Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Connecticut

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 Connecticut that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Dog Watch Cafe

Stonington, CT

Dog Watch Cafe Dog Watch Café is a popular waterfront restaurant in historic Stonington, CT. Fido is welcome on the dog-friendly patio overlooking Stonington Harbor. Menu favorites include calamari with chorizo, Dogwatch Nachos, fish and chips, seafood fra diavolo, seared tuna, lobster BLTs, Reuben sandwiches, and flatbread pizzas. See Details

Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill

Stratford, CT

Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill Joey C's Boathouse Cantina & Grill is a dog-friendly eatery in Stratford, CT. Fido is welcome to join you at a table with an umbrella on the deck that overlooks the Housatonic River. The menu includes "tequilatails," seltzers, cocktails, wine, sangria, and more. Dine on fresh seafood, burgers, barbecue, and Mexican food. See Details

Shanks Waterfront Dining

Clinton, CT

Shanks Waterfront Dining Shanks Waterfront Dining, located in Clinton, CT, is a dog friendly, waterfront eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This 'food boat' on the CT Shoreline, located in Clinton Harbor right at Harborside Marina serves seafood and other grilled specialties. Enjoy items such as New England Clam Chowder, Lobster Grilled Cheese, Fried Avocado Fingers, Coconut Shrimp, Maple Barbeque Sweet Potato Fries, burgers, sandwiches, tacos, nachos, salads, fried seafood platters, lobster specialties and more. Make sure to save some room for dessert like their Tabletop S'mores, Cheese Cake Lollipops, or Key Lime Pie! See Details

Overton's Seafood

Norwalk, CT

Overton's Seafood Fido is welcome at Overton's Seafood, a landmark in Norwalk, CT. This eatery has both covered and uncovered picnic tables, but all seating is outdoors and dog-friendly. Located seaside, Overton's has a long dock in front allowing boaters, and their seafaring pups, to tie up for a meal. This seasonal restaurant opens in mid-March and closes on Thanksgiving. The menu offers a large variety of sandwiches and seafood dishes as well as milkshakes and ice cream. See Details

The Restaurant at Captain's Cove

Bridgeport, CT

The Restaurant at Captain's Cove Enjoy fish and chips or a captain's platter (big enough for 2 and the dog!) while sitting on the water in a casual setting. Outdoor patio tables welcome Fido. See Details

Edd's Place

Westbrook, CT

Edd's Place Edd's Place is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant in Westbrook, CT. Your leashed furry friend can join you at an outdoor table for a meal. Their menu features chicken and waffles, avocado toast, foot-long hot dogs, pulled pork tacos, and a turkey club. Brunch is also available. See Details

Red 36

Stonington, CT

Red 36 Red 36 is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant in Stonington, CT. Your leashed pup can join you at an outdoor table on their spacious deck with views of the harbor and boats. Stop in for a large variety of seafood and American classics to choose from. See Details

The Lobster Shack

East Haven, CT

The Lobster Shack The Lobster Shack is a seasonal waterfront eatery located in East Haven, CT. Your furry friend can join you at a dog-friendly outdoor table for lunch and dinner. Their menu specializes in lobster rolls, grilled clams and chowder. See Details

Costello's Clam Shack

Groton, CT

Costello's Clam Shack Costello's Clam Shack is a dog-friendly restaurant with water views in Groton, CT. They welcome pets at outdoor tables whenever the weather is nice. See Details

The Fisherman Restaurant at Long Point

Groton, CT

The Fisherman Restaurant at Long Point The Fisherman Restaurant at Long Point is a dog-friendly restaurant in Groton, CT. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. The restaurant features starters such as fried calamari, lobster bisque and oysters, as well as entrees such as baked stuffed lobster, miso glazed salmon, scallops, cod and more. See Details

Breakwater

Stonington, CT

Breakwater Breakwater is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant in Stonington, CT. Your leashed four-legged family member is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for lunch and dinner. Their menu features specialty tacos, sandwiches, seafood options, fresh salads and creative cocktails. See Details

The Ferry Grill & Chill

Rocky Hill, CT

The Ferry Grill & Chill The Ferry Grill & Chill is a pet-friendly eatery in Rocky Hill, CT. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their many outdoor umbrella-covered tables along the Connecticut River, where he can also enjoy a pup cup from their partial dog menu. Featured dishes include their brunch burger, a cold lobster roll and crispy fish tacos. Across the street is a small park with additional public seating options, all dog friendly. See Details

Encanto Scoop at The Docks

Norwich, CT

Encanto Scoop at The Docks Encanto Scoop at The Docks is a pet-friendly eatery in Norwich, CT, where Fido is welcome to join you at one of the outdoor picnic tables. This vibrant spot serves up Latin-inspired cuisine with a menu that changes regularly, so there’s always something new to try. Ice cream is also available on site. See Details

Housatonic House Restaurant Bar

Seymour, CT

Housatonic House Restaurant Bar The Housatonic House Restaurant Bar in Seymour, CT welcomes dogs with open arms. You and your leashed pup can enjoy a meal together at one of their ten outdoor tables shaded by umbrellas or at the barstools with a river view in the pet-friendly section. Their menu boasts a variety of options, including fish, steaks, and burgers, and a full bar is available for your enjoyment. See Details

Captain Scott's Lobster Dock

New London, CT

Captain Scott's Lobster Dock Since 1996, Captain Scott’s Lobster Dock in New London, CT, has been serving up casual seafood favorites like lobster rolls, clam fritters, fried seafood, and chowder. Bring your leashed pup to the back pet-friendly area on the patio and soak in the views of Shaw Cove while enjoying lunch or dinner. See Details

Cafe Flo

Old Lyme, CT

Cafe Flo Cafe Flo is a pet-friendly seasonal eatery within the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, CT. Well-behaved, leashed dogs can accompany you outdoors on their covered patio at this riverside cafe. Menu highlights include black bean chili, spinach salad, chef’s choice flatbread and lump crabcake. For hours of operation, please check their website, as they are generally open from May to early November. Please note the museum is not dog friendly. See Details

The Blue Duck Bar & Kitchen

New London, CT

The Blue Duck Bar & Kitchen Well-behaved, leashed pets can join their owners at The Blue Duck Bar & Kitchen in New London, CT. This dog-friendly restaurant features seasonal outdoor seating overlooking the Thames River, where dogs are welcome. French toast, salads, burgers, and steak frites are some of the menu options. See Details

Liv's Shack

Old Saybrook, CT

Liv's Shack Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table at Liv's Shack, a pet-friendly seafood restaurant in Old Saybrook, CT. Enjoy options like lobster rolls, burgers, fish tacos, salads, sandwiches and more. They also have a kids menu and gluten-free options. See Details

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