Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Nova Scotia

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 waterfront restaurants in Nova Scotia that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Rebecca's Restaurant
Rebecca's Restaurant Located on the water's edge in the picturesque town of Mahone Bay, at Rebecca's Restaurant everything on the menu is made in house and more than 80% of the meat, seafood, and produce used in dishes is locally sourced from farmers on the South Shore. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and restrictive allergy options are also available. Fido is welcome on the outdoor, pet-friendly patio. See Details
Pet Friendly Salt Yard Social
Salt Yard Social Salt Yard Social is a dog-friendly authentic Nova Scotian cuisine in Halifax, NS. Fido is welcome to accompany you to the spacious two-level outdoor deck. Salt Yard Social is a fun and friendly waterfront restaurant serving delicious dishes such as seafood, hand-tossed pizza and charcuterie boards. Pair you dish of choice with a drink from the carefully curated list of complimentary wine and spirits. See Details
Birch & Anchor Birch & Anchor is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, where Fido is welcome to join you at a waterfront table. The seasonal menu features fresh seafood, wood-fired main courses, pizza and salads. See Details
Waterfront Warehouse Waterfront Warehouse is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the patio. The menu features seafood bowls, sandwiches, lobster, oysters and more. See Details
The Rope Loft The Rope Loft is a waterfront restaurant located on Chester's Front Harbor. This seasonal Chester, NS, eatery has a sizeable pet-friendly patio that welcomes dogs. Their menu offers seafood items like crawfish boil, grilled swordfish, scallops and more! See Details
The Halifax Beer Garden - the BG The Halifax Beer Garden - The BG is a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Halifax, NS. Fido may join you at a shaded table on the spacious outside deck. Pair a beer or cocktail with seafood, burgers and hotdogs. See Details
The Bicycle Thief The Bicycle Thief is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, offering fantastic food on the harbor. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio, or at the outdoor bar, both open year-round. This waterfront restaurant serves classic, decadent Italian favorites like Insalata Panzanella, Linguine all'Aragosta, and Tagliata. Don't forget to ask a staff member about their dessert menu! See Details
Cabot Shores Bistro Cabot Shores Wilderness Resort on Cape Breton has a restaurant open to the public. Menu offers Nova Scotia seafood, wood-fired steak, and vegetarian/vegan options. Deck seating is open June-October and is dog friendly. See Details
Pickford & Black Pickford & Black, located in Halifax, is a casual, dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at one of their walkway tables outside. They offer friendly, knowledgeable staff, great food including fresh seafood, craft beer, and a clean and comfortable environment to help create memorable experiences. Try their oysters, Seafood Chowder, Roasted Beet Salad, Cauliflower Tacos, Fish 'n' Chips, Striploin Steak, fried clams, Lemon & Herb Roasted Chicken, and more. Full bar available with craft cocktails. Make sure to save room for dessert like Mary's Carrot Cake or the Brownie Parfait. See Details
Bar Sofia Bar Sofia is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, where you can relax with your pup at an outdoor table on their shaded patio. There's a special entrance gate for four-legged guests, and a fresh bowl of water is provided for Fido to enjoy. Dine on their menu of Latin American cuisine, including yucca fries, Nova Scotia swordfish ceviche, carnitas soft tacos and more. See Details
Grand Banker Bar & Grill Enjoy delicious seafood on the small dog-friendly patio at Grand Banker Bar & Grill, located harbourside in the historic town of Lunenburg in Nova Scotia. Fido can join you at one of the four outdoor tables on the deck, which boasts views of the Lunenburg waterfront. The lunch and dinner menus feature Nova Scotian dishes using fresh ingredients from local artisans, farmers, and fishermen, and a large selection of local wines and craft brews on tap. Try the Traditional Maritime Seafood Chowder, a New England-style cream broth with haddock, shrimp, scallops, and clams served with an artisan biscuit, the Blue Rocks Fish Cakes, and famous Banker Baked Beans. See Details
Salty's Salty's is a pet-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS. Your leashed pup can join you on their outdoor deck for a meal. They serve various seafood dishes from local surroundings to add a seasonal touch to their exceptional dishes. See Details
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