Dog Friendly Restaurants in Vermont

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

Cafe on Main

Stowe, VT

Cafe on Main Located in the heart of Stowe Village, Cafe on Main is a dog-friendly spot to find breakfast, lunch or a snack for locals and tourists alike. Visitors to Cafe on Main can bring Fido and head to one of its four outdoor tables to indulge in a baked good. The Cafe's menu is comprised of breakfast items such as sandwiches, omelets, wraps, homemade granola and oatmeal, and more. It also includes lunch items such as soups, salads, and a range of sandwiches. Its baked goods include croissants, cupcakes, brownies, Whoopie Pies, Cinnamon Buns with Pecans, muffins, scones, cookies, and more. Cafe on Main is open daily from 7:30am to 3:00pm. See Details

Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe

Burlington, VT

Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe in Burlington, VT features a spacious, dog-friendly patio. They offer American fare, including pub snacks, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. You can order chorizo fries, chili-lime wings, fried chicken sandwiches or the famous Bailey Melt - Cheddar cheese style hamburger on sourdough. The vegetarians amongst you can chow down on their beer cheese with toast or sauteed vegetable reuben. See Details

The Parker Pie Company

West Glover, VT

The Parker Pie Company The Parker Pie Company, located in West Glover, VT, is a casual pub and pizzeria that serves up an assortment of tasty eats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their several pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal (pups must be leashed.) Start off with a cold beer, then chow down on the Bangkok Disco Pizza topped with Scott's oil, crushed plum tomatoes, cheddar, red onions, BBQ chicken, bleu cheese, and curry powder. Or go for the Dilla Pie topped with shrimp, maple-soy glaze, dill, red onion, cheddar, and fresh cucumber. If pizza isn't your style, try the Cold Italian Sub with ham, salami, pastrami, tomato, red onions, banana peppers, mixed greens, provolone, and oil and vinegar. The Parker Pie Company is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 10pm, and Sunday from 11am to 9pm. See Details

J. J. Hapgood General Store and Eatery

Peru, VT

J. J. Hapgood General Store and Eatery J.J. Hapgood General Store and Eatery is a dog-friendly establishment. This local purveyor of basic provisions, dry goods, and Vermont produce, also provides authentic wood-fired pizza and prepared meals. Located in the heart of historic Peru village, you and Fido can join them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner outside. On the menu, you'll find a number of intriguing entrees, such as the IPA beer battered fish and chips: haddock, hand cut fries, remoulade, charred lemon, and smoked sea salt. For the early birds, the breakfast menu includes buttermilk fried chicken sandwich, served with arugula, tomato, cheddar, sriracha mayo on brioche. This eatery is open Sunday through Tuesday from 7am to 5pm and Wednesday from 7am to 7pm and Thursday through Saturday from 7am to 9pm. See Details

The Vermont Country Deli

Brattleboro, VT

The Vermont Country Deli Dogs are welcome at the Vermont Country Deli. You and Fido will find plenty of room next door at their market at one of the six picnic tables. The Deli offers an array of prepared food, sandwiches, custom pastries, and a large selection of specialty food items. The signature dishes on offer include a potato encrusted cod, topped with a crunchy coating of shredded potatoes, bread crumbs, and cheese. You can wash it all down with a freshly brewed coffee from Mocha Joe's Roasting Company. See Details

Blue Paddle Bistro

South Hero, VT

Blue Paddle Bistro Blue Paddle Bistro is a pet-friendly eatery nestled in the Lake Champlain Islands. Dog owners with Fido in tow can head to one of Blue Paddles "very dog-friendly" tables on the grass or the deck. The Bistro's menu includes appetizers, soups, salad, Bar Fare such as burgers and sandwiches, and entrees such as Coffee-Crusted Pork Tenderloin, Grilled Rib Eye, Maple Chili-Glazed, Pan-Seared U-Ten Seas Scallops, Butternut Squash-Stuffed Ravioli, and more. Blue Paddle Bistro also offers an extensive wine list. The Bistro opens Tuesday through Sunday at 5pm. Live Haymedow Music is played Tuesdays from 6pm to 8pm. See Details

