Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Minnesota

Freight House is a dog-friendly restaurant in Stillwater, MN, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the large patio with views of the beautiful Saint Croix River. There's a dog menu for Fido and their human menu features 24 local draft beers, burgers, sushi, plus chicken, steak and seafood dinners.

Charlie's on Prior is a restaurant in Prior Lake, MN, with dog-friendly tables on the outdoor landing patio. Diners can enjoy a variety of appetizers, tacos, sandwiches, BBQ plates, specialty pizzas, and rice bowls.

Bring Fido to Lure Lakebar in Alexandria, MN. This dog-friendly eatery invites two and four-legged friends to sit together at one of the outdoor tables on the patio overlooking Lake Le Homme Dieu. If you're stopping in for lunch, try the Pepper Popper flatbread with a Strawberry Basil Smash cocktail. For dinner, treat yourself to the Beef & Reef meal with a beer or glass of wine.

CoV is a dog-friendly restaurant in Wayzata, MN that offers soup, salads, sandwiches and a raw bar. Well-behaved dogs are permitted at outdoor tables.

Situated on picturesque Rainy Lake, the Thunderbird Lodge has been happily feeding locals and visitors for over 20 years. Patrons with pets must order from the lounge menu, which includes deep fried green beans, shrimp cocktail, French dip sandwiches, and pizza. Dogs are welcome on the deck with scenic water views.

Water's Edge Bar & Restaurant is a pet-friendly eatery on Lake Minnewaska in Starbuck, MN. You and Fido are welcome to relax on their outdoor patio at an umbrella-covered table. Their menu offerings include salads, sandwiches and burgers. They also have a selection of cold beverages.

McCormick's Pub and Restaurant is a dog-friendly eatery in Wayzata, MN. You and your leashed pup are welcome to grab a seat on their covered patio, and you may even get to enjoy a lake view while you dine. Their menu features traditional Irish fare, including fish & chips and chicken pot pie, or enjoy their selection of burgers and sandwiches.

Birch's on the Lake Brewhouse & Supperclub is a waterfront restaurant in Long Lake, MN, with a dog-friendly patio that offers scenic lake views. The menu features dishes like prime rib, surf and turf with lobster tail and filet mignon, beer-battered fish fry, smoked BBQ ribs, burgers, and flatbreads. Guests can enjoy brunch, lunch, and dinner alongside craft beer and cocktails.

The Bridge Bar and Grill in Detroit Lakes, MN, welcomes well-behaved, leashed dogs in the seasonally available lawn area, which features waterfront picnic tables. Home of the renowned Captain Smoothie, plus burgers, wings, and sandwiches. Please note pets aren't permitted on the patio.

Hub 41 is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant in Detroit Lakes, MN. Your pup can join you on the rooftop patio for a meal. The establishment serves appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and a full bar. Hard-scooped ice cream is offered from May through September.

Bluefin Grille is a pet-friendly restaurant located at Bluefin Bay Family of Resorts in Tofte, MN. You and Fido are welcome to relax at a table on their lakeside deck in the summer. Their menu offers regionally-inspired cuisine including salads, sandwiches, burgers and entrees. They also have a selection of wine to enjoy.

Admiral D's Waterfront Tavern features an extensive dog-friendly patio on the shores of White Bear Lake, MN. The eatery serves delicious burgers, tacos, ceviche, cold beer, and craft cocktails. Enjoy the Minnesota summer with your pooch at Admiral D's today!

Back to Captain's is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant on Long Lake in Isanti, MN. Bring Fido with you on the outdoor patio as you enjoy menu items like skewers, wings, wraps, sandwiches, burgers and pizza. Note that the patio is only open in warmer months.

Enjoy lunch, coffee or a smoothie from Natural Harvest's made-to-order deli & café. Their dog-friendly patio overlooks historic Silver Lake and is located right off the Mesabi Trail in Virginia, MN, making it the perfect place for a pit stop with your furry friends.

Tavern in the Bay offers a spacious outdoor deck overlooking Lake Vermillion in Tower, MN, where Fido can join you. This pet-friendly spot offers chicken bacon ranch wraps, walleye tacos, an avocado burger, seasoned waffle fries and more. A full bar is also available on site.

Unidos Food Co. brings you new dishes and old classics in Minneapolis, MN. Located inside the Broken Clock, patrons can discover delicious meats and vegetarian twists on traditional fare. They serve gourmet hotdogs and sausages, homemade chips with salsas made from scratch, hard shell tacos, and rice bowls adorned with colorful toppings. This pet-friendly spot welcomes Fido to join guests inside or at the outdoor tables with water views.

Dine beside your four-legged companion at the dog-friendly Jake's on the Lakes in Center City, MN. The umbrella-shaded outdoor tables on the patio overlooking the North Center Lake make this a great spot to unwind with Fido during breakfast, lunch or dinner. Menu items include sandwiches, burgers, pasta and seafood, which pair well with craft cocktails and beer. In the winter, well-behaved, leashed dogs can join their owners for the igloo dining experience.