Dog Friendly Restaurants in Burlington, VT

There are 39 dog-friendly restaurants in Burlington 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 Burlington. Bone appetit!

Switchback Brewing Company Beer Garden & Smokehouse

Burlington, VT

Switchback Brewing Company Beer Garden & Smokehouse Switchback Brewing Company Beer Garden & Smokehouse in Burlington, VT, welcomes friendly, leashed dogs on its expansive seasonal outdoor patio. Enjoy a craft beer, cider, or cocktail with smoked chicken wings, a blackened haddock sandwich, housemade Texas-style chili, and more. Pets aren’t allowed indoors, but are welcome inside the Old Tap Room space. See Details

The Vermont Pub & Brewery

Burlington, VT

The Vermont Pub & Brewery The Vermont Pub & Brewery provides a welcoming atmosphere where guests can enjoy traditional pub fare alongside a diverse selection of craft beers, all in the heart of Burlington, VT. The menu features classic favorites, ensuring that there’s something for everyone to savor. For those who love the outdoors, the shaded patio is dog friendly, making it a perfect spot to relax with your furry friend on sunny days. See Details

Foam Brewers

Burlington, VT

Foam Brewers There are many dog-friendly tables on the covered patio at Foam Brewers in Burlington, VT, where Fido can unwind beside you. They offer a rotating selection of beers that vary based on the season and their current inspiration. To accompany your frothy beer, you can order a variety of fine cheese and charcuterie that are served with an assortment of accouterments and fresh bread. The cheese and charcuterie boards are supplemented by food trucks, sandwiches and pastries. See Details

The Spot

Burlington, VT

The Spot Fido can join you at an outdoor table at The Spot, a dog-friendly, surf-style restaurant in Burlington, VT. While they don't have a full dog menu, you can purchase doggy ice cream for your lucky pup to enjoy! The human menu on offer is fresh and local and includes the classic breakfast, Huevos Rancheros, and the lunchtime favorite, Peahi fish tacos. On the seasonally-changing dinner menu, you and Fido can check out the crispy tofu with braised greens, seasoned tofu with a medley of roasted vegetables and braised greens. See Details

Shanty on the Shore

Burlington, VT

Shanty on the Shore Erected in 1833, Shanty on the Shore is a pet-friendly restaurant in Burlington, VT, welcoming dogs at 20 outdoor tables on a patio overlooking the water. This good old-fashioned seafood restaurant serves lunch and dinner. The lunch menu includes a Cajun blackened salmon sandwich, a house favorite, served with lettuce, tomato, and a side of Cajun mayo. The raw bar on offer is full of delectable seafood treats, such as oysters, clams, and shrimp cocktail. See Details

Ri Ra Irish Pub

Burlington, VT

Ri Ra Irish Pub Ri Ra Irish Pub in Burlington, VT, offers dog-friendly covered patio seating outside. They serve classic Irish comfort food and American pub favorites in a lively, traditional pub atmosphere. Popular menu items include fish & chips, cottage pie, the Publican Reuben, Guinness BBQ burgers, wings, seafood chowder, and an all-day Irish breakfast, alongside Guinness, local craft beers, cocktails, and whiskey selections. See Details

Ben & Jerry's

Burlington, VT

Ben & Jerry's Ben and Jerry's is a dog-friendly frozen sweet shop serving, 'fresh and extraordinary dairy,' to Burlington locals and tourists alike. Dog owners can head to one of Ben and Jerry's nine outdoor tables to indulge in the sunshine alongside their furry friend. The shop's menu includes flavors such as Bourbon Brown Butter, Cherry Garcia, Empower Mint, Phish Food, Totally Baked, and The Tonight Dough. Its menu also includes an array of cones, sundaes, smoothies, and shakes. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details

Burlington Bay Market & Cafe

Burlington, VT

Burlington Bay Market & Cafe Burlington Bay is a market and cafe in Burlington, VT serving sandwiches, salads, coffee and creemees, including doggie "ice cream" and treats. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the patio. Please note table service isn't available, so Fido will have to wait outside while you collect your order. Online ordering is available through the cafe's website. See Details

