Dog Friendly American Restaurants Near LOU Airport

Ditto's Grill serves up American cuisine with a bit of International flair, all in a casual, upscale atmosphere. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, seafood, beef, chicken, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an Absolut Bloody Mary (Absolut, bacon salt, fresh basil, pepperoncini, stuffed olives) and an order of the Crabmeat Quesadillas with crabmeat, provolone cheese, toasted almonds, apricots, and cilantro. Next, chow down on the house special Stuffed Pacific Bass - baked and stuffed with pesto nuts, tomatoes, and roasted garlic sauce, served with corn risotto and a citrus salad. Or go for the Smoke House Ham Sandwich with applewood bacon, gouda, BBQ sauce, and tobacco onions. Ditto's Grill is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 11pm, and Sunday from 9am to 10pm.

Hammerheads is a basement pub with dog-friendly sidewalk seating in Louisville, KY. Bring Fido to join you at an umbrella-cast shade table as you chow down on a variety of American pub grub and cold beer.

McAlister's Deli is a dog-friendly restaurant on Lime Kiln Ln. This deli has eight tables outside for dogs and their owners. Their chefs are proud to serve food prepared with fresh ingredients made to order. The crafted sandwiches on the menu are the specialty of the kitchen. Meat eaters can indulge in the McAlister's Club, the King Club, horseradish roast beef and cheddar, garden fresh turkey, or the black cherry and ham sandwich. Vegetarians can indulge in their new veggie sandwich or the four cheese griller, a mom-made favorite prepared their way. If you like the sound of ginormous spuds, you can order one of their topped potatoes instead, like the black Angus roast beef spud. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside.

Pizza Lupo is a dog-friendly restaurant located in a historic brick building in Louisville, KY. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on their outdoor patio. They serve Neapolitan-style pizza, handmade pasta and salads.

Royals Hot Chicken is a casual eatery that specializes in fried chicken, available in varying levels of tongue-torching heat. Choose from a variety of menu options including snacks, salads, sandwiches, fried chicken, tacos, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Loaded Potato Wedges, topped with pickled red onions, bacon, beer cheese, and green onions, served with a side of ranch for dipping. Next, chow down on the Fried Chicken Tenders Plate in your choice of heat (Mild, Medium, Hot, X-Hot, or Gonzo,) served with a dipping sauce of your choice (Honey Mustard, Alabama White Barbecue, Hot Pepper Jelly, Green Goddess, and more,) along with one side (coleslaw, pimiento cheese grits, cucumber salad, and more!) Or go for the Royals Fried Chicken Salad Sandwich with sunflower seeds, Granny Smith apples, honey mustard, golden raisins, iceberg lettuce, and dill pickles, on a potato bun. Royals Hot Chicken is open Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30am to 10pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 11pm.

Joella's Hot Chicken is a pet-friendly restaurant on Frankfort Avenue in Louisville. There are ten tables outside for dogs and their owners, so Fido can join you for some all-natural chicken, brined over-night, fried golden brown, and sauced in a choice of unique spice blends. Hot chicken, a favorite in Nashville, has a sweet-mean kick and is available at Joella's Hot Chicken with a range of spice levels, including Southern, Tweener, Spiked Honey, Inferno, and for the bravest of the brave, Fire-In-Da-Hole. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Varanese is an American-style joint serving up delicious, elegant dishes. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, seafood, veggies, steak, pork, lamb, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the four pet-friendly tables available on the sidewalk (unfortunately pups aren't allowed on their patio.) Start your meal off with an order of the Baked Brie wrapped in puff pastry and served with bourbon caramel, toasted pecans, and sliced apples. Next, chow down on the Pecan Encrusted California White Bass atop molasses whipped sweet potatoes, finished with a honey jalapeno butter sauce. Or go for the Beef Tips and Tortellini - sauteed beef tips and tortellini tossed in a gorgonzola cream sauce with baby spinach, grape tomatoes, and toasted pine nuts, topped with crispy prosciutto. End on a sweet note with the Brioche French Toast - custard-fried brioche French toast topped with candied bacon, sugared pecans, peanut butter powder, bourbon maple syrup, and caramel sea salt ice cream! Varanese is open Sunday through Thursday from 5pm to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 5pm to 12am.

Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables at Bourbons Bistro in Louisville, KY. This pet-friendly eatery has a rotating, seasonal menu that is inspired by bourbon and Southern cuisine. Dishes may include salads, seafood, steak and burgers. Choose from more than 130 bourbons, or enjoy beer, wine and cocktails.

Bruegger's Bagels is a dog-friendly eatery serving a comprehensive menu of healthy choices for breakfast and lunch. Visitors to Louisville with Fido in tow and a craving for a preservative-free bagel, can head to one of Bruegger's two outdoor tables to dig in. The eatery's menu is made up of bagels and cream cheese, salads, signature soups, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and coffee drinks. Diners with a sweet tooth can indulge in a Cheesecake Brownie, Cranberry Orange Nut Muffin, or Oatmeal Raisin Pecan Cookie.

Wonderful neighborhood American Cafe with a covered patio. Bring fido and enjoy a giant spud, tasty salad, or maybe a simple cup of soup.

Uptown Cafe serves up delicious eats in a casual atmosphere with a contemporary twist. Choose from menu options including appetizers, seasonal small plates, salads, seafood, chicken, steak, pork, veggies, burgers, sandwiches, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their eight pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Stuffed Mushroom Caps filled with sausage and goat cheese, and topped with a brandy brown cream sauce. Next, chow down on the Duck Ravioli with mushrooms and green peppers in a white wine sauce. Or go for the Pecan Encrusted Chicken Liver Salad with Granny Smith apples, bacon, and red onions in a brandy brown sugar glaze over mixed greens and spinach, tossed with a raspberry vinaigrette. Uptown Cafe is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 10pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 11pm.

Wiltshire on Market is an intimate eatery that serves up a variety of elegant American-style dishes. Choose from menu options including starters, flatbreads, tacos, soups, salads, steak, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Popcorn with plugra butter, salt, and pepper. Next, chow down on your first course of the Taco with fried Kentucky silver carp, beet-pickled red cabbage, chipotle crema, and jalapenos. Once you've cleaned the plate, start in on the Braised Marksbury Farm Rabbit with black pepper pappardelle, toasted pistachios, and parmigiano reggiano. Wiltshire on Market is open Thursday from 5pm to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 5pm to 11pm, and Sunday from 5pm to 9:30pm.

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Louisville locals and tourists alike. Your leashed pet can join you at an outdoor table on their patio. The menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

McAlister's Deli is a dog-friendly restaurant on Breckenridge Ln. This deli has five tables outside for dogs and their owners. Their chefs are proud to serve food prepared with fresh ingredients made to order. The crafted sandwiches on the menu are the specialty of the kitchen. Meat eaters can indulge in the McAlister's Club, the King Club, horseradish roast beef and cheddar, garden fresh turkey, or the black cherry and ham sandwich. Vegetarians can indulge in their new veggie sandwich or the four cheese griller, a mom-made favorite prepared their way. If you like the sound of ginormous spuds, you can order one of their topped potatoes instead, like the black Angus roast beef spud. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside.

Five Guys, located in Louisville, is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheeseburger - two hand-formed patties grilled to perfection, two strips of bacon, and two slices of American cheese on a soft sesame seed bun, piled high with the toppings of your choice (mayo, lettuce, pickles, grilled onions and mushrooms, relish, jalapenos, hot sauce, and more!) Before you leave, snag one of their hand-spun Milkshakes with your favorite mix-ins (bananas, cherries, coffee, malted milk, Oreo cookies, Oreo cream, bacon, peanut butter, and more!) 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 dog-friendly Panera Bread's eclectic deli/bakery menu includes soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches, and pastries and cookies for dessert. Great place for a light lunch or dinner. Outdoor seating area welcomes dogs.

Home Run Burgers, located in Louisville, KY, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of American classics. Choose from menu options including burgers, fish, hot dogs, chicken, salads, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their one pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido needs to wait outside when you go in to order.

Panera Bread on Shelbyville Road has four 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.

Panera Bread on Poplar Level 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. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Panera Bread on Rudy Ln has ten 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.