Dog Friendly Restaurants in Highlands, NC

There are 7 dog-friendly restaurants in Highlands 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 Highlands. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Blue Bike Cafe
Blue Bike Cafe Blue Bike Cafe is a casual, dog-friendly restaurant in Highlands, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of six outdoor tables for breakfast or lunch. Ask for the dog menu! The eatery is located in Creekside Village Shops near Hutchison Founder’s Park. Their menu features classic American burgers, sandwiches and salads in addition to an “all-day” breakfast. Before leaving, be sure to check out the Blue Bike merchandise, from jellies and jams, to coffee mugs and t-shirts, and also Amity Brother’s Coffee, who roasts the custom blend of Ethiopian and Colombian coffee that is served daily at the Blue Bike. See Details
Pet Friendly Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro
Wolfgang's Restaurant & Wine Bistro Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro serves up American cuisine with a cajun/creole twist. Choose from menu options like starters, soups, salads, poultry, seafood, steak, schnitzel, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables (outdoor seating opens late spring/early summer) while you enjoy an appetizer of Hand Breaded Fried Brie with a cranberry walnut compote, a lemon dijon vinaigrette, and crostini. Later, try the Venison au Poivre - venison tenderloin wrapped in applewood smoked bacon with montrachet rosti potato and lingonberry demi glace. Wolfgang's Restaurant and Wine Bistro is open Wednesday through Monday from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. See Details
Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge Midpoint Restaurant & Lounge is a dog-friendly southern-style restaurant in Highlands, NC. Your well-behaved, leashed dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. Try their Crawfish cakes, croquettes, and shrimp ceviche while you're there! See Details
Highlands Dive Fido is welcome on the patio outside Highlands Dive, a dog-friendly dive bar in Highlands, NC. Also known as the High Dive, this relaxed locale is a favorite of locals looking to enjoy tasty libations. Food options include adult grilled cheese options, soups, burgers and more. See Details
Wild Thyme Gourmet Wild Thyme Gourmet provides a sophisticated menu and extensive wine selection in an upscale environment with dog-friendly patio seating, weather permitting. Delicious dishes include black bean burgers, crab cake sandwiches, shrimp and sea scallops, bacon-wrapped quail, double cut pork chops, and ricotta ravioli. See Details
Lakeside Restaurant Located in Highlands, NC, Lakeside Restaurant serves up a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, pork, seafood, poultry, beef, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with a crisp glass of wine and an order of Cornmeal Dusted Fried Oysters with chipotle remoulade, crispy bacon, and garden greens. Later, tuck into the Shrimp and Grits with jalapeno cheddar grits, chorizo, mushrooms, tomatoes, bacon, and herb blanc de blanc. Lakeside Restaurant is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 10:30pm. See Details
Oak Steakhouse Highlands Oak Steakhouse Highlands is a contemporary steakhouse located in the Skyline Lodge in Highlands, NC. During the summer months, Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table as you sip on a cold, craft beer. This dog-friendly restaurant offers certified Angus beef steaks, salads and specialty entrees like the pan-seared local trout. See Details
Universal Joint Universal Joint, located in Clayton, GA, is a casual bar and eatery that offers a dog menu for your furry friend. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold craft beer and an order of the Spicy Egg Rolls. Next, chow down on the Blackened Flounder Tacos filled with blackened flounder, jalapeno aioli, lettuce and pico de gallo, served with a side of chips and salsa. Table service isn't provided, so Fido must remain outside while you order inside. 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
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
Cashiers Farmers Market Dogs are welcome at five outdoor tables outside of the Cashiers Farmers Market. The market sells freshly prepared salsas, chicken salad, pies, cookies, and there is a BBQ restaurant called On The Side Barbecue, too. On The Side Barbecue serves bbq pulled pork, smoked brisket, turkey, ribs, ham and cheese sandwiches, egg salad, and chicken. Cashiers Farmers Market is open seasonally Monday - Saturday 10am - 6pm, Sunday 10am - 4pm. See Details
Cupboard Cafe & Gifts Cupboard Cafe & Gifts, located in Dillard, GA, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch on the covered porch. This is a local, go-to spot for deliciously southern cuisine that includes country fried steak, pork chops, center cut country ham, Low Country carbonara fettuccine, fried chicken and catfish, shrimp and grits, trout, a variety of sandwiches, burgers, and more. Breakfast includes classic items such as omelets, biscuit sandwiches, quiche, hash, French toast and pancakes. Don't forget the delectable desserts from their bakery! See Details
Slab Town Pizza Slab Town Pizza, located in Cashiers, NC, is a casual pizzeria that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Vodka Pizza topped with vodka sauce, meatballs, parmesan, and mozzarella. Or go for the Pesto Pizza topped with basil pesto, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, ricotta, and mozzarella. Slab Town Pizza is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 9pm, and Sunday from 4pm to 9pm. 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
Cornucopia With a name like Cornucopia, there is no shortage of menu offerings. Outdoor seating in back allows dogs. Staff will bring out bowls of water if you ask nicely. See Details
Whiteside Brewing Company Whiteside Brewing Company, located in Cashiers, NC, is a casual brewpub that serves up a variety of delicious eats and great brews. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Enjoy a craft brew with menu items like nachos, a Cubano sandwich, or a Thai noodle salad. See Details
The Last Chance of Walhalla The Last Chance of Walhalla is a dog-friendly bar in Walhalla, SC. They serve pub food with a full bar. Outside you'll find yard games such as horseshoes and corn hole. Campsites are also available on site. See Details
The Ugly Dog Public House Fido is welcome on the outdoor patio at the dog-friendly Ugly Dog Public House in Cashiers. They serve cocktails, craft beer, and wine alongside tasty bites and daily dinner specials. Menu items include chicken wings, jalapeno macaroni bites, blackened shrimp Caesar salad, Reuben sandwich with tater tots, loaded hot dogs, bacon-pimento cheeseburger, pan-roasted salmon, and steak frites. See Details
Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm Located on the 138-acre grounds of Chattooga Belle Farm and distillery, the dog-friendly Belle's Bistro serves light lunch fare in a casual, bucolic atmosphere. A simple menu of tasty delights features hummus and pita, cheese plates, black eyed pea salad, chili, turkey apple sandwiches, and grass-fed Black Angus beef bacon herb burgers. Help wash down the goodness with iced tea, homemade lemonade, Chattooga Belle Farm wine by the glass or bottle, and domestic beer and hard cider. Dog owners must call ahead to secure outdoor seating is available. Belle's Bistro at Chattooga Belle Farm is open seasonally April until October from 11am to 2pm Tuesday through Sunday and is closed Mondays See Details
Mica's Restaurant and Pub Mica's Restaurant and Pub, located in Sapphire, NC, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious grub. 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 Sapphire Onion - house-made fried onion strings served with a tangy horseradish dipping sauce. Next, chow down on the Cod Fish Sandwich with lettuce, tomato, onion, and fresh lemon. Or go for the Crispy Duck topped with raspberry orange sauce, served with two sides of your choice. See Details
Highlands, NC, US