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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Iowa

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 restaurants in Iowa that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Gazali's

Gazali's

Gazali's is a dog-friendly, Mediterranean, counter-serve eatery serving up gyros and other Middle Eastern specialties in Clive, IA. Bring Fido along and try the traditional Lamb Gyro, Spicy Chicken Gyro, or Falafel Sandwich. Walnut or pistachio Baklava is available for dessert, or Hummus for snacking. The usual Greek salads are available as well. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables.

Pet Friendly Red's Alehouse

Red's Alehouse

North Liberty, IA

Red's Alehouse shares a love for craft drinks and good food by serving a diverse range of craft brews on tap, cocktails, and food menus. Fido will have plenty of space on their large outdoor patio with over twenty dog-friendly tables. The food selection features burgers, steak, seafood, sandwiches, flatbreads, and snacks. Many of their dishes can be modified to be gluten free upon request. Red's serves over a dozen beers on tap with many more by the bottle. You'll also find a diverse list of cocktails and wine. Red's Alehouse is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 9:30pm.

The Mucky Duck Pub

The Mucky Duck Pub

The Mucky Duck Pub, located in Ames, IA, is a British-style pub that is family and dog-friendly. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Potato Wedges. Next, chow down on the Fish and Chips, or stop in for breakfast and try the Full English Cyclone Breakfast - two eggs, sausage, bacon, black pudding, hash brown or bubble & squeak, mushrooms, grilled tomato, and beans.

Bar Louie

West Des Moines, IA

A self-proclaimed 'eclectic, urban bar,' Bar Louie is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy handcrafted drinks and from scratch dishes in West Des Moines. ten outdoor tables are available to Bar guests wanting to sip alongside their furry friend. Louie's menu is made up of appetizers such as Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Potstickers, Ginger Garlic Shrimp Lettuce Wraps, and Bacon Chophouse Sliders, as well as, flatbreads, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and plates, including Drunken Fish and Chips, Tuscan Chicken Pasta, Blackened Fish Street Tacos, Baked Mac and Cheese, and Voodoo Chicken. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in a Key Lime 'Shiner or Chocolate Cake.

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom

Big Grove Brewery and Taproom, located in Iowa City, IA, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious brews and eats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Flash-Fried Cauliflower in your choice of Buffalo, Korean BBQ, or Sesame Ginger. Next, chow down on the Pollo Chipotle Tacos with roasted chicken thigh, chipotle sauce, pepitas, queso fresco, white onion, and cilantro. You could also go for the Banh Mi Sandwich with grilled, marinated pork shoulder, sriracha-lime aioli, pickled veggies, jalapeño and cilantro on a toasted bun.

Pullman Bar & Diner

Pullman Bar & Diner

Pullman Bar and Diner dishes out Midwestern diner fare with a twist, cocktails, craft brews, and more in an authentic diner space. Bring Fido along to six dog-friendly outdoor tables and choose from menu options including avocado toast, smoothie bowls, cubano sandwiches, a BLT salad, shrimp and grits, local veggie succotash, and more! Pullman Bar and Diner is open Monday through Thursday from 8am to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 8am to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 8am to 9pm.

Bluebird Cafe

North Liberty, IA

Bluebird Cafe welcomes dogs at four outdoor tables! This cafe works with locally-sourced food partners in the area to serve up a mellow Midwestern menu. Breakfast is available all day everyday and includes classics like steak and eggs, biscuits and gravy, and a wide selection of omelets. Try the Bluebird BQ burger for lunch which comes with bacon, cheddar cheese, fried onions and BBQ sauce. Other favorites include the crab cake po'boy and the portobella salad. Dinner entrees include lasagna, New York strip, meatloaf and more. A fine selection of beer, wine and choice cocktails are available all day in addition to their delectable dessert menu. Bluebird Cafe is open Monday through Sunday 7am to 9pm.

Clyde's Fine Diner

Clyde's Fine Diner

Clyde's Fine Diner in Des Moines, IA, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Clyde's serves upscale American cuisine, reimagined diner classics, craft cocktails and more.

