Dog Friendly Restaurants in Matthews, NC

There are 20 dog-friendly restaurants in Matthews 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 Matthews. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Bruster's Real Ice Cream
Bruster's Real Ice Cream Treat yourself AND your pup to a sundae at Bruster's! They make a free sundae with dog bones on top for their furry customers. See Details
Pet Friendly Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse Grill
Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse Grill Jekyll and Hyde Taphouse Grill, located in Matthews, NC, is a trendy bar and eatery that serves up delicious fare in a steampunk-inspired setting. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Irish Nachos - thinly-sliced potatoes topped with bacon, tomatoes, green onions, jalapenos, Hyde's house-made cheese sauce, and jalapeno ranch. Next, chow down on the Pulled Pork Flatbread topped with all-natural local pork, Mississippi Cattle Mustard BBQ, caramelized onions, smoked cheddar, and crispy onion straws. Or go for the Shrimp Thai Salad with romaine and Arcadian lettuce, jumbo shrimp tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce, cucumbers, red onions, Mandarin oranges, and ginger-teriyaki dressing. Jekyll and Hyde Taphouse Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 12am. See Details
Bisonte Pizza Co. Bisonte Pizza Co. is a casual Italian eatery that serves up a variety of delicious dishes. Choose from wings, calzones, pizza, salads, pasta, hot or cold subs, and more. Fido is more than welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with an order of wings in your choice of sauce (mild, medium, hot, inferno, honey mustard, carolina gold, bourbon BBQ, and more.) Next, bite into a slice of the Mediterranean pie topped with imported 100% olive oil, Italian spices, fontinella, mozzarella, black olives, tomatoes, spinach, and feta cheese. Or go with the popular Beef On Weck sandwich with thinly sliced roast beef heated in au jus, and topped with horseradish on a warm kimmelweck roll sprinkled with kosher salt and caraway seeds. Bisonte Pizza Co. is open daily from 11:00am to 9:00pm. See Details
Starbucks Whether you are getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location on Matthews Township Parkway in Matthews provides six tables with dog-friendly seating. The vast menu includes a broad range of coffee drinks, tea, cold brews, and their popular Frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. Don't forget to ask for a Puppuccino just for Fido! You can also find a light bite with breakfast options, sandwiches, bagels, parfaits, protein boxes, and baked treats. 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
Grace O'Malley's Irish Public House Grace O'Malley's Irish Public House in Matthews, NC, welcomes Fido on the pet-friendly patio. The menu features drinks such as a raspberry mule, Guinness and wine, as well as pub favorites such as chunky potato & leek soup, an Irish Reuben, fish & chips, and seasonally-inspired burgers. Don't forget to check out the dessert and hot cocktail menu! See Details
Kristophers Sports Bar & Restaurant Kristophers Sports Bar and Restaurant serves up your typical American style pub grub. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, wings, burgers, pizza, sandwiches, calzones, strombolis, spaghetti, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start with a cold beer, and an order of the Nachos Grande - a bed of tortilla chips topped with chili, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, jalapenos, black olives, and your choice of chicken and/or beef. Next, sink your teeth into the Catcher's Mitt sandwich with your choice of grilled catch of the day, fried flounder, or fried/grilled shrimp, and lettuce, tomato, red onion, and tartar sauce on a toasted hoagie roll, served with your choice of side (fries, potato salad, coleslaw, pasta salad, or chips.) Kristophers Sports Bar and Restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 12:00am, Friday from 11:00am to 1:00am, Saturday from 11:00am to 2:00am, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 11:00pm. See Details
Athens Pizza Athens Pizza, located in Matthews, NC, serves up a unique blend of pizzeria style fare and Iranian cuisine. Choose from menu options like appetizers, salads, pasta, burgers, gyros, kabobs, pizza, calzones, subs, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try a slice of the Spicy Hot pie topped with hot peppers, onions, grilled chicken, hot sauce, and cheese, served with a side of bleu cheese dressing. Or sink your teeth into the Gyro with beef and lamb, lettuce, tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce, served with pita. Athens Pizza is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm, Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 9:00pm. See Details
Picadeli's Pub-in-Deli Picadeli's Pub-in-Deli is a unique eatery that serves up delicious deli style fare in a pub atmosphere. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, burgers, subs, deli sandwiches, and more. Bring Fido along for the day and snag a seat at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables to enjoy your meal. Start with a local craft beer and an order of Pepper Shooters - stuffed and marinated cherry peppers with prosciutto and provolone cheese. Next, try the Philadelphia sandwich with grilled pastrami and coleslaw on grilled rye bread with Thousand Island dressing and Swiss cheese, served with a side of fries. Picadeli's Pub-in-Deli is open Monday from 10:00am to 5:00pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00am to 10:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 10:30am to 11:00pm. See Details
Bruegger's Bagels Bruegger's Bagels is a dog-friendly eatery serving a comprehensive menu of healthy choices for breakfast and lunch. Visitors to Matthews with Fido in tow and a craving for a preservative-free bagel, can head to one of Bruegger's two outdoor tables to dig in. The eatery's menu is made up of bagels and cream cheese, salads, signature soups, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and coffee drinks. Diners with a sweet tooth can indulge in a Cheesecake Brownie, Cranberry Orange Nut Muffin, or Oatmeal Raisin Pecan Cookie. See Details
