Dogs are a human's best friend. Why not take them with you when grabbing your next bite?
As the weather gets warmer and New York City looks to maintain outdoor dining, more pet-friendly dining options have steadily become available.
From restaurants with beautiful outdoor seating, to pet-centered and inspired cafés, New York City is becoming the paw-fect place for furry friends to enjoy some adventure. Some eateries even provide pet-friendly menus and special watering options. No more Starbucks Puppuccinos. The Wilson’s exclusive dog menu will give your pet the steak, salmon, or chicken of their dreams.
Next time you and your best friend are looking for a fun time out, check-out these 10 pet-friendly restaurants.
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1678 3rd Ave. / Website
This Upper East Side restaurant is the perfect place for a pet date. Best known for its egg-centric brunch, The Barking Dog provides your pup with exclusive water bowls. While dogs are unfortunately limited to the outdoor patio, ample seating and awnings provide both human and dog with shade, just blocks away from Central Park.
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132 W 27th / Website
Oh, to be a New York City dog, feasting on grilled rib-eye steaks, or pan seared salmon… If this sounds like your dream (or your dogs), The Wilson’s extensive dog menu is just for you. Located in Chelsea, this relatively-new restaurant is as much for humans as it is for pets. With ample outdoor seating, The Wilson’s New American cuisine will keep both humans and pets more than satisfied.
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1439 2nd Ave. / Website
Home to deliciously-Instagrammable food, THEP serves traditional Thai food with a side of pet-friendly vibes. With plenty of vegan and Gluten-free options, the food and drinks are unmissable. THEP’s outdoor seating along 75th Street is only blocks away from Central Park. After an afternoon of enjoying the sun, you and your puppy are more than welcome to enjoy this Thai cuisine.
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2723 Broadway / Website
A fan-favorite french spot on the Upper West Side, Café du Soleil is unfussy. Come for a buttery French dish and some delicious wine for weekend brunch or weeknight dinner. With its ample outdoor seating, this restaurant is perfect for a calm, Sunday brunch with your best friends (pets included, obviously).
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325 Bowery / Website
On the border of the East Village and Noho, this Italian gem serves fresh pasta fit for the gods. Located on Bowery St., outdoor seating at Bar Primi wraps around the corner of East 2nd St., providing beautiful tree-lined views. Perfect for people and puppy watching, your fluffy friends are more than welcome to sit and spread, or join you on your lap.
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156 10th Ave. / Website
Fresh and seasonal ingredients are at the heart of this menu, but what about supreme pet domination? Featuring lots of pet-friendly outdoor seating, both cat and dog people are welcome to this Chelsea staple. While your pet secretly plots their rise to fame, us humans can enjoy Cookshop’s iconic roasted chicken and their market vegetables.
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180 Spring St. / Website
Located in the heart of Soho, Bistro Les Amis is the perfect Parisian getaway in the middle of downtown Manhattan. Home to the best French onion soup of New York City, Bistro Les Amis is just as good for a summer dinner as it is for a wine night. Decked with white-lined tables and seating in front of a beautiful mural, this spot is the perfect place for you and your furry companion to rest after a hard day of shopping.
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102 E 22nd St. / Website
This smart and sophisticated Italian restaurant is accompanied by an al-fresco dining café. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the calm neighborhood of Gramercy Park, this spot is perfect for dogs who don’t like the hustle and bustle of the city. While the outdoor seating is limited to 14 tables, there is still plenty of people, and of course, puppy watching to do.
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476 Amsterdam Ave. / Website
Named after a beloved black labrador retriever, Fred’s interior is filled with customers’ and employees’ dog pictures. Much like Fred, the Upper West Side American menu doesn’t challenge or surprise, serving quality food that will make you want to “Come! Sit! Stay!”
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195 Avenue A / Website
New York’s first dog-friendly café, Boris and Horton is equal parts café and community space. This East Village spot is steps away from Tompkins Square Park, making it the perfect pre or post dog park treat. The café also features dog-friendly events year-round, including trivia, burlesque and adoption events.
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