Dog Friendly Restaurants in Michigan

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

Pet Friendly The Little Fleet
The Little Fleet This open-air bar in Traverse City, MI serves local, domestic, and international craft beers, curated cocktails, spirits, and wines all in the shadow of Traverse City's only food truck lot. Food trucks can be found throughout the afternoon and evening offering a variety of tasty eats. Dogs are welcome in the spacious canopied, pet-friendly seating area. See Details
Pet Friendly Taproot Cider House
Taproot Cider House Taproot Cider House, located in Traverse City, MI, is a casual joint that serves up crisp ciders and a variety of farm-to-table eats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a hard cider and an order of the Blue Corn Nachos topped with local pork, housemade cherry BBQ sauce, organic grape tomatoes, avocado sour cream, and Paradise Acres micro salad. Next, chow down on the Whitefish Tacos - corn tortillas filled with seasoned local whitefish, organic cabbage slaw, bibb lettuce, local cheddar, and spicy mayo. Or go for the Hippi Tree Sandwich with organic cucumbers, red onions, heirloom tomatoes, avocado, Paradise Acres sunflower sprouts, and house-peppered mayo on grain bread. See Details
Petoskey Brewing Petoskey Brewing is a dog-friendly industrial taproom located in Petoskey, MI. Fido is welcome to accompany you to an umbrella-shaded table in the beer garden. Alongside a wide selection of beer, Petoskey sell three flavors of their hard seltzer; Cucumber Lime, Wild Berry, and Michigan Cherry. Pair your beverage of choice with a burger, sandwich, chicken wings, or soft pretzel. Visit on a Friday to sample their Shrimp Basket special. See Details
Grizzly Peak Brewing Company Grizzly Peak Brewing Company is a pet-friendly establishment in Ann Arbor, MI, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. This establishment has a dog menu that offers burgers, chicken or salmon with rice, kielbasa with peanut butter, and ice cream. For pet parents, you can enjoy specialty burgers, hot sandwiches, artisan pizza, BBQ baby back ribs and shrimp tacos. See Details
Haymarket Brewery & Taproom Haymarket Brewery & Taproom is a rustic brewpub in Bridgman, MI, that offers a rotating selection of house brews, pub food, and dog-friendly outdoor seating. Table service isn't provided, so Fido must remain outside while you order inside, or the staff may be able to run out and take your order. Their outdoor patio has picnic tables, umbrellas, and a lawn with several firepits and lounge chairs. See Details
Round Island Kitchen Round Island Kitchen is a pet-friendly tavern in Mackinac Island, MI. They offer cocktails, beer on tap, and a wide selection of wine to complement a food menu that includes chicken quesadillas, Michigan perch sandwiches and stout braised pot roast. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables. See Details
Scalawags Scalawags is a dog-friendly eatery in Mackinaw City, MI, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. Scalawags serves a host of tasty seafood options, as well as a grilled chicken sandwich, hot dog, ham sandwich and more. Table service is not available, so Fido will have to save your seat while you go inside to order. See Details
The Deck The Deck, located in Muskegon, MI, is a casual, dog friendly BBQ eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. They offer a full menu of specialty smoked foods made in house from scratch, including pulled pork, beef brisket, smoked chicken, and sausage, as well as nachos, fresh salads, and burritos. And for those who prefer it, they also offer gluten- and allergy-free food choices. See Details
Wicks Park Wicks Park in Saugatuck, MI offers an inviting bar and grill atmosphere to complement a menu of tasty American cuisine. Choose from traditional favorites such as beef sliders, New Orleans style gumbo, western burgers, fish tacos, Sicilian pizza, and a quality selection of craft, domestic, and imported beer. Covered outdoor patio is pet friendly for leashed dogs. See Details
Portside Inn Portside Inn is a dog-friendly restaurant in Marquette, MI, where Fido can join you at a table on their seasonal outdoor porch. The menu features salads, sandwiches, burgers, Southwest favorites, steak, chicken and seafood dinners, and a Friday fish fry. While they don't have a full dog menu, they do have a doggy burger you can order for your pup as well as a fresh bowl of water. See Details
