John

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John

Reviews (47)

Dancing Bear Lodge
Dancing Bear Lodge in Townsend, TN
May 23, 2022

Fantastic Cabin in the Smokeys

This was a great find and we all enjoyed our time. Cafe for breakfast, bistro for dinner and relaxing cabin for the night. Nikita had a fun time with the staff getting lots of pets. Will return and we highly recommend.


Cades Cove Loop Road
Cades Cove Loop Road in Townsend, TN
May 22, 2022

Great drive

Get there early and really see the bears. Our drive was fun and we got to see many animals. Our dog did get to watch from the back window. Again I feel there should be more access for dogs.


Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Gatlinburg, TN
May 22, 2022

Love the Park but wish dogs had more access

I understanding that there are issues with dogs in the national parks because a few people do not keep them on a leash and hence under control. However, I feel that the same could be said for many children running loose on the trails. We did enjoy our time at the park, Cades Cove drive being the best.


Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro
Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro in Townsend, TN
May 19, 2022

Best food, Best Service, Best experience

Wonderful setting and outdoor dinner with Nikita, our German Shepherd. Nikita received her water first and lots of love from everyone. It is very obvious that everyone here loves dogs and really cares that they also enjoy their time here. Just can’t say enough. This is a “must visit” location. Covered outdoor area was beautiful. Food and service the best around. We will be back.


Wize Guyz Grille
Wize Guyz Grille in Cherokee, NC
May 17, 2022

Great Hamburgers

The best hamburgers and dog friendly, what more could you want! Enjoyed a nice lunch with our German Shepherd Nikita. Covered area with tile floor was nice and cool for Nikita. Great place to have a meal with our dog.


Apple Valley Kitchen Cafe
Apple Valley Kitchen Cafe in Townsend, TN
May 17, 2022

Good food and so dog friendly

We enjoyed a relaxing early lunch. They brought out a water bowl and extra cup of water for Nikita as soon as we sat down in the covered patio area. Food was very good and we all enjoyed our time here. Will be back many times before our trip ends.


North Beach Bar & Grill
North Beach Bar & Grill in Tybee Island, GA
November 7, 2021

Very Dog Friendly

This place is always nice and they love having the dogs. Always bring a big bowl of ice water for Nikita and she enjoys. Menu is limited but the outdoor patio is fully covered and very nice. Always a go to place to enjoy.


Gerald's Pig & Shrimp
Gerald's Pig & Shrimp in Tybee Island, GA
November 2, 2021

Awesome place

Had a great meal, hush puppies are the best around, and Nikita enjoyed her time. Very pet friendly, staff is great and musician has some good tunes. Meet Gerald on our way walking to the restaurant, very nice man and Nikita made a friend. Highly recommend!


La Quinta by Wyndham Cookeville
La Quinta by Wyndham Cookeville in Cookeville, TN
May 14, 2021

Good stay

This hotel is nice but needs some maintenance. Ceiling fan did not work, no light bulb in lamp and bathroom door was very badly planed (and still stuck). It is dog friendly but big secret is that the best walk area is behind the hotel not the little spot in front. Still it was a good stay and Nikita, our German Shepherd, had no issues.


Best Western Plus Washington Hotel
Best Western Plus Washington Hotel in Washington, MO
May 13, 2021

Wonderful stay

First visit to this hotel will have many more. Great staff all around. Front desk very friendly and inviting. Cleaning staff very courteously turned off vacuum as our dog walked by. Nikita, our German Shepherd, loved the grassy outdoor area. It is huge and beautiful. Cannot say enough good things about our visit here. Highly recommend.


Tides Beachside Bar & Grill
Tides Beachside Bar & Grill in Islamorada, FL
February 7, 2021

Fun Times

While staying at the Islamorada Resort (which is very dog friendly and totally awesome) we ate at the Tides 3 times. Food is Ok, nothing special. Nikita, our German Shepherd, enjoyed her time here. Water bowl was supplied and there is plenty of room. Everyone was happy to see Nikita and treated her with pets and love. Definitely a good place especially if you’re staying at the resort.


