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Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Sylva, NC

There are 3 pet friendly American restaurants in Sylva that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 20 more nearby. 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 Sylva. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Lulu's on Main
Lulu's on Main Lulu's on Main is a dog-friendly restaurant in Sylva, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on their covered patio. This small eatery offers a variety of international menu options including French onion soup, hummus, salads, noodle dishes, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available as well. Be sure to save some room for one of their desserts like a vanilla bean creme brulee or chocolate lava brownie. See Details
Pet Friendly Foragers Canteen Sylva
Foragers Canteen Sylva Located in historic downtown Sylva, NC, Foragers Canteen serves lunch, dinner and weekend brunch to patrons with their pups on the dog-friendly patio. The menu features Southern fusion cuisine that blends down-home country cooking with global flavors. See Details
South of Philly South of Philly, located in Sylva, NC, is a casual delicatessen that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. South of Philly is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 10pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 12am, and Sunday from 11am to 8pm. See Details
Church Street Depot Church Street Depot is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00am to 8:00pm, and according to locals, they serve up the best burgers around. Bring Fido along as you visit this "build-your-own-burger" joint, and snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Choose from options like basic Angus patties, chuck and brisket patties, turkey burgers, and grass-fed patties. Topping choices include mayo, mustard, onion, pickled jalapenos, spicy mustard, cheese options, sauteed spinach, roasted red peppers, bleu cheese, a fried egg, and much more. Try the local favorite Palmetto Burger prepared with your choice of patty, topped with pickled jalapenos, and a housemade smoked pimiento cheese! See Details
Foragers Canteen Dillsboro Foragers Canteen in Dillsboro, NC, is a casual farm-to-table eatery with pet-friendly outdoor seating. Start with Crispy Cluckin' Chips—crispy chicken skin with salt, pepper, sumac and pimento cheese sauce. Then try the Coastal Car Hopper Taco, featuring grilled or fried wild Mahi Mahi, pineapple slaw, lime crema, cilantro, and cheddar cheese. Alternatively, enjoy the Back Porch Burger with pimento cheese, house-peppered bacon, fried green tomato and bibb lettuce on a brioche bun. Please call ahead to ensure the patio is open for dining. See Details
Haywood 209 Cafe Haywood 209 Cafe is a dog-friendly restaurant local to Waynesville, NC. Fido is welcome to join you at a picnic table at the outdoor seating space. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this restaurant serves traditional American classic dishes, hearty breakfasts, seafood and meat specials, as well as home-made desserts and baked goods. See Details
J.R. Chophouse J.R. Chophouse is a pet-friendly restaurant in Franklin, NC, where your leashed pup is welcome to dine with you at a table on their outdoor patio. They even have a dog menu for Fido. Enjoy their selection of succulent seafood dishes and steak entrees along with a cocktail or pint of craft beer. See Details
CJ's Grille Located in the heart of Bryson City, NC, CJ's Grille is a family-friendly restaurant with a full bar located across the street from the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly covered deck. See Details
Cornucopia With a name like Cornucopia, there is no shortage of menu offerings. Outdoor seating in back allows dogs. Staff will bring out bowls of water if you ask nicely. See Details
Waynesville Main Street Diner Furry friends of Waynesville, NC, are invited to join their owners at Waynesville Main Street Diner. This pet-friendly eatery offers outdoor tables where visitors can unwind while enjoying a bite for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The menu offers a range of items, from omelets and pancakes to handhelds and hearty entrees. See Details
Happ's Place Happ's Place is a dog-friendly restaurant in Glenville, NC, where Fido is welcome to join you at a table in the large outdoor area that's surrounded by trees. The menu features pizza, sandwiches, North Carolina favorites like trout dip and pork rinds, and dinners such as the pecan-crusted trout, pork osso bucco, and chicken bacon ranch pasta. See Details
Maggie Valley Sandwich Shop Maggie Valley Sandwich Shop, located in Maggie Valley, NC, is a small sandwich shop that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their handful of pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. See Details
Boojum Brewery Taproom Bring Fido to the pet-friendly Boojum Brewery Taproom, located in the shadow of the Smoky Mountains in Waynesville, NC. Your pup is welcome to join you at a table on their shaded patio. Some of their featured craft beers include Hop Fiend, King of the Mountain and Little River. They also offer an extensive food menu, with items such as ahi tuna nachos, The Estate Burger, hot honey fried chicken and Korean BBQ tacos. See Details
SlopeSide Tavern Located at the base of the ski slope on the Sapphire Valley Resort, SlopeSide Tavern is a casual American restaurant with a pet-friendly patio. See Details
The Fix Fido is invited to the dog-friendly patio outside The Fix, an American restaurant in Sapphire, NC. The Fix opens in the evening on weekdays and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at weekends. Guests can choose from a large selection of dishes including Fix's signature Appalachian Benedict, Hen of The Woods Mushroom toast, and a Black & Blue Bibb Wedge salad. Gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian choices are available. See Details
Paul's Family Restaurant The dog-friendly Paul's Family Restaurant invites you and Fido to dine at a table on their covered front porch in Cherokee, NC. This family-style eatery offers classic American fare including trout, steak, burgers and more. See Details
The Zookeeper Bistro Dogs are welcome at two outdoor tables at this cafe. The Zookeeper Bistro in Cashiers, NC serves omelets, eggs Benedicts, pancakes, and oatmeal for breakfast. At lunch, menu items include french onion soup, Asian chop salad, crab cake salad, slices of quiche with fruit, veggie wrap, club sandwich, and chicken tenders. See Details
Gracious Plates on Main Gracious Plates on Main is a farm-to-fork restaurant in Franklin, TN. Leashed dogs are welcome at pet-friendly tables outside. Gracious Plates on Main offers fresh food made with locally-sourced ingredients. Guests can enjoy tasty salads along with shareable appetizers like the Tempura Shrimp or the Chef's Daily Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms. Save room for dessert dishes like the cheesecake with bananas foster! See Details
Panthertown Cafe Panthertown Cafe serves locally sourced breakfast and lunch dishes in Lake Toxaway, NC. Dogs are permitted to join guests at outdoor tables. See Details
Rodgers Bros Rodgers Bros offers pet-friendly outdoor seating in Cullowhee, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy food and drinks at one of the tables on the covered patio, which features heaters in cooler months. Their menu includes fried appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, chicken and more. By request, you can also treat your pup to a cup of whipped cream! See Details
Sylva, NC, US