Dog Friendly Mexican Restaurants in North Carolina

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great Mexican restaurants in North Carolina that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Corolla Cantina
Corolla Cantina Corolla Cantina, located in Corolla, NC, is a casual, dog-friendly bar and eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at a covered, outdoor table with sunset and lighthouse views. Their menu features Mexican cuisine with a coastal flair. All of their salsa and guacamole is made fresh daily and is a delicious addition to any of their menu items, which include nachos, Baja fish burritos, sesame seared tuna, jumbo lump crab cakes, and our famous fish tacos. Vegan and vegetarian options, and a full bar are also available. See Details
Pet Friendly Shaka Taco
Shaka Taco Shaka Taco in Surf City, NC, is a dog friendly taco joint where Fido can join you at a table on their outdoor patio. Patrons order from a window and may dine on the patio, or carry their tasty treats to their destination of choice. The menu is comprised of ingredients sourced as locally as possible for their tacos, taco bowls, wings, and acai bowls. See Details
The Cantina at Historic Biltmore Village The Cantina at Historic Biltmore Village is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant located in Asheville's historic Biltmore Village. The menu features Southwestern/Mexican fare made with fresh ingredients, and their Tequila Bar features locally-made craft beers and a large selection of fine tequilas. There are several vegan and vegetarian options on the menu, too. Dogs are welcome on the covered patio, but be mindful that service may not be available in cooler months or during busy times, so you may need to order your food to go and enjoy outside. See Details
Plaza Azteca Plaza Azteca, located in Kill Devil Hills, is a casual Mexican eatery that serves up fresh, delicious cuisine. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their ten pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a signature margarita and an order of the Grilled Pineapple Guacamole with creamy avocado, lime juice, grilled pineapple, sundried tomatoes, jalapenos, red onions, goat cheese, and cilantro. Next, chow down on the Molcajete Azteca - a hot volcanic stone bowl filled with rib eye steak, butterflied chicken breast, grilled shrimp, poblano peppers, onions, pineapple, homemade pastor salsa, and shredded cheese, served with rice, beans, and flour tortillas. Or go for the Shrimp Tacos filled with shrimp sauteed in a bisque, topped with goat cheese, cilantro, tomato, and chile de Arbol sauce. See Details
Nollie's Taco Joint Nollie's Taco Joint is a laid back Mexican eatery serving a SoCal-inspired menu of tacos, quesadillas, and nachos along with beer and wine. Bring Fido to join you on the pet-friendly patio, where he can enjoy a special taco made with canines in mind. See Details
Chuy's Tex-Mex Chuy's Tex-Mex is a dog-friendly restaurant serving authentic Tex-Mex food in an eclectic atmosphere. Visitors to Raleigh with Fido in tow and a craving for Chile Con Queso can head to one of Chuy's outdoor tables to dig in. The menu is made up of appetizers, salads, soups, burritos, tacos, enchiladas, fajitas, and house specialties such as Chile Rellenos, Chicken Flautas, a Steak Burrito, and Elvis Green Chile Fried Chicken. See Details
Gonza Tacos Y Tequila Gonza Tacos Y Tequila is a dog-friendly eatery in Raleigh, NC. Gonza offers a relaxed and festive atmosphere to go along with a traditional Mexican menu of tacos, quesadillas, fajitas, and enchiladas. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. See Details
La Rancherita Located in the Heritage Place shopping complex, La Rancherita serves authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex creations in a casual, festive setting that welcomes dogs at outdoor tables. Belly up to the tequila bar before satisfying the appetite with flavorful offerings such as pineapple guacamole, steak con queso, sizzling fajitas, carne asada, Baja fish tacos, chorizo quesadillas, chicken flautas, lemon fish fillet, and custom made combo plates served with rice and refried beans. Dogs are welcome at the front outdoor umbrella tables, weather permitting. La Rancherita opens at 11am seven days a week. See Details
Beer Barrio Beer Barrio is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 11:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 1:00am. They pride themselves on using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create their dishes. Choose from an extensive list of craft beers, or try one of their specialty cocktails like the Mexi-Mule, crafted with habanero-infused Pinnacle vodka, fresh lemonade, and ginger beer. Bring Fido along on your trip and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Start with an order of Elote - grilled corn on the cob with grated cheese, mayo, Mexican spices, and fresh lime. Next, try the Al Pastor taco - beer brined grilled pork tenderloin, queso fresco, homemade salsa verde, jalapenos, and crispy tortilla strips all in a locally crafted tortilla. See Details
