Dog Friendly American Restaurants Near Independence Square, MO, US

The Court House Exchange is a casual, local pub in Independence, MO with a seasonal patio. This subterranean eatery offers a seasonal dog-friendly patio during warmer weather. Fido is welcome to join you at outdoor tables during the warmer months.

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Independence locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Panera Bread on E US Highway 40has three pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Overlooking the Independence Square, Ophelia's Restaurant and Inn is a dog-friendly spot to find eclectic American fare. Diners with Fido in tow can head to one of Ophelia's four small outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. The Restaurant's menu includes brunch items, starters, small plates such as Short Rib Street Tacos and Risotto Scallops, soups, salads, sandwiches, and house specialties such as a Twisted Quesadilla, Brick Chicken, Dry Aged Vintage Black Angus Strip, Then and Now Fried Chicken, and Fried Green Tomato Crab Cake. Ophelia's Restaurant and Inn is open Sunday from 10:30am to 2:30pm, Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 11:00am to 10:00pm.