Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Ellenton, FL

Classic American bar and grill favorites. Dogs allowed on the outdoor patio.

Applebee's is a dog-friendly grill and bar serving Ellenton locals and tourists alike. Visitors to 18th Street E can head to one of Applebee's four outdoor tables to dig into a plate of Double Crunch Bone-In Wings, smothered in Honey BBQ sauce, alongside Fido. The grill and bar's menu includes appetizers such as Chicken Wonton Tacos, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, and Cheeseburger Egg Rolls, pasta, seafood, chicken dishes, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, salads, steaks, and more. Diners with room for dessert can order a Blue Hawaiian Long Island Iced Tea and a Triple Chocolate Meltdown to top it all off.

The Canopy Bistro + Bar welcomes you and Fido to enjoy lunch or dinner at an umbrella-shaded picnic table in the outdoor garden. Located in Ellenton, FL, The Canopy serve a selection of appetizers, flatbreads, soups & salads, burgers and sliders. Pair your chosen dish with a signature cocktail, draft beer, cider, seltzer or non-alcoholic beverage.

The WingHouse of Ellenton is a sports bar and grill in Ellenton, FL offering chicken wings and other bar eats served by scantily-clad servers. Dogs are allowed at outdoor tables on the patio.

The grouper sandwich and BBQ sliders are just two menu favorites at Rick's Reef. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.

Sweet Sage Cafe in North Redington Beach, FL, is a dog-friendly cafe welcoming Fido in a lovely outside patio setting called Garden of Eatin'. Be sure to request a dog menu so your pup can feast on items like the “French Poodle” toast, “Mutt”loaf or “Beagle” with cream cheese and salmon, served in a doggie dish. For humans, they offer breakfast and lunch items including Eggs Benedict, French toast, wraps, fresh salads, and more. Be sure to try their unique Sage Creations, Waffle Daffle, Dairyberry Crunch, and bruschetta, items the eatery is known for.

Three Birds Tavern in St. Petersburg, FL, is a dog-friendly restaurant set in an century old farmhouse. Fido can join you on the downstairs patio, weather permitting. Enjoy traditional favorites with modern twist: burgers, salmon, salads, mussels, chicken, steak and desserts, all house made.

Paradise Grille is a dog-friendly eatery in St. Pete Beach where Fido can join you at an outdoor table with spectacular ocean views. This casual eatery offers a beach vibe that makes it easy to relax and enjoy the day. Choose from menu options like omelettes, egg platters, sandwiches, French toast, pancakes, burgers, fish sandwiches and more.

Harry’s Continental Kitchens is a dog-friendly restaurant in Longboat Key, FL, that welcomes Fido at an outdoor table in their charming garden for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy thoughtfully prepared dishes like lobster benedict, duck confit hash, seafood crepes and grilled Scottish salmon.

3 Keys Brewing and Eatery is a dog-friendly, small-batch brewery in Bradenton, FL, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table in the beer garden. Their menu features craft beers and ciders, along with pub-style fare like burgers, sandwiches, pizza, tacos, wings, beer cheese and chips, and more.

Pier 22 serves a variety of surf and turf entrees, handmade pizza, and yummy desserts such as peanut butter pie and apple cobbler. Patio seating is dog friendly.

This St. Armands location of the Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar chain is in a perfect location to grab a bite before or after a day at the beach. Outdoor seating is dog friendly! Located just blocks from the beach and serving handcrafted cocktails, guests can enjoy island-inspired fare like fish and chips, their World Famous Coconut Shrimp, as well as Kona coffee-crusted ribeye steak.

Evie’s Tavern & Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Sarasota, FL, where you and your pup can relax on the covered patio and enjoy views of the nearby golfers. The menu features popular items like hand-tossed pizzas, juicy burgers, fresh salads and hearty wraps.

Boulevard Burgers is a pet-friendly eatery in St. Pete Beach, FL. Owners can bring their canine companions along to unwind outside on the covered deck. Visitors can order a craft beer or handspun milkshake to pair with juicy burgers and sides.

First Watch, located in Bradenton, is a casual cafe-style eatery that serves up a variety of delicious dishes. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Chile Chorizo Omelette filled with chorizo, avocado, green chilies, roasted onions, cheddar, Monterey jack, sour cream, and house-made pico de gallo. Or go for the Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict - two poached eggs atop toasted ciabatta, topped with wild Alaskan smoked Sockeye salmon, red onion, tomato, and hollandaise, served with lightly dressed organic mixed greens. If you're stopping by for lunch, chow down on the Roast Beef and Havarti Sandwich with roast beef, horseradish Havarti, house-roasted onions, tomato, and lemon-dressed arugula on grilled parmesan-crusted sourdough, served with a side of horseradish sauce.

Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the back patio at The Waterfront Restaurant, a pet-friendly eatery in Anna Maria, FL. Enjoy lunch and dinner items like burgers, tacos, shrimp, pasta and more. They also serve a full bar and a kids menu.

Located in Island Park on Sarasota's downtown bay front, O'Leary's is open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Their menu features French toast, western omelets, egg sandwiches, Buffalo shrimp, burgers, wraps, gulf clam strips, and blackened mahi tacos, plus beer, wine, and tropical frozen drinks. Be sure to ask for their doggy menu!

Circles is a dog-friendly eatery in Apollo Beach, FL, where dogs can their owners at a shaded outdoor table. Take in the waterfront view of Lands End Marina as the sun sets over the waters of Bal Harbor directly off Tampa Bay. The menu includes jumbo coconut shrimp, crab cakes, BBQ pork shanks, penne alfredo, grouper sandwiches and blackened mahi. Note that dogs must always be leashed and remain on the ground.

Sit outside on John's Pass boardwalk with your dog and enjoy some hearty grub while taking in a beautiful sunset. Water bowls are available.

Combining the best of European brasseries with the relaxed atmosphere of American eateries, Cassis offers French-influenced American classics for brunch, lunch, and dinner. Located on Beach Drive, Cassis offers ample outdoor seating and a doggie menu specifically for Fido! Cassis is open Sunday through Thursday from 8am to 10pm and Friday through Saturday from 8am to 11pm.