Dog Friendly Bars & Pubs in Kentucky

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 bars & pubs in Kentucky that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Shamrock Bar & Grille

Lexington, KY

Shamrock Bar & Grille Shamrock Bar and Grille is a dog-friendly restaurant in Lexington, KY, where Fido can join you at a table on the spacious outdoor patio shaded with fans. The menu features a variety of options, including juicy burgers, fresh salads, and signature dishes like the fish and chips and Kentucky Hot Brown. The have over 40 beer drafts with a full bar. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. See Details

Molly Malones

Louisville, KY

Molly Malones Molly Malones is a dog-friendly Irish pub in the highlands of Louisville, KY. Order a pint of Guinness and some bangers and mash while you sit with Fido at an outdoor table in the covered patio out front. Your furry friend can also enjoy items off their dog menu during your visit. See Details

West Sixth Brewing

Lexington, KY

West Sixth Brewing West Sixth Brewing in Lexington, KY, has a dog-friendly beer garden where Fido can join you for a pint! They brew and can more than 30 year-round, seasonal, and limited-release beers, including flagship West Sixth IPA, Pennyrile Pale Ale, Amber Ale, light lager, and rotating sours and stouts . Food is offered from Smithtown Seafood, located next door. You can order to your table, or walk up to their counter. See Details

Merle's Whiskey Kitchen

Louisville, KY

Merle's Whiskey Kitchen Merle's Whiskey Kitchen is a lively bar and eatery in Louisville, KY, that serves up a variety of down-home Southern comfort foods. Fido is welcome to join you at one of eight umbrella-covered tables on their pet-friendly side patio while you enjoy lunch or dinner. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, tacos, fried chicken and more. See Details

Paducah Beer Werks

Paducah, KY

Paducah Beer Werks Paducah Beer Werks is a unique dog-friendly joint that serves up craft brews and deliciously prepared eats in Paducah, KY. Choose from menu options including appetizers, wings, salads, paninis, pizza, calzones, flatbreads, burgers and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables with umbrellas and fans to keep you cool while you enjoy your meal. Try an order of their highly recommended Pepperoni Chips or chow down on a Blossom Burger. See Details

Against the Grain

Louisville, KY

Against the Grain Against the Grain is a dog-friendly brewpub in downtown Louisville, KY. When the weather is nice, Fido is welcome to join you on their spacious patio. They offer 15 craft beers on tap and a food menu that includes pork nachos, spare ribs, and beer-can chicken. See Details

Sig Luscher Brewery

Frankfort, KY

Sig Luscher Brewery Sig Luscher Brewery, located in Frankfort, KY, is a dog-friendly brewery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. They serve hot dogs and five varieties of bagels sticks (along with various spreads). There are also a few downtown restaurants that deliver. If you're not a beer drinker, wine is also available. See Details

Down One Bourbon Bar & Restaurant

Louisville, KY

Down One Bourbon Bar & Restaurant Down One Bourbon Bar and Restaurant is a casual eatery that serves up cold drinks and delicious eats. Choose from a variety of menu options including appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, chicken, barbecue, 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 a House Old Fashioned (sugar, flamed orange, bitters) and an order of the Bacon Wrapped Medjool Dates with gorgonzola cheese and a bourbon maple glaze. Next, chow down on the highly-recommended Three Little Pigs Sandwich with pulled pork butt, bacon, roasted pork belly, coleslaw, pickles, and mustard BBQ on a roll, served with your choice of side (house chips, fruit, seasoned fries, collard greens, or jalapeno cheddar grits.) Down One is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday from 11am to 1am, and Saturday from 4pm to 1am. See Details

Blue Stallion Brewing Co.

Lexington, KY

Blue Stallion Brewing Co. Blue Stallion Brewing Company is a pet-friendly establishment in Lexington, KY. Your leashed pup can join you outside at one of their picnic tables. They serve traditional German ales, lagers, and new styles ranging from Ales and IPAs. Pair your drink with food from Salt & Vinegar, which is located inside. Please note table service isn't available, so Fido will have to wait outside while you order. See Details

