Dog Friendly Restaurants in Groton, CT

There are 11 dog-friendly restaurants in Groton 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 Groton. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Fords Lobster
Fords Lobster Enjoy fresh seafood and riverfront views at Fords Lobster, located right on the marina. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area. See Details
Pet Friendly Abbott's Lobster in the Rough
Abbott's Lobster in the Rough Abbott's Lobster in the Rough, located in Groton, CT, is a casual counter-serve eatery that specializes in fresh, delicious sea fare. 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 Steamed Mussels served with drawn butter and broth, then chow down on the Famous Hot Lobster Roll - a toasted bun filled with a quarter-pound of lobster meat and melted creamery butter. Or go for the Oysters on the Half Shell served icy cold with cocktail sauce and fresh lemon wedges. Abbott's Lobster in the Rough is open seasonally. See Details
Costello's Clam Shack Costello's Clam Shack is a dog-friendly restaurant in Groton. They welcome pets at outdoor tables whenever the weather is nice. See Details
The Barn Bring Fido to the dog-friendly outdoor seating at The Barn in Groton, CT. They offer a full bar, craft beer on tap, pizzas, wings and more. Food trucks also visit frequently. See Details
Bank & Bridge Brewing Bring Fido to Bank & Bridge Brewing, a pet-friendly veteran-owned brewery and kitchen in Groton, CT. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on their patio. Their food menu features a selection of appetizers, burgers and chicken sandwiches. For drinks, you'll find housemade craft beers, guest taps, frozen cocktails and wine by the glass. See Details
The Fisherman Restaurant at Long Point The Fisherman Restaurant at Long Point is a dog-friendly restaurant in Groton, CT. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. The restaurant features starters such as fried calamari, lobster bisque and oysters, as well as entrees such as baked stuffed lobster, miso glazed salmon, scallops, cod and more. See Details
Five Guys Five Guys, located in Groton, 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. See Details
Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is an ice cream shop with dog-friendly outdoor seating. This location in Groton, CT, doesn't offer a full dog menu, but pup cups of vanilla ice cream are available upon request. Please note that table service isn't offered, so Fido needs to wait outside while you order inside. They're famous for their signature frozen Blizzard drink, as well as ice cream cakes, dipped cones, sundaes and ice cream bars. See Details
The Spot Cafe Bring your pup with you to The Spot Cafe, a dog-friendly tavern in Groton, CT. There is a spacious patio that Fido can join you at. The outdoor tables have umbrellas to keep you shaded in the summer, and fire pits to keep you comfortable on cooler nights! The menu features comfort food like a bacon cheddar burger, buffalo chicken mac and cheese, and shrimp scampi. There is a full bar with 28 beers on tap. See Details
Fords Black & Blue Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table overlooking the water at Fords Black & Blue, a pet-friendly eatery in Groton, CT. Enjoy menu items like shrimp cocktail, lobster risotto, salmon BLT, lamb chops and more. They also serve a cocktail menu. See Details
Starbucks Groton Whether you're getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location in Groton has five 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
Jealous Monk Jealous Monk features over 30 brews on tap, including regional craft beer, and an extensive selection of bottled and canned beers from across the globe. Food menu offers wings, salads, sandwiches, housemade sausage and brats, and Belgian frites. Outdoor heated patio and beer garden welcomes leashed dogs. See Details
The Bridge The famous dog-friendly Bridge patio is the perfect oasis to enjoy dinner and cocktails in Westerly, RI. Perched over the Pawcatuck River, this fully renovated historic wheelhouse offers scenic river and town views with a contemporary take on classic American dishes, including roasted Buffalo chicken wings, grilled squash sandwiches, sauteed scallops, and braised lamb shank. The patio is seasonal so be sure to call ahead to ensure it's open before bringing Fido. See Details
Windjammer Surf Bar Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Windjammer Surf Bar in Westerly, RI. Ask for a dog menu for Fido! While you sit and enjoy the waves, check out their extensive menu full of seafood and American fare. If you're looking for something from the sea, try the clam cakes, chowder or buffalo shrimp. See Details
Pink Basil Pink Basil in Mystic, CT is a pet-friendly bistro located in the Olde Mistick Village featuring home-cooked Thai cuisine and a sushi bar. They have a spacious shaded patio that welcomes dogs. See Details
Pizzetta Build your own pizza, order a specialty, or try a buffalo chicken panini or short rib sliders. Dogs welcome on back patio. See Details
Sea View Snack Bar At Sea View Snack Bar, enjoy fresh clams from a dog-friendly picnic table overlooking Mystic Harbor. Their large menu includes lobster rolls, whole-belly fried clams, crab cakes, bacon cheeseburgers, chili dawgs, fish sandwiches, and other New England favorites. See Details
Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream in Griswold offers plentiful flavors of premium homemade ice cream, including orange pineapple, coffee mocha crunch, cotton candy, and strawberry cheesecake. Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly, outdoor tables. Be sure to order some ice cream dog treats for Fido! See Details
Fresh Salt Fresh Salt is a dog-friendly restaurant in Old Saybrook. They welcome pets at outdoor tables whenever the weather is nice. See Details
Bravo Bravo Bravo Bravo, located in Mystic, CT, is a trendy eatery that serves up a variety of delicious seafood dishes prepared with Italian-style flair. 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 Sirloin Carpaccio with capers, olive oil, and parmigiano reggiano. Next, chow down on the Cioppiono with mussels, clams, scallops, lobster, fish, and spicy broth over linguine pasta. Or go for the Grilled Chicken Sandwich with sauteed spinach, goat cheese, and sundried tomatoes. See Details
Groton, CT, US