of Ben and Jerry's three outdoor tables to indulge in the sunshine alongside their furry friend. The shop's menu includes flavors such as Bourbon Brown Butter, Cherry Garcia, Empower Mint, Phish Food, Totally Baked, and The Tonight Dough. Its menu also includes an array of cones, sundaes, smoothies, and shakes. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.
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Five Guys
Five Guys, located in Charlottesville, is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheeseburger - two hand-formed patties grilled to perfection, two strips of bacon, and two slices of American cheese on a soft sesame seed bun, piled high with the toppings of your choice (mayo, lettuce, pickles, grilled onions and mushrooms, relish, jalapenos, hot sauce, and more!) Before you leave, snag one of their hand-spun Milkshakes with your favorite mix-ins (bananas, cherries, coffee, malted milk, Oreo cookies, Oreo cream, bacon, peanut butter, and more!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.
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Belmont Pizza and Pub
Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on deck at this pizzeria. Belmont Pizza & Pub serves garlic knots, spinach and artichoke dip, crisp salads, gourmet and traditional pizzas, chicken parmesan subs, and warm brownie sundaes. Belmont Pizza & Pub is open Monday - Saturday 11am - 11pm, Sunday noon - 9pm.
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Asian Express
Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables at this Asian restaurant. The menu at Asian Express features egg rolls, fried rice, lo mein, and seafood, vegetarian, chicken, duck, and beef dishes. Asian Express is open daily 10:30am - 10:30pm.
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Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious Mexican fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 10pm, Saturday from 11:30am to 10pm, and Sunday from 10:30am to 9pm.
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The Batesville Market
The Batesville Market is a dog-friendly deli in the Batesville Historic District where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu features freshly prepared deli food, baked goods and sandwiches, local specialty products, beer, wine and cider.
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Dairy Queen Charlottesville
Dairy Queen is a popular quick-service ice cream chain restaurant. This location in Charlottesville has a few pet-friendly outdoor tables where Fido is welcome. Although they don't offer a full dog menu, pup cups of vanilla ice cream are available upon request. Dairy Queen is famous for their signature frozen 'Blizzard' drink, as well as ice cream cakes, dipped cones, sundaes and ice cream bars. Aside from sweet treats, they also have a selection of fast food favorites such as burgers, fries, and chicken tenders. A drive-thru window is also available, so you don't have to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.
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