Dog Friendly Restaurants in Fordland, MO

There are 10 dog-friendly restaurants within 40 kilometres of Fordland 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 Fordland. Bone appetit!

The Rock

Springfield, MO

The Rock The Rock, named for the nearby quarry, is an eatery located in Springfield, MO. Fido is welcome to join you at an outside table on the pet-friendly deck. This restaurant offers pizza, burgers, sandwiches and specialty entrées like the Lemon Pepper Chicken. There are also a number of health-conscious options such as the Ahi Avocado Salad and their signature Fit Bowls. See Details

Bark Yard

Springfield, MO

Bark Yard Bark Yard is a unique dog-friendly gathering place in Springfield, MO. Features include an off-leash dog park which sits on 3+ acres of beautiful green space with mature trees and walking trails as well as a bar patio serving a full menu of food, beer, and wine. All dogs must be registered prior to entering the off-leash park. This helps ensure a safe environment for you and your pups. You'll need to bring along current vaccination records. Day passes are available. See Details

Melancholy Roasting

Ava, MO

Melancholy Roasting Melancholy Roasting is a dog-friendly coffee roastery at the heart of southwest Missouri in Ava, MO. Your leashed dog is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Try a flavored breve, pour-over, or cafe au lait when you're visiting, and don't forget to check the daily bakery selection to pair a pastry with your drink. Baristas are able to do foam art, so ask a barista for a pretty design in your latte foam! See Details

Andy's Frozen Custard

Springfield, MO

Andy's Frozen Custard Branding itself as 'fanatical about frozen custard,' Andy's Frozen Custard is a dog-friendly sweet shop, located on E Sunshine Street, serving fresh ingredients in its frozen custard to Springfield locals and tourists alike. A few outdoor benches are available for dog owners wanting to indulge alongside Fido. Andy's menu is made up of concretes, malts, floats, splits, sundaes, cups and cones, a range of toppings, and seasonal specials such as its Key Lime Pie Concrete, Andy Nog Shake, 'Words Can't Describe It' Apple Pie Sundae, and more. 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

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Springfield, MO

Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers a healthy alternative to typical fast food with a menu full of light and filling options. Fido can join you for a bite at this location in Springfield on E Sunshine Street where there are two dog-friendly tables outside. You can kick off the morning with a savory breakfast wrap or a sweater dish like the Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread. Lunch and dinner options feature flatbreads, sandwiches, and wraps with plenty of options for vegetarian diners. True to their name, you will also find a large selection of smoothies with classic fruit smoothies, superfood options, and supplements that you can add in for an extra boost. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details

Dairy Queen

Marshfield, MO

Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats to Marshfield locals and tourists alike. two 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. 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 Grill & Chill

Springfield, MO

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill Dairy Queen Grill & Chill is a popular quick-service ice cream chain restaurant with dog-friendly outdoor seating. This location in Springfield, MO, doesn't offer a full dog menu, but pup cups of vanilla ice cream are available upon request. They're famous for their signature frozen Blizzard drink, as well as ice cream cakes, dipped cones, sundaes and ice cream bars. They also have a selection of fast food favorites such as burgers, fries and chicken tenders. A drive-thru window is also available, so Fido doesn't need to wait outside while you order inside. See Details

Sonic Drive-In Ozark

Ozark, MO

Sonic Drive-In Ozark Sonic Drive-In in Ozark offers a drive-thu, carhop service, and pet-friendly outdoor tables. This fast-food restaurant serves burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, plus sides like fries, tater tots, and mozzarella sticks. They're known for their vast selection of drinks, like frozen lemonade, cherry limeade, and a grape slush with rainbow candy. There's also a selection of milkshakes, Sonic Blasts, waffle cone sundaes and ice cream slushes. See Details

Sonic Drive-In Ava

Ava, MO

Sonic Drive-In Ava Sonic Drive-In in Ava offers carhop service and ten pet-friendly outdoor tables. This fast-food restaurant serves burgers, hot dogs, and chicken sandwiches, plus sides like fries, tater tots, and mozzarella sticks. They're known for their vast selection of drinks, like frozen lemonade, cherry limeade, and a grape slush with rainbow candy. There's also a selection of milkshakes, Sonic Blasts, waffle cone sundaes and ice cream slushes. See Details

Galloway Grill

Springfield, MO

Galloway Grill Galloway Grill is a dog-friendly eatery in Springfield, MO. They have outdoor tables on their patio, but please note your pup must be leashed and on the opposite side of the fence, outside of the patio area. The menu features items such as classic chicken strips, cheeseburgers and chocolate lava cake. A beer, wine and liquor menu is also available. See Details