Dog Friendly Restaurants in Maine

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 Maine that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Little Tap House
Little Tap House Nestled between the Arts District and historic West End, this quaint neighborhood gastropub offers farm-fresh eats & regional craft beers in a relaxed, rustic space. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy fare favorites ranging from fresh mixed green salads topped with pan-seared salmon to shares like the poutine with braised beef and local cheese curds. For the craft beer connoisseur, Little Tap House offers 14 carefully chosen and rotating local microbrews with styles ranging from popular New England IPAs to interesting Sours and easy-drinking Lagers. Your pup will be greeted with their own bowl of water and treated to a puppy amuse bouche. Chef even offers a Fido menu with boiled carrots and house-made milk bones! Little Tap House is open Monday through Friday from 3pm to 10pm, and Saturday through Sunday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Pet Friendly Mainely Meat BBQ
Mainely Meat BBQ Mainely Meat BBQ is a dog-friendly BBQ joint in Bar Harbor, ME, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on their covered patio. Be sure to ask for the dog menu for your pup! Mainely Meat is serving barbecue classics like pulled pork, smoked chicken, ribs and sausage, plus New York strip steak. Sides are potato salad, coleslaw and beans. You can also get burgers, chicken and grilled cheese for the kiddos. See Details
Mason's Brewing Co. Mason's Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewpub in Brewer, ME with a covered bier garden area with views of the Penobscot River. Although they don't have an official dog menu, they do make their own sweet potato dog treats! Their craft offerings draw influence from the culture and history of beers from across the country and the globe. The menu offers snacks, sandwiches, burgers, salads and pizza. See Details
Stewman's Lobster Pound Downtown Stewman's Lobster Pound in Bar Harbor, ME, is a pet-friendly eatery that loves dogs and will gladly serve Fido a burger from the dog menu. And there's always plenty of lobster for the humans. Be sure to check their hours in advance, as they are only open seasonally. See Details
Flatbread Company Flatbread Company in Portland, ME, serves wood-fired pizzas with organic ingredients with a large dog-friendly deck overlooking Casco Bay. See Details
The Porthole The Porthole in Portland, ME, serves a hearty breakfast of omelettes, corned beef hash, and buttermilk pancakes, and clam chowder, seared crab cakes, fish and chips, and Maine lobster for lunch and dinner. Wharfside deck seating is dog friendly and overlooks the bay. See Details
Rising Tide Brewing Company Rising Tide Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewpub in the East Bayside neighborhood of Portland, ME. This artisan craft brewery offers a variety of beer styles, including lagers, pale ales, IPAs, stouts, ciders, and more. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the outside lot patio. The Galley at Rising Tide is a permanent food vendor that is on site, offering chips and dips, sandwiches, burgers, and chicken. See Details
Bob's Clam Hut Bob's Clam Hut is a great seafood choice in Kittery, ME. They offer coastal classics like crab cakes, a clam strip basket, lobster rolls and more. Outside seating is pet friendly. See Details
Paddy's Irish Pub Enjoy fantastic Bar Harbor dining with a modern Irish twist. Paddy's Irish Pub & Restaurant showcases delicious Irish-American cuisine in a spectacular waterfront setting. Paddy's celebrates Ireland's vibrant pub culture with a hearty menu that includes Irish nachos, crab and lobster dip, lobster bisque, and Guinness BBQ pork. Outdoor seating with water views welcome dogs. See Details
Beal's Lobster Pier Located on the Southwest Harbor, guests to Beal's Lobster Pier can watch the boats roll in as they munch on freshly caught lobster. Those wanting to dine with Fido can sit at the ample outdoor seating and feel the saltwater breeze while scanning the menu, which ranges from Beal's Baskets to a variety of lobster rolls. Frequent visitors to the Lobster Pier recommend ordering the onion rings to accompany your dish and saving room for a slice of pie a la mode. Beal's is open daily from 11am to 8pm. See Details
The Bait Shed Restaurant and Bar Grab a seat on the dog-friendly deck overlooking the Scarborough River at The Bait Shed Restaurant and Bar and dine on traditional favorites like lobster or clam chowder, or try out their signature twists on Maine seafood. Order Fido's dinner from the dog menu featuring a hamburger or two hotdogs served on a Frisbee. See Details
Portland Lobster Company Portland Lobster Company is dog-friendly restaurant open seasonally in Portland, ME. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Along with their award-winning lobster roll, you'll find tons of fresh seafood on the menu in the form of sandwiches, chowder, stew, salads, fried platters, and more. If seafood isn't your thing, there's also burgers and chicken sandwiches. You'll love the locally made Wild Maine Blueberry Pie, homemade blueberry cobbler and Whoopie Pies. See Details
Barnacle Billy's Open only during the summer season, Barnacle Billy's has a pet-friendly outside deck where you can order takeout and sit with your dog. Established over fifty years ago, Barnacle Billy's still serves up boiled lobsters by the pound. There are also seafood sandwiches, steamed clams, lobster stew, and clam chowder, the latter of which past visitors give high marks. For drinks, Barnacle Billy's offers a full bar, and their Special Rum Punch. You can check out the weather and crowds with their live web cam at any time of the day. Open daily 11am to 9pm. See Details
Rudders Public House Rudders Public House in Kittery, ME, is a dog-friendly eatery serving delicious food in a relaxing hometown atmosphere. Relax on the outside deck or patio with your four legged pal. See Details
Lobster Shack at Two Lights Situated just off of Taylor Reef in Cape Elizabeth, ME, is dog-friendly seafood restaurant Lobster Shack at Two Lights. Fido is welcome to join you at one of many outdoor picnic tables when you stop by for a fresh catch. Enjoy spectacular ocean views as you tuck into a lobster roll, Fisherman's Plate, crab salad, or fish burger, at this popular waterfront restaurant. See Details
Eventide Oyster Co. Eventide Oyster Co. in Portland, ME, is a dog friendly seafood eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio. The picnic tables provide good shade during those sunny days! Their menu features pristine shellfish and a fresh take on classic New England fare, including their famous lobster roll. See Details
Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast Jeannie's Great Maine Breakfast, located in Bar Harbor, ME, a casual, dog friendly, and locally owned breakfast spot where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. You are sure to find exactly what you are craving with a vast array of menu options. From homemade oatmeal bread with their signature strawberry rhubarb jam that you will find on every table, to their amazing blueberry pancakes. There are also options for dietary restrictions, such as their Apple and Spice Vegan Pancakes, Island Tofu Scramble, and even their Gluten Free Pancakes. See Details
Peter Ott's on the Water Menu includes clam chowder, crab cakes, lobster fettuccini, seared sea scallops, and filet mignon. Patio seating with harbor views welcome dogs. See Details
Buck's Naked BBQ Buck's Naked BBQ and Steakhouse in Freeport, ME has five pet-friendly outdoor tables where you can dine with your dog. Buck's is serving BBQ favorites like Baby Back Ribs, St. Louis Ribs, Sliced Brisket, Pulled Pork, and Pit Chicken. They also have fire-grilled steaks, including Rib Eye and Hickory Smoked Roasted Prime Rib of Beef. You can pair your meal with potato salad, baked beans, braised collard greens, or a number of other sides. Order one of Buck's playful cocktails like the Grape Popsicle or Blueberry Margarita. See Details
Boothbay Lobster Wharf Boothbay Lobster Wharf is a dog-friendly restaurant in Boothbay Harbor. They welcome pets at outdoor tables whenever the weather is nice. See Details
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