Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Canada

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great waterfront restaurants in Canada that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Lido Waterfront Bar & Bistro

Victoria, BC

Lido Waterfront Bar & Bistro Lido Waterfront Bar & Bistro is a dog-friendly waterfront bar and bistro in Victoria, BC, where Fido is welcome to join you on their seasonal patio. They serve a variety of pizza, tapas, salads fish tacos, and canapés alongside a full array of local craft beers on tap. See Details

The Secret Garden Restaurant

Niagara Falls, ON

The Secret Garden Restaurant The Secret Garden Restaurant is a dog-friendly, locally owned restaurant in Niagara Falls, ON, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the spacious outdoor patio overlooking the American Falls, and order from a dog menu. They offer a vast menu selection for breakfast, lunch and dinner along with special daily features and various children’s selections. Enjoy soups, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas, steaks, seafoods and other delicious features. See Details

Rebecca's Restaurant

Mahone Bay, NS

Rebecca's Restaurant Located on the water's edge in the picturesque town of Mahone Bay, at Rebecca's Restaurant everything on the menu is made in house and more than 80% of the meat, seafood, and produce used in dishes is locally sourced from farmers on the South Shore. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and restrictive allergy options are also available. Fido is welcome on the outdoor, pet-friendly patio. See Details

The Gables Restaurant

St. Andrews, NB

The Gables Restaurant The Gables Restaurant is a casual eatery in a romantic setting that serves up a variety of delicious fare, with an emphasis on delicious seafood. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal and a view. The Gables Restaurant is open Sunday through Thursday from 12pm to 8pm, and Friday through Saturday from 12pm to 9pm. See Details

The Bicycle Thief

Halifax, NS

The Bicycle Thief The Bicycle Thief is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, offering fantastic food on the harbor. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio, or at the outdoor bar. This waterfront restaurant serves classic, decadent Italian favorites like Insalata Panzanella, Linguine all'Aragosta, and Tagliata. Don't forget to ask a staff member about their dessert menu! See Details

The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace

Napanee, ON

The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace, located in Napanee, ON, CA, is a upscale-casual bar and eatery that serves up delicious fare with a fantastic view. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a glass of wine and an order of the Parmesan and Truffle Frites - hand-cut fries tossed with truffle oil and parmesan cheese, served with a rosemary-cracked pepper aioli. Next, chow down on the Loyalist Steak Sandwich with grilled striploin, crispy onions, Roquefort bleu cheese, green peppercorn sauce, and rosemary aioli on a garlic buttered ciabatta bun. Or go for the Duck Confit - crispy duck leg with purple cabbage marmalade atop artisan greens, cucumbers, blackberries, strawberries, Mandarin oranges, and housemade raspberry vinaigrette. The Waterfront River Pub and Terrace is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 12am. See Details

The Royal Moose Grill & Waterfront Patio at The Bobcaygeon Inn

Bobcaygeon, ON

The Royal Moose Grill & Waterfront Patio at The Bobcaygeon Inn The Royal Moose Grill & Waterfront Patio at The Bobcaygeon Inn offers a large, dog-friendly riverfront patio in the heart of downtown, plus a garden and private dock in Bobcaygeon, ON. Their menu offers pub fare like wings, fish & chips, and hamburgers with fresh, hand-cut fries. Fido may join you at one of several tables on the waterfront terrace. See Details

North Lake Boathouse Harbour Eatery

Elmira, PE

North Lake Boathouse Harbour Eatery North Lake Boathouse Harbour Eatery is a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Elmira, PE. Fido is welcome to join you on the grassy area adjacent to the patio. The menu offers breakfast all day, subs, wraps, soups, salads, sandwiches, and seafood. Vegetarian options are available. See Details

Harbourview Marina Restaurant

Brighton, ON

Harbourview Marina Restaurant Harbourview Marina Restaurant is a pet-friendly eatery located on the north shore of Lake Ontario in Brighton, ON. Dogs are welcome on the patio that overlooks the marina and Pesqu’ile Bay. The menu is a mixture of classic diner dishes, seafood options and more. You can choose from burgers, poutine, jambalaya and other specialties like vegetarian curry. See Details