Hofbräuhaus Newport

Newport, KY

Hofbräuhaus Newport Hofbräuhaus Newport, located in Newport, KY, is a German beer hall with dog-friendly seating on their covered patio with fans to keep you cool. They feature a wide selection of traditional lagers brewed on site every day and an award-winning menu that includes Bavarian food and American favorites, such as soft pretzels, potato soup, wurstl, schnitzel, sandwiches and burgers. Save room for the Schwarzwälder Kirsch Torte - a traditional Black Forest chocolate & sweet cream layer cake. See Details

The Irish Rover

Louisville, KY

The Irish Rover The Irish Rover, located in Louisville, KY, is an Irish-inspired bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious pub grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, seafood, lamb, sausage, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, pork and more. Please note that their patio availability is weather dependent. See Details

Molly Malone's Irish Pub & Restaurant

Covington, KY

Molly Malone's Irish Pub & Restaurant Molly Malone's Irish Pub & Restaurant is restaurant located in Covington, KY, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. The menu features classics like fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, corned beef and cabbage, bangers and mash, Reuben sandwiches, burgers, wings, and pretzels with beer cheese, along with brunch and late-night bites. Guests can also enjoy an extensive beer, whiskey, and cocktail list. See Details

Mr. Brews Taphouse

Lexington, KY

Mr. Brews Taphouse Dog-friendly Mr. Brews Taphouse located on the south side of Lexington, KY welcomes Fido to join you on their covered patio with picnic tables. They offer a variety of craft beers, fresh-cut potato chips and specialty burgers including the Peanut Buster and Brews-chetta. Their menu also has several side options and salads as well as funnel cake fries for dessert. See Details

The Kitchen at Country Boy Brewing

Georgetown, KY

The Kitchen at Country Boy Brewing The Kitchen at Country Boy Brewing is a laid-back eatery with a dog-friendly covered patio located in Country Boy's taproom in Georgetown, KY. Choose from a variety of tasty eats like flatbreads, hot dogs, beer cheese, and wings, then pair it with one of Country Boy's minimally processed, house-brewed craft beers. Dogs are welcome to join you at one of several outdoor tables on the patio. See Details

World of Beer Louisville

Louisville, KY

World of Beer Louisville World of Beer, located in Louisville, KY, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious tavern-style grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables on their partially covered patio while you enjoy a pint. Choose from menu options including starters, soups, salads, wings, tacos, flatbreads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood, steak, pork, sausage and more. See Details

Gravely Brewing Co.

Louisville, KY

Gravely Brewing Co. Gravely Brewing Co. in Louisville, Kentucky combines beer, music, and food for a unique brewery experience. This dog-friendly pub allows Fido to join you inside or on the partially shaded patio at a picnic table where you'll have a view of the Louisville skyline. Gravely has partnered with Mayan Street Food to offer snacks, salbutes (Mayan puffy tacos), tacos, burritos, quesadillas and churros. See Details

Scout & Scholar Brewing Co.

Bardstown, KY

Scout & Scholar Brewing Co. Scout & Scholar Brewing Co. in Bardstown, KY is a locally owned craft brewery and restaurant serving small-batch beers alongside elevated American pub fare. Dogs are welcome pet-friendly outdoor tables. The menu includes items like smash burgers, chili cheese dogs, cod sandwiches, chicken tender sandwiches, wings, charcuterie pretzels, crispy potatoes, pepperoni hand pies, salads, and Southern-style dishes like a Kentucky Hot Brown or pork chop, all designed to pair with house-brewed lagers, IPAs, and stouts. See Details

The 859 Taproom and Grill

Florence, KY

The 859 Taproom and Grill The 859 Taproom and Grill in Florence, KY, is a pet-friendly bar with covered and heated patio seating for Fido. Your furry friend will be lavished with attention here and even has the chance to order off their dog menu. Pet parents can enjoy a full bar, 60 beers on tap, bourbons, and a menu featuring wings, tacos, burgers, plus weekend brunch. See Details

Hop's

Campton, KY

Hop's Hop's beer garden and restaurant serves a rotating menu of casual dishes created using local, sustainable ingredients whenever possible. All dining tables are outdoors and are pet-friendly. See Details

Flanagan's Ale House

Louisville, KY

Flanagan's Ale House Flanagan's Ale House serves up a variety of delicious pub grub in a casual atmosphere. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, fish, sandwiches, burgers, flatbreads, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of the few pet-friendly tables available on the side of the building while you enjoy your meal (unfortunately, pets are not allowed in the courtyard.) See Details