Dog Friendly Steakhouses 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 steakhouses in North Carolina that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Boots Steakhouse
Boots Steakhouse Boots Steakhouse, located in Dillsboro, NC, is a casual steakhouse-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty dishes. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Crab Cakes, pan-fried and served atop roasted red pepper coulis with parsley oil, balsamic glaze, and topped with homemade tartar sauce. Next, chow down on the Prime Filet Mignon served with a baked potato and choice of veggie medley or a side house salad. Or go for the Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie chocked full of carrots, onions, and celery, topped with fluffy biscuits. Boots Steakhouse is open Wednesday through Friday from 4pm to 9pm, Saturday from 12pm to 9pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 8pm. See Details
Pet Friendly Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse
Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse For fans of delicious steaks, check out Flatiron Kitchen + Taphouse in Davidson, NC, which has several pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a meal on a nice day. Flatiron prides themselves on partnering with local farms to provide the very freshest and highest quality ingredients possible. If you're ever curious about where your food comes from, just ask- they would be happy to tell you! Try one of the signature steaks like the coffee crusted ribeye, or go for another classic entree like the Carolina shrimp and grits. See Details
Ribeyes Steakhouse Ribeyes Steakhouse has several pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Steak is king at Ribeyes Steakhouse where you can choose Rib Eyes in portions from six ounces to sixteen ounces and are served with baked potato and veggies. Add steamed shrimp or clams to your steak for a little Surf and Turfin'. There are also chicken, pork, and seafood dishes, like Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Scallops, and Boneless Pork Chop. To go along with your meal, Ribeyes Steakhouse has a soup and salad bar with over thirty items to choose from. Ask your server what the desserts of the day are. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Ruth's Chris Steak House Ruth's Chris Steak House, located in Asheville, is a classy eatery that serves upscale steakhouse fare. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, steaks, chops, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a glass of wine and an order of the Crispy Lobster Tail - cold water lobster tail, lightly fried and tossed in a spicy cream sauce, with jalapeno pepper jam drizzle and tangy cucumber salad. Next, tuck into the 16oz Bone-In Filet Oscar Style - topped with jumbo lump crab, asparagus, and housemade bearnaise sauce. Or go for the Chilean Sea Bass served over a sweet potato-pineapple hash and topped with citrus-coconut butter. See Details
BLT Steak An interpretation of the American Steakhouse, BLT Steak is a dog-friendly restaurant claiming to combine bistro ambiance with steakhouse fare. Visitors to Charlotte with Fido in tow and a craving for BLT's signature warm popovers, can head to one of its four outdoor tables to enjoy. BLT's menu includes breakfast and brunch items, appetizers, salads, burgers, grilled paninis, steak, chicken dishes, lamb, seafood, and more. Diners with room for dessert can order a house-cocktail and a slice of Cheesecake or Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
The Palm The Palm has maintained a sense of celebrity and a timeless atmosphere since the first location opened in the 1920s. This location on Phillips Pl Ct in Charlotte provides pet-friendly seating outside with ten tables. The menu boasts a diverse selection of classics with premium steaks, seafood, and Italian specialties like the Veal Martini. Lighter dishes include salads, vegetables, and potatoes. The Palm is much more than just a steakhouse, though. The restaurant cultivated a tradition of caricatures and cartoons with featured faces of celebrities and long-time regulars alike. You can treat yourself to a fine glass of wine or carefully crafted house cocktail as you soak in the ambiance of this famous restaurant. See Details
Ruth's Chris Steak House Ruth's Chris Steak House, located in Raleigh, is a classy eatery that serves upscale steakhouse fare. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, steaks, chops, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a glass of wine and an order of the Crispy Lobster Tail - cold water lobster tail, lightly fried and tossed in a spicy cream sauce, with jalapeno pepper jam drizzle and tangy cucumber salad. Next, tuck into the 16oz Bone-In Filet Oscar Style - topped with jumbo lump crab, asparagus, and housemade bearnaise sauce. Or go for the Chilean Sea Bass served over a sweet potato-pineapple hash and topped with citrus-coconut butter. See Details
