Dog Friendly Restaurants in Council Bluffs, IA

There are 14 dog-friendly restaurants in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Barley's
Barley's Barley's in Council Bluffs, IA is a warm bar and grill serving up pub snacks, pizza, burgers, sandwiches, specials, and plenty of craft brews. Bring Fido along to the large, dog-friendly patio and go for a signature Thai Chicken pizza or try the Barley Burger and wash it all down with a draft beer. See Details
Pet Friendly PepperJax Grill
PepperJax Grill This cheesesteak spot on Denmark Drive has eight dog-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your pup along. Like the build-your-own-burrito concept, PepperJax Grill lets diners create custom cheesesteaks and bowls. You can choose between Steak, Spicy Italian Sausage, Chicken, Pulled Pork, Smoked Brisket, and Veggie. Top it with cheese and douse it in jalapeno juice for a spicy kick. If you are looking for a snack, there are also loaded nachos and fries. 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
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Council Bluffs 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
Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats to Council Bluffs locals and tourists alike. Several outdoor tables are available to dog owners with a sweet tooth wanting to indulge alongside Fido. Dairy Queen's menu is comprised of Grillburgers, artisan-style sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken strip baskets, snacks such as Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso, Potato Skins, and chicken snack melts, salads, and sides such as fries, onion rings, and cheese curds. Its menu also includes blizzards, hot desserts a la mode, dipped cones, sundaes, cold and blended coffees, shakes, malts, and Orange Julius drinks. 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
Caddy's Kitchen & Cocktails Caddy's Kitchen & Cocktails is a dog-friendly American restaurant in Council Bluffs, IA. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor front patio. Make sure to try their epic Bloody Mary alcoholic drink, featuring a burger, pork tenderloin, shrimp, bacon, beer, and more. If you have room for more, you'll also want to check out their Lobster Tonnarelli pasta, ribeye, and chicken carbonara. See Details
Hooters Hooters, located in Council Bluffs, is a well-known bar and eatery that offers up an array of tasty pub grub served by the famed Hooters Girls. Choose from menu options including appetizers, wings, salads, sandwiches, tacos, burgers, seafood, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their eight pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Tex Mex Nachos - fresh chips topped with cheese, chili, guacamole, lettuce, pico de gallo, jalapenos, sour cream, and zesty chipotle sauce. Next, chow down on the Baja Fish Tacos with grilled or crispy fish, pico de gallo, fresh cabbage, and special sauce. Or go for the Texas Cheesesteak Sandwich with steak, sauteed onions, green peppers, mushrooms, provolone cheese, queso, Daytona Beach sauce, pico de gallo, and sliced jalapenos! See Details
Sonic Drive-In This fast food restaurant on W Broadway offers carhop service and a handful of pet-friendly tables. At Sonic Drive-In you can get burgers and hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, plus fries, tater tots, and mozzarella sticks. Sonic Drive-In is known for their vast selection of drinks, like Frozen Lemonade, Strawberry Limeade, and Grape Sluch with Rainbow Candy. There is also a selection of milkshakes, Sonic Blasts, waffle cone sundaes, and ice cream slushes. See Details
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Council Bluffs Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is a fast food-style restaurant with a location in Council Bluffs that has pet-friendly outdoor tables. They don't have a full dog menu, but they do offer pup cups on request. The menu features their famous thin-pressed steakburgers with crispy edges that are cooked-to-order and finished with Freddy's Famous Steakburger and Fry Seasoning and your choice of toppings. They also serve sandwiches, chicken tenders, hot dogs, and fries, as well as their freshly-churned frozen custard. A drive-thru window is also available, so you don't have to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Starbucks Council Bluffs Whether you're getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location in Council Bluffs has five pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring Fido along. They don't have a full dog menu, but they do offer Puppuccinos on request. They serve a variety of coffee drinks, refreshers, teas and their popular frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. There are also food items including breakfast and lunch sandwiches, as well as pastries. A drive-thru window is also available so you don't have to tie Fido up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Jonesy's Corner Jonesy's Corner is a pet-friendly restaurant in Council Bluffs, IA. Your pup can join you at one of their four tables on their outdoor patio. Start your morning with a cheese omelet and return for a taco salad or wings. Upon arriving, please let them know you're outside to be served. See Details
