Dog Friendly American Restaurants in El Cajon, CA

Izzy's Cafe serves BBQ brisket, fritters and other Southern-style comfort food served in a casual, homey setting. Outdoor patio is dog friendly.

Established in 1948, In-N-Out Burger started life as California's first drive-thru hamburger stand. In-N-Out Burger on Magnolia Avenue in El Cajon has two pet-friendly tables outside. As the name suggests, their kitchen dishes up a number of different burger options, like hamburgers, combos, and cheeseburgers. Their cheeseburger is made up of freshly baked buns, real American cheese, American beef, onions, lettuce, tomato, and spread. The most appropriate way for you and Fido to enjoy your In-N-out experience may be to order your items Animal style. Animal style burgers are smothered in Thousand Island dressing, mustard and extra pickles, while the fries are topped with cheese, spread and grilled onions. You can accompany your burger with freshly cut fries and one of the shakes: made with real ice cream, including chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Since 1956, Jersey Mike's Subs has been serving authentic East Coast-style subs on freshly baked bread. At this location on Jamacha Road, you and Fido can choose one of the pet-friendly tables outside. Their menu includes a number of hot sandwiches, such as Jersey Mike's Famous Philly: grilled onions, peppers and melted white American cheese; meatball and cheese, melted provolone, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese; or the big kahuna cheese steak, grilled onions, peppers, mushrooms, jalapenos, and extra melted white American cheese. If you'd rather cut down on the carb's, why not try a grilled veggie wrap: grilled green bell peppers and onions, melted swiss and provolone, lettuce, tomato, and homestyle ranch dressing. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Fido is welcome at outdoor tables at Press Box Sports Lounge in El Cajon, CA. This dog-friendly restaurant is family-owned and operated. The food menu offers a variety of dishes including seafood, burgers, sandwiches, steak and pizza. They also have an excellent craft beer selection, as well as wine options and a full bar. Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays.

Dogs are allowed at Funky Fries and Burgers, where they provide six pet-friendly tables outside. For breakfast, you can join them for some funky breakfast fries, topped with melted cheddar, two eggs, and your choice of bacon or sausage. They also claim to offer the best burgers in San Diego, such as the BBQ bacon cheeseburger: grilled onions, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, onion rings, house ranch, and BBQ sauce. Fans of fries will find a whole host of Funky Fries on the menu too, including the Philly Cheese Steak Fries: sauteed steak, grilled onions, bell peppers, garlic mushrooms, gooey mozzarella, and garlic truffle aioli. Funky Fries and Burgers is open Sunday through Thursday from 10am to 10pm and Friday to Saturday from 10am to 11pm.

Antique Row Cafe is a pet-friendly eatery serving classic American cuisine in El Cajon, CA. Bring Fido along for breakfast or lunch while you dine on the sidewalk patio. Popular items on the menu include Buttermilk Pancakes, Steak and Eggs, and the Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich.

Cafe 222 is a casual lunch and dinner spot located in the Gaslamp Quarter with dog-friendly patio seating. Menu includes waffles, scrambles, biscuits and gravy, buttermilk pancakes, chopped chicken salads, tuna melts, and ham and Swiss paninis. Open daily 7am to 1:45pm.

Queenstown Public House is a New Zealand-inspired gastropub in San Diego, CA’s Little Italy neighborhood, where Fido is welcome on the dog-friendly patio. Popular menu items include the Lamb Hash, fish & chips, New Zealand seafood stew, chicken & waffles, and soft pretzels with jalapeño cheese.

Raglan Public House is a lively San Diego restaurant with pet-friendly outdoor seating and a dog menu! Known for its creative, grass-fed burgers like the Wagyu Smash Burger and bold options like the Habanero Fried Chicken Sandwich, the menu also features tasty appetizers such as pretzels with spicy mustard, onion dip, and sausage rolls. Guests can enjoy hearty entrees like fish and chips, New Zealand meat pies, and chicken pot pie, along with fresh salads including shrimp-mango and steak Caesar.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a dog-friendly restaurant in San Diego, CA with a dog menu! Lazy Dog Cafe is a dog-themed eatery with cozy surroundings, dog-friendly outdoor seating, and an eclectic menu of hearty American eats. Lazy Dog Cafe will give your dog a bowl of water and even offers a dog menu that includes a choice of a grilled hamburger patty or a grilled chicken breast served with brown rice!

