Dog Friendly American Restaurants in San Marcos, CA

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Draft Republic is a neighborhood bar & grill in San Marcos, CA. Fido is welcome to dine with you at an outside table. This dog-friendly restaurant offers salads, pizza, tacos, chicken tenders and more.

Brickmans Restaurant & Bar is a dog-friendly eatery located at The Links at Lakehouse in San Marcos, CA. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables with views of the golf course for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can savor a variety of appetizer such as Brickmans Steak Bombs - short rib-filled egg rolls with sautéed onions and cherry peppers - or the popular loaded potato skins. The menu also features options like burgers, sandwiches and entrees including fish and chips or rigatoni Bolognese. Brunch is available on weekends.

Established in 1948, In-N-Out Burger started life as California's first drive-thru hamburger stand. In-N-Out Burger on Grand Avenue in San Marcos has five 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 Grand Avenue, 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.

Mariah's is a restaurant with dog-friendly outdoor seating in San Marcos, CA. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy a meal at one of the many tables on the partially-shaded side patio. The menu includes omelettes, pancakes, eggs benedict, salads, sandwiches, burgers and more.

Family restaurant, outside dining for dogs and people. Home style food, homemade pies, friendly staff. 17 years at this location. Come by with your doggies and we have a special treat for them.

Hooters, located in San Marcos, is a well-known bar and eatery that offers up an array of tasty pub grub served by the famed Hooters Girls. Choose from menu options including appetizers, wings, salads, sandwiches, tacos, burgers, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Tex Mex Nachos - fresh chips topped with cheese, chili, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, jalapenos, sour cream, and zesty chipotle sauce. Next, chow down on the Baja Fish Tacos with grilled or crispy fish, pico de gallo, fresh cabbage, and special sauce. Or go for the Texas Cheesesteak Sandwich with steak, sauteed onions, green peppers, mushrooms, provolone cheese, queso, Daytona Beach sauce, pico de gallo, and sliced jalapenos!

Panera Bread on Grand Avenue has seven 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.

Five Guys, located in San Marcos, 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.

O's American Kitchen on S Las Posas Road has fifteen pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you are welcome to bring your dog along. The globally influenced O's American Kitchen is known for their fresh-baked breadsticks with Bolognese, Marinara, Pizza, Alfredo, or Tomato Cream dipping sauces. They are making hand-crafted pizzas, like Cilantro Shrimp and Italian Meatball, and artisan sandwiches including the Catalina Club Sandwich and Tuscan Ciabatta Melt. If you are bringing the whole fam along, O's American Kitchen offers meal deals for six which includes salad and breadsticks. If you have a sweet tooth, O's American Kitchen has a signature American Cookie topped with vanilla ice cream, and a Ghirardelli Brownie Sundae.

Creating sandwiches from fine deli meats, Big Apple Bagels is a dog-friendly eatery serving all-day breakfast, lunch, and dinner to San Marcos locals and tourists alike. Big Apple offers one outdoor table to dog owners wanting to dig into a gourmet muffin alongside Fido. The bagel shop's menu includes breakfast and deli sandwiches, bagels, My Favorite Muffins, Freshens smoothies, and Brewster's coffee drinks. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens is a dog-friendly restaurant and brewery in Escondido, CA. They serve an eclectic menu crafted with small-farm produce, plus an extensive craft beer and wine selection. Leashed pets are welcome to join you at tables in the outdoor seating area of this location.

Located in historic downtown Escondido, CA, Burger Bench offers a menu featuring salads, burgers, sliders, grilled cheese sandwiches and hand-mixed shakes. The restaurant also has 20 craft beers on tap and a heated, pet-friendly outdoor patio with dog bowls available.

Encinitas Cafe offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner at great prices, a casual ambiance, and dog-friendly sidewalk tables. A classic menu features three-egg omelettes, pancakes, waffles, burgers, sandwiches, fish tacos, roasted turkey, chicken fried steak, and homemade meatloaf. Open daily at 5:30am to 9pm.

The Naked Cafe is a local chain with a pet-friendly location at Village Faire in Carlsbad, CA. Owners are encouraged to bring along four-legged friends to enjoy a bite from the dog menu, which offers options like grilled chicken, eggs and pup cups. Canine companions are invited to join owners at a table outside on the patio while humans enjoy breakfast or lunch options like pancakes, omelets, salads or wraps.

Hungry Bear Deli, located in Vista, CA, is a casual delicatessen-style eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly joint while you enjoy your meal, and even enjoy a meal of his own! Hungry Bear Deli is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 8pm, Saturday from 11am to 8pm, and Sunday from 11am to 5pm.

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.

Stratford at the Harbor is a dog-friendly restaurant in Oceanside, CA, where Fido can join you at a table on the patio overlooking the harbor. The eatery serves both breakfast and lunch with items like omelets, corned beef hash, cinnamon bacon pancakes, fresh fish, burgers and sandwiches. Vegetarian options are available.