Spark by Hilton Kingsland
Spark by Hilton Kingsland in Kingsland, GA
February 26, 2020

Nice overnighters

Hotel was very nice and staff was extremely friendly to Nikita, our German Shepherd. We were there for two 1-nighters coming and going from Florida. Both nights were great (one being just before the Daytona 500). This place is well located just off I95. Dog area is in a culvert but I quickly discovered why... several guests were not picking up after their dogs so when it rains it all gets washed away. They even provide plastic bags and trash can but people cannot even walk 5 feet for that. More disappointed in guests because this is why dog friendly hotels are hard to find.

Highly recommend this hotel!


Smokin' Tuna Saloon
Smokin' Tuna Saloon in Key West, FL
February 20, 2020

Good Place

NIkita, our German Shepherd, enjoyed her visit here. Food was good and Nikita was loved. No water bowl was provided. Nothing special so they get an Ok rating.


Ciao Hound
Ciao Hound in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Awesome Location Sooooo Dog Friendly

NIkita loved this location and was pampered with love and a souvenir water bowl. Everyone came over to pet and greet Nikita. Food is wonderful but the level of dog friendlyness was off the charts! The family before us had to eat indoors because the only table available on the porch was reserved for dogs. Waitress was fantastic and loving toward Nikita. Highly recommended.


Theater of the Sea
Theater of the Sea in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Awesome Fantastic Place

NIkita so enjoyed her time here. They are truly the most dog friendly place in the Keys. From check-in to Dolphin swim everyone greeted our German Shepherd, Nikita, with love, pets, praises, and water. Even at their small beach location the staff brought Nikita a water bowl. Our trainer at the Dolphin swim treated Nikita with love and allowed her to visit with the curious dolphins, I think they really wanted to play with her. Totally awesome great place to bring your fur baby!


The History of Diving Museum
The History of Diving Museum in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Great Discovery

Nikita, our German Shepherd, was welcomed and got many pets while touring this museum. Has some very interesting information and items. Very much enjoyed by us and our fur baby.


Lazy Days Restaurant
Lazy Days Restaurant in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Great Place To Lunch

Went here for lunch, great food and atmosphere! Nikita, our German Shepherd, had a wonder cool shady relaxing time. They brought her some cool water which she drank immediately. She then relaxed and enjoyed the shade and island breeze. Highly recommend.


Mrs. Mac's Kitchen II
Mrs. Mac's Kitchen II in Key Largo, FL
February 20, 2020

Great Breakfast

Note there are two locations! One does not open til lunch the other (original location) serves breakfast. These two locations are close to each other. We went to the lunch location first and then followed google maps to the breakfast location. They treated Nikita with love and water bowel, hot morning, which was appreciated. Great breakfast food! Very nice to Nikita.


Islamorada Fish Company
Islamorada Fish Company in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Not That Great

Waitress barely recognized Nikita, our German Shepherd. No water and we were placed in the middle of the room in a high traffic area. Nikita is a calm and easy going girl and laid down as best as possible but we worried the whole time she was going to be tripped over, she actually was bumped by one waiter with large tray. He apologized and was extremely sorry which was very appreciated. Just not anything special. Food was good but dog friendlyness on the lower end of the chart.


Mangrove Mike's Cafe
Mangrove Mike's Cafe in Islamorada, FL
February 20, 2020

Good Breakfast Location

Breakfast not that great but Nikita was treated with love and allowed in the restaurant. At first they specified she needed to go under the table but for a German Shepherd that was not possible. Waitress said she was good to lay by the table. Everyone smiled and commented on her wonderful calm behavior. Probably more of a small dog location.


Flying Fish Bar & Grill
Flying Fish Bar & Grill in Savannah, GA
December 12, 2019

Dogs always welcome

Great food and very nice outdoor seating. Weather was colder and windy but the enclosed outside area is wonderful for Nikita. She has always liked coming here because of the friendly people and tidbits of food. Always a favorite on a visit to Tybee.