Nicky Rottens serves tasty burgers and refreshing craft drinks in a warm and modern atmosphere with dog-friendly outside tables. Enjoy flavorful menu options like Mandarin chicken salad, Buffalo wings, tuna tartare, chipotle jalapeno burgers, grilled pastrami sandwiches, shrimp and chips, and for dessert, red velvet cheesecake. Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area. Nicky Rottens is open from 11am to 10:30pm seven days a week.

Branding itself as an "urban oasis cultivating health and community," Mystic Mocha is a dog-friendly spot to enjoy whole foods. Dog owners wanting to dig into a Burger with an Over-Easy Egg on top can do so while Fido lounges underfoot at one of Mystic Mocha's three picnic tables, and two regular tables outside. Mystic Mocha's menu includes fine beer and fine wine, chilaquiles, sandwiches, burritos, omelets, French toast, and tacos. Its drink menu includes a variety of iced and hot coffee drinks, teas, smoothies, handmade fresh fruit sodas, and juices. Mystic Mocha is open Sunday through Saturday from 6:45am to 1:00pm and Thursday through Saturday from 5:00pm to 8:00pm.

The Crack Shack is a dog-friendly restaurant working "to elevate the chicken and egg to the high perch" of farm to table cuisine. The Crack Shack states that the entire restaurant is pet-friendly, but dogs must remain on a leash and not eat off of the plates. The Crack Shack's menu includes sandwiches, fried chicken, slaws, salads, and Other Cluck dishes such as the Anti-Salad Power Bowl, Chicken Oysters, Schmaltz Fried Fries, Mexican Poutine, Deviled Eggs, and more. Frequent visitors recommend getting one of The Crack Shack's house made sauces to accompany your meal. This location of The Crack Shack is open Sunday from 9am to 10pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 8am to 10pm, Friday from 8am to 11pm and Saturday from 9am to 11pm.

This La Jolla breakfast and lunch favorite sets a high bar with its variety of healthy doggy meals. Pups chow down on organic and free-range fare from Shorehouse Kitchen's dog menu in 3 outdoor seating areas while humans choose from eggs Benedict (multiple variations), pork carnitas chilaquiles, mango pancakes with guava syrup, caramelized vanilla bean French toast and other popular options.

Awesome burgers and a great selection of beer. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.

Miss B's Coconut Club is a dog-friendly restaurant serving Caribbean-inspired American food with "tiki-flare." Dog owners wanting to sip on a Carbe Welcome Cocktail while Fido lounges underfoot can do so at one of its six outdoor tables. Miss B's menu includes appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches, brunch items, and entrees such as Market Fish, Curried Coconut Shrimp, and Bistecca Con Papas. Its house cocktails include The Papaya King, the Bro Tai, and the Coconut Club Cocktail, a mix of Miss B's Rum Mix, House Orange and Pineapple Cordial and Coco Lopez. Miss B's is open daily from 10am to 10pm. Brunch is served daily until 2pm.

Woody's Breakfast and Burgers, located in Pacific Beach, is a casual beachfront restaurant that serves up a variety of Cali burgers and tacos. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables along the boardwalk for breakfast or dinner. The patio offers unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean as well as great people watching along the boardwalk. To start your day, try the Carne Asada Breakfast Burrito stuffed with house-marinated carne asada, eggs, cheddar cheese, pico de gallo, black beans, and rosemary potatoes. Or if you're dropping by for dinner, order the Buddha Burger - a full pound of beef topped with sugar-spiced bacon, grilled onions, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and American cheese. Woody's only welcomes pets at outdoor tables when the boardwalk is dog-friendly. Dogs are allowed before 9am and after 4pm from the beginning of November through the end of March, and before 9am and after 6pm from April through the end of October.

Fido can join you at one of the tables on the covered outdoor patio at Nate's Garden Grill, a dog-friendly eatery with a hip vibe located at City Farmers Nursery in San Diego, CA. Menu options include burgers, sandwiches, tacos, salads and much more. Craft beer, wine and cocktails are also served, and they often host live music for you to enjoy. Please note that orders are placed inside at the counter.

Grab a dog-friendly outdoor table and peruse an infinite selection of breakfast options, including 25 gourmet pancake varieties and 8 types of Belgian waffle, at Richard Walker's Pancake House in San Diego, CA. Choose from classic eggs Benedict, sweet and savory crepes, chopped Greek salad, and bacon and tomato grille cheese.

Tender Greens creates a modern, laid-back environment with dog-friendly outdoor seating to serve a menu of salads, sandwiches, and big-plate entrees. Choose from tasty fare like roasted tomato soup, chipotle BBQ chicken salad, backyard marinated steak, and baked falafel. Open daily from 11am to 9pm.