Sidetrack Bar & Grill Sidetrack Bar & Grill is a historic restaurant located in Ypsilanti, MI. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the two dog-friendly outside seating areas, and they even have a dog menu for him to enjoy! Sidetrack offers an extensive menu of comfort food including burgers, sandwiches, fish & chips and more. You can also sip on more than 30 beers on tap. See Details
Cherry Republic Family-friendly cafe, winery, and ice cream restaurant in Glen Arbor, MI that sell all things associated with cherries. Cafe menu includes chili, salads. sandwiches, burgers, and plenty of yummy dessert treats. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor, pet-friendly seating area. See Details
Ludington Bay Brewing Co. Ludington Bay Brewing Co., located in Ludington, MI, is a casual brewpub that serves up a variety of delicious grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the chicken wings in your choice of sauce, the Turkey LBBC Wrap, or the Jalapeno Popper Pie topped with garlic cream cheese, jalapeno bacon, and white cheddar. See Details
Mercury Burger and Bar Mercury Burger and Bar is a dog-friendly spot to grab American fare for locals and tourists alike in Detroit, MI. Visitors wanting to dig into a plate of Buffalo Tots while their furry friend lounges underfoot can do so at one of its many shaded outdoor tables on the heated patio. This eatery's menu includes a variety of burgers with an array of extra toppings available, as well as sandwiches, hot dogs, salads, hand-cut fry and tater tot dishes, shakes, and more. Favorites include the Fried Bologna Sandwich with Poutine Tots, and the Hummer, a sweet treat with Kahlua, dark rum, and vanilla ice cream. See Details
North Pier Brewing Company North Pier Brewing Company is a locally owned and operated brewery in Benton Harbor, MI, just off the Lake Michigan shore in SW Michigan. They offer dog-friendly seating outside. Whether you want to spend your free time chatting with the bartenders or crushing your best friend in shuffleboard, you will be able to relax in a comfortable environment. Menu includes appetizers, tacos, salads, sandwiches and more. See Details
Dockers Fish House Tucked away in the quaint Harbor Town Marina, overlooking Muskegon Lake off Lake Michigan, Dockers Fish House is a dog-friendly restaurant that can accommodate lots of people and lots of dogs on their three outdoor patios. The menu on offer focuses on seafood, but you'll also find plenty of meat dishes as well. Be sure to try one of their specialty milkshakes! See Details
VI Grill Cute place with a patio. They allow dogs at certain tables along the fence or wall. See Details
Bridge Street Tap Room The Bridge Street Taproom has ten dog-friendly tables where you are welcome to dine with your dog. Bridge Street has thirty-two local Michigan beers and ciders on tap. They offer a number of snacks and dishes like Smoked Brisket Nachos, Beer Brined and Oven Roasted Wings, and Naan Pizzas. There are grilled sandwiches, salads, and burgers, plus entrees including Spinach & Blue Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast, Taproom Goulash, and Pan Seared Scallops. Stop by on Saturday or Sunday for brunch where you can get Breakfast Pizza and Prime Rib Hash Deluxe. See Details
The Workshop Brewing Company The Workshop Brewing Company is a dog friendly brewery in Traverse City, MI. They sustain nature, build community, and honor craft by creating honest, traditional beers and wholesome, delicious food using ingredients sourced as locally/organically as possible, served with genuine warmth and enthusiasm, in a setting that is welcoming and fun. Empanadas, chips and house-made salsa, scratch-made soups, various snacks, and occasional specials round out the menu. Their spacious, dog friendly patio is covered by a large tent. See Details
Griffin Grill & Pub Located in the heart of downtown Battle Creek, Griffin Grill and Pub is a pet-friendly place to enjoy a plate of wings and a beer. Dog owners can head to one of the Grill and Pub's twenty outdoor tables to enjoy food from both the human and dog menu! The Griffin's menu includes breakfast items, appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads, soups, and entrees such as Shepherd's Pie, Bangars and Mash, Cajun Alfredo, Grilled Portobello Ribeye, Blackberry Dijon Chicken, Bass Ale Fish and Chips, Hawaiian Tacos, Grilled Mahi Mahi, and more. See Details
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