Dog Friendly Restaurants in Albany, NY

There are 54 dog-friendly restaurants in Albany that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. 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 Albany. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Wolff's Biergarten
Wolff's Biergarten
Wolff's Biergarten, located in Albany, NY, is a casual joint that serves up a variety of delicious grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. The food menu includes Bavarian pretzels, bratwurst, and hot dogs.
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Pet Friendly TORO Cantina
TORO Cantina
TORO Cantina in Albany, NY, is a dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio. TORO Cantina welcomes you to take a tour of your senses with a modern take on traditional Mexican plates, preparation, and atmosphere. Enjoy fresh tacos, burritos, salads, enchiladas, tamales, steak, fajitas, and more. A full bar with specialty margaritas is also available.
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Pet Friendly Nine Pin Cider Works
Nine Pin Cider Works
Nine Pin Cider Works is a dog-friendly tasting room in Albany, NY. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio. The tasting room features Nine Pin's own specially crafted hard cider made from Capital District and Hudson Valley apples, as well as other local New York beers. As a staff member about which sourdough personal pizza will fit best with your cider selection when you visit!
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Pet Friendly Iron Gate Café
Iron Gate Café
Iron Gate Café is a family-owned and pet-friendly breakfast and lunch restaurant in downtown Albany, NY. Their menu includes traditional breakfast fare like omelets, eggs benedict, and french toast, while the lunch menu features salads, sandwiches and wraps. They also offer an extensive vegan menu. Fido is welcome to join you for your meal on the cobblestone garden patio.
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Pet Friendly Emack and Bolio's
Emack and Bolio's
Emack and Bolio's is dog friendly, even offering a doggie sundae.
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Pet Friendly Albany Ale & Oyster
Albany Ale & Oyster
Albany Ale and Oyster, located in Albany, NY, is a trendy joint that serves up a variety of elevated bar fare. Choose from menu options including charcuterie boards, bar snacks, oysters, salads, brats, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a perfect IPA and an order of the Hot Pretzel, house-baked with funky salt and served with honey mustard and IPA mustard. Next, sink your teeth into the Albany's Best Reuben with corned beef, barrel-aged sauerkraut, smoked Swiss, and your choice of Russian dressing or dijonaise, on rustic rye bread. Or try the Kale Caesar Salad with baby kale, romaine, cherry tomatoes, crispy prosciutto, shaved parmesan, and croutons. Albany Ale and Oyster is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 1am, and Sunday from 12pm to 12am.
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Pet Friendly The Cheese Traveler
The Cheese Traveler
The Cheese Traveler, located in Albany, NY, is a hip cheese shop and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious dishes in a casual, comfortable atmosphere. Choose from menu options including cheese boards, grilled cheese sandwiches, soups, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Traditional Sandwich with French gruyere, French whole grain mustard, and garlic dill pickle relish on a sandwich loaf. Or go for the Sweet and Savory with Pawlett cheese, smoked duck breast, and the jam of the day on ciabatta bread. Before you leave, let their friendly and knowledgeable staff guide you to some cheeses, preserves, housemade condiments, or homemade dog cookies to take back home with you!
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Pet Friendly Dove and Deer
Dove and Deer
Dove and Deer is a neighborhood bar and restaurant in Albany, NY serving traditional pub fare with a crafted approach. Expect fresh ingredients and vegetable-forward options alongside your favorite bar classics. The pet-friendly patio is open weather-permitting, and reservations are recommended.
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Pet Friendly The Fountain
The Fountain
The Fountain is a dog-friendly restaurant in Albany, NY, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. You’ll find appetizers like buffalo chicken fingers, fried mozzarella, loaded fries, pretzels, and a variety of wings to kick off the meal. For mains there are hearty burners, specialty sandwiches, crisp fresh salads, and multiple pizza options. For dinner, enjoy options like chicken or eggplant parmigiana, lasagna, shrimp scampi, and other pasta dishes.
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Pet Friendly The Olde English Pub
The Olde English Pub
The Olde English Pub is a pet-friendly eatery in downtown Albany, NY. Fido is welcome to join you inside and on their spacious garden patio, partially shaded by umbrellas and lush hanging trees. Their food menu focuses on classic English pub fare like fish & chips, bangers & hash, marinated pork tartine, and pub burgers. They also offer a selection of British beers, single malt scotches, wine, and hand-crafted cocktails.