Full Fledged Brewing Company Full Fledged Brewing Company at The Plaza in Council Bluffs, IA, welcomes dogs on their pet-friendly north-side patio. This family-owned craft brewery brews all beers on-site and offers local treats like Rustic Cuts beef sticks and Firestick Pretzels. Guests can enjoy food from nearby Big Kel’s Pizza & Wings, bring their own, or check out local food trucks during events. See Details
The Porch The Porch in Council Bluffs, IA, is dog friendly. Owners and their dogs are welcome outside on the large patio, which features umbrella-shaded tables and views of the beach volleyball courts. The lunch and dinner menu features fan favorites like the All Seven Burger, Mac & Steak, and Buffalo Chicken Wrap, along with cocktails and 10 beers on tap. See Details
Maggie May's Rodeo Saloon Fido can join you at one of the five tables outside Maggie May's Rodeo Saloon, a dog-friendly bar in Council Bluffs, IA. Menu options include delicious appetizers, fried shareables, wings and other light bites. Beer and craft cocktails are also served. Please note that table service isn’t available, so Fido will need to wait outside while you place your order inside. See Details
712 Eat + Drink Council Bluffs, IA is home to the pet-friendly 712 Eat + Drink at the Shoppes at Madison Avenue. This eatery welcomes owners to sit beside their dogs at one of the outdoor tables while enjoying a bite to eat. The lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch menus feature a range of choices, from wings and salad to flatbreads and handhelds. See Details
Brickway Brewery & Distillery Brickway Brewery & Distillery, located in the Old Market District in Omaha, NE, is a casual brewpub that serves up a variety of delicious drinks and tasty grub. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a flight of beer. Try an item from their snack menu including pretzel bites, a hummus plate or a pizza. See Details
Bärchen Beer Garden Bärchen Beer Garden in Omaha, NE, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Guests with furry friends need to enter through the alley around back (can't go through the main restaurant). Bärchen Beer Garden are purveyors of fine sausages and pretzels as well as German, Belgian and American Craft beers. See Details
La Buvette Wine & Grocery La Buvette Wine & Grocery unique, dog friendly, intimate wine bar and grocery in the Old Market area of downtown Omaha, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the patio. From Boeuf Bourguignon to roasted beets with goat cheese, anchovies, and house vinaigrette, they serve many dishes that can’t be found anywhere else in Omaha. Cheese plates and charcuterie also served. The wine list and daily food offerings are evolving constantly, so please check their website for current offerings. See Details
Zen Coffee Company Zen Coffee Company is dog-friendly, specialty coffee shop in Omaha, NE. Fido is welcome outside on the patio, but you're welcome to bring your pup in to place your order first. While there isn't a full dog menu, they do offer pup cups! The café is known for its creative espresso drinks like Honey Bee Lattes, Butter Beer lattes, matcha, chai tea lattes, cold brew, and seasonal specialty drinks, along with food options such as house-made cookies, avocado toast, and waffle-style or specialty toasts. See Details
Le Voltaire Chef Cedric Fichepain prepares classic French cuisine in a charming, unpretentious atmosphere at Le Voltaire in Omaha. Fido is welcome at three dog-friendly outdoor tables! The award-winning wine list speaks for itself, and the menu spans French staples like Cassoulet de Tarbes, Bouillabaisse de Marseille, and Brie Josette. See Details
Nite Owl Nite Owl, located in Omaha, NE, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious grub (including numerous vegetarian and vegan options). Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables, but reservations are required for patio dining. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Tot-Chos - crispy tater tots topped with queso, salsa verde, queso fresco, crema, red onion, and cilantro. Next, chow down on the Nite Owl Burger topped with crispy onions, bourbon bacon jam, cheddar, lettuce, pickles, and burger sauce. Or go for the Veggie Sliders with tofu, kimchi, and hoisin. Nite Owl is open Monday through Thursday from 5pm to 2am, and Friday through Sunday from 3pm to 2am. See Details
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