Fort Pulaski National Monument
Fort Pulaski National Monument in Tybee Island, GA
December 10, 2019

Very Dog Friendly

Staff was great at the fort, everyone wanted to pet Nikita. Have enjoyed every visit to this park. From the ticket booth to the fort everyone loves dogs. Nikita got a treat at the entry gate and enjoyed lots of attention around the fort. Also always visit the beach.


Fannie's on the Beach
Fannie's on the Beach in Tybee Island, GA
December 10, 2019

Sooo dog friendly!

They whole staff loved visiting with Nikita. She got water and treats and lots of love and pets. The little princess got very spoiled. Great food and had fun in the outdoor area. Will return for more later this week.


StingRay's Seafood
StingRay's Seafood in Tybee Island, GA
December 10, 2019

Good times

Had a good meal here and the staff was very friendly to Nikita. She got her own water dish and enjoyed chilling. The local cat seemed like it didn't appreciate a dog on it's property :-) but no worries all good. Great staff and fun times.


The Original Crab Shack
The Original Crab Shack in Tybee Island, GA
December 10, 2019

Warm and Friendly

Had a very good meal. They were very accommodating with Nikita and everyone fawned over our little princess, even the elf (this was at around the Christmas holiday). All were great and even the cats gave Nikita her own area.


Petrified Forest National Park
Petrified Forest National Park in Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Had a wonderful visit to this park with our German Shepherd, Nikita. Their BARK Ranger program should be done in every National Park! We were able to walk her on trails and overlooks. This was the most dog friendly NP we visited on our road trip of 5 NPs in this area.


Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park in Bryce Canyon, UT
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Enjoyed visiting this park and bringing our dog. Was able to visit many overlooks with her. Trails are few that a dog is allowed and I understand the reason so this was not an issue. Enjoyed our visit to this great NP and will return.


Zion National Park
Zion National Park in Springdale, UT
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Park is nice but very little parking. You can park outside the park in town but it was $20. Our dog had limited access so this was not one of our favorite stops along our road trip route. Also since dogs are not allowed on shuttle you cannot visit one whole section of the park only accessed by shuttle. I understand the reason for the shuttle but I feel they should allow dogs.


Grand Canyon National Park
Grand Canyon National Park in Grand Canyon, AZ
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Enjoyed visiting this great NP. Had plenty of places for our dog to walk and we all enjoyed.


Big E Steakhouse and Saloon
Big E Steakhouse and Saloon in Grand Canyon Village, AZ
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Staff was friendly and happy to have our dog on the patio, which is enclosed and heated. Had a very good experience. Food was good. Everything is overpriced in this area (fuel was almost $5 a gallon) so that was expected. Highly recommend.


Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kanab by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kanab by IHG in Kanab, UT
June 3, 2019

Pet Friendly Location

Enjoyed our stay here on our road trip out west. Clean room and staff was wonderful. Nice area out front for dog to do their business. Down side was that I requested a ground floor room because of older dog over 3 months in advance and was not provided. I do recommend.


Nedras Too
Nedras Too in Kanab, UT
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Food was very good, highly recommend. Unfortunately the patio was closed because of weather so we had to get a TOGO meal.


Spoons Bistro & Bakery
Spoons Bistro & Bakery in Grand Junction, CO
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful dinner! The staff was great and very happy to see Nikita our German Shepherd. I cannot say enough about the great food and service. Highly recommend that anyone in the area stop here for a meal with their puppy!


Clarion Inn Grand Junction
Clarion Inn Grand Junction in Grand Junction, CO
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

The dog area is wonderful, lots of grass in the interior area, and staff was very friendly with dog. However our room did have a bug issue (roaches and termites). When reported to frontdesk they said it would be addressed which is as much as I can expect. I would give this hotel another chance because of all the other pluses and reviews if I am traveling in this area again.


Best Western Plus Carousel Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Carousel Inn & Suites in Burlington, CO
June 3, 2019

Epic Road trip

Great room, wonderful caring staff and large grass area for dog. Cannot say enough about our visit to this location. Highly recommend staying here with your dog!


Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel-South Rim
Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel-South Rim in Grand Canyon, AZ
June 3, 2019

Grand Canyon Roadtrip

There are very few dog friendly hotels in this area. Staff was wonderful and provided a doggie bowl with treat at check-in. Dog potty location out back by the dumpsters (the only grass in the area) was the only down side. Room was clean and quite. This hotel is very close to park entrance. I would recommend this hotel.


SideKix on 66
SideKix on 66 in Tucumcari, NM
June 3, 2019

Wonderful breakfast

We had a great breakfast here, they even have a dog menu. Loved being on Rt66. Great service and atmosphere.


La Posada Hotel
La Posada Hotel in Winslow, AZ
May 21, 2019

Epic Road trip

Stayed here with wife and our German Shepherd, Nikita. Had a wonderful room and amazing space for dog to roam and sniff. Loved the "times gone by" atmosphere. All of the staff was wonderful and very loving to Nikita. She was given cookies often along with many belly rubs. Loved being by the railway watching trains come and go. Could not have picked a better place! Only improvement I can think of is having an outdoor dining patio where we could be served. Currently you must go by and order food and take it yourself to room or other outdoor table (winds and temperature deterred us from being outside at a table). This just became part of the adventure and will definitely come back!


La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucumcari
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucumcari in Tucumcari, NM
May 21, 2019

Great Visit

Enjoyed our night here. Wonderful staff and nice area for dogs to do their business. Many dogs and family staying here and no noise. Room was clean and comfortable. Great place to stay with Nikita!


Hot Springs National Park
Hot Springs National Park in Hot Springs, AR
June 12, 2018

Fun day and a picnic

Great NP with wonderful views. We had a picnic on the mountain top and saw 2 Does with fawns. Small bust very nice park with scenic views and trails.


Garvan Woodland Gardens
Garvan Woodland Gardens in Hot Springs, AR
June 12, 2018

A Days Adventure

Absolutely the best day spent at Hot Springs. The garden is wonderful and our German Shepherd enjoyed her time sniffing all the wonderful scents. This place is the best dog friendly place to visit. ALSO stop by Chipmunk Cafe for a great lunch outside! Great food and service. Highly recommend this excellent garden.


Mustang Inn
Mustang Inn in Paducah, KY
June 12, 2018

Always a good stay

I have stayed in this hotel several times with my dog. Always been clean and staff really nice. Our dog enjoys her stay each time. Highly recommend.


Econo Lodge Quincy
Econo Lodge Quincy in Quincy, IL
June 12, 2018

Great place to stay

Hotel was remodeled and it is very nice, clean and they have separate dog rooms close to the door where the pet area resides. Cannot say enough good things about how clean and nice the room was. FYI stated pet fee is for smaller dogs, larger dogs are twice this amount...not a complaint it was worth it. If I am in Quincy again I will definitely stay here.


Rolando's
Rolando's in Hot Springs, AR
June 12, 2018

Great Patio

Dogs only allowed on patio. They treated our dog to a bowl of cold water as soon as we sat down. Food was very good and the staff was very friendly.


Bubba's Catfish & Seafood
Bubba's Catfish & Seafood in Hot Springs, AR
June 12, 2018

Great Catfish

Dog friendly because you can only sit outside. They are great and the food is the best catfish you'll find for many miles. Enjoyed our visit and the service was fantastic. If you're in the area definitely a place to visit.


Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center
Embassy Suites by Hilton at Hot Springs Convention Center in Hot Springs, AR
June 12, 2018

Great stay for us and dog

Very nice staff provided our dog with a treat at check-in. Room was great and we enjoyed our stay at Embassy Suites. I will always choice this hotel if they are in the area where we are visiting!


The Faded Rose
The Faded Rose in Little Rock, AR
June 12, 2018

Fantastic Visit

Unlike picture the front porch is completely covered, so much better for our dog. Water was brought out immediately before our orders were taken. Food was great and service with fantastic. Highly recommend a stop here if you are in Little Rock.


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Nikita at Dancing Bear
Nikita relaxing at breakfast
Nikita takes a rest
Rest time