Local dog-friendly restaurants in Nashville

Since its establishment in 1996, this café has been serving Nashville with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. This café also has a coffee bar using organic beans from their partner, Bongo Java. Fido has a pet-friendly patio as well. In fact, the café is named after the dog that discovered coffee, according to legend. Fido also offers dog-themed drinks, like the Pink Poodle and Milkbone. If you’re coming on a weekend, be sure to arrive early, as lines can get long very fast.

For an upscale dining experience, look no further than Marsh House. This chic restaurant offers responsibly sourced and sustainable seafood dishes as well as seasonal craft cocktails and an extensive wine list. Their patio, which can be accessed from 11th Avenue South, is dog-friendly. Seasonal dog treats are available, and staff will provide fresh bowls of water. You can also order a dog-friendly version of their scrambled eggs and toast. Reservations are only available inside their dining room, so be sure to arrive early to secure one of their dog-friendly patio tables.

The Loading Dock takes its name from an origin story of community and collaboration. Its origins come from Fort Houston, originally housed inside Houston Station, which had its own loading dock. Today the Loading Dock continues this atmosphere of camaraderie through café fare and tasty drinks. This space hosts various events and art galleries which you can attend while eating and drinking. Your dog is part of the community, too. Their dog-friendly patio has four large picnic tables with umbrellas and artificial grass.

If you want a more casual atmosphere, look no further than Bringle’s Smoking Oasis. This West Texas-style barbeque joint offers various menu items including smoked brisket, beef ribs, and pulled pork. Make sure to order one of their homemade sides of Texas-style baked beans, chorizo queso, and Mexican street corn. Bringle’s has a pet-friendly patio with multiple picnic tables so you can bring your pet with you to dine out. There is even some turf on their patio so that your dog doesn’t have to lie on concrete. There are no reservations at this restaurant, so be sure to arrive early.

Biscuit Love offers a locally sourced Southern menu that includes breakfast and lunch. What once was a simple food truck expanded to have its first location in the Gulch, followed by another location in Hillsboro. They have a pet-friendly patio that was rated one of Downtown Nashville’s Top Dog-Friendly Patios. Note that their patios are not covered and may be closed due to bad weather. If you want to take your pup to this location (or their other Nashville location in Hillsboro) be sure to call ahead to ensure that their patio is open.

If you want to dine out with your dog in Nashville, there are plenty of spots to choose from. For those who want a hearty serving of fresh Southern seafood, bring your dog to Biscuit Love’s outdoor picnic table. If lighter café fare is more your vibe, check out Fido’s dog-friendly patio. If you want a more artsy vibe, head on over to the Loading Dock’s airy outdoor patio. Before you bring your dog out to dine, make sure that they’re healthy and prepared to spend time around people. Book a virtual vet appointment through Vetster to ask a veterinarian about any concerns you have with your pet’s health.