Moon Dog Cafe

Bellows Falls, VT

Moon Dog Cafe Moon Dog Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant in Bellows Falls, VT, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch. They serve incredible salads, soups, sandwiches, yummy baked goods (many gluten-free). They also have organic espresso drinks and juices. See Details

Ben & Jerry's

Burlington, VT

Ben & Jerry's Ben and Jerry's is a dog-friendly frozen sweet shop serving, 'fresh and extraordinary dairy,' to Burlington locals and tourists alike. Dog owners can head to one of Ben and Jerry's nine outdoor tables to indulge in the sunshine alongside their furry friend. The shop's menu includes flavors such as Bourbon Brown Butter, Cherry Garcia, Empower Mint, Phish Food, Totally Baked, and The Tonight Dough. Its menu also includes an array of cones, sundaes, smoothies, and shakes. 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

Cafe Lotti

East Burke, VT

Cafe Lotti Cafe Lotti is a dog-friendly restaurant in East Burke, VT, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. They serve a tasty array of hot and cold coffee drinks, baked goods, and sandwiches. See Details

Noonie's Deli

Middlebury, VT

Noonie's Deli Noonie's Deli has four dog-friendly picnic tables. Enjoy their locally famous sandwiches on fresh, homemade bread, soups, salads, and fresh-baked goodies. The kitchen's favorite sandwiches on the menu include the Tyrion Lannister, served with grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, jalapeno pepper, banana pepper, lettuce, tomato, melted cheddar cheese, and spicy buffalo dressing. The regular menu is subsidized by a menu full of specials that change every day. Noonie's Deli is open weekdays from 8am to 7pm and weekends from 11am to 7pm. See Details

3 Squares Cafe

Vergennes, VT

3 Squares Cafe Three Squares Cafe has a few dog-friendly tables on the patio that overlooks the oldest city in Vermont. Chef/Owner, Matt Birong, is proud to dish up fresh and hearty creations prepared with locally sourced ingredients. His varied menu includes favorites like challah French toast, homemade hummus and pita, and juicy Boyden Farm organic burgers. In addition to those classics, you'll find locally-roasted coffee, espresso, baked goods, homemade soups, and a craft beer and wine selection. Three Squares Cafe is open every day of the week from 8am to 8pm. See Details

Goodman's American Pie

Ludlow, VT

Goodman's American Pie Dogs are welcome at Goodman's American Pie. Tossing pies since 2000, this family owned and operated pizzeria offers wood-fired pizza prepared with the freshest ingredients. You and Fido can't say bye bye to Goodman's American Pie until you've tried one of the signature pizzas, including the best selling special, the Rip Curl, a pesto based pie, topped with fresh or sun-dried tomatoes, wood-fired chicken, fresh-cut garlic, ricotta, mozzarella, and asiago. Their opening times are Sunday from 12:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 8:00pm, and Friday to Saturday from 11:30am to 9:00pm. See Details

The Elm Street Market

Bennington, VT

The Elm Street Market Dogs are allowed at The Elm Street Market. You and your pooch can pull up a chair at one of their three outdoor tables. You'll find sandwiches, paninis, salads, and snacks on the menu. One of their signature sandwiches is the Mapleicious, stuffed with honey maple glazed turkey, honey maple glazed ham, Vermont cheddar cheese, crisp granny smith apples, baby spinach, and their own homemade maple sriracha mayo on a round roll. They only use Boar's Head meats and cheese in all of their jam-packed sandwiches. The Elm Street Market is open weekdays from 8am to 6pm and weekends from 8am to 5am. See Details

