Dog Friendly Fast Food Restaurants in Durham, NC

There are 5 pet friendly fast food restaurants in Durham that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 14 more nearby. 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 Durham. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly King's Sandwich Shop
King's Sandwich Shop For anyone looking for a classic American meal, check out King's Sandwich Shop, which has pet-friendly outdoor tables on their covered patio where you and Fido can enjoy your food on a beautiful day. Step up to King's walk-up window and it'll be like you've been transported back to an earlier age as you order one of their hot dogs, burgers, fries, or shakes. Be sure to order a hot dog for Fido! Vegetarian options are also available. See Details
Pet Friendly Freddy Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Freddy Frozen Custard & Steakburgers For anyone looking for either a meal or a treat, check out Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, which has five pet-friendly outdoor tables for you and your dog to enjoy on a nice day. Freddy's is a chain known for their steakburgers made with 100% pure ground beef, pressed thin to make crispy edges, as well as their custard. Try a sundae, cone, Oreo sandwich, or a shake, and don't forget Fido- Freddy's offers pup cups so your dog can have a treat while you do! See Details
Cook Out Durham Cook Out in Durham has pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along. This fast-food chain is known for fresh, never frozen hamburgers and 40+ different milkshakes in flavors like peanut butter, cheesecake, strawberry, and other seasonal favorites. The menu also offers hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, corn dogs, hushpuppies, fries and more. A drive-thru window is also available, so you don't have to tie your dog up outside while you order. See Details
Panera Bread Durham Panera Bread in Durham has half a dozen pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or baked egg souffle. They're also known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and refreshing drinks. They even have a full espresso and coffee bar. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido needs to wait outside while you go in to order. See Details
The Dog House Guess Rd The Dog House offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in Durham, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy a meal at one of the picnic tables on the lot patio. Their menu includes loaded hot dogs, burgers, barbecue sandwiches, fried snacks, soft drinks and more. See Details
Mojoe's Burger Joint Mojoe's Burger Joint will get you going with a satisfying menu of favorites and a big patio that's perfect for pups. See Details
Char Grill 1 Char Grill 1 is an old-style walk-up restaurant serving great shakes and seasoned fries, and best of all you can bring your pooch! See Details
The Dog House The Dog House, located in Hillsborough, NC, is a casual fast-food-style eatery that serves up a variety of classic American fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. The Dog House is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 7pm. See Details
PDQ PDQ on Winston Hill Drive has four pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. PDQ specializes in chicken tenders, which you can get crispy or grilled with a variety of dipping sauces. You can get your tenders in a sandwich, bowls, and salads as well. To go along with your meal, they offer sides like Zucchini Fries Blueberry Coleslaw and more. In addition to Coke products, PDQ has hand spun milkshakes. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Sonic Drive-In If your pup isn't always on his best behavior at traditional restaurants, share a burger with him from the comfort of your own car instead! See Details
Smashburger Smashburger on Falls of Neuse Road has nine pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along. This popular burger chain puts the pressure on their burgers, literally, by smashing them to achieve a sear and bit of crisp to your burger. You can get burgers like Bacon Cheeseburger, Avocado Club, and the Classic Smash. Substitute chicken if you prefer. You can get Smash Fries, tossed with olive oil and herbs, to go along with your meal. Using Haagen Daaz ice cream, Smashburger is also making thick, hand-spun milkshakes. 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
Havana Grill Havana Grill serves baked Cuban pastries and has a walk-up window so you can order with your doggie. See Details
Sonic Drive-In If your pup isn't always on his best behavior at traditional restaurants, share a burger with him from the comfort of your own car instead! See Details
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, located in Cary, is a fast food-style joint that serves up a variety of delicious American-style eats. Choose from menu options including sandwiches, burgers, hot dogs, frozen custard, sundaes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Double Steakburger California Style - two steakburger patties topped with cheese, onion, Freddy's sauce, lettuce, and tomato, served on a toasted bun. Or go for the Chicago Dog Freddy's Style - an all-beef dog topped with mustard, relish, diced onion, sport peppers, celery salt, tomatoes, and pickles, served on a toasted bun. Don't leave without your sweet treat! Savor their PBC and B Sundae - fresh vanilla custard topped with Reese's peanut butter cups, bananas, whipped cream, and a cherry! 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
Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs is a popular American sandwich chain with a dog-friendly location on Walnut Street in Cary, NC. Fido is welcome to join you for a quick bite seated beside a table on the outdoor patio. Firehouse specialize in serving a variety of hot and cold gourmet submarine sandwiches which are made with premium meats & cheeses piled high on a toasted sub roll. Choose a Local Special, Hot Specialty Sub, or Firehouse Pair combo of a sandwich and side. In addition to subs, diners have a choice of added extras such as mac n' cheese, chips, salad, soup, chili, cookies, or a brownie. See Details
Five Guys Raleigh Five Guys in Raleigh is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Fido is welcome to join you outside at one of their five pet-friendly tables. In addition to their famous hand-formed burgers on sesame seed buns with customizable toppings, they also serve sandwiches, hot dogs, fresh-cut fries, milkshakes, and more. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido will need to wait outside while you go inside to place your order. See Details
Panera Bread Cary Panera Bread in Cary has eight pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or baked egg souffle. They're also known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and refreshing drinks. They even have a full espresso and coffee bar. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido needs to wait outside while you go in to order. See Details
Char-Grill Cary Char-Grill is a pet-friendly chain in Cary, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of the 20 outdoor tables. Classic fast-food options like burgers, hot dogs, fries and shakes are available on their menu. While table service isn't provided, they do have a walk-up window, making it convenient for your pup to stay by your side while ordering. See Details
Dallas Famous Chicken Dine with your dog outside at one of the four pet-friendly tables on the patio at Dallas Famous Chicken in Apex, NC. Breakfast, brunch and lunch options include chicken and biscuits, country fried steak, chicken livers, meatloaf, wings and more. Table service isn't provided, so Fido must remain outside while you order inside. See Details
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