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Table for two! The 10 best dog friendly restaurants, Seattle

TrustedHousesitters blog writer Lydia Paladina
Lydia Paladina
11 June 20234 min read
Dog sitting on a window seat in a cafe next to a woman reading a book.

Seattle is barking mad for dog-friendly restaurants! We’ve pawed through the list of pro-pooch places to find the 10 best dog-friendly restaurants Seattle has to offer.

The top 10 best dog-friendly restaurants, Seattle

  1. The Barking Dog Alehouse
  2. Le Pichet
  3. Ristorante Picolinos
  4. The Tasting Room
  5. Nielsen’s Pastries
  6. Fiddler’s Inn
  7. Portage Bay Cafe
  8. Norm’s Kitchen & Bar
  9. That’s Amore
  10. Biscuit B*tch

If you and your pup happen to be around the Pacific Northwest Coast, there’s no better place to visit than dog-friendly Seattle. Known for having some of the best dog-friendly restaurants, Seattle boasts numerous eateries that will happily allow you to bring your dog along. But where in The Emerald City is truly committed to its pooch patio areas, bark-friendly beer garden, or, of course, its very own dog menu? We’ve searched through the streets of Seattle to find out which restaurants are all bark and where is worth having a bite. In no particular order, here are our top 10 dog-friendly restaurants, Seattle

#1 The Barking Dog Alehouse

Location and map pin: 705 NW 70th St., Seattle, WA 98117

As the name suggests, this is one of the best dog-friendly restaurants Seattle has to offer. With its own kitchen and microbrewery, this pooch place has a large pet-friendly patio area and beer garden, their pub grub and craft beer are ideal for those who love a leisurely, dog-friendly brunch Seattle style!

#2 Le Pichet

Location and map pin: 1933 First Ave., Seattle, WA 98101

Situated in Belltown, many dog owners have rated this the best of the bunch when it comes to dog-friendly spots. With its authentic French menu, this is a must for those seeking dog-friendly restaurants in Seattle. Despite offering elegant Parisian plates, this is a great place to bring your dog and watch the world go by.

#3 Ristorante Picolinos

Location and map pin: 6415 32nd Ave., Seattle, WA 98107

When you think of the best dog friendly Seattle based restaurant, upscale dining rarely comes to mind. However, Ristorante Picolinos brings the best of both worlds - delicious, decadent Italian food and a pup-proof environment. Located in Ballard, their beautiful heated patio area allows dog owners to bring their paw-fect pups all year round.

#4 The Tasting Room

Location and map pin: 1924 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98101

Another sophisticated choice for doggos who enjoy the finer things in life. Offering an excellent selection of wine, cheese, and nibbles, The Tasting Room is always happy to pull up a bar stool for your fur baby. Nestled in the outskirts of Belltown, this is perhaps one of the most dog friendly bars Seattle has available.

#5 Nielsen’s Pastries

Location and map pin: 520 2nd Ave. W, Seattle, WA 98104

Uptown Seattle has a hidden Danish gem with an appetite for pet friendly service. Despite its small size, this eatery is bursting with character and a love for dogs. Offering both sweet and savory menu options, Nielsen’s allows dogs to order inside, as well as sit in its charming outdoor seating area. 

#6 Fiddler’s Inn

Location and map pin: 9219 35th Ave NE Seattle, WA 98115

When you click on their website, you are greeted with the words dog friendly on the home page. If you’re looking for a laid-back beer garden, comforting gastro pub style food, and pet friendly attitude, head to Wedgwood to find this dog friendly spot in Northern Seattle.

#8 Norm’s Kitchen & Bar

Location and map pin: 460 North 36th Street, Seattle, Washington 98103

Right off the bat, they have a dedicated dog menu. Yep, both you and your snuffle bear can pursue the menu together at this quirky, familiar eatery. For some, Norm’s feels like a home from home, take in the fabulous dog decor with your pooch pal on the chair next to you. Possibly the cream of the crop when it comes to the best dog friendly Seattle eateries.

#9 That’s Amore

Location and map pin: 1425 31st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98144

Just south of Seattle’s central district, is this endearing dog friendly spot. As you may have guessed, this offers a fruitful Italian experience whilst embracing pup positive vibes. As dog friendly restaurants go, the staff are always happy to welcome you and your paw pal inside and allow both of you to supplement their menu.

#10 Biscuit B*tch

Location and map pin: (Belltown) 2303 3rd Ave, Seattle, WA 98121, (Pike Place) 1909 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

As a family friendly community, we’ve taken the liberty of bleeping this naughtily named chain. However, despite the cheeky title, we simply couldn’t leave this place off the menu. With two downtown locations, we felt both deserved a link in this post. Providing both indoor and outdoor seating for pups, is a biscuit-dedicated eatery for those seeking an authentic dog cafeSeattle experience.

Dog-friendly Seattle - it's bursting with things to do for pups and their humans. With dog friendly bars, restaurants, and parks scattered across the city. If we’ve missed any particular hot spots in Seattle, please let us know via our community forum. Or, if you’re seeking some solitary time, have a look at the latest pet sitters available in your local area.

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