There are 26 dog-friendly restaurants within 20 miles of Nantahala 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 Nantahala. Bone appetit!
Nantahala Brewing Company
Located just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Nantahala Brewing Company offers a dog-friendly covered deck and award-winning craft beer in a spacious, casual setting. Patrons can sample flagship brews like the Noon Day IPA, seasonal specialties such as the Little Tennessee Logger, and a delicious series of Trail Magic Ales. The Brewing Company also hosts tours, tastings, events and live music. Hours of operation vary depending on time of year, so call ahead before arriving.
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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.
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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!
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Hoppy Trout Brewing
Hoppy Trout specializes in small-batch brews and delicious brick oven pizza served in a cozy downtown setting with dog-friendly outside seating. Patrons can quench their thirst on seven rotating taps offering signature and guest brews, then appease the appetite with hot oven-baked pizza, salads, nachos, bratwurst, sandwiches, and chocolate peanut butter pie for dessert. Well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome at picnic tables on the outdoor patio. Hoppy Trout is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday 11:30am to 11pm, and Sunday noon to 6pm.
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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.
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Tapoco Tavern
Tapoco Tavern is a dog-friendly restaurant in Robbinsville, NC, where Fido can join you on the outdoor patio beside the Cheoah River. The eatery is located at the pet-friendly Tapoco Lodge and its menu includes salads, wings, hummus wraps, brick oven pizza, and half-pound gourmet burgers.
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La Dolce Vita Bakery
Dogs are welcome at four outdoor tables at this coffee shop. La Dolce Vita Bakery serves coffee and espresso drinks alongside baked goods and gelato. La Dolce Vita Bakery is open Monday - Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm, Thursday - Friday 7:30am - 8pm, Saturday 8am - 8pm, Sunday 8:30am - 6pm.
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Wildwood Grill
Wildwood Grill is a restaurant and bar located within the Fontana Village Resort. Choose from menu options like appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and more. Fido is more than welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a cold brew and an order of Chips and Charred Chipotle Salsa, covered with jalapeno peppers, hickory smoked pork, and cheddar sauce. Next, dig into the Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich, with house smoked pulled pork, sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, and topped with bleu cheese coleslaw. The hours of operation at Wildwood Grill change seasonally, so be sure to call ahead!
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Black Dog Tavern Bar & Grill
Black Dog Tavern Bar & Grill is a sports bar in Hayesville, NC serving cold drinks and American plates. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly patio.
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CJ's Grille
Located in the heart of Bryson City, NC, CJ's Grille is a family-friendly restaurant with a full bar located across the street from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly covered deck.
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Slanted Window Tasting Station
Slanted Window Tasting Station is a dog-friendly eatery with a shaded patio in Franklin, NC. Enjoy dining with Fido at one of a half dozen tables on their outdoor patio, featuring heaters to keep you comfortable on cooler days. This former gas station now serves wine, beer and bourbon tastings in an inviting atmosphere along with a variety of sandwiches, charcuterie boards and flatbreads.
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Nani’s Pizza & Pasta Bar
Nani's Pizza & Pasta Bar is a dog-friendly restaurant in Franklin, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the patio. The menu features pizza with hand-tossed dough, salads, pasta and more.
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J.R. Chophouse
J.R. Chophouse is a pet-friendly restaurant in Franklin, NC, where your leashed pup is welcome to dine with you at a table on their outdoor patio. They even have a dog menu for Fido. Enjoy their selection of succulent seafood dishes and steak entrees along with a cocktail or pint of craft beer.
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The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop
Dogs are welcome at four outdoor tables at The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop. You'll need to leave Fido outside while you order and pay inside, so plan accordingly. The Filling Station Deli & Sub Shop serves warm soups and chili in sourdough bread bowls, hot and cold sandwiches, and crisp greens topped with a scoop of tuna salad, egg salad, or chicken salad. Save room for a homemade ice cream sandwich! The Filling Station & Deli is open Monday - Saturday 11am - 4pm.
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Mountview Bistro at Fontana Village Resort
Mountview Bistro at Fontana Village Resort serves up elevated American fare. Choose from breakfast, lunch, and dinner options including omelettes, pancakes, biscuits, appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, lunch baskets, steak, pasta, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Stop in for lunch and start with an appetizer of Fried Green Tomatoes drizzled with local honey and sriracha ranch dressing. Later, sink your teeth into the Roast Beef Dip sandwich with thinly sliced roast beef, Swiss cheese, and caramelized onions on a toasted French roll, served with herb au jus. Their menu and hours change seasonally, so be sure to call ahead!
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Gracious Plates on Main
Gracious Plates on Main is a farm-to-fork restaurant in Franklin, TN. Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly tables outside. Gracious Plates on Main offers fresh food made with locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy tasty salads along with shareable appetizers like the Tempura Shrimp or the Chef's Daily Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms. Save room for dessert dishes like the cheesecake with bananas foster!
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Dragon's Den Grill
Located within the Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort in Robbinsville, NC, Dragon's Den Grill allows Fido to tag along for the day and you can snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Menu options include pancakes, French toast, biscuits, burgers, hotdogs, bratwurst, wings, pulled pork, and more.
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BSG Café
BSG Café is a pet-friendly coffeehouse and shop in Hayesville, NC. They serve blonde, medium, dark and espresso roast coffees along with bagels and pastries. Your pup can join you on the front patio or inside, where you can order them a Sticky Snout whipped cream treat.
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