McAlister's Deli Good place to eat. They have a good size menu with sandwiches and are known for their baked potatoes. Kids eat free on Tuesdays has a covered patio and dogs are welcome. See Details
MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes on Matthews Township Parkway has six dog-friendly tables outside, so Fido can come along with you to enjoy the taste trifecta of burgers, fries, and shakes. The menu includes a number of burgerlicious favorites, like the Mooyah Cheeseburger: fresh, never-frozen beef, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, and Mooyah sauce on a non-GMO potato bun. Alternatively, you can build your own burger with a choice of proteins, artisan buns, cheese, extras, veggies, and sauces to go on top. 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
CharBar No.7 CharBar No. 7 is a casual, family-friendly eatery with the feel of a sports bar. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, steak, burgers, sandwiches, pitas, tacos, chicken, seafood, ribs, and more. And don't forget to check out their extensive Kid's Menu (for children 10 and under.) Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables (weather permitting, so please call ahead!) while you enjoy your meal. Start with a cold beer and an order of Das Pretzels - Bavarian style hot pretzels sprinkled with kosher salt, parmesan, and served with a side of beer cheese. Next, sink your teeth into the Leap Year Burger topped with American cheese, garlic aioli, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and a medium fried egg, served with your choice of fries, tater tots, quinoa salad, or broccoli. For something lighter, try the Grilled Salmon Salad with spinach mix, grilled salmon, roasted tomatoes, cucumbers, goat cheese, and red onions, with a housemade citrus vinaigrette. CharBar No. 7 is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30am to 11:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 12:00am. See Details
Poppy Seeds Bagels Poppy Seeds Bagels is an authentic New York style deli that serves up breakfast and lunch options. Their sandwiches are prepared with Boar's Head meats and cheeses and homemade breads, garnering high praise from locals and tourists alike! Choose from an assortment of menu options including omelettes, breakfast bagel sandwiches, salads, sandwiches, specialty deli sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their five pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Stop by for breakfast and try the Lox and Cream Cheese Bagel with Nova lox and a delicious cream cheese spread. Or simply chow down on a sticky cinnamon bun! For lunch, try the Wood Chopper with corned beef, pastrami, melted Swiss cheese, tomato, onion, and Russian dressing. Poppy Seeds Bagels is open Monday through Saturday from 5:30am to 7:00pm, and Sunday from 5:30am to 5:00pm. See Details
TCBY TCBY is a long time purveyor of frozen yogurt with a wide selection of flavors. You can create a custom confection with Fido at this location in Matthews. There are dog-friendly tables outside so Fido can come along for a frozen treat. The flavor options include tons of dairy free, no sugar added, and gluten-free selections to accommodate various dietary needs and preferences. You'll find flavors like bananas foster, white chocolate macadamia, orange sorbet, and pumpkin. They also offer hand-scooped flavors, cakes, pies, and tons of toppings to customize your treat. You can run in to create your dessert, then enjoy it outside with your pup. See Details
Moochie's Tavern Moochie's Tavern is a casual, American bar style eatery that serves up a wide variety of traditional, delicious pub grub. Choose from menu options like appetizers, wings, soups, salads, sliders, wraps, sandwiches, pasta, seafood, and more. Snag a seat at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables and enjoy a meal with Fido by your side. Start with a cold beer and an order of Fatnicks Crab Fries - russet potato fries tossed in Old Bay and topped with fresh lump crab meat and melted parmesan cheese, served with a side of remoulade for dipping! Next, sample some of the unique sliders, like the Chipotle Bacon Bison Sliders - local fresh ground bison patties topped with hickory smoked bacon, sliced red tomato, diced red onion, and a housemade chipotle sauce. Their Wild Boar Sliders consist of freshly ground wild boar patties topped with hickory smoked bacon, sliced red tomato, and a housemade sweet chili sauce. Moochie's Tavern is open Monday through Tuesday from 11:30am to 11:00pm, Wednesday through Thursday from 11:30am to 1:00am, Friday through Saturday from 11:30am to 2:00am, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 11:00pm. See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on Matthews Township Parkway has ten 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. See Details
Andy's Frozen Custard Satisfy your sweet tooth at Andy's Frozen Custard in Matthews, NC. This dog-friendly establishment offer frozen custard and concretes with a variety of toppings. You can enjoy your treat at one of the outside tables or swing through the drive through. See Details
Kabab-Je Rotisserie & Grille Kabab-Je Rotisserie & Grille is a pet-friendly Lebanese and Mediterranean restaurant in Matthews, NC that welcomes leashed dogs at their six outdoor tables. On the menu, you'll find items such as smoked eggplant, falafel plates, lentil soup, scallop kebabs and meat shawarma sandwiches. See Details
Miki's Restaurant Miki's Restaurant in Matthews, NC is pet friendly. They offer two outdoor tables for you and your leashed furry friend. Their menu features fresh salads, soups, sandwiches and more. Please note table service isn't available, but if you call ahead, they'll try to accommodate you. See Details
Jeremiah's Italian Ice Jeremiah's Italian Ice in Hoods Crossroads Shopping Center in Matthews, NC is pet friendly. Fido can join you at an outdoor table for a pup cup from their partial dog menu. Their tasty ice flavors are made daily, with options like cotton candy, mango, Oreo mocha and orange smash. A drive-thru is also available. See Details
Matthews, NC, US