Dog Friendly Restaurants in Madison, WI

There are 82 pet friendly restaurants in Madison 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 Madison. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Alchemy
Alchemy Alchemy is an upscale American eatery located in Madison, WI. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table as you sip on a signature cocktail like the Alchemy Brandy Old-Fashioned. This dog-friendly restaurant incorporates items from local farmers, brewers and artists. The menu includes shareable plates, handhelds, entrees and more. See Details
Pet Friendly Boathouse Restaurant
Boathouse Restaurant You can bring Fido to the Boathouse Restaurant in Madison, WI, where they offer lots of pet-friendly seating outside. Located at lake level, the Boathouse serves authentic Wisconsin favorites like a chicken BLT on Stella's Spicy Cheese Bread. Alternatively, you can try some of their peel and eat shrimp or the one pound lobster roll. Pair your meal with one of their draught beers or cocktails. See Details
Karben4 Karben4 is a dog-friendly brewery in Madison, WI, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. You'll find plenty of beers by the bottle or on draft. One of the most popular draft beers is Fantasy Factory, exceptional citrus flavors, and aromas that collaborate with soft bready notes surrendered from premium English golden malted barley. See Details
Bassett Street Brunch Club The dog-friendly Bassett Street Brunch Club specializes in serving classic brunch cuisine with a modern twist in a sleek and stylish downtown location. A menu chock-full of delicious dishes includes bacon and eggs, omelets, pork carnitas hash, chicken and biscuits, coconut cream pie French toast, lemon ricotta pancakes, grilled shrimp Cobb salad, burgers and sandwiches, steak frites, blackened salmon, and for dessert, house-made donuts, and red velvet cake. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the outdoor patio. Bassett Street Brunch Club is open Monday through Thursday from 7am to 10pm, Friday 7am to midnight, Saturday 8am to midnight, and Sunday 8am to 10pm. See Details
Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. Great Dane Pub & Brewing Co. in Madison, WI is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious drinks and tasty fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Enjoy food options like poutine, wings, salads, rice bowls, tacos and more. They also serve a wide variety of craft beers brewed in house. See Details
Green Owl A nice little cafe on Madison's near Eastside that offers interesting vegetarian and vegan options, including some "faux-meat" style dishes. Outside patio welcomes dogs. See Details
Echo Tap and Grill Echo Tap and Grill, located in Madison, WI, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious grub. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza, calzones, burgers, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their twelve pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Cheese Curds served with your choice of dipping sauce. Next, chow down on the Echo Burger topped with a brat patty, fried onions, American cheese, and pepper jack cheese. Or go for Jacey's White Pizza topped with ricotta cheese, baby spinach, artichokes, sundried tomatoes, and garlic sauce. Echo Tap and Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 9am to 2am, and Friday through Saturday from 9am to 2:30am. See Details
Tipsy Cow During warmer months, enjoy a variety of Wisconsin fare while your dog enjoys a bowl of fresh cool water on The Tipsy Cow's patio in Madison. Their menu highlights a variety of ingredients from the Badger State, such as rolls from Clasen's Bakery, Nueske's bacon, and Knoche's meat items. The seasonal patio closes during the winter season. Calling ahead is recommended to ensure a pet-friendly outdoor table is available. See Details
Lucille Lucille is a tri-level fresh cocktail, craft beer, pizza and shared platters venue located at the gateway of Madison’s historic culinary and entertainment center – the First Settlement District of Madison, WI. The locally-sourced, yet globally inspired menu features wood-fired pizza, Wisco-Detroit cheddar-crusted black steel pan pizza, and artfully crafted Pan-Latin cuisine. Outdoor seating welcomes well-behaved dogs, and reservations are recommended. See Details
Sweet Home Wisconsin Sweet Home Wisconsin in Madison, WI, is a dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. They offer nostalgic Wisconsin comfort food with a Chicago twist. Dogs are not only welcome, but encouraged to join you! Their menu includes favorites such as Wisconsin cheese curds, wings, salads, brats, Chicago dogs, burgers, melts, sandwiches (like the Italian beef!), and more. A full bar is also available. See Details
Black Locust Cafe Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table at Black Locust Cafe, a dog-friendly eatery in Madison, WI. Enjoy drinks options like coffee, beer, and kombucha. Some of their food options include crepes, avocado toast, biscuits and gravy, sandwiches and more. They also serve a variety of vegan and vegetarian options. See Details
Banzo Banzo serves up other freshly made Mediterranean dishes in Madison, WI. This dog-friendly restaurant has an extensive menu including hummus, babaganush, couscous and majadra rice. American staples, such as Philly cheesesteak, beef sliders, chicken pitas and hand-cut chips and french fries are on the menu, too. There are also plenty of vegetarian options, unique soups and salads that are made daily and exquisite desserts. Leashed dogs are allowed at outside tables. See Details
