If you're searching for dog-friendly restaurants around downtown Manhattan, we've got you covered. Check out these local spots where dogs are always welcome.
1. Boris & Horton
This East Village café welcomes dogs and dog lovers, alike. Customers are welcome to bring their pups inside and let them play with other dogs and humans as they roam around off-leash.
In addition to serving great coffee, beer, wine, and snacks, Boris & Horton also hosts adoption events, trivia nights, and fundraisers with the hope that dogs find their forever homes here.
Location: 195 Avenue A
2. Shake Shack
Shake Shack may be known for its burgers, but the restaurant offers two different tasty treats for Fido and friends: a Bag O’ Bones — a doggie bag of ShackBurger dog biscuits by Bocce’s Bakery and the Pooch-ini — ShackBurger dog biscuits with vanilla custard. Walk to Madison Square Park, where you and your dog can lounge and enjoy a tasty treat together.
Location: Madison Square Park near Madison Ave and E 23rd Street
3. d.b.a.
It’s 5 o’clock somewhere. This East Village dive bar is perfect for grabbing a pint with pals – and man’s best friend. With great music, happy hour specials and an enclosed outdoor patio, this bar is already a favorite among local dog owners. And if you want to celebrate your pup, d.b.a. hosts birthday or adoptiversary parties, too.
Location: 41 1st Ave.
4. The Bean
With great coffee and a pups-allowed policy, you can't go wrong with The Bean. With plenty of seating inside (and benches outside), the neighborhood coffee shop lets you chill with your dog while getting some work done with their speedy Wi-Fi. Plus, the baristas have free dog treats at the counter.
Location: 54 2nd Ave.
5. Dog & Bone
While some patrons come for the Sunday Roast, others just want to spot Dog & Bone’s four-legged manager, Winston, the English bulldog. This quirky Kips Bay eatery offers a New York take on London Pub fare and has a dog-friendly sidewalk café that stretches along 25th Street.
Location: 338 3rd Ave.
6. Wilson
Want to splurge on a fancy meal with your pup? Go to the Wilson in Chelsea. The dog menu, which is available on the restaurant’s side patio and front terrace, includes dishes like a 16-ounce grilled ribeye steak, pan-roasted salmon, and grilled chicken breast. Bon appétit!
Location: 132 W 27th St.
Written by Amber James