The Mad Taco

Waitsfield, VT

The Mad Taco The Mad Taco is a dog-friendly Mexican restaurant local to Waitsfield, VT. Weather permitting, Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table on the outside patio. The Mad Taco serve tacos, quesadillas, enchiladas, tostadas, fajitas, sandwiches and soups. Start your meal with a bowl of chicken tortilla soup, and follow with a portion of tasty smoked pork belly tacos. Pair your favorite Mexican dish with a draft beer or cocktail. See Details

Carmen's Ice Cream

Lyndonville, VT

Carmen's Ice Cream Carmen's Ice Cream is very dog-friendly and offers ten outdoor tables for dogs and their owners. This Northeast Kingdom of Vermont Ice Cream vendor offers fifty seasonal flavors of hard and soft serve ice cream, frozen yogurt, organic ice cream, and creative sundaes. If none of those sweet treats take your fancy, you can check out the homemade apple crisp, splits, or shakes. And that's not all! In the summer, you can take your dog for a walk in the park next to Carmen's, then they can dig into a doggie dish or doggie cone with a homemade biscuit. Carmen's Ice Cream is open Monday through Wednesday from 7:00am to 7:00pm, Thursday through Saturday from 7:00am to 7:30pm, and Sunday from 7:30am to 7:00pm. See Details

Four Quarters Brewing

Winooski, VT

Four Quarters Brewing Four Quarters Brewing is a dog friendly brewery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Their menu features delicious IPAs, unique beers, gourmet grilled cheese, sandwiches, salads, burgers, cheese boards, specialty cocktails, and more. See Details

Hand Carved By Ernie

Rutland, VT

Hand Carved By Ernie Hand Carved By Ernie is a dog-friendly sandwich shop in Rutland, VT where your leashed dog is welcome to join you at one of the five patio tables with umbrellas. Making fresh-to-order sandwiches for their customers, you are sure to find a delicious sandwich combo here. We recommend their Brisket sandwich with their tuna mac. See Details

The Dutchman's Tavern

Bennington, VT

The Dutchman's Tavern The Dutchman's Tavern is a dog-friendly bar and restaurant in Bennington, VT, where Fido is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. The menu features meat and seafood dinners, as well as sandwiches and wraps and a number of daily specials. Pair your meal with an ale, sour, IPA, pilsner, stout or cider. See Details

Soulfully Good Cafe

Woodstock, VT

Soulfully Good Cafe Soulfully Good Cafe serves classic and tasty breakfast and lunch dishes in a cozy and warm setting that offers dog-friendly outdoor seating. A flavorful menu consists of ham and egg biscuits, Belgian waffles, lemon mascarpone stuffed French toast, fresh salads, roast turkey paninis, buttermilk fired chicken salad sandwiches, artisan margarita pizza, and a delicious array of breads, muffins, pies, and yummy pastries. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the quaint outdoor patio where water and complimentary Puppachinos are available. Soulfully Good Cafe is open 7:30am to 5pm Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 7:30am to 6pm Friday and Saturday, 8am to 4pm Sunday, and is closed Tuesdays. See Details

Benner's Bagels Pizza 'N What Nosh

Bennington, VT

Benner's Bagels Pizza 'N What Nosh Benner's Bagels Pizza n' Whatnosh is dog-friendly. The restaurant, located within a colonial building constructed in 1816, has four picnic tables for dog owners and their pets, as long as they are on a leash. Benner's is open if you need a morning cup of coffee or a bagel, a breakfast sandwich or calzone, an Italian lunch, and even a late night snack. One of their specialty pizzas, the kitchen sink, comes with house dressing topped with marinated chicken, garlic, tomato, feta, mushroom, artichoke hearts, and broccoli. If you're not in the mood for a pie, the eggplant parmesan comes highly recommended by local patrons. Their opening times are Monday through Wednesday from 8:30am to 9:00pm, Thursday to Friday from 8:30am to 10:00pm, Saturday from 9:00am to 10:00pm, and Sunday from 10:00am to 9:00pm. See Details