Dog Friendly Restaurants in Columbus, OH

Now that Spring has finally arrived and Summer is quickly approaching, think about taking your dog with you when you dine outside. Of course your dog must be well behaved and know how to quietly lie down beside you in spite of the many surrounding distractions. This is the perfect time to start practicing the Long Down, first in the distraction - free environment of your home, then your backyard, and later at a busy park. Gradually introduce food (your food, not the dog's!) into the mix. Invite friends and family over for a barbecue. Can your dog handle all the distraction? If he can, then you are ready to try public dining. I always like to begin in a place like Cup O Joes. There are usually many people coming and going, there may be other dogs, but unlike the restaurants listed below, there is not the added distraction of strong food smells. Feeling confident? 

Below is a list of restaurants in Columbus that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Check out the listings below for a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners who've eaten there. Bone appetit!

Gresso's

961 S High St

Columbus, OH

Gresso's serves American fare, is always dog friendly, and they host "Pups on the Patio" for dogs and their owners on Tuesday nights.

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Claddagh Irish Pub

585 S Front St

Columbus, OH 43215

(614) 224-1560

Claddagh Irish Pub boasts a dog-loving staff who will spoil your pooch on their patio, whle you enjoy a cold brew.

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Northstar Cafe

951 North High Street

Columbus, OH, US 43012

(614) 298-9999

The Northstar Cafe states a focus on healthy and organic foods, wines, and brews. They also have a variety of vegetarian foods and patio dining. Dogs are allowed at the outside tables; they must be leashed ...

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 Brown Bag Deli

898 Mohawk St

Columbus, OH 43206

(614) 443-4214

 Brown Bag Deli makes lunchtime easy, with good sandwiches, and seating available outside for you and your pup.

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Black Creek Bistro

51 Parsons Ave

Columbus, OH

Black Creek Bistro is actually quite green, with locally grown crops, and leftover oils used to fuel trucks! Do your part by coming to eat here, and bring Fido along, too.

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 Spagio

1295 Grandview Avenue

Columbus, OH 43212

(614) 486-1114

Spagio offers a variety of wood-fired pizzas and dishes, pastas, sandwiches and salads. Well-behaved leashed dogs are allowed at the perimeter/end tables of the outside patio, and they must be kept out of the aisles.

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 The Kickstart

913 N High St

Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 291-7100

The Kickstart has a killer Vanilla Latte, yummy pastries and outdoor dog-friendly seating!

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 Panera Bread

1391 Polaris Pkwy

Columbus, OH

(614) 410-6200

Panera Bread has plenty of outdoor tables where your pup can join you for a bite to eat. The only downside is you have to order inside.

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 Bodega

1044 N High Street

Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 299-9399

Bodega offers an eclectic variety of food choices, specialty coffees, a full bar, and carry out. Leashed, well mannered dogs are allowed at the outer tables.

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 La Chatelaine

1550 West Lane Avenue

627 North High Street

Columbus, OH 43221/43085

(614) 488-1911

A great place for fresh pastries, La Chatelaine also offers a delectable menu of authentic French cuisine. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables.

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Alana's Food and Wine

2333 N High St

Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 294-6783

Alana's Food and Wine offers eclectic American, Vegan and Vegetarian food with outdoor seating for you and your pooch.

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Z Pizza

945 North High Street

Columbus, OH 43201

(614) 299-3289

Specializing in organically and internationally inspired pizzas, Z Pizza cooks their pizzas on hot bricks in a fire baked oven. They feature a 100% certified organic gluten free wheat crust, homemade organic sauces and ingredients, fresh ...

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 Dog Friendly Restaurants in Worthington, OH

The Wine Bistro

8231 N. High Street

Columbus, OH 43235

614-436-4000

The Wine Bistro in Worthington (about a mile north of I-270 on Rt. 23) has an amazing selection of great wines and some craft beers that can be enjoyed on their patio on warm weather Sundays ...

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 P.K. O'Ryans Irish Pub

666 High Street

Worthington, OH 43085

(614) 781-0770

This Irish Pub offers a variety of beer and wine, as well as breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees like omelets, salads, sandwiches, and Irish Stew. Dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables. The outside seating is usually open during the week for breakfast and lunch. On the weekends, the outdoor seats are usually open all day.

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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Dublin, OH

Moretti's Italian Cafe

5849 Sawmill Rd

Dublin, OH

Moretti's Italian Cafe is family run with homecooked cuisines that offer comfort and satifsaction. Fido is welcome too, so this is a great place to spend an evening.

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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Upper Arlington, OH                                    

Moretti's of Arlington

2124 Tremont Center

Upper Arlington, OH

 Great Italian in Upper Arlington offers plate after plate of sumptuous cuisine that's hearty and homemade. A great patio experience for you and your canine buddy.

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 City Barbeque

2111 W Henderson Rd

Upper Arlington, OH

City Barbeque makes mouths water and wallets comfortable - delicious southern meats at a low cost. All summer long, bring Fido while you enjoy some real BBQ.

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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Grandview Heights, OH

Luck Bros' Coffee House

1101 W 1st Ave

Grandview Heights, OH

(614) 299-9330

Luck Bros' Coffee House is a popular neighborhood joint that serves satisfying coffee and gives out dog biscuits to their puppy vistors.

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Dog Friendly Restaurants in Powell, OH

City Barbeque

3758 Powell Rd

Powell, OH

(614) 224-8224

City Barbeque makes mouths water and wallets comfortable - delicious southern meats at a low cost. All summer long, bring Fido while you enjoy some real BBQ.

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Yappy Cinco de Mayo friends!

Easy to make Dog Treats

♥ DOG TREATS ♥

Ingredients:
2 eggs
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons dry milk
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 1/2 cups brown rice flour *
1 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350º

In large bowl, whisk together eggs and pumpkin to smooth. Stir in dry milk, sea salt, and dried parsley (if using, optional). Add brown rice flour gradually, combining with spatula or hands to form a stiff, dry dough. Turn out onto lightly floured surface (can use the brown rice flour) and if dough is still rough, briefly knead and press to combine.

Roll dough between 1/4 – 1/2″ – depending on your dog’s chew preferences, – and use biscuit or other shape cutter to punch shapes, gathering and re-rolling scraps as you go. Place shapes on cookie sheet, no greasing or paper necessary. If desired, press fork pattern on biscuits before baking, a quick up-and-down movement with fork, lightly pressing down halfway through dough. Bake 20 minutes. Remove from oven and carefully turn biscuits over, then bake additional 20 minutes. Allow to cool completely on rack before feeding to dog.

* Brown rice flour gives the biscuits crunch and promotes better dog digestion. Many dogs have touchy stomachs or allergies, and do not, like many people I know, tolerate wheat.

Makes up to 75 small (1″) biscuits or 50 medium biscuits.

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