Dog Friendly Restaurants in Sanford, ME

There are 3 dog-friendly restaurants in Sanford that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 104 more nearby. 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 Sanford. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Shain's of Maine
Shain's of Maine
Fido can join you at one of the few tables outside Shain's of Maine, a dog-friendly eatery in Sanford, ME. This popular local eatery serves over fifty flavors of ice cream, as well as burgers, lobster rolls, fish sandwiches and more.
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Pet Friendly Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen
Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats to Sanford locals and tourists alike. eight 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.
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Pet Friendly Shaw's Ridge Farm
Shaw's Ridge Farm
Leashed dogs can join you on a trip to Shaw's Ridge Farm, a seasonal, pet-friendly ice creamery in Sanford, ME. Enjoy their handcrafted ice cream in a variety of flavors. Please note that table service isn’t available, so Fido will need to wait outside while you place your order inside. This is a seasonal ice cream shop, and it's recommended to confirm their opening dates prior to visiting.
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Pet Friendly Rollover Cafe
Rollover Cafe
Rollover Cafe, located just down the street from the beach in Wells, ME, is a dog-friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch. They serve fresh-baked muffins, the best breakfast sandwiches, paninis, and always fresh coffee, espresso, lattes and loose leaf teas, iced or hot. They also offer natural-made doggie treats for Fido to enjoy!
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Pet Friendly Corner Stone Artisanal Pizza & Craft Beer
Corner Stone Artisanal Pizza & Craft Beer
Corner Stone Artisanal Pizza & Craft Beer is a pet-friendly restaurant in Ogunquit, ME. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio. The menu includes gourmet stone oven pizza and handcrafted local beer.
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Pet Friendly Bitter End
Bitter End
Bitter End, located in Wells, ME, is a trendy dog-friendly eatery that serves up a myriad of delectable fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables on the spacious outdoor patio with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit. The diverse menu features dishes like Portuguese mussels, nine-hour bolognese, and seafood paella.
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Pet Friendly Sebago Brewing Co.
Sebago Brewing Co.
Sebago Brewing Co. is a dog-friendly brewpub in Kennebunk, ME, where Fido can join you on the outdoor patio. The menu features up to a dozen craft beers on tap, New England clam chowder, Maine lobster quesadillas, bourbon steak wraps, Thai BBQ chicken flatbread, bacon mac and cheese, and turkey burgers.
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Pet Friendly Caffe Prego
Caffe Prego
The pet-friendly Cafe Prego in Ogunquit, ME, welcomes Fido at outdoor tables on the covered patio, witih partial ocean views. In fact, the restaurant is named after the owner's beloved Golden Retriever! The Italian spot serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their breakfast menu is large and features many classic favorites from Eggs Benedict to pancakes. Lunch and dinner menus feature brick oven pizza, pasta and paninis.
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Pet Friendly Batson River Brewing & Distilling - Kennebunk
Batson River Brewing & Distilling - Kennebunk
Batson River Brewing & Distilling, located in Kennebunk, ME, is a dog-friendly brewery and restaurant. Fido is welcome to accompany you on the porch, patio and covered deck areas, and also gets his own dog menu! Showcasing and rotating Maine craft beer throughout the seasons, Batson River always offer fresh new flavors to their tasting room line up. Sip on your favorite beer or cocktail and enjoy a range of snacks, shareable dishes and larger entrees from their menu.
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Pet Friendly Brix + Brine
Brix + Brine
Brix + Brine is a dog-friendly, fully outdoor restaurant in Ogunquit, ME. Bring Fido to the umbrella-shaded dining area, where pups can relax alongside their people in a comfortable, laid-back setting. Enjoy a delicious meal with a craft cocktail or glass of wine while taking in the fresh air.
