Dog Friendly Restaurants in Hickory, NC

Olde Hickory Station is a dog-friendly American restaurant located in heart of Hickory, NC. Fido is welcome to accompany you for breakfast, lunch or dinner beside an umbrella-shaded table on the front outdoor patio. Enjoy breakfast classics such as omelettes, eggs Benedict, and Belgian waffles, or sample lunch specials which include signature burgers, freshly-made sandwiches, pizza, and seasonal salads. Choose from meat and seafood entrées, steak, or a house-smoked dinner plate for an evening meal.

This hip and modern dog-friendly national pizza chain puts a unique spin on the traditional pizza place, employing a carefree attitude in all of their culinary creations. They offer classic salads, subs, calzones, and pizza, but venture on the eclectic side with offerings like jerk chicken, tempeh, or tofu hoagies, and specialty pizza such as the Kosmic karma, Thai Dye, and Philosopher's Pie. Wash it down with a local craft beer while relaxing with Fido on the outdoor patio. Opens daily at 11am.

Fourk is a pet-friendly restaurant located in Hickory, NC. Your four-legged family member is welcome to tag along at an outdoor table for a bite. Popular menu items include Ahi tuna, pasta caprese, in-house pork chop and blackberry wine cake.

Hickory Tavern, located in Hickory, is a casual sports bar-style eatery that serves up a variety of tasty grub. Choose from menu options including appetizers, salads, wings, chicken tenders, steak, seafood, tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Wings in your choice of sauce (Mild, Medium, Hot, Caribbean Jerk, Teriyaki, Honey Bee Sting, and more.) Next, chow down on the Smokehouse Burger topped with two slices of thick-cut bacon, Sweet Baby Ray's BBQ sauce, shredded jack and cheddar cheeses, and crispy onion straws. Or go for the Grilled Fish Tacos - two soft white corn tortillas filled with blackened whitefish, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, Cajun remoulade, and fresh cilantro.

Cafe Gouda is a dog-friendly eatery in Hickory, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch. Enjoy delicious sandwiches, build your own pasta dishes, burgers, fresh salads, quesadillas and more.

North Hickory Market in Hickory, NC, welcomes dogs on its pet-friendly patio, including both covered and sunny seating areas. This neighborhood restaurant serves fresh, made-from-scratch breakfast, lunch, and dinner, along with cocktails, cold beer, and wine.

Taste Full Beans is a dog-friendly coffeehouse in Hickory, NC, where Fido can join you at an umbrella-shaded table outside on the patio. Please note that table service is unavailable so your pup must wait outside while you go in to place your order. The menu features over 50 varieties of coffees from around the world, an extensive list of loose-leaf teas, lattes, frappes, and a food menu boasting items such as breakfast items, baked goods, soups, salads, and sandwiches. They also offer vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan dishes.

Corner Bakery is a dog-friendly bake shop in Hickory, NC, where Fido is invited to relax with you at an outdoor table while you indulge in their selection of cupcakes, macaroons, assorted desserts and specialty cakes. They also have dog treats and cakes for Fido!

Backstreets Bar & Grill in Hickory, NC, is a welcoming spot known for its delicious food, excellent service and dog-friendly atmosphere. Guests can enjoy a diverse menu featuring sandwiches, hand-cut steaks, homemade soups and craft spirits. The inviting patio is perfect for dining with furry companions, with staff happy to provide Fido a bowl of water.