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Pet Friendly Pint Sized
Pint Sized
Pint Sized is a pet-friendly craft beer bar in Albany, NY. You can purchase beer to drink on site at the cozy bar, or order to-go from their bottle shop. Bring Fido with you inside or out while you sip your brew. Pups are welcome to sit with you at the bar or outside at one of the front tables.
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Pet Friendly Mcgeary's Pub
Mcgeary's Pub
Mcgeary's Pub is a dog-friendly establishment in downtown Albany, NY. Bring Fido with you while you enjoy food and drinks outside on the front patio. Along with a full bar, they serve wings, poutine, burgers, salads, sandwiches & wraps, pizza, and more.
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Pet Friendly Panera Bread
Panera Bread
Panera Bread on Washington Avenue Exthas two 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.
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Pet Friendly Golden Grain Pizza
Golden Grain Pizza
Golden Grain Pizza, located in Albany, NY, is a casual pizza joint serving up a variety of delicious eats. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, pizza, calzones, strombolis, pasta, seafood, subs, sandwiches, wraps, clubs, gyros, burgers, quesadillas, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Eggplant Parmesan Sandwich with breaded eggplant, marinara, and mozzarella. Or go for the Mediterranean Pizza topped with tomatoes, roasted red peppers, spinach, feta, fresh basil, mozzarella, garlic, and olive oil. Golden Grain Pizza is open Sunday through Wednesday from 10am to 1am, Thursday from 10am to 2am, and Friday through Saturday from 10am to 3am.
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Pet Friendly The Daily Grind
The Daily Grind
The Daily Grind in Albany, NY hosts a few outdoor tables with dog-friendly seating so you can take a break with your pup. The drink selection covers all the bases with espresso, coffee, lattes, frappes, tea, fruit smoothies, and more. Whether you want to warm up or cool off, there's a drink for every occasion. There is plenty to eat, too, with breakfast and lunch sandwiches, salads, naan flatbreads, and baked treats. House specials include stuffed sandwiches like the Foxcroft Favorite or The Boss. The Daily Grind also serves several craft beers and regional wines. The Daily Grind is open Monday through Saturday from 7am to 8pm, and Sunday from 7am to 5pm.
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Pet Friendly Café Madison
Café Madison
Café Madison is a dog-friendly breakfast and brunch restaurant in the heart of Albany, NY. Bring Fido along on the front patio with a view of charming Madison Ave. Their menu includes pancakes, french toast, omelettes, burritos, sandwiches and a variety of vegetarian options. Be sure to try their famous signature raspberry oatmeal pancakes!
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Pet Friendly Paesan's Pizza
Paesan's Pizza
Paesan's Pizza, located in Albany, NY, is a casual joint serving up a variety of delicious Italian-style eats. Choose from menu options including starters, salads, rolls, wings, pizza, calzones, pasta, subs, wraps, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Chicken Fiesta Pizza topped with chicken, roasted red peppers, green peppers, red onions, mozzarella, and special ranch sauce. Or go for the Philly Cheesesteak with onions, mushrooms, peppers, and American cheese. Paesan's Pizza is open daily from 11am to 1am.
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Pet Friendly Five Guys
Five Guys
Five Guys, located in Albany, 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.
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Pet Friendly Cider Belly Doughnuts
Cider Belly Doughnuts
Cider Belly Doughnuts, located in Albany, NY, serves up freshly baked doughnuts to the hungry people. Bring Fido along and snag a seat at one of their few pet-friendly outdoor tables to indulge your sweet tooth. Try the Sap Sucker Doughnut - a cider doughnut topped with maple frosting. Or go for the Das Yum - a cider doughnut topped with German chocolate.
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Pet Friendly Sweet Willy's Pizzeria
Sweet Willy's Pizzeria
Sweet Willy's Pizzeria, located in Colonie, NY, is a casual joint that serves up delicious eats. Choose from menu options including appetizers, wings, salads, pizza, pasta, calzones, strombolis, subs, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their twelve pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Grilled Chicken Sub with house marinade, lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese. Or go for the White Broccoli Ricotta Pizza topped with broccoli, garlic, ricotta, and mozzarella. Sweet Willy's Pizzeria is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 9:30pm, and Saturday from 11am to 10:30pm.
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