Dog Friendly Restaurants in Essex Junction, VT

There are 12 dog-friendly restaurants in Essex Junction 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 Essex Junction. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Vermont Cider Lab
Vermont Cider Lab Bring Fido to Vermont Cider Lab at Essex Experience in Essex Junction, VT. This dog-friendly cidery invites owners and their canine companions to sit at one of the outdoor tables on the seasonal patio while sipping on a cider, beer or glass of wine. The food menu features options like grilled cheese and soup, apple & cheddar paninis, and Poor House savory pies. See Details
Pet Friendly JULES on the Green
JULES on the Green JULES on the Green is a dog-friendly eatery in Essex Junction, VT. Fido can join you on the patio outside and order from their dog menu, which includes oatmeal and blueberry dog treats! This eatery is peanut and tree nut free, and serves a variety of food options including burgers, sandwiches and pasta. See Details
Junction The Essex Resort and Spa's latest restaurant, the Junction, has eight dog-friendly tables outside. The open kitchen, quirky decor, and creative menu will make you feel like you're dining in the chef's home. You can start your culinary adventure off with some roasted marrow, served with grilled bread, herb gremolata, and onion marmalade. For an entree, the saffron risotto comes with spring vegetables, parmesan crisp, fried herbs, and creme fraiche. Make sure you ask your waiter about the featured wines on the menu. The Junction is open every day of the week from 5:30pm to 9:30pm. See Details
Martone's Market & Café Martone's Market & Café in Essex Junction, VT, is a longtime family-owned deli known for its oversized made-to-order sandwiches, wraps, and homemade soups and salads. Fido is welcome at dog-friendly outdoor tables. The menu features Boar's Head deli meats and cheeses, specialty sandwiches, fresh salads, breakfast items, espresso drinks, baked goods, and catering options. See Details
Mimmo's Pizzeria & Restaurant Dogs are welcome at Mimmo's Pizzeria and Restaurant. You and Fido can sit at one of the two outdoor tables. For the authentic Italian experience, the operatic vocals of Michael Spano will transport you to the bustling town squares of Bologna while you enjoy your New York style pizza. If you'd rather some pasta to a pie, you can check out the jam-packed vegetable pasta, served with sauteed spinach, broccoli, mushrooms, red peppers, minced onions, peas, carrots, and zucchini. Mimmo's Pizzeria and Restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday to Saturday from 11am to 10pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm. See Details
Nepali Kitchen VT Nepali Kitchen has two dog-friendly tables outside. The chefs at Nepali Kitchen serve up Nepali and Indian cuisine to the people of Vermont. Many local patrons rave about the chicken tikka masala, served with boneless chicken cubes, special tandoori and mildly spiced tomato sauce. If you're sharing with your furry friend, then you could try the house special thali. This special dish brings the flavors of Nepal and Bhutan together and is served with basmati rice, a crisp papadum, and the dessert of the day. Nepali Kitchen is open Tuesday through Sunday from 11am to 3pm and 5pm to 9pm. Namaste! See Details
Vespa's Pizza Pasta & Deli Vespa's Pizza's menu is made up of fresh ingredients to make dishes from scratch. This dog-friendly restaurant serves pizza, pasta, burgers, and a number of other Italian and American dishes. One of the more unusual pizzas on the menu is the mushroom and brie, topped with sherried mushrooms, homemade pancetta, brie, and cheese blend. The adventurous chefs at Vespa' have even combined two Italian staples to create a lasagne pie. Vespa's Pizza is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 9pm and Sunday from 11am to 8pm. See Details
Cafe Mediterano Cafe Mediterano has lots of dog-friendly tables in Essex Junction, VT. If you like Greek or Eastern Mediterranean food, you've come to the right place. The concise menu on offer includes lots of platters, such as the gyro platter, chicken platter, falafel platter, cevapi platter, and chicken shish kebab platter. See Details
Hoagie's Pizza & Pasta Hoagie's Pizza & Pasta, located in Essex, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of Italian-American dishes. Choose from menu options including starters, salads, pizza, calzones, strombolis, pasta, sandwiches, wraps, paninis, heroes, subs, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Poutine - a mound of fries smothered with gravy and mozzarella cheese. Next, chow down on the Pesto Pizza topped with pesto, cheese, artichoke hearts, chicken, and garlic-basil tomatoes. Or go for the Hoagie's Special topped with pepperoni, hamburger, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers. If pizza isn't your style, try the Roast Beef Panini with horseradish mayo, tomatoes, red onions, and Swiss cheese. 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
Rocky's N.Y. Pizza Rocky's N.Y. Pizza offers six dog-friendly tables for you and your pizza loving pooch. The chefs at Rocky's Pizza use homemade marinara sauce, quality cheese, and non-bleached flour in the preparation of the classic New York style slices on the menu. The specialty pizzas on offer include the buffalo chicken pizza: slathered in buffalo sauce, chicken, and blue cheese. If you're still feeling hungry after your pie, the locals rave about the creemees, soft serve ice cream, offering flavors like maple, vanilla, chocolate, and black raspberry. Rocky's N.Y. Pizza is open Sunday from 11:00am to 8:30pm, Monday to Tuesday from 10:00am to 9:00pm, and Friday to Saturday from 10:00am to 10:00pm. See Details
Cody's Irish Pub & Grille Cody's Irish Pub & Grille in Essex Junction, VT is pet friendly. Your leashed pup can join you at one of their five outdoor tables for a meal. Their menu boasts a diverse selection of seven rotating taps, staple brews and a tempting array of comfort food options guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. See Details
Burlington Bagel Bakery Essex Junction Burlington Bagel Bakery is a dog-friendly bakery located in Essex Junction, VT. Fido can relax with you at one of their four outdoor picnic tables located on the side of the building. Their menu features a variety of breakfast and lunch options, including bagels, breakfast sandwiches , BLTs, coffee and more. See Details
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 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 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
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
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
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
Blue Paddle Bistro Blue Paddle Bistro is a pet-friendly eatery nestled in the Lake Champlain Islands of South Hero, VT. Dog owners with Fido in tow can head to one of Blue Paddles "very dog-friendly" tables on the grass or the deck. The menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, burgers and sandwiches, and entrees such as coffee-crusted pork tenderloin, grilled ribeye, pan-seared scallops, butternut squash ravioli, and more. See Details
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
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