Dog-Friendly Eateries in NYC
What better way to kick back and unwind from the city stresses than having an ice-cold beer? Being able to share the experience with your pup! Thinking of all the dog owners who are dying to have some fun but worry about leaving their dogs out of it, we compiled the best patios, restaurants, and bars by borough that allow you and your best pal to share a beer and a bone together!
Manhattan
PHOTO: Boris & Horton
195 Avenue A | East Village
Boris & Horton is the perfect spot for you and your pup! This dog-friendly cafe and community space serves coffee, pastries, and more, with a dedicated menu for furry friends. They also host adoption events, breed meetups, workshops, and themed nights.
Mulitple Locations
This neighborhood café and coffee shop is one of our favorites! The Grey Dog, with locations scattered throughout NYC, offers outdoor seating for dogs, wholesome American food, and a great selection of beer, wine, and cocktails.
Upper East Side & Hell's Kitchen
Bring your dog to the outside tables and enjoy the nice weather! While you're at it, make sure to check their signature dishes like the Seared Crab Cakes and the Buttermilk Battered Fried Chicken.
176 8th Ave | Chelsea
The cozy French Bistro serving classics for lunch, brunch and dinner is named after the owner's beloved rescue, and dog's are welcome on their patio with their own doggie menu to order from! It also houses a lower-level speakeasy with an extensive cocktail menu and lively atmosphere with music nightly.
132 W 27th St | Chelsea
From parmesan pull-apart bread to steak frites, this chic spot covers all the lunch and dinner cravings. The best part? Pups get their own full dog menu with steak, chicken, or even a frozen pupsicle.
476 Amsterdam Ave | Upper West Side
An Upper West Side favorite, you know a restaurant is dog-friendly when the walls are covered in photos of customers' pets. Although your dog is not allowed inside, Fred's is the best place to sit outside and do some people/dog watching.
41 1st Ave | East Village
A smartly curated selection of beer, bourbon, and cocktails is the highlight of this cozy East Village spot. Remember when we mentioned finding a place to share a beer and a bone with your best friend? Booyah.
102 E 22nd St | Gramercy Park
During the warmer months, enjoy Novitás' sophisticated menu under canvas umbrellas in their outside area with your four-legged friends. Some of the house's specialties include skillfully prepared fish, seafood, and house-made pasta.
2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd | Morningside Heights
Mac and cheese and a truffle burger wouldn’t be complete without your furry friend hounding you for a bite. Since Harlem Tavern’s outdoor patio is dog-friendly, it’s the perfect stop after a park stroll.
360 3rd Ave | Kips Bay
A neighborhood gastropub known for craft beers, cocktails, and late-night bites, Sundays Well also makes room for four-legged friends. Their outdoor seating is dog-friendly, so you can kick back over hush puppies or a Sunday Burger while your pup relaxes tableside.
Brooklyn
PHOTO: STRONG ROPE BREWERY
Gowanus & Red Hook
Strong Rope Brewery is the perfect dog-friendly spot to grab a beer! Pets must be leashed at all times, but water bowls and treats are available, just ask! Both locations welcome furry friends, and you can bring your own food, order delivery, or visit on a day they're featuring a local pop-up.
Domino Park & Carroll Gardens
Other Half Brewing has you covered with craft beer! Soak in skyline views and enjoy Roberta’s pizza delivered to your table at Domino Park, or head to the OG Centre Street location for 20 draft beers, wine, cider, and snacks. Both spots offer on tap & to-go options, plus fun taproom events!
303 Bedford Ave | Williamsburg
Featuring a jukebox, pinball machines, live music, an incredible selection of drinks, and the usual canine rendezvous — this is one of the only bars where dogs are allowed to roam off-leash!
158 Irving Ave | Bushwick
Out with your four-legged friend and craving ice cream for you and your pup? Head to Ollie’s Ice Cream + Stuff, a playful Bushwick shop with fun flavors, vegan options, dog-friendly scoops, and plenty of nostalgic treats.
225 7th Ave | Park Slope
Serving up delicious Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere, this Brooklyn gem is proud of their legacy of friendly service and tasteful food. Although a very receptive environment, your dog is only allowed in the outside areas of the restaurant.
284 Van Brunt St | Red Hook
Red Hook Lobster Pound brings authentic and fresh seafood such as their fan-favorite Lobster Roll to Brooklyn. Be sure to chow down with your doggie beside you in their outdoor space.
11 N 12th St | Williamsburg
This Williamsburg rooftop cocktail bar at The William Vale hotel offers the perfect spot to eat, drink, and soak in stunning city skyline views! Dogs are welcome at the lower rooftop bar, so make sure to fetch a spot by reserving in advance!
Bronx
691 Bridge St | City Island
Serving up fresh seafood, your pet is more than welcome at one of the outside tables while you enjoy a great meal and an even better view of the waterfront.
856 E 136th St | Mott Haven
If you're a true beer aficionado, this is the place for you. Featuring year-round, seasonal ales, and limited selections from in-house. The Bronx Brewery is where you come to enjoy a well-deserved blonde with your four-legged best friend on their outdoor patio.
216 W 238th St | Kingsbridge
Burgers, wings, and a variety of tasty sandwiches washed down with a selection of the best craft beers in the neighborhood. We suggest treating your dog to all the wing bones that are left.
Queens
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56-06 Cooper Ave | Ridgewood
Nowadays provides everything we need for a perfect summer: backyard hangs, dance parties, and of course... all the puppies. Chow down and enjoy a bev alongside your pup at their outdoor tables surrounded by food trucks.
31-01 Vernon Blvd | LIC
A neighborhood favorite for coffee lovers and dog owners alike, this bright cafe has an indoor play space for pups and plenty of outdoor seating. Stop by for a latte while your four-legged friend enjoys their own treats.
45-48 Vernon Blvd | LIC
A cool and casual atmosphere in the hottest spot of the neighborhood, LIC Bar is a favorite of both humans and dogs. With a beautiful outdoor garden and a friendly crowd, bring your pet here and dive deep in the 100 years or history of the bar, packed with an incredible selection of draft beer and a fantastic view of the Manhattan skyline.
4-40 44th Dr | LIC
Proclaimed as the city's "ideal waterside spot", Anable Basin offers a unique dining experience, the perfect pup hangout spot, and a small snack menu with hamburgers, skirt steak, chorizo, and salads.
37-01 30th Ave | LIC
A cozy Astoria location serving light dishes for breakfast, lunch, or dinner every day of the week. Dogs are welcome, but only at the outdoor tables.
Staten Island
4254 Arthur Kill Rd | Charleston
A unique piece of Staten Island's history, bring your puppy to the large outdoor Beer Garden and enjoy an afternoon with great music and a wide selection of drinks, and traditional German food.
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Updated August 2025
