Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Newport News, VA

There are 12 pet friendly American restaurants in Newport News that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Newport News. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly First Watch
First Watch First Watch, located in Newport News, 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. See Details
Pet Friendly Viking Burger
Viking Burger Viking Burger, located in Newport News, VA, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious American fare. Fido is welcome to join you at their pet-friendly outdoor table while you enjoy your meal. Try the Helheim Burger stuffed with ghost pepper cheese, topped with grilled jalapenos, cayenne pepper, and spitfire sauce. Or go for the Alf Burger topped with Muenster cheese, grilled onions, grilled mushrooms, grilled peppers, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and ranch dressing. See Details
Gus's Hot Dog King Gus's Hot Dog Kind specializes in classic American dishes in a casual atmosphere. The menu includes hot dogs, burgers, fries, and chili. They also have sweet treats like milk shakes and funnel fries. They offer two dog-friend tables where you can chow down with Fido. Gus's is open seven days a week from 10:30am to 9:00pm. See Details
Burger Theory Burger Theory, located in Newport News, VA, is a casual American eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a local craft beer and an order of the Nacho Fries topped with nacho cheese, bacon, pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole. Next, chow down on the Farm Fresh Burger topped with roasted red peppers, grilled onions, portobello mushroom, lettuce, Boursin cheese, and roasted garlic mayo. Or go for the Sriracha Sirloin - a house-marinated sirloin with sriracha glaze, smashed potatoes, and grilled veggies. Burger Theory is open Monday through Thursday from 6:30am to 10pm, Friday from 6:30am to 11pm, Saturday from 7am to 11pm, and Sunday from 7am to 10pm. See Details
Cook Out Cook Out is a dog-friendly restaurant serving fresh, never frozen hamburgers to Newport News locals and tourists alike. Visitors to Cook Out can head to one of its outdoor tables to indulge in a milkshake alongside Fido. The restaurant's menu is made up of hot dogs, bbq, burgers, chicken dishes, corn dogs, quesadillas, hushpuppies, fries, and more. Forty plus premium milkshakes are available to top off your meal in flavors such as Peanut Butter Banana, Hi-C Punch, Chocolate Cobbler, and Reese's Cup. See Details
HoneyBaked Ham HoneyBaked Ham, located in Newport News, is a well-known eatery that serves up delicatessen-style dishes. Choose from menu options including soups, salads, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Ham and Turkey Pesto Sandwich with ham, roasted turkey, provolone, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and pesto aioli on multigrain flatbread. Or go for the Ham Classic with ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, savory mayo, and hickory honey mustard on a flaky croissant. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers a healthy alternative to typical fast food with a menu full of light and filling options. Fido can join you for a bite at this location in Newport News on Warwick Boulevard where there are dog-friendly tables outside. You can kick off the morning with a savory breakfast wrap or a sweater dish like the Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread. Lunch and dinner options feature flatbreads, sandwiches, and wraps with plenty of options for vegetarian diners. True to their name, you will also find a large selection of smoothies with classic fruit smoothies, superfood options, and supplements that you can add in for an extra boost. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Warwick Boulevard 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. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Jefferson Avenue has eight 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. See Details
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers a healthy alternative to typical fast food with a menu full of light and filling options. Fido can join you for a bite at this location in Newport News on William Styron Square N where there are three dog-friendly tables outside. You can kick off the morning with a savory breakfast wrap or a sweater dish like the Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread. Lunch and dinner options feature flatbreads, sandwiches, and wraps with plenty of options for vegetarian diners. True to their name, you will also find a large selection of smoothies with classic fruit smoothies, superfood options, and supplements that you can add in for an extra boost. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers a healthy alternative to typical fast food with a menu full of light and filling options. Fido can join you for a bite at this location in Newport News on Jefferson Avenue where there are two dog-friendly tables outside. You can kick off the morning with a savory breakfast wrap or a sweater dish like the Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread. Lunch and dinner options feature flatbreads, sandwiches, and wraps with plenty of options for vegetarian diners. True to their name, you will also find a large selection of smoothies with classic fruit smoothies, superfood options, and supplements that you can add in for an extra boost. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs, located in Newport News, is a popular deli-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty subs and salads. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Hook and Ladder Sub with smoked turkey, Virginia honey ham, and melted Monterey jack cheese. Order it Fully Involved to get mayo, deli mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion! Or try the New York Steamer Sub with USDA corned beef brisket, pastrami, melted provolone, deli mustard, mayo, and Italian dressing. For something a bit lighter, try the Firehouse Salad with romaine, tomato, bell pepper, cucumber, mozzarella, pepperoncini peppers, and dressing, with your choice of smoked turkey, grilled chicken, or Virginia honey ham. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Baker's Crust Chesapeake Baker's Crust Artisan Kitchen is a casual eatery in Chesapeake, VA that serves up a variety of delicious dishes and dog-friendly outdoor tables. See Details
Baker's Crust Baker's Crust serves soups, salads, and hearty entrees like meatloaf and shrimp and crab linguine. Dogs welcomes on the outdoor patio. See Details
Taste Taste is a gourmet sandwich, dessert, and specialty food shop in Chesapeake, VA, with dog-friendly, outdoor seating. Order a traditional deli sandwich or chopped salad, or try a signature sammy like the Pungo BBQ, Beach Club, Lafayette, or Tidewater. Leave room for a giant cookie or decadent dessert bar. See Details
The Sportsmans Grille The Sportmans Grille serves up delicious bar fare in a casual, family-friendly environment. Choose from menu options like appetizers, salads, hotdogs, burgers, sandwiches, gluten-free dishes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Wings, tossed in your choice of sauce (Spicy, Chili Garlic, Sweet Chili, Mango Habanero, Garlic Parmesan, Old Bay, Sweet and Spicy Plum, and more.) Next, chow down on the Sunrise Burger, topped with a fried egg, bacon, and cheddar, served on a toasted bun, served with a pickle and your choice of side (potato salad, pasta salad, coleslaw, chips, mashed potatoes, or shoestring fries.) The Sportsmans Grille is open Sunday through Friday from 11am to 9pm, and Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Old Chickahominy House Old Chickahominy House, located in Williamsburg, VA, is a casual American eatery that serves up a variety of dishes. Choose from breakfast and lunch menu options including egg platters, biscuits, Brunswick stew, sandwiches, salads, and more. Fido is welcome ot join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables (available during the summer) while you enjoy your meal. Try the Plantation Breakfast with Old Virginia ham, country bacon, sausage, two eggs, grits, hot biscuits, and your choice of coffee or hot tea. Or go for the classic BLT sandwich! Old Chickahominy House is open daily from 7:30am to 2:30pm. See Details
Carrot Tree Kitchen Carrot Tree Kitchen, located in Williamsburg, is an American cafe featuring omelettes, french toast, pancakes, crepes, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps and more. Feel free to bring Fido to one of their eight pet-friendly outdoor tables. Try the Breakfast Sandwich--if you get there before 11:00--topped with two eggs, cheddar cheese and bacon or sausage. At lunchtime, try the Old Dominion Ham Biscuits appetizer with sugar-cured ham, then go for the Tidewater Crabcake on a potato roll with a side of potato salad. Carrot Tree Kitchen is open from 8am to 4:00 pm Monday through Saturday, and open for brunch Sundays 8am to 3pm. See Details
Red Point Taphouse Red Point Taphouse is a dog-friendly craft brewery and kitchen in Smithfield, VA, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Their eclectic menu features locally sourced ingredients, house brews, craft cocktails, and wine. Enjoy specialties such as blue corn hushpuppies, cracklins, malted barley bread, local lump crab dip, shrimp and grits, BBQ duck, and more. Their menu changes often so be sure to check their website for the latest offerings. Brunch is available on Sundays. See Details
Little Dog Diner Little Dog Diner in Norfolk, VA, serves classic breakfast and lunch diner eats such as chicken and waffles, buttermilk biscuits with sausage, three-egg omelettes, hot dog platters, deep fried St. Louis ribs, and pot roast. Front patio tables are dog friendly. See Details
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