Madison Sourdough Madison Sourdough is a dog-friendly establishment. This modern oven bakery and patisserie produces plenty of bread, pastry, and other food items. If you're up nice and early, you can join them for breakfast. Their breakfast menu includes eggs diablo, potato hash, eggs benedict, and french toast. For lunch, sink your teeth into the loaded grilled cheese, topped with whipped cream cheese, Carr Valley smoked fontina, herbed aioli, red onion jam, mushrooms, and cauliflower on sunflower wheat sourdough. Madison Sourdough is open Monday through Saturday from 6:30am to 5:00pm and Sunday from 8:00am to 5:00pm. See Details
Red Rock Saloon For rockin' country music, savory BBQ, and dog-friendly outside tables, stop by Red Rock Saloon, a lively bar and music venue located in the heart of downtown. Quench that thirst with a cold draft brew or classic cocktail, then dig into tasty eats such as poutine, fried chicken biscuit sliders, brisket sandwiches, baby back ribs, mac and cheese, and spicy BBQ platters. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the enclosed outdoor seating area. Red Rock Saloon is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 2am and Friday and Saturday 11am to 2:30am. See Details
Forage Kitchen Forage Kitchen is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy unique salads, juices, and grain bowls made from local and organic ingredients in Madison. Visitors to Forage can bring Fido and head to one of its three, eight top tables to dig in. The Kitchen's menu is comprised of salads, grain-bowls, cold-pressed juices, acai bowls, smoothies, kombucha, and refreshers and snacks. Customizable dishes are also available. Forage Kitchen is open Monday from 9am to 3pm, Tuesday through Friday from 9am to 9pm and Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 8pm. See Details
State Street Brats State Street Brats is a dog-friendly sports bar for Wisconsin Badger fans in Madison, WI. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the large outdoor patio on bustling State Street. The menu features the original red bratwurst, fried cheese curds, and pub favorites. There are several beers on tap. See Details
Young Blood Beer Company Young Blood Beer Company is a hip and trendy dog-friendly bar located just minutes from The Wisconsin State Capitol in Madison, WI. Fido is welcome on their spacious outdoor patio while you sip an ice-cold beer. The menu features a delicious selection of street food and snacks; try their signature Jenga Tots- stacked housemade tots with smoked paprika and garlic aoli. See Details
Cargo Coffee East Cargo Coffee East is a family-owned, dog-friendly coffee shop in Madison, WI, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the patio. They roast their own coffee weekly, plus serve a variety of pastries, egg sandwiches, wraps, and salads, as well as beer and wine. See Details
Michael's Frozen Custard Michael's Frozen Custard is a fast-food-style restaurant in Madison, WI. They have a dog-friendly outdoor patio with tables you can sit at with Fido. This frozen treat shop serves different custard flavors as well as burgers, hot dogs and more! See Details
Argus Bar & Grill Great outdoor seating that welcomes dogs and offers a great menu of salads, sandwiches, burgers, and wraps. Sidewalk tables allow dogs. See Details
La Brioche True Food La Brioche True Food, located in Madison, WI, is a casual cafe-style joint that serves up a variety of delicious dishes prepared with locally-sourced, organic ingredients. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their fourteen pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Charred Brussels Sprouts with bacon vinaigrette, onion, fennel, winter squash, and dried cherries. Next, chow down on the beet ravioli, or go for the spicy turkey sandwich See Details
Tip Top Tavern Tip Top Tavern is a dog-friendly American-style restaurant in Madison, WI where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This restaurant serves Wisconsin favorites, like cheese curds, fried pickles, fried walleye, and mac & cheese. Don't forget to ask for their drink menu while you're there, and try their Patio Painkiller cocktail! See Details
Tempest Oyster Bar Tempest Oyster Bar is a dog-friendly restaurant serving fresh seafood dishes to Madison locals and tourists alike. Dog owners can head to one of the Oyster Bar's eight outdoor tables to dig into a plate of Fish and Chips alongside their furry friend. Tempest's menu includes starters such as Whitefish Cakes, Mussels, and a Shrimp Cocktail, towers, salads, sandwiches, fish, crab, lobster, steaks, chops, and specialty dishes. Frequent visitors recommend ordering the Smoke Stack appetizer to start off your meal. Tempest Oyster Bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 4pm to 9pm and Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 12am. See Details
Babcock Hall Dairy Store Babcock Hall Dairy Store is a dog-friendly shop serving savory and sweet dishes to Madison locals and tourists alike. Dog owners with a sweet tooth can head to one of Babcock Hall's two outdoor tables to enjoy a scoop of ice cream alongside their furry friend. The Dairy Store's popular menu includes breakfast sandwiches and burritos, local pastries, coffee drinks, sandwiches, a Wisconsin Quesadilla, cheeses, and ice cream in flavors such as Alley-Oop, Blue Moon, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Orange Custard Chocolate Chip, and more. Babcock Hall Dairy is open Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 5:30pm and Saturday from 11:00am to 4:00pm. See Details