Taco Billy Taco Billy, located in Asheville, NC, is a casual taco shop that serves up a variety of delicious Mexican-style fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal (pups must be tied outside while you go inside to order). Try the Morita Taco - a flour tortilla filled with Morita chili-stewed pork and potatoes, tangy slaw, cilantro, and jalapeno crema. Or go for the Migas Breakfast Taco - a crispy fried tortilla with eggs, onions, jalapenos, tomatoes, and Colby-jack cheese. Taco Billy is open Tuesday through Sunday for breakfast and lunch from 7am to 3pm. 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
White Duck Taco Shop The White Duck Taco Shop is a dog-friendly eatery in Asheville, NC. This River Arts District location welcomes Fido at outdoor tables. Spicy Buffalo Chicken and Bangkok Shrimp tacos are popular menu items, and everything is priced A La Carte to maintain an affordable cost. Fresh and inventive, White Duck is a must stop for fans of Mexican cuisine. See Details
Papa's & Beer This Carolinas-based Mexican spot in Hendersonville, NC has five dog-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your pup along. Papa's & Beer has a huge menu of Mexican dishes from tacos to tortas. They offer twenty different burritos including the Organic Spinach Burrito, Chile Verde, and Burrito California. There are many traditional specialties including Pollo Veracruz and Steak Ranchero. If you aren't sure what to order, try a combination platter. If you like your food sizzling and spicy, there's the Jose Cuervo Fajitas, with chicken, steak, fish and shrimp and, of course, tequila. For something sweet, save room for Churros or Sopapillas. See Details
Salsas Salsas is a dog-friendly restaurant in Asheville, NC, that serves Mexican/Caribbean dishes, including empanadas, enchiladas, quesadillas, and margaritas. FIdo is welcome to join you at the tables in the alley. See Details
Dos Taquitos Mexican Restaurant Dos Taquitos Mexican Restaurant in Raleigh, NC, offers authentic Mexican cuisine with an intimate menu of handcrafted dishes. They have a few dog-friendly tables outside, but advise you call ahead to secure a table for yourself and your pup. You'll find a selection of unique and flavorful options with tortillas, steak, chicken, queso and more. See Details
White Duck Taco Shop White Duck Taco Shop in Hendersonville, NC, is a dog-friendly, colorful outpost of a taqueria mini-chain known for its eclectic, ever-changing combinations. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their umbrella-shaded outdoor tables. Enjoy a variety of delicious tacos with toppings such as jerk chicken, Korean beef, black beans, fish, duck, shrimp and more. Soups, chips with salsa or queso and desserts are also available. See Details
Chile Rojo Chile Rojo is a Mexican eatery that serves up delicious, authentic cuisine. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, dips, fajitas, quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, tamales, chimichangas, chicken, beef, seafood, salads, vegetarian dishes, and more. Fido is more than welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with the Chile Rojo Nachos - a bed of crispy tortilla chips piled high with beans, tender beef, grilled chicken, shrimp, chorizo, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and cheese sauce. Next, chow down on the Quesadilla a la Diabla - a large cheese quesadilla stuffed with grilled shrimp cooked with onions and habanero sauce, served with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocado slices. Chile Rojo is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 11:00am to 9:30pm. See Details
Mi Pueblo Mi Pueblo is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:30pm. This Mexican eatery serves up a variety of fresh and authentic dishes including nachos, fajitas, burritos, enchiladas, chicken, seafood, beef, pork, soups, salads, and more. Bring Fido along for the day and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Start your meal off with an order of Guacamole Regional made with chunky, fresh avocados cut in pieces and topped with pico de gallo, and served with golden flour tortilla chips. Next, try the Burrito Mexicano - a flour tortilla stuffed with your choice of chicken, pork or ground beef, cooked with tomatoes, onions, and bell peppers topped with cheese dip, lettuce, tomatoes and guacamole and served with Mexican rice and refried beans. See Details
Quixote Fine Cuisine Quixote Fine Cuisine is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant in Brevard, NC. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you at a table with umbrellas on the outdoor patio. Try the authentic Guadalajara Mexican favorites here, like Camarones a la Naranja, Filete a la Mexicana, Molcajete, or Chile en Nogada! See Details
Los Amigos Los Amigos is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant in Waynesville, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. You will enjoy a variety of traditional Mexican dishes prepared just the way you like them. Try their enchiladas verdes, chimichangas, shrimp fajitas, or their chiles rellenos. This restaurant is respectful of dietary restrictions and has an additional vegetarian menu as well. See Details
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