Salsarita's Fresh Cantina, located in Hickory, is a casual Mexican eatery that serves up made-to-order dishes prepared in front of you with fresh, tasty ingredients. Choose from menu options including tacos, burritos, bowls, quesadillas, salads, nachos, 'quesoritos', and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try an order of the Nachos - tortilla chips smothered in creamy queso and topped with your choice of ingredients (chicken, steak, pork, shrimp, rice, beans, pico de gallo, salsa, tomatillo salsa, cheese, guacamole, jalapenos, Hacienda ranch, olives, and more!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Five Guys, located in Hickory, is a popular burger joint that serves up a variety of tasty eats. Choose from menu options including burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, fries, milkshakes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Bacon Cheeseburger - two hand-formed patties grilled to perfection, two strips of bacon, and two slices of American cheese on a soft sesame seed bun, piled high with the toppings of your choice (mayo, lettuce, pickles, grilled onions and mushrooms, relish, jalapenos, hot sauce, and more!) Before you leave, snag one of their hand-spun Milkshakes with your favorite mix-ins (bananas, cherries, coffee, malted milk, Oreo cookies, Oreo cream, bacon, peanut butter, and more!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts is a world-famous doughnut shop with a location in Hickory, NC and features several dog-friendly outdoor tables, so Fido can join you for one of their hugely popular glazed doughnuts and a cup of coffee. Amongst their interesting doughnuts, you'll find a New York Cheesecake, Oreo Cookies and Kreme, and plenty of other tantalizing treats. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Sam's Hot Dog Stand, located in Hickory, is a casual eatery that serves up a simple menu of hot dogs and barbecue sandwiches. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their three pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try one of their all-beef hot dogs with your choice of toppings (mustard, ketchup, mayo, onions, coleslaw, chili, sweet relish, sauerkraut, and/or jalapenos.) A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Mas Amor Cantina is a dog-friendly restaurant at The Crossing at Hollar Mill in Hickory, NC. Owners dining with their furry friends can request a seat outside at an umbrella-shaded table on the patio during dinner. The menu features authentic Tex-Mex cuisine with a North Carolina flair, including options like skirt steak fajitas, Americana tacos and carnitas nachos.

Try the "easy rider" burgers, "road kings" steaks, and "thunderlicious" pasta. Outdoor seating is dog friendly.

Olde Tavern serves up a variety of menu options including appetizers, sandwiches, burgers, salads, wings, steak, chicken, pasta, fish, barbecue dishes, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their four pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy a cold beer and an order of Pork Rinds cooked to order tossed in your choice of seasoning (ranch, Memphis, or plain) and served with a spicy ranch dipping sauce. Next, sink your teeth into the Pimento Burger topped with a generous portion of pimiento cheese and fried onions. For something a bit lighter, go with the Southwestern Salad - fresh chopped salad mix, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, applewood bacon, fire roasted corn, green peppers, jalapenos, tortilla chips, and a three cheese blend served in a tortilla bowl with southwest dressing and your choice of shrimp, chicken (grilled or fried,) tri-tip, or tuna salad. Olde Tavern is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11:00am to 11:00pm.

Whether you are getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location on 2nd Street NE in Hickory provides ten tables with dog-friendly seating. The vast menu includes a broad range of coffee drinks, tea, cold brews, and their popular Frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. Don't forget to ask for a Puppuccino just for Fido! You can also find a light bite with breakfast options, sandwiches, bagels, parfaits, protein boxes, and baked treats. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Whether you are getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location on Lenoir Rhyne Boulevard SE in Hickory provides five tables with dog-friendly seating. The vast menu includes a broad range of coffee drinks, tea, cold brews, and their popular Frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. Don't forget to ask for a Puppuccino just for Fido! You can also find a light bite with breakfast options, sandwiches, bagels, parfaits, protein boxes, and baked treats. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order.

Founded on the idea that food served fast does not have to be a typical fast food experience, Chipotle Mexican Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant known for its burritos, tacos, bowls, and salads. Visitors to this Hickory location can bring Fido to one of the four outdoor tables. The menu allows guests to choose from crispy corn or soft flour tacos, a bowl, burrito, or salad, then choose from steak, carnitas, chicken, barbacoa or sofritas, and then your toppings. Please note that table service isn't available, so Fido needs to be tied up outside while you go in to place your order.

Hickory Wine Shoppe offers dog-friendly outdoor seating in downtown Hickory, NC. Bring Fido along while you enjoy a wine tasting at one of the umbrella-covered tables on the front patio. They serve red, white, rose and orange wines, plus charcuterie boards and flatbreads.