Twin Cities Dog-Friendly Patios

We know you want the best of the best for you and your pooch. We’ve got you covered!

Read on for a list of our favorite top 10 best pet-friendly patios and restaurants in the Twin Cities.

  1.  Unleashed Hound and Hops; 200 E Lyndale Ave N, MPLS.  Minnesota’s first combination dog park, taproom & eatery.  Reservations are strongly encouraged for both you and your fur baby.  https://www.unleashedhoundsandhops.com/ 

  2. The Gnome Craft Pub; 498  Selby Ave, Saint Paul.  The patio is expansive with tons of different seating spaces all shaded by old growth trees.  The food is hearty and a popular space for four-legged friends.  https://www.thegnomepub.com/ 

  3. The Howe;  3675 Minnehaha Ave S, MPLS.   They have 2 pup-friendly patios, a dog menu, & delicious meals for lunch, dinner & weekend brunch.  https://howempls.com/minneapolis-the-howe-daily-kitchen-and-bar-food-menu 

  4. Stanley’s Northeast Bar Room;  2500 University Ave NE, MPLS.    A perfect spot for any time of the year, with a heated, covered patio.  https://stanleysbarroom.com/ 

  5. Urban Growler; 2325 Endicott St, St Paul.  This massive brewery complex is run by dog lovers that make refreshing beers to pair with tasty food.  This is an excellent spot to meet up with other pooch parents to share an evening & maybe play a few rounds of bags while your pups chill.  https://www.urbangrowlerbrewing.com/

  6. Aster Cafe; St Anthony Main, 125 SE Main St, MPLS.  Pups are welcome on this patio!  They offer a dog-friendly courtyard for lounging in the sun & plenty of pats from their pup-loving staff.    https://astercafe.com/ 

  7.  Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop;   131 Main St S, Stillwater.  After a nice hike on the trails near the Historic Lift Bridge, treat your pup to an awesome Pup Cup - a frozen novelty for dogs that are made from 2% milk, beef & broth.  https://www.leosgrill.com/ 

  8. Duke’s on 7;  15600 Minnesota MN-7, Minnetonka.  A dog-friendly patio & even has a dog menu.  https://dukeson7.com/ 

  9. Pinstripes; 3849 Gallagher Dr, Edina.  Serving Italian/American cuisine & wine.  Dogs are welcome on the lower patio near the fire pit.  This is a great spot because it is right next to Centennial Lakes, so you can take a great walk after dinner.  https://pinstripes.com/ 

  10. Pub 819; 819 Mainstreet, Hopkins.  32 beers on tap and dog friendly!  They even have a dog menu.  If beer is not your thing, they have over 80 whiskeys on the menu as well.  Their most popular menu item is the pub burger made with Angus beef.  https://pub819.com/hopkins-pub-819-food-menu 

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