Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Poughkeepsie, NY

P.C.'s Paddock is a dog-friendly restaurant in Poughkeepsie, NY, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. Starters include house favorites like award-winning chicken wings in multiple signature sauces, clams on the half shell, and steamers in wine or ale, alongside fresh salads. In the grill section you’ll find steaks, a cider-brined pork chop, grilled salmon, and chicken or pork-glazed dishes. They also serve pasta dishes, sandwiches and burgers.

Pub food and Steaks

Adam's Cafe, located within Adam's Fairacre Farms in Poughkeepsie, NY, is a casual eatery that serves up American-style cuisine. Choose from menu options including omelettes, pancakes, breakfast sandwiches, French toast, soups, salads, wraps, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal.

Located in historic downtown Poughkeepsie, NY, The Palace Diner is open 24/7 and serves up a variety of delicious American-style eats. Choose from menu options including eggs, omelettes, pancakes, appetizers, salads, burgers, wraps, sandwiches, steaks, chops, ribs, seafood, pasta, chicken, 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 Jalapeno Poppers - batter-dipped jalapenos stuffed with cheese and deep-fried, served with spicy marinara sauce and sour cream. Next, chow down on the Bruschetta Burger topped with fresh mozzarella, diced tomatoes, baby greens, oil, and balsamic vinaigrette, served open-faced on grilled pita bread. Or go for Rocky�s BBQ Chicken Sandwich with charbroiled chicken breast, fried onions, cilantro, melted cheddar, and BBQ sauce served open-faced on sourdough bread with a side of French fries. The Palace Diner is open 24/7, so stop in!

Panera Bread on Dutchess TurnpikE 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.

Essie's is an elegant, yet casual eatery located in Poughkeepsie, NY, that serves up a variety of delicious American dishes. Choose from menu options including starters, small plates, chicken, seafood, steak, lamb, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal (weather permitting.) Start off with an order of the Grilled Octopus with pinto beans, crispy potatoes, ramp vinaigrette, ink aioli, chorizo, radishes, and preserved lemon. Next, chow down on the Tunisian Rack of Lamb with farro, plantains, chickpeas, asparagus, preserved orange, and dates. Or go for the Vegetable Puttanesca with paccheri, eggplant, spring onions, garlic, olives, parsley, basil, tomato, Swiss chard, white anchovies, and capers. Essie's is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5:30pm to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 11:30am to 4pm.

Five Guys, located in Poughkeepsie, 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.

Farmers & Chefs is a farm-to-table restaurant located near the Walkway Over the Hudson in Poughkeepsie, NY. The restaurant warmly welcomes dogs on their patio and at the indoor/outdoor bar. Guests can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while savoring seasonal, locally sourced dishes. Brunch is offered on Sundays.

TGI Fridays provides a diverse menu with familiar favorites sure to please your whole pack. You can bring Fido to this location on South Road in Poughkeepsie where there are five dog-friendly tables outside. The menu items range from wings and salads to burgers and sandwiches. Signature mains include plates like ribs, chicken fingers, salmon, and pasta. The beverage selection is eclectic and refreshing with cocktails and beer as well as non-alcoholic options like smoothies and slushes.

Beacon Falls Cafe is a charming restaurant that serves American food with great flavors at great prices. Front sidewalk tables welcome dogs.

Lola's Cafe offers a casual dining atmosphere in New Paltz, NY. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table on the spacious deck. This dog-friendly restaurant offers sandwiches, paninis, salads, wraps and more. Be sure to save room for a Chocolate Coma milkshake.

Cafe Amarcord offers a menu of New American dishes in a warm, modern atmosphere with dog-friendly outdoor seating. Choose from varied options such as eggplant rollatini, rosemary lamb skewers, linguine and clams, chicken Milanaise, salmon cake sandwiches, and grilled sirloin. Opens for lunch at 12pm Tuesday thru Sunday.

Maggie Mae's is a pet-friendly eatery at the New Paltz Golf Course in New Paltz, NY. Fido can sit beside you at one of the outdoor tables on the deck overlooking the course and the Shawangunk Ridge. Their classic American fare features salads, nachos, burgers and pasta. They also offer a kids menu and a drink menu.

The Parish Restaurant and Bar, located in New Paltz, NY, is a casual bar and eatery serving up delicious New Orleans Cajun-style dishes. Choose from menu options including beignets, pancakes, salads, appetizers, steak, burgers, seafood, chicken, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal (reservations are encouraged.) Start off with a Cocktail a la Louisianne (rye, benedictine, sweet vermouth, herbsaint, Peychaud's bitters) and an order of the Baked Oyster Crostinis with butter, lemon, parmesan, and parsley. Next, chow down on the Buttermilk Fried Chicken with braised greens with bacon, and hushpuppies. Or go for the Cajun Style Parish Burger with roasted red pepper pimiento cheese, lettuce, and onion, served with your choice of side (cheddar grits, braised greens with bacon, red beans and rice, blackened green beans, corn maque choux, or mac and cheese.) The Parish Restaurant and Bar is open Sunday through Tuesday from 11am to 9pm, Thursday from 2pm to 9pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 10pm.

Cider Bros Roadhouse is a dog-friendly eatery in Red Hook, NY. Fido is invited to relax beside you at a picnic table on their outdoor lawn or at a seat around the fire pit. Sip on a glass of sangria while you dine on sandwiches, fish & chips, Southern fish tacos, chicken & waffles, or smoked brisket. They also have a variety of weekend breakfast dishes.

Farm to Table Bistro, located in Fishkill, NY, is a casual eatery that serves up a seasonal menu of delicious dishes using the freshest local ingredients possible. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their seven pet-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from menu options including small plates, soups, salads, raw bar, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, steak, seafood, chicken, pasta, and more.

Foster's Coach House in Rhinebeck, NY is a laid-back, historic tavern with American pub fare and pet-friendly outdoor tables. Open since 1890, it's a popular spot for lunch and dinner.

Pets are welcome on the seasonal dog-friendly patio outside Brix Gastropub in Upper Marlboro, MD. Stop by to enjoy lunch or dinner options from the seasonal menu featuring choices like salads, handhelds, pasta and hearty entrees.

Bring Fido to Underground Coffee and Ales in New Paltz, NY. This local restaurant features a dog-friendly patio where pups and their owners can unwind from morning to night. Start your day with a coffee and an E.B. sandwich, drop by in the afternoon for The Green Guy sandwich and soda, or order a craft beer and chicken wings for dinner.

This inviting cafe serves American favorites for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Menu features buttermilk pancakes, chicken and waffles, lobster mac and cheese, chili, burgers, fish and chips, and braised short ribs. Dogs are welcome on the front patio.