Gaku Ramen

Burlington, VT

Gaku Ramen There are eight dog-friendly tables at Gaku Ramen. This Japanese restaurant offers a range of authentic Asian dishes on their traditional menu. You can try the vegetable shoyu ramen, a vegetable broth with noodles, shoyu, grilled cabbage, onion, nori, scallions, bamboo shoots, and corn. If you're not in the mood for ramen, check out the grilled salmon rice bowl, served with tobiko, shoyu, onion, scallions, cabbage, and corn. Gaku Ramen is open Sunday through Wednesday from 11am to 10pm and Thursday to Saturday from 11am to close. See Details

Splash at the Boathouse

Burlington, VT

Splash at the Boathouse Splash at the Boathouse in Burlington, VT, is a seasonal waterfront restaurant offering stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondack Mountains. Just a short walk from Church Street Marketplace, it features a pet-friendly patio where leashed dogs are welcome. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner at shaded tables, or grab takeout from the ice cream window. Be sure to check their website for weather updates before visiting. See Details

The Wallflower Collective

Burlington, VT

The Wallflower Collective The Wallflower Collective is a small dog-friendly bar with indoor and outdoor seating in Burlington, VT. Enjoy their selection of classic and specialty cocktails with Fido by your side. See Details

Kestrel Coffee Roasters - Karma Bird House

Burlington, VT

Kestrel Coffee Roasters - Karma Bird House Kestrel Coffee Roasters sources and roasts specialty coffees from all over the world, focusing on single origin coffees from small farms. Bring Fido to enjoy a high-quality coffee experience in Burlington, VT, where free wifi and public seating area available.Kestrel Coffee Roasters is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 1pm. See Details

Church Street Tavern

Burlington, VT

Church Street Tavern Located in the popular Church Street Marketplace, Church Street Tavern in Burlington, VT is a dog-friendly restaurant and bar. Fido is welcome to join you at an umbrella-covered table on their sidewalk patio. Their classic American fare includes salads, homemade soups and burgers. Enjoy a pint from a selection of over 14 craft beers on tap. See Details

Mad River Distillers Burlington

Burlington, VT

Mad River Distillers Burlington Mad River Distillers welcomes you and Fido at a table inside their dog-friendly tasting room in Burlington, VT. This local distillery serves a variety of cocktails, flights of liquor, and snacks such as cheese plates. They also offer a selection of cocktail tools, mixers, bitters and bar ware. See Details

The Friendly Toast

Burlington, VT

The Friendly Toast The Friendly Toast is a pet-friendly breakfast restaurant in Burlington, VT. Your furry companion can tag along at one of their outdoor tables for a bite. Their menu features churro bites, chicken and waffles, spicy salmon roll toast, egg burritos, and French toast. A small selection of lunch sandwiches are also available. See Details

Rikos Thin Crust Pizza

Burlington, VT

Rikos Thin Crust Pizza Rikos Thin Crust Pizza is a chain restaurant with a dog-friendly location at Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, VT. Pet parents can enjoy seasonal dining with their pups outside on the sidewalk patio. The lunch and dinner menu features classic options, including build-your-own and signature pizzas, wings, and salads. See Details

Citizen Cider

Burlington, VT

Citizen Cider Citizen Cider, located in Burlington, VT, specializes in cider with seasonal selections as well as regular preparations. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy some cider and a small bite to eat. Citizen Cider is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 10pm, Saturday from 10am to 10pm, and Sunday from 10am to 7pm. See Details

Pingala Cafe

Burlington, VT

Pingala Cafe Bring Fido along to eat at Pingala Cafe, a pet-friendly restaurant in Burlington, VT. This vegan restaurant has outdoor seating that your pup can join you at. The menu includes dishes like a crunchwrap supreme, mac and cheese and burgers. Pair your meal with a gourmet coffee or craft beer. See Details

Cosmic Grind Coffee Shop

Burlington, VT

Cosmic Grind Coffee Shop Cosmic Grind Coffee Shop is a dog-friendly coffeehouse in Burlington, VT, where Fido is invited to relax with you inside or at an outdoor table while you enjoy an espresso drink. While they don't have a full dog menu, they do have pup cups on request! Their menu also features Italian sodas, cream sodas and specialty lattes. See Details

Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe

Burlington, VT

Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe Halvorson's Upstreet Cafe in Burlington, VT features a spacious, dog-friendly patio. They offer American fare, including pub snacks, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and more. You can order chorizo fries, chili-lime wings, fried chicken sandwiches or the famous Bailey Melt - Cheddar cheese style hamburger on sourdough. The vegetarians amongst you can chow down on their beer cheese with toast or sauteed vegetable reuben. See Details