Dog Friendly Restaurants in South Padre Island, TX

There are 24 dog-friendly restaurants in South Padre Island 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 South Padre Island. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Rita's Restaurant Bar
Rita's Restaurant Bar Rita's Restaurant Bar in South Padre Island has a Fur Kids dog menu and an extensive menu for humans that includes everything from Tex-Mex faves to pizza. Choose from a wide selection of fresh seafood like coconut shrimp and red snapper. Rita's is popular for its margaritas, too. Patio seating is dog friendly. See Details
Pet Friendly Lobo Del Mar Cafe
Lobo Del Mar Cafe Lobo Del Mar Cafe, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious grub for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables overlooking the water while you enjoy your meal. Enjoy delicious egg dishes, seafood, burgers, sandwiches, pasta dishes and more. Ask about something for Fido from their food menu! See Details
Coconut Jack's Coconut Jack's, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a casual bar and grill that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your day. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Cheese Fries, then chow down on the Peel and Eat Shrimp, or go for the Fried Fish Fillet. Coconut Jack's is open Thursday through Monday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Padre Island Brewing Co Padre Island Brewing Co, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a dog-friendly microbrewery and eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the porch. They offer a wide menu with fresh food and warm service. Menu items include appetizers like beer battered stuff mushrooms, wings, shrimp, and onion rings, plus salads, burgers, taco wraps, pizza, sandwiches, a variety of dinner entrees, and more. Wash it all down with one of their handcrafted brews! See Details
Cafe on the Beach Cafe on the Beach is a dog-friendly eatery that is part of The Palms Resort in South Padre Island, TX. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the deck. Try a beach breakfast special served with a fresh fruit garnish, or a soup, salad, or basket. Specialty coffee is served and a full bar is available. See Details
Tequila Sunset Bar & Grill Tequila Sunset Bar & Grill is a dog-friendly, bayfront bar and grill in South Padre Island, TX that also functions as an open-air music venue. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. See Details
The Meatball Cafe The Meatball Cafe, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a casual Italian eatery that serves up a variety of delicious 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 Calamari - battered and deep-fried, garnished with parsley and parmesan cheese, served with marinara. Next, chow down on the Mortadella Panini with mortadella, sauteed mushrooms, spinach, fresh oregano, minced garlic, pesto, ricotta, and mozzarella, served on toasted ciabatta. Or go for the Di' Luna Pizza topped with gorgonzola, mozzarella, aged parmesan, fontina, Kalamata olives, artichokes, basil, mushrooms, and anchovies. The Meatball Cafe is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Clayton's Clayton's serves burgers, seafood, and Mexican dishes. It's the biggest beach bar in Texas with a spacious dog-friendly deck overlooking the water. See Details
Mahi Nic Mahi Nic’s is an outdoor seafood restaurant on South Padre Island. This dockside eatery serves fresh favorites like their signature Blackened Mahi-Mahi Sandwich, Shrimp Tacos, Pulled Pork, Gourmet Hotdogs or a Burger done your way. Each hearty entrée comes with our giant, one of a kind, hand-cut fries. Top off your meal with a frozen drink as you enjoy the waterfront view or one of our spectacular sunsets. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables. See Details
Russo's New York Pizzeria Russo's New York Pizzeria, located in South Padre Island, is a casual pizzeria that serves up a variety of delicious eats. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, pizza, calzones, sandwiches, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Calamari Fritti seasoned with sea salt and pepper, then lightly fried, served with Russo's homemade marinara. Next, chow down on the Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza topped with fresh Roma tomatoes, thinly-sliced prosciutto, sweet basil, arugula, mozzarella, fresh garlic, and organic extra virgin olive oil. Or go for the Margherita Pie topped with Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, mozzarella, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil. If pizza isn't your thing, try the Italian Deli Sandwich with prosciutto, soppressata salami, ham, mortadella, provolone, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and olive dressing. See Details
Jake's Restaurant & Bar Jake's Restaurant & Bar, located in South Pardre Island, TX, is a casual, dog friendly, local island staple where Fido is welcome to join you for lunch or dinner at an outdoor patio table. Their menu features a large variety of items including burgers, sandwiches, steaks, soup, salads, seafood platters, fried chicken and much more. See Details
Gabriella's Italian Grill & Pizzeria Gabriella's is a family style restaurant serving traditional Italian food and offering over 700 bottles of wine and dozens of craft beer. Menu includes bruschetta, fried ravioli, tomato basil bisque, homemade pasta, brick oven pizza, chicken marsala, and Bourbon Street steak. Front patio welcomes dogs. See Details
LongBoard Bar & Grill LongBoard Bar and Grill, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a breezy bar and eatery that serves up a variety of tasty cuisine. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your day and a gorgeous waterfront view. Start off with a craft cocktail and an order of the Conch Fritters served with mango salsa. Next, chow down on the Cubano Sandwich with roasted pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, and garlic mojo sauce. Or go for the Classic Fish and Chips - beer-battered Atlantic cod served with natural-cut fries and Caribbean coleslaw. See Details
D Pizza Joint D Pizza Joint, located in South Padre Island, TX, is a casual pizzeria that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Please note the patio is not always open, so it's best to call ahead before venturing out with Fido. See Details
Cafe Karma Cafe Karma is a dog-friendly coffeehouse on South Padre Island, TX, where Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. Cafe Karma is a laid-back coffeehouse featuring specialty coffee drinks, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, more than 15 flavors of ice cream, and pastries. Take in the hand-painted floors, custom artwork, and relaxing music as you relax and enjoy your cup of joe! See Details
The Lookout Bar + Refuge Located at the La Quinta Inn and Suites, The Lookout Bar and Refuge is a dog-friendly beachfront restaurant serving South Padre Island locals and tourists alike. The Lookout Bar and Refuge offers fifteen outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a Fried Fish Sandwich, topped with muenster cheese and cilantro ranch dressing, alongside Fido. The Lookout's menu is comprised of pizzas, seafood dishes, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and other dishes including Hot Wings, Fajita Taquitos, Fancy Dogs, and Chicken Fingers. The Lookout Bar and Refuge is open seven days a week from 11am to 10pm. See Details
KIC's Ice Cream Bring Fido to KIC's Ice Cream Shop, located in the entertainment district of South Padre Island, TX, for a pup cup. Its pet-friendly outdoor seating features a sunset view. KIC's sells 16 flavors of Blue Bell Ice cream, Pineapple Dole Soft Serve, sundaes with unlimited toppings, floats, banana splits, milkshakes and more. See Details
Whataburger Whataburger is a dog-friendly, fast food restaurant chain with a location in South Padre Island. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables and you can use the drive-thru to place your order. Their menu features signature burgers with tons of topping combinations like jalapeno and cheese, or avocado and bacon. They also offer chicken, breakfast bites, and fresh salads. You can satisfy your sweet tooth with a hot apple pie or a milkshake. See Details
Montana's the Kraken Montana's The Kraken is a dog-friendly restaurant in South Padre Island, TX, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table for breakfast, lunch or dinner. In the morning guests can enjoy menu options like pancakes, omelets, breakfast tacos, and country fried steak. Lunch and dinner choices include sandwiches, burgers, tacos, enchiladas, and daily specials like coconut shrimp, fish and chips, or grilled salmon. See Details
F&B South Padre Island Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor, dog-friendly patio at F&B South Padre Island, a restaurant in South Padre Island, TX. Enjoy menu items like steamed clams, steak tartare, duck breast and seafood risotto, which you can pair with one of their specialty cocktails or wines. They also serve a kids menu and mocktails. See Details
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