Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Virginia

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

Vola's Dockside Grill

Alexandria, VA

Vola's Dockside Grill Vola's Dockside Grill, located in Alexandria, VA, is a waterfront eatery that has a dog menu and serves delicious seafood-centric fare for humans. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details

Jake's Place

Moneta, VA

Jake's Place Diverse menu includes nachos, wings, sandwiches, tuna steak, and St. Louis style ribs. Pets are welcome at the lower deck tables. See Details

Lilly Pad Cafe

Richmond, VA

Lilly Pad Cafe Richmond's Lilly Pad Cafe is a casual, dog-friendly eatery in Richmond, VA, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Their menu features seafood, pizza, fresh salads, appetizers, burgers, sandwiches and more. See Details

Kalypso's

Reston, VA

Kalypso's Kalypso's is a sports bar and restaurant that offers waterfront seating along Lake Anne in Reston, VA. They have about 25 outdoor tables, but your pup must sit outside the railing. The menu is heavily inspired by Mediterranean traditions with hummus, tzatziki, spanakopita, falafel, and more. They also offer a variety of pizzas and sandwiches. See Details

Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar

Colonial Beach, VA

Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar Dockside Restaurant & Tiki Bar, located in Colonial Beach, VA, is a casual waterfront eatery that serves up a variety of delicious sea fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details

Lake Anna Taphouse

Mineral, VA

Lake Anna Taphouse Lake Anna Taphouse is a pet-friendly restaurant in Mineral, VA. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. Lake Anna Taphouse offers tasty pub grub like wings and flatbreads. Guests can also enjoy cornhole on the lawn and the occasional live music performance. See Details

Randolph's on the River

Port Royal, VA

Randolph's on the River Randolph's is a chef-owned restaurant serving seafood with an attitude on the Rappahannock River. Their menu features seafood and barbecue dishes, and all sides, sauces, dressings, and desserts are made in-house. Fido is welcome to join you on the dog-friendly patio to take in the water view. Randolph's on the River is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 8pm. See Details

The Back Deck

Virginia Beach, VA

The Back Deck Fido will love to join you at The Back Deck, a dog-friendly seafood restaurant located in Virginia Beach, VA. Overlooking the waterfront, Fido is welcome to sit beside you on the deck while you start your visit with one of the unique and colorful cocktails. Ordering for the whole table? Try the scallop cake sliders, shrimp tacos, or crab dip with oven-baked pita. For your main course, sample the delicious steamed clams, oysters or crab legs. See Details

The Harbour Grille

Woodbridge, VA

The Harbour Grille Take your pup to The Harbour Grille, a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Woodbridge, VA. Fido is welcome to join you on their deck and patio seating areas during the warmer months. The menu features items such as roasted chicken, crab cake platters, fish and chips and glazed salmon. They also have a full bar. See Details

The Deadrise

Hampton, VA

The Deadrise Located at the Old Point Comfort Marina, The Deadrise is a waterfront restaurant located in historic Fort Monroe. Friendly, leashed dogs are welcome to join you at downstairs outdoor tables along the water. See Details

The Crazy Crab

Reedville, VA

The Crazy Crab The Crazy Crab is a dog-friendly seafood restaurant in Reedville, VA, where Fido is welcome to accompany you to an outside table. Meet family or friends at this popular eatery and admire the view of Chesapeake Bay. The menu at Crazy Crab features a selection of seafood entrees as well as family favorites such as burgers and sandwiches. See Details

BARCA Pier & Wine Bar

Alexandria, VA

BARCA Pier & Wine Bar Barca Pier and Wine Bar in historic Old Town Alexandria welcomes dogs on their covered and heated outdoor patio along the Potomac River. Admire the beautiful riverfront views while enjoying Spanish-Mediterranean small plates, wine, sangria, and cocktails. Weekend brunch is also available. See Details

Big Woody's Bar & Grill - Great Bridge

Chesapeake, VA

Big Woody's Bar & Grill - Great Bridge Big Woody's Bar & Grill - Great Bridge is a pet-friendly waterfront eatery in Chesapeake, VA, where Fido is welcome to join you at a table on their outdoor deck. Try their steamers & raw bar items, award-winning wings, tacos, seafood entrees, burgers and more. See Details

Deltaville Tap & Raw Bar

Deltaville, VA

Deltaville Tap & Raw Bar Dogs are welcome on the outdoor deck at Deltaville Tap & Raw Bar in Deltaville, VA. This pet-friendly, waterfront eatery allows you and your pup to arrive by land or sea! The menu offers locally inspired dishes with fresh seafood, as well as other options including burgers, pasta dishes and salads. There is also a large selection of craft beers, wines and specialty cocktails. See Details

Tim's at Coles Point

Hague, VA

Tim's at Coles Point Tim's at Coles Point is a dog-friendly seafood restaurant in Hague, VA where your leashed dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor, waterfront patio. Try their crab cake sandwich, cod fish dinner, calamari, and hush puppies while you're there. Please note that dogs are not allowed in the sandy areas. See Details

Mallards at the Wharf

Onancock, VA

Mallards at the Wharf Fido can join you in the seasonal outdoor seating area at Mallards At the Wharf, a dog-friendly restaurant in Onancock, VA. Enjoy their menu that features fresh and local ingredients that rotate with the seasons, including award-winning crab cakes, oysters, and other seafood options, as well as burgers, handhelds, and much more. Two full bars are also available. See Details