Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Wisconsin

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great American restaurants in Wisconsin that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

North Star American Bistro

Brookfield, WI

North Star American Bistro The relaxing North Star American Bistro offers a variety of new American dishes and outdoor seating that welcomes dogs. Choose tasty menu options such as crab cakes, grilled chicken clubs, cheddar and bacon jam burgers, pesto chicken pizza, ravioli, bacon wrapped meatloaf, yellowfin tuna, and apple cobbler for dessert. Open daily 11am to 10pm. See Details

Gordy's Boat House Bar & Restaurant

Fontana, WI

Gordy's Boat House Bar & Restaurant Located on the shore of Lake Geneva, Gordy's Boat House is a dog-friendly restaurant and bar with several tables outside on the patio. You and Fido can dine outside at Gordy's on Thursday through Sunday, but you'll have to order your food to go. If your dog is a sea-lover, you can bring them by boat and dock at one of the three piers. On the American menu, you'll discover lots of American favorites, including Wisconsin white cheddar cheese curds for an appetizer; flatbreads, wraps, tacos, and sandwiches for lunch; seafood, pasta, ribs, and filet for dinner. Although the hours vary throughout the year, the summer hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday to Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details

Cafe Centraal

Milwaukee, WI

Cafe Centraal Cafe Centraal offers outdoor seating where dogs are welcomed! They even bring out a dish of water for your pup. See Details

Ollie's Madison

Fitchburg, WI

Ollie's Madison Ollie's Madison is a dog-friendly restaurant in Fitchburg, WI, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. They serve casual American cuisine with a focus on local farms and producers. Visitors can enjoy deep-dish pizza, smash burgers, homemade mac and cheese with a variety of toppings, smoked chicken or tofu wings, and more. There's also a vegan menu, plus a fun cocktail list. See Details

Trail's End Resort and Campground

Hayward, WI

Trail's End Resort and Campground The Trail's End Resort and Campground is home to a picturesque, dog-friendly patio next to Lac Courte Oreilles, the eighth largest lake in Wisconsin. The Trails End Lodge is a full-service bar and restaurant offering American fare. On the menu, the smoked prime rib sandwich is popular among other diners. Served on a ciabatta bun, the smokey meat in the sandwich is apparently so tender you could cut it with a butter knife. The Trail's End Lodge is open every day of the week from 11am to 12am. See Details

Manypenny Bistro

Bayfield, WI

Manypenny Bistro Manypenny Bistro, located in Bayfield, WI, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you while you order at their walk-up window and find a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Try the Grilled Badger Breakfast or drop in for lunch and chow down on the French Dip with shaved prime rib. See Details

Sawmill Inn

Richfield, WI

Sawmill Inn The Sawmill Inn's name derives from the raw timber that was milled on site to build the structure. A family owned and operated establishment, Fido can join you at one of the three dog-friendly tables outside. The menu is full of hearty American dishes for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Their breakfast is available all day, including some Woodstock Breakfasts, homemade to order and including eggs benedict, Millie's crab benedict, and steel cut oatmeal. Alternatively, you may want to try some flapjacks, including french toast dipper in special recipe egg batter and served golden brown with syrup and butter, dusted with powdered sugar. The Sawmill Inn is open every day of the week from 7am to 9pm. See Details

Cowboy Jack's Saloon

Altoona, WI

Cowboy Jack's Saloon Pull up a stool at Cowboy Jack's Saloon, a dog-friendly wild-west themed restaurant in Altoona, WI. Fido is welcome to join you for lunch or dinner beside a table on the two-level outside deck overlooking the Eau Claire River. Serving American favorites with a country twist, Cowboy Jack's Saloon invites you to try one of their signature burgers, hearty barbecue sandwiches, specialty pizzas, juicy wings, or fresh soups & salads. Pair your dish of choice with an ice-cold beer or seasonal cocktail. Venture in during Happy Hour for half-price appetizers. See Details

Acoustic Cafe

Eau Claire, WI

Acoustic Cafe Acoustic Cafe is dog-friendly! They have quite a few small outdoor tables where you and your canine companion are welcome to sit. The Acoustic Cafe serves up local live music alongside tasty sandwiches, house-roasted coffee, and daily fresh-baked bread. Hoagies or pitas are available with a savory selection of meats including turkey, ham, salami, corned beef, tuna and roast beef. Bagels, muffins, cinnamon rolls, scones, quiche, and oatmeal make up their breakfast menu. Sides include soups, salads, nachos, hummus and more. Hot tea, fruit smoothies, and sodas are available to wash it all down. The cafe is open Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 10:00pm, Friday 7:30am to 11:00pm, Saturday 9:30am to 11:00pm and Sunday 9:30am to 10:00pm. See Details