Pup's Steakhouse Pup's Steakhouse is open Monday through Friday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, and Saturday from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. This casual yet elegant eatery serves up a variety of menu options including oysters on the half shell, steaks, soups, salads, fresh seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of Pup's pet-friendly outdoor tables (available during warm weather only). Start your meal with an order of Pimiento Cheese and Brisket Spring Rolls made with Pup's signature pimiento cheese and slow-cooked brisket wrapped into spring rolls and served with a smokey ranch dipping sauce. Next, tuck into the Seared Scallops served with a tomato risotto and julienned veggies, finished with a basil pesto and pumpkin seed gremolata. See Details
Ribeyes Steakhouse Ribeyes Steakhouse on Western Boulevard has five pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Steak is king at Ribeyes Steakhouse where you can choose Rib Eyes in portions from six ounces to sixteen ounces and are served with baked potato and veggies. Add steamed shrimp or clams to your steak for a little Surf and Turfin'. There are also chicken, pork, and seafood dishes, like Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Scallops, and Boneless Pork Chop. To go along with your meal, Ribeyes Steakhouse has a soup and salad bar with over thirty items to choose from. Ask your server what the desserts of the day are. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details
Ribeyes Steakhouse Ribeyes Steakhouse on North Center street has eight pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Steak is king at Ribeyes Steakhouse where you can choose Rib Eyes in portions from six ounces to sixteen ounces and are served with baked potato and veggies. Add steamed shrimp or clams to your steak for a little Surf and Turfin'. There are also chicken, pork, and seafood dishes, like Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Scallops, and Boneless Pork Chop. To go along with your meal, Ribeyes Steakhouse has a soup and salad bar with over thirty items to choose from. Ask your server what the desserts of the day are. See Details
Ribeyes Steakhouse Ribeyes Steakhouse on Westover Road has a lot of pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Steak is king at Ribeyes Steakhouse where you can choose Rib Eyes in portions from six ounces to sixteen ounces and are served with baked potato and veggies. Add steamed shrimp or clams to your steak for a little Surf and Turfin'. There are also chicken, pork, and seafood dishes, like Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Scallops, and Boneless Pork Chop. To go along with your meal, Ribeyes Steakhouse has a soup and salad bar with over thirty items to choose from. Ask your server what the desserts of the day are. See Details
The Angus Barn The Angus Barn located in Raleigh, NC, is a Southern fine dining steakhouse with dog-friendly outdoor dining. They serve up a variety of tender meat dishes suited for the carnivores among us. Choose from menu options like aged beef, seafood, ribs, pasta, and more. Start your meal off with an order of succulent oysters Rockefeller, then move on to your protein-laden entree. Be sure to check what the current special is, like the Carolina truffle filet mignon - an aged ten ounce filet mignon topped with Madeira black truffle jus, red wine and red onion marmalade, and accompanied with smoked mashed potatoes and sugar snap peas! Be aware that the price point at The Angus Barn is a bit high, so come prepared! Also, reservations are highly recommended. See Details
Outback Steakhouse Fido can join you at tables outside Outback Steakhouse, a dog-friendly chain restaurant with a location in Lumberton, NC. Order a variety of delicious Australian-inspired dishes. See Details
Ruth's Chris Steak House Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor, dog-friendly table at Ruth's Chris Steak House, a restaurant in Wilmington, NC. Enjoy fine dining options like steak, lobster tail, shrimp, seafood specialities, desserts and more. They also serve a drinks menu. See Details
J. Arthur's Restaurant Fido is welcome to join you at one of the five outdoor, pet-friendly tables at J. Arthur's Restaurant, an eatery in Maggie Valley, NC. Enjoy dinner menu options including shrimp cocktail, ribeye, meatloaf, lobster tail, salmon, burgers and more. They also serve a kids menu and a variety of cheesecake slices. See Details
Steak Street Steak Street offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in High Point, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy lunch or dinner at one of the tables on the charming patio. Their menu includes appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, chicken, seafood and steak. See Details
True Blue Butcher and Barrel True Blue Butcher and Barrel offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in Wilmington, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy food and drinks at one of the tables on the front porch. Their menu includes shareables, sandwiches, burgers, steak and more. See Details
Oak Steakhouse Highlands Oak Steakhouse Highlands is a contemporary steakhouse located in the Skyline Lodge in Highlands, NC. During the summer months, Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table as you sip on a cold, craft beer. This dog-friendly restaurant offers certified Angus beef steaks, salads and specialty entrees like the pan-seared local trout. See Details
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