Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Matlacha, FL

There are 2 pet friendly waterfront restaurants in Matlacha that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 23 more nearby. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Matlacha. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Old Fish House Marina
Old Fish House Marina The Olde Fish House Marina restaurant is located right on the dock and offers all outdoor, dog-friendly seating. The restaurant has a cozy, laid back vibe and offers tons of fresh seafood. Menu items include sandwiches, baskets, soup, and platters. If seafood isn't your preference, they offer chicken, burgers, and club sandwiches. Live music is hosted throughout the month both indoors and outside. The Olde Fish House Marina restaurant is open Sunday through Monday from 11am to 8pm and Tuesday through Saturday from 11am to 9pm. See Details
Pet Friendly Yucatan Waterfront Bar & Grill
Yucatan Waterfront Bar & Grill Yucatan Waterfront Bar & Grill is a restaurant and gathering place for locals and tourists alike in Matlacha, FL. They offer island-inspired cuisine and cocktails, plus a dog-friendly outdoor patio directly on the water. Be sure to order Fido a Frisbee Bowl filled with beef, chicken, salmon, served in a Frisbee your dog can keep! See Details
Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille is a casual, dog-friendly eatery where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The restaurant sits on the back of beautiful Estero Bay on San Carlos Island and offers some of the best waterfront dining on Ft. Myers Beach. Feel free to come by car or boat and experience live music and watch the largest shrimp boat fleet in the U.S. head in and out of the gulf through Matanzas Pass. Doc Ford’s menu provides a unique balance of flavors from the Caribbean Rim. They serve only the freshest of local seafood and take pride in providing the best service around. See Details
RC Otters RC Otters is a dog-friendly restaurant in Captiva, FL, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu offers a bounty of surf and turf options including the crunchy fish, Rueben sandwiches, NY strip steak, and clam linguini. See Details
Snug Harbor Snug Harbor is an open-air, dog-friendly restaurant in Fort Myers Beach where Fido can join you at an outdoor table with views of the back bay. Enjoy fresh seafood, chicken, and steak dinners. See Details
Bonita Bill's Waterfront Cafe Bonita Bill's Waterfront Cafe is a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Fort Myers, FL. This casual, open air eatery is situated on Matanzas Pass in Ostego Bay and welcomes leashed dogs in their outdoor, covered patio seating. Boaters are welcome to tie up at their dock. You must order at the bar and they accept cash only. Their is an ATM onsite for your convenience. Relax and watch the shrimp boats and dolphins in the bay while you enjoy a cold beer with a burger, fish fingers, fried clams, peel and eat shrimp, and more. Breakfast is also available. See Details
Parrot Key Caribbean Grill Stop in for authentic Caribbean food, delectable desserts, and stunning sunsets. Dogs are welcome at their outdoor seating area. See Details
SandBar Tiki & Grille SandBar Tiki & Grille in Englewood, FL, is a dog-friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio overlooking the water. Their menu features fresh seafood and authentic smoked BBQ. Enjoy items like raw oysters, fried shrimp, fresh salads, burgers, brisket sandwiches, steak tacos, po'boys, and more. Be sure to save room for one of their desserts like the Coconut Fried Cheesecake! See Details
Phuzzy's Boat Shack Phuzzy's Boat Shack is a dog-friendly restaurant in Saint James City, FL. Fido is welcome on the patio and wrap-around porch. Located right on the canal, they serve refreshing rum drinks, burgers, fresh seafood dishes and raw bar items. Live music can usually be heard nightly from their funky outdoor bar. Check their website for the entertainment schedule. See Details
The Salty Crab Bar & Grill If you're looking for a beach dining experience, check out The Salty Crab Bar & Grill in Fort Myers Beach, FL, which has lots of pet-friendly outdoor tables where you can soak up the beautiful Floridian sun while sinking your toes right into the sand beneath your table. The Salty Crab serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They use fresh, local seafood to create dishes like the fresh gulf grouper sandwich or selections from the shell bar, featuring clams and mussels. If you aren't in the mood for seafood, they also serve flatbreads, sandwiches, and a variety of land-based entrees. See Details
Bayfront Bistro If you've been looking for a delicious waterfront dining experience, look no further than Bayfront Bistro, which has fifteen pet-friendly outdoor tables where you and your dog can enjoy a meal while soaking up the beautiful sunshine. Bayfront Bistro is situated at the marina right on Estero Bay, so you can arrive by car or by boat and watch out for dolphins and manatees while you eat. They feature fresh Gulf seafood, as well as land favorites, like the Bayfront Butterfish or the award winning pork pot roast. Happy hour is from 3-6pm and features half off appetizer and drink specials. See Details
The Lake House Bar & Grill The Lake House Bar and Grill is a bright, airy restaurant that is situated right on the lake at the Trianon Bonita Bay Hotel. Pets are welcome at one of their many outdoor, dog-friendly tables as long as they are leashed at all times. Their menu features a variety of options like burgers, sandwiches, salads, and house specials like the Baja Fish Tacos. The bar offers wine, beer, cocktails, and frozen drinks. See Details
Fish Tale Waterfront Dining Fish Tale Waterfront Dining is a dog-friendly seafood restaurant located in Fort Myers, FL. Fido is welcome to join you on the large open patio with views overlooking the marina. Fish Tale serve freshly caught local seafood, along with tasty salads and sandwiches. Enjoy an afternoon or evening at Fish Tale with a signature cocktail in hand. See Details
Nauti Parrot Dock Bar Nauti Parrot Dock Bar is a dog-friendly, waterfront restaurant and tiki hut in Fort Myers Beach, FL serving a seafood-focused menu, happy hours and live music. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables on the patio. See Details
Village Brewhouse Village Brewhouse, located in Punta Gorda, FL, is a pet-friendly tavern that serves up signature meals and craft beer from regional Florida breweries. Dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill The Nauti Mermaid Dockside Bar & Grill is a dog-friendly eatery in Cape Coral, FL. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the patio. The restaurant, which is part of The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A full bar is available and live music is performed on select nights. See Details
Waterfront Restaurant & Marina Waterfront Restaurant & Marina located in Saint James City, FL, is a dog-friendly restaurant where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu includes seafood baskets, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, and more. Be sure to save room for one of their desserts like the Key Lime Pie! There are boat docks for customer use. See Details
Rumrunners at Cape Harbour Escape, dine, and unwind is the motto at Rumrunners. Surf and turf options include fresh shucked oysters, escargot, meatloaf, scallops, and filet mignon. Outdoor tables welcome dogs. See Details
Riviera Bar and Grill Guests can arrive by car or boat to the Riviera Bar and Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Punta Gorda, FL. Fido can join you at an outdoor table at the tiki bar. Enjoy menu items like fish tacos, hot wings, burgers, grilled seafood, and more. They also serve specialty cocktails such as a jalapeno margarita and a Florida orange crush. See Details
Harpoon Harry's Outdoor picnic tables available at this open-air restaurant, and a hopping enclosed patio area where dogs are welcome. Also, check out the pet boutique while you're there. See Details
Matlacha, FL, US