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Pet Friendly Fox's Lobster House
Fox's Lobster House
Located on the water in York, ME, Fox's Lobster House serves fresh lobster and Maine blueberry pie to hungry visitors in a pet-friendly atmosphere. Fido is welcome on Fox's picnic table deck to enjoy their meal. With extensive lunch, dinner, dessert and drink menus, Fox's has something for everyone. Frequent visitors recommend ordering the baked scallops and saving room for a slice of blueberry pie. Fox's Lobster House hours vary seasonally, so guests should check out its website or call ahead before arriving.
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Pet Friendly The Pilot House
The Pilot House
The Pilot House is a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Kennebunk, ME. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the deck, and they even offer a special dog menu! Have your fill of soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, baskets and more. Live music is available on select nights.
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Pet Friendly Barnacle Billy's
Barnacle Billy's
Open only during the summer season, Barnacle Billy's is a dog-friendly restaurant in Ogunquit, ME, with an outdoor takeout patio where you can order food and sit with your dog at an umbrella-shaded table. They serve boiled lobsters by the pound, seafood sandwiches, steamed clams, lobster stew and clam chowder. For drinks, Barnacle Billy's offers a full bar, and their Special Rum Punch.
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Pet Friendly Bandito's Mexican Grill
Bandito's Mexican Grill
Bandito's Mexican Grill serves traditional Mexican dishes in a festive and dog-friendly setting overlooking Ogunquit Beach. Patrons can feast on flavorful options such as shrimp or lobster tacos, California burritos, chorizo quesadillas, mole enchiladas, sizzling fajitas and more.
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Pet Friendly Dunne's Ice Cream
Dunne's Ice Cream
The pet-friendly Dunne's Ice Cream in York, ME, welcome Fido at outdoor picnic tables and there's a convenient walk-up window to order from. While there isn't a full dog menu, they do offer pup cups topped with a dog treat! Dog owners can enjoy an array of ice cream flavors from Wild Maine blueberry to whoopie pie. Hours are weather permitting, so guests should call ahead before planning their outing.
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Pet Friendly The Greenery Cafe
The Greenery Cafe
The Greenery Café is a local, from-scratch eatery serving full breakfast, lunch, dinner specials, pastries, and catering in seaside Ogunquit, Maine.
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Pet Friendly Nikanos Mediterranean Bar & Grille
Nikanos Mediterranean Bar & Grille
Nikanos Mediterranean Bar & Grille is a dog-friendly Greek restaurant in Ogunquit, ME, welcoming pups on its patio and providing water for canine guests. Located on Main Street, this family-friendly eatery serves timeless Greek and Mediterranean recipes, with fresh seafood, grilled specialties, traditional appetizers, homemade dips, lamb, chicken, and moussaka.
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Pet Friendly The Clam Shack
The Clam Shack
The Clam Shack, located in Kennebunk, ME, is a casual seafood eatery that serves up a variety of fresh, delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Choose from menu options including fried seafood baskets, sandwiches, lobster, clam strips, and more. The Clam Shack is open daily from 11am to 8pm.
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Pet Friendly Cherie's
Cherie's
Sit down at one of the four outdoor tables at the pet-friendly Cherie's Bakery, and check out the menu of baked good and sandwiches. Cherie's has been serving the Kennebunk area since 1995. They are baking up a variety of treats like muffins, coffee cakes, sticky buns, and croissants, daily. If you stop by for lunch, they offer cold and hot sandwiches, including Paulie's Italian, loaded with Italian meats, and the vegetarian Hummus sandwich. On the third Friday of the month, Cherie's has free wine tastings too. Open Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 6:00pm, Friday 7:30am to 6:00pm, and Saturday 7:30am to 6pm. Closed on Sunday.
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Pet Friendly Scoop Deck
Scoop Deck
Scoop Deck is a pet-friendly ice cream shop overflowing with customers who rave about their huge selection of flavors. They even have a partial dog menu for Fido! Those wanting to enjoy a cone alongside their pooch can sit at Scoop's abundance of outdoor seating. Its menu offers a range of flavors, including bubble gum, pumpkin, classic vanilla, swirl frozen yogurt and Almond Joy. Scoop Deck is open from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend each year until the last Sunday of September.
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