Mr. Brews Taphouse

Plover, WI

Mr. Brews Taphouse Along with craft beer, Mr. Brews Taphouse on County Road HH offers five pet-friendly tables for their dog-owning customers. The list of beers on offer includes lagers, ales, wheat ales, pale ales, ambers, ciders, and lots of more obscure brews for you to wet your whistle with. The menu is built around a spine of gut-busting burgers that begin with a generous freshly-ground hamburger patty cooked to medium-well, placed on a toasted, fresh bakery bun, and topped with pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onions. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details

The Copper Dock

Hubertus, WI

The Copper Dock The Copper Dock, located in Hubertus, WI, is a relaxing American eatery that serves up a myriad of delicious fare with a beautiful lakeside view. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Beef Tenderloin Carpaccio with horseradish aioli and toasted baguettes. Next, chow down on the Pan Seared Duck Breast with honey and thyme glaze, mushrooms, and peas. Or go for the Seafood Casserole with scallops, shrimp, lobster, cod, and parmesan cheese, baked with a sherry garlic cream sauce, and topped with toasted breadcrumbs. The Copper Dock is open Tuesday through Thursday from 5pm to 9pm, Friday from 4pm to 10pm, Saturday from 5pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 10am to 8pm. See Details

Sweet Home Wisconsin

Madison, WI

Sweet Home Wisconsin Sweet Home Wisconsin in Madison, WI, is a dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. They offer nostalgic Wisconsin comfort food with a Chicago twist. Dogs are not only welcome, but encouraged to join you! Their menu includes favorites such as Wisconsin cheese curds, wings, salads, brats, Chicago dogs, burgers, melts, sandwiches (like the Italian beef!), and more. A full bar is also available. See Details

Culver's

Green Bay, WI

Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Green Bay locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details

Loon Saloon

Cable, WI

Loon Saloon Located on Lake Namakagon, the Loon Saloon Bar serves pizza, hamburgers, panini, chicken wraps, and appetizers. You and Fido can enjoy their American fare at one of the three pet-friendly tables outside. One of the most popular menu items is the BBQ pulled pork burger, topped with savory hickory smoked pulled pork and topped with melted pepper jack cheese. The Loon Saloon is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 10pm and Sunday from 10am to 10pm. See Details

Luke's Deli

Janesville, WI

Luke's Deli Casual deli offers salads, hot and cold sandwiches, wraps, burgers, and yummy ice cream for dessert. Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the patio. See Details

The Landing

Hayward, WI

The Landing The Landing Resort LCO enjoys lovely views of Lake Chippewa Flowage. This dog-friendly family resort provides American cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to their regular menu, the chefs dish up a fabulous Friday fish fry, where you can get walleye, chips, and plenty of very very nice fish for an affordable price. If you're looking for a liquid lunch, you could indulge in one of the popular bloody mary drinks on the menu, served with pickled okra and a boiled egg. See Details

Mr. Brews Taphouse

Madison, WI

Mr. Brews Taphouse Mr. Brews Taphouse is a dog-friendly pub in Madison, WI where Fido is welcome to join you on the 6-table fenced in patio. With wine, craft beer, and cocktails on the menu, you are sure to find a drink you'd love at this bar and eatery. For a shared starter, try their Fried Pickles or Pretzels & Beer Cheese, and then finish your meal with your entrée of the classic Mr. Brews Original Pulled Pork Sandwich. See Details

Culver's

Mauston, WI

Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Mauston locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details

Junior's Restaurant & Tap House

River Falls, WI

Junior's Restaurant & Tap House Fido is welcome on the seasonal patio outside Junior's Restaurant & Tap House in River Falls, WI. This dog-friendly tavern is located inside the Radisson Hotel River Falls. Food options include burgers, tacos, sandwiches and seafood dishes. A full bar is available with plenty of beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Many gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options are available. See Details

Nitty Gritty

Sun Prairie, WI

Nitty Gritty Nitty Gritty is a pet-friendly restaurant in Sun Prairie, WI. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. Nitty Gritty offers dishes featuring locally-sourced ingredients. Come see the home of the famous Gritty Burger and the self-proclaimed Official Birthday Place. See Details