Marché Des Éclusiers

Montreal, QC

Marché Des Éclusiers Marché Des Éclusiers is a dog-friendly venue in Montreal, QC. The market includes a seasonal restaurant, bar, and farmers market. Fresh ingredients from the market are used to create the dishes served at the restaurant. Dine on salads, fresh hummus, and sandwiches as you sip a glass of wine or a cocktail. See Details

Tailwinds Georgian Bay

Parry Sound, ON

Tailwinds Georgian Bay Tailwinds Georgian Bay is a dog-friendly waterfront restaurant in Parry Sound, ON where Fido is welcome to join you on the wraparound partially covered deck. Watch the floatplane landings from the patio and ask the staff about the vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options on the menu! See Details

The Landing Kitchen + Bar

West Kelowna, BC

The Landing Kitchen + Bar The Landing Kitchen + Bar at the Cove Lakeside Resort in West Kelowna, BC, is dog friendly! Leashed pups are highly encouraged to join their owners outside on the shaded patio with views of the lake. While they don't have a full dog menu, they do offer pup cups and treats for furry friends, while the human menu features local, internationally inspired cuisine, perfect for pairing with a glass of wine or craft beverage. See Details

Ô Quai Des Brasseurs Becancour

Becancour, QC

Ô Quai Des Brasseurs Becancour Ô Quai Des Brasseurs in Bécancour, QC, is a pet-friendly microbrewery with a covered patio where leashed dogs are welcome. Guests can enjoy craft beer, delicious food and scenic views of the St. Lawrence River alongside their furry friends. See Details

L'abri Restaurant & Bar

Cheticamp, NS

L'abri Restaurant & Bar L'abri is a charming waterfront restaurant and bar in Cheticamp, NS, that has dog-friendly tables on the terrace in the back area. The menu features contemporary Canadian cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, local beers, and creative cocktails. Menu highlights include fish and chips, mussels, seafood chowder, crab-lobster rolls, Acadian fricot, vegetarian curry, and a smash burger with fries. Gluten-free options are available, along with decadent desserts like rich chocolate cake. See Details

On the Dock

North Rustico, PE

On the Dock On The Dock is a pet-friendly restaurant in North Rustico, PE. Bring Fido for lunch or dinner on the partially-shaded patio overlooking the Harbour and marina. Their menu features chowders, salads, seafood appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches, and a variety of fresh fish entrees. See Details

The Rope Loft

Chester, NS

The Rope Loft The Rope Loft is a waterfront restaurant located on Chester's Front Harbor. This seasonal Chester, NS, eatery has a sizeable pet-friendly patio that welcomes dogs. Their menu offers seafood items like crawfish boil, grilled swordfish, scallops and more! See Details

Bayside Restaurant & Lounge

Parksville, BC

Bayside Restaurant & Lounge The Bayside Restaurant & Lounge is a dog-friendly eatery at The Bayside Oceanfront Resort in Parksville, BC. Four-legged friends are invited to join their owners on the waterfront patio with umbrella-shaded tables. The breakfast, lunch and dinner menus offer items like pancakes, salads, burgers, seafood, and pasta. See Details

Average Joe's

North Bay, ON

Average Joe's Average Joe's is a pet-friendly restaurant on the water overlooking Trout Lake in North Bay, ON. You and Fido are welcome to relax at a table on their gated outdoor patio. Four-legged guests must be leashed at all times. Their menu offerings include gnocchi, battered haddock and seared salmon. They also have a few vegetarian and gluten-free options. Enjoy their selection of cold beverages. See Details

The Sou’Wester Restaurant

Peggy's Cove, NS

The Sou’Wester Restaurant Since 1967, The Sou’Wester Restaurant has served the Peggy's Cove, NS community. This charming eatery offers views of the ocean and lighthouse from the pet-friendly patio. The menu features a mix of classic and innovative seafood options like steamed lobster, fish and chips, mussels and halibut tacos. See Details

The Freight Shed at the Terrace

Baddeck, NS

The Freight Shed at the Terrace The Freight Shed is a pet-friendly waterside bistro and market in Baddeck, NS, on the picturesque Cape Breton Island. This inviting spot welcomes your pup to join you on their scenic outdoor harbourfront patio, making it a perfect outing for you and your pet. Renowned for their delectable classic seafood favorites, The Freight Shed also caters to those with different tastes, offering various non-seafood options. See Details