Dog Friendly American Restaurants Near AVL Airport

131 Main is a pet-friendly eatery in Asheville, NC. The menu includes options like fresh-cut salmon, glazed chicken, ribeye, and roasted prime rib. Dogs are welcome on the patio which includes heaters in winter.

Well-behaved dogs are welcome at several outdoor tables at this dog-friendly soul food joint in Asheville. Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack specializes in Nashville hot chicken and Southern-style comfort food sides. Don't fret if you're not into spicy fried chicken, you can choose your level of spice from Plain to XX hot! The menu features fried pickles, fried green tomatoes, rotisserie chicken, Cheerwine BBQ sandwich, chicken n' waffles, and fried chicken plates with sides of corn pudding, fried okra, sweet potato casserole, mac n' cheese, pimento cheese grits, and biscuits.

Posana is a restaurant located in the Biltmore Park area of South Asheville, NC. They have a dog-friendly patio and a dog menu for Fido! Guests can enjoy seasonal, locally sourced cuisine, with a rotating menu of creative starters, house-made pastas, prime meats, vegetarian plates, seasonal cocktails, and a curated wine list.

If soup, salads, burgers, and wraps are your cup of tea, then Blue Sky Cafe is the place to be. There is a covered patio with ceiling fans where dogs are welcome.

Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor pet-friendly table at Post 25 Kitchen & Lounge, a bar and eatery in Arden, NC. Enjoy menu items like greek nachos, wings, pizza, rib eye, fish and chips, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. They also serve vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Kosta's Kitchen is a dog-friendly restaurant in Fletcher, NC, where furry friends can join their owners outside at one of the two tables. Since 1981, locals and tourists have enjoyed visiting this local eatery for their classic American breakfast and lunch options. Try their country-fried steak with white pepper gravy.

Bent Creek Bistro is a pet-friendly restaurant located in the North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. Bent Creek Bistro offers salads, sandwiches, quiche and more. Guests can also enjoy seasonal specials.

Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar is a dog-friendly restaurant in south Asheville where Fido can join you on the outdoor, covered patio during the warmer months. This farm-to-table eatery puts a modern twist on Southern dishes and cocktails. Enjoy fried chicken with our without buttermilk waffles, cast iron pork, meatloaf, shrimp and grits, and more. Brunch is served on weekends.

South Paw is an upscale casual dining restaurant and bar located in Asheville, NC. Your leashed pup is welcome to join you on the partially covered outdoor seating area. Menu options include ahi tuna tacos, a goat smash burger, fish and chips, and grilled ribeye.

Mills River Restaurant is a casual eatery that serves up a wide variety of traditional diner fare. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches, wraps, paninis, steak, fish, stir fry, barbecue, spaghetti, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor picnic tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with an order of the buffalo wings served with a side of bleu cheese and/or ranch dressing. Next, sink your teeth into the classic Reuben sandwich with corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, and 1000 Island dressing on rye bread, served with fries, slaw, and a pickle. Or go with a fried seafood platter with popcorn shrimp and deviled crab, served with slaw, and your choice of veggies or potato. Mills River Restaurant is open daily from 6:00am to 9:00pm.

Fido is welcome at a dog-friendly outdoor table at the locally-owned Fork Lore located within the Hilton hotel at Biltmore Park in Asheville, NC. Lunch and dinner options include salads, sandwiches, burgers, and entrees like chicken pot pie and duck confit. Please note that pets aren't permitted on the patio during breakfast.

Fido is welcome to join you at one of about half a dozen outdoor, pet-friendly tables at Farm Burger, an eatery in Asheville, NC. Enjoy lunch and dinner menu items like burgers, salads, milkshakes, and more. They also serve a kids menu. Please note that table service isn’t available, so Fido will need to wait outside while you place your order inside.

Panera Bread on Hendersonville Road has several pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

The Auction House in Fletcher, NC, is a dog-friendly food hall with outdoor seating where pups are welcome to join their owners. This eatery features multiple dining concepts, including a burger spot, Mexican eatery, seafood counter, and wine bar, all with a shared seating area. Guests can also enjoy drink options such as coffee, brews and cocktails.