Top 10 dog-friendly bars in Seattle

Seattle: Washington state’s largest city and one of the world’s hipster hot spots, it’s the city of coffee culture and (fun fact) an eclectic grunge music scene. Nicknamed Emerald City (no questions as to why), it’s full to the brim with acres of parkland - a dog lover’s paradise and the ideal place to get your house sitting (and walkies) adventures started. That’s why we’re here with our top 10 picks of the most dog-friendly bars Seattle has to offer, along with a few restaurants and cafes thrown in for good measure! 

Just a quick note - to avoid disappointment, it’s always worth contacting the bar you plan to visit beforehand just to check they’re still pet-friendly. Rules, regulations and preferences change all the time, so it’s better to be safe than sorry! For now though and without any further ado, let’s find you a spot to paws for a pint with your new fluffy friend by your side.

Dog-friendly bars Seattle

• Dog Yard
• Beveridge Place Pub
• The Barking Dog Ale House
• Voff Dog Park
• Norm’s Kitchen & Bar
• The Lookout
• The Bridge
• Ballard Kiss Cafe
• Portage Bay Cafe - Roosevelt
• Fiddler's Inn Pub & Pizza

Dog Yard

Address and map pin: 1546 NW Leary Wy, Seattle, WA 98107

If you’ve been around the house sitting block a few times or you have a furry family yourself, you’ll understand the hassle of finding a place that welcomes (and loves) your pup pals as much as you do. Hassle no more - Dog Yard, Ballard is a dog-friendly bar in Seattle ticking all the boxes. Rather than squeezing you and your pup on an outside patio away from other diners, Dog Yard is centered around your pup. Complete with an outdoor dog park (and Bark Rangers to keep an eye on them) and indoor area with heated floors and a fireplace, Dog Yard is ideal if you’d like somewhere for you and your four-legged friend to socialize with other humans and canine companions alike. Kick back with a beer (great choices available, naturally), freshly baked pastries and even choose from the dog menu for pup-safe cannolis or poochacino.

Beveridge Place Pub

Address and map pin: 6413 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136

If you’re serious about your beer, Beveridge Place Pub does what it says on the tin (or should we say tap…?). Offering an impressive 37 rotating taps featuring craft-brewed ales and lagers from the US, Europe and Asia, it’s the ideal place to stop for a (refreshing) rest where your four-legged pal is more than welcome. And it’s not just their drinks that aren’t skimped on - this place offers three areas for visitors to choose from. If you’re after a dog- friendly sports bar in Seattle, head to their game room - it’s complete with darts, a shuffleboard, football and of course a TV for you to catch up on the games. Or maybe a quieter room is up your street - check out their front room if so, where you’ll find board games and vintage décor. Or if the sun’s got its hat on and you’d like to catch a few rays with Fido, head to their (rather relaxing) beer garden that’s surrounded by greenery.

The Barking Dog Ale House

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

Before we get into their incredible beer selection and top-notch dinners, we have to talk about the Barking Dog’s ethos. If you’re after dog friendly bars that go the extra mile and truly care about animals as much as you do, this place is going to be right up your street.  On every second Wednesday of the month, the bar partners with a local dog-forward organization and donates $1 for every pint sold that day! So, if you’re house sitting on the second Wednesday of the month, head down and sample micro-brewed beers and tipples from around the country, choose from sliders to salads and head to the outdoor seating which is heated, covered and completely dog-friendly. Oh, and if you’re after dog- friendly sports bar in Seattle, this place has fourhuge TVs.

Voff Dog Park

Address and map pin: 9731 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103

Is it a dog park? Is it a bar that’s dog friendly? Well Voff Dog Park is a bit of both. If you’re after a space where Fido can tag along and you can have a well-earnt cold one, Voff Dog Park will suit you just fine. Along with over 30 beers and ciders, wines and non-alcoholic drinks to choose from, find an outdoor area (literally) made for your pup pal to socialize and burn off all that energy! It’s complete with outdoor heaters, water stations (all that tail chasing is thirsty work!), and a gathering space for pet parents (and sitters, naturally) that’s sheltered from the rain and sun. And not to worry about your pooch getting muddy - the space is covered in turf, so no unwanted bathtimes necessary.

Norm’s Kitchen & Bar

Address and map pin: 460 N 36th St, Seattle, WA 98103

When you’re on the lookout for the dog friendly bars Seattle has to offer, there’s nothing that says bring your pups please like a puppy menu! Choose from dog-safe beef or chicken bowls and even a doggy beer to wash it all down. And in case you were wondering, there’s also a pretty awesome menu for not only pups, but their humans as well. Pop along for happy hour and choose from a discounted menu of food and drinks (including the puppy menu!).

The Lookout

Address and map pin: 757 Bellevue Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102, United States

If you’re after dog friendly bars in the Capitol Hill Seattle area, stop by The Lookout for impressive views of the Emerald City with your pup pal by your side. Grab a table on the patio for happy hour, cocktails and draft beer or choose from their classic, hearty food menu. And if evening drinks aren’t your thing, get down for brunch (with a view, naturally) and find eggs all ways or treat yourself to a drinks special!

The Bridge

Address and map pin: 6301 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98136, United States

If you’re after dog friendly bars in west Seattle, hop along to The Bridge to find hearty American classics on the menu. Walkies with your new pup pal are sure to build up a serious appetite, so check out their main menu which ranges from burgers, wings and meatballs to their fry bar and street tacos. Or if you’re in the west side of town on a weekend morning, swing by for breakfast to find waffles, biscuits, eggs, sliders and more.

Ballard Kiss Cafe

Address and map pin: 2817 NW Market St, Seattle, WA 98107

If fancy seating and posh nosh isn’t your thing, not to worry. The dog friendly restaurants Seattle (or restaurants come casual dining come cafe, in this case!) has to offer are (at times) a little rough around the edges (in a homey, welcoming sort of way of course!). Take Ballard Kiss Cafe - feel at home in their no-frills decor bar and choose from an impressively large menu that’s sure to give you a taste of a classic Seattle kitchen.

Portage Bay Cafe - Roosevelt

Address and map pin: 4130 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105

If you’re after the dog friendly restaurants Seattle has to offer that put good food at the forefront of your experience, check out Portage Bay Cafe. Find a colorful menu featuring a range of local, healthy ingredients crafted by the cafe’s chefs. Go for benedicts, sandwiches, breakfast plates and more to kick your day off to a healthy start with your fluffy friend by your side. And just to note, this place has three other locations across Seattle, including their South Lake Union, Ballard and 65th digs.

Fiddler's Inn Pub & Pizza

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

Pizza and a pint - name a better duo! The Fiddler’s Inn is a cozy joint for people who appreciate homey food and a great beer selection. Choose from their pizzas and hearty classics for a chilled-out evening with your pet pal.

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