Basta

Voted the Best Italian Restaurant in Johnson County by readers of the Iowa City Press-Citizen, Basta is an upscale pizzeria and ristorante serving up modern Italian cuisine, Napoli-style pizza, and plenty of wine by the bottle or glass just a block away from the Old Capitol. Bring Fido along to several dog-friendly outdoor tables and start out with dates hand-stuffed with Italian sausage and topped with pancetta, Gorgonzola, and Calabrian chile tomato sauce, then go for a Hanger Steak or Margherita pizza. Pasta specials include Crab Spaghetti and Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli. Basta is open seven days a week from 11:00am to 10:00pm.

Front Street Pub & Eatery

Front Street Pub & Eatery

Front Street Pub & Eatery, located in Davenport, is Iowa's oldest brewpub. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on their pet-friendly patio. Their modern pub serves their own handcrafted beers and a food menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, tacos, salads, and entrees like fish and chips, peach whiskey chicken, and salmon risotto.

Backpocket Brewing

Backpocket Brewing

Backpocket Brewing serves a wide range of flavorful Iowa-brewed craft beer in a modern and open atmosphere that offers dog-friendly outside seating on their spacious patio. Patrons can choose from 18 taps of traditional and experimental brews before digging into a hearty food menu that includes charcuterie, salads, dips, brick oven specialty pizza, and for dessert, tiramisu and root beer floats.

Bluebird Diner

Bluebird Diner is a hearty cafe serving up Midwestern soul food like Corned Beef Hash and Eggs, The El Lobo Burger topped with chili verde and melted pepper jack cheese, and Honey-Chipotle Glazed Pork Chops. Bring Fido along to the handful of pet-friendly outdoor tables for breakfast, lunch, or dinner! Start your day off with Steak and Eggs, or stop by for a burger at lunchtime. Try the signature Bluebird Noodles for dinner: linguine with marinara or alfredo and garlic bread. Coffee, wine, and beer are available as well, including a house-brewed Bluebird Bitter beer. Bluebird Diner is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00am to 9:00pm and Sunday from 7:00am to 8:00pm.

LP Street Food

Cedar Rapids, IA

LP Street Food is a dog-friendly eatery in Cedar Rapids, IA. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the patio. Adirondack chairs even have hooks to secure a dog leash! The restaurant offers unpretentious but delicious street food creations from around the globe. Have one of the seasonal cocktails with your meal. Visit their Instagram feed to view the daily specials.

Casa Azul

Our dog amigos are welcome in the patio area

Bread Garden Market & Bakery

Bread Garden Market & Bakery

Bread Garden Market and Bakery in Iowa City is a grocery store with a hot bar serving up specials like chicken tenders, Italian sausage pasta bake, and Asian meatballs, plus plenty of pet-friendly patio seating! Try light fare, Fried Chicken, and Scalloped Corn, grab a bottle of wine from inside the store, and enjoy on the patio with three dog-friendly tables! Bread Garden Market and Bakery is open seven days a week from 6:30am to 10:00pm.

Press Coffee Company

Press Coffee Company

Press Coffee Company is a simple pet-friendly coffee house serving up French-pressed coffee, plus tea, espresso, smoothies and baked goods in Iowa City, IA! Donuts from Daylight Donuts are available on Saturdays and Sundays. Fido is welcome at their outdoor tables, and water bowls are provided outside! Bring him along for a signature French press, or go for an espresso drink.

Big Dave and Holly's

Big Dave and Holly's

Tasty menu includes burgers, wraps, hot dogs, and soft serve ice cream and sundaes for dessert. Outside picnic tables with views of the Mississippi are dog friendly.

Ox Yoke Inn

Ox Yoke Inn offers a limited menu on the pet-friendly patio. Located in a building that dates back to 1856, this National Historic Landmark houses a menu full of old world German and American recipes that have been passed down from generation to generation, including a popular honey apple pork dish that has been featured on Pork Paradise on the Travel Channel. The Ox Yoke Inn is open Monday through Thursday from 8am to 8pm, Friday to Saturday from 8am to 9pm, and Sunday from 9am to 7pm.

Treehouse Pub & Eatery

Treehouse Pub & Eatery

Treehouse Pub & Eatery, located in Bettendorf, IA, is a cozy restaurant serving upscale pub-fare. Dogs are welcome at one of the pet-friendly outdoor tables.

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co

Toppling Goliath Brewing Co is a dog friendly brewery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Pair one of their small batch brews with a menu item such as wings, baked pretzel, salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, pizza, and more.

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