Dog Friendly Restaurants in Nova Scotia

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great restaurants in Nova Scotia that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly The Old Fish Factory Restaurant
The Old Fish Factory Restaurant The Old Fish Factory Restaurant is a dog-friendly eatery in Lunenburg, NS. Fido is welcome on the spacious wharfside patio overlooking the water. Housed in a former fish processing plant, they serve fresh Atlantic seafood alongside pub favorites like lobster poutine, fish tacos, and hearty chowders, complemented by local wines, craft beers, and specialty spirits, including brews from their onsite Shipwright Brewing Company. See Details
Pet Friendly Rebecca's Restaurant
Rebecca's Restaurant Located on the water's edge in the picturesque town of Mahone Bay, at Rebecca's Restaurant everything on the menu is made in house and more than 80% of the meat, seafood, and produce used in dishes is locally sourced from farmers on the South Shore. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and restrictive allergy options are also available. Fido is welcome on the outdoor, pet-friendly patio. See Details
Dockside Restaurant & Bar Dockside Restaurant & Bar, located at the Fundy Complex in Digby, NS, welcomes Fido at pet-friendly outdoor seating with views of the fishing boats. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood, baby back ribs, pasta dishes, sandwiches and more. See Details
The Bicycle Thief The Bicycle Thief is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, offering fantastic food on the harbor. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio, or at the outdoor bar. This waterfront restaurant serves classic, decadent Italian favorites like Insalata Panzanella, Linguine all'Aragosta, and Tagliata. Don't forget to ask a staff member about their dessert menu! See Details
Lake City Cider Lake City Cider is a small bar that focuses on ciders. The small outdoor patio is pet-friendly. See Details
The Nook and Cranny Brew Pub The Nook and Cranny Brew Pub is a dog-friendly restaurant in the heart of Truro, Nova Scotia. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on their open patio. Try one of their delicious seafood main courses, such as the haddock fish and chips or Atlantic salmon. Grabbing a quick bite for lunch? We recommend the Gourmet Grilled Cheese which is prepared with bacon onion jam, fresh basil, cheddar and smoked gouda. See Details
The Brown Hound Public House The Brown Hound Pub is an English-style neighborhood pub in Halifax, NS. Dogs are welcome at pet-friendly outdoor tables. They serve traditional pub fare, like wings, burgers, Shepherd's pie, bangers & mash, beef dip, and more. See Details
L'abri Restaurant & Bar L'abri is a charming waterfront restaurant and bar in Cheticamp, NS, that has dog-friendly tables on the terrace in the back area. The menu features contemporary Canadian cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, local beers, and creative cocktails. Menu highlights include fish and chips, mussels, seafood chowder, crab-lobster rolls, Acadian fricot, vegetarian curry, and a smash burger with fries. Gluten-free options are available, along with decadent desserts like rich chocolate cake. See Details
The Church Brewing Co The Church Brewing Co is a dog-friendly business in Wolfville, NS, welcoming Fido to outside tables. Take a seat in the beer garden or beneath an umbrella-shaded table on the spacious patio. The Church Brewing pair their beer with menu choices such as the spicy Jalapeño Pop-er Burger, Atlantic Seafood Pasta or Jerk Cauliflower Tacos. Gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options are available. See Details
The Rope Loft The Rope Loft is a waterfront restaurant located on Chester's Front Harbor. This seasonal Chester, NS, eatery has a sizeable pet-friendly patio that welcomes dogs. Their menu offers seafood items like crawfish boil, grilled swordfish, scallops and more! See Details
Eli + Trix Eli + Trix is a dog-friendly restaurant in Mahone Bay, NS, CA, where Fido is invited to relax with you at an outdoor table on their covered patio for breakfast or lunch. Their menu features a coffee bar, all-day breakfast items, baked goods, salads, sandwiches, cocktails and more. See Details
The Sou’Wester Restaurant Since 1967, The Sou’Wester Restaurant has served the Peggy's Cove, NS community. This charming eatery offers views of the ocean and lighthouse from the pet-friendly patio. The menu features a mix of classic and innovative seafood options like steamed lobster, fish and chips, mussels and halibut tacos. See Details
The Freight Shed at the Terrace The Freight Shed is a pet-friendly waterside bistro and market in Baddeck, NS, on the picturesque Cape Breton Island. This inviting spot welcomes your pup to join you on their scenic outdoor harbourfront patio, making it a perfect outing for you and your pet. Renowned for their delectable classic seafood favorites, The Freight Shed also caters to those with different tastes, offering various non-seafood options. See Details
TACOcentric Kentville, NS, is home to the pet-friendly TACOcentric. This local eatery welcomes owners and dogs to sit outside at seasonal umbrella-shaded tables on the sidewalk. The lunch and dinner menu features tacos, burritos, quesadillas and more. Table service isn't provided, so Fido must remain outside while you go in to order at the counter. See Details
Acadian Fish & Chips and Enzo Pizzeria Acadian Fish & Chips and Enzo Pizzeria is a dog-friendly restaurant in Hammonds Plains, NC, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu features seafood, fish chowder, burgers, piping hot pizza and classic sandwich platters. See Details
Good Robot Brewing Company Good Robot Brewing Company is an eclectic brewery and kitchen located in the historic North End of Halifax, NS. Dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the pet-friendly patio with artificial turf and about ten tables while you enjoy comfort fare and well-known brews. See Details
Waterfront Warehouse Waterfront Warehouse is a dog-friendly restaurant in Halifax, NS, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on their lower patio's Pet Deck. The menu features seafood bowls, sandwiches, lobster, oysters and more. Note that the patio is seasonal, and owners should call ahead to confirm that it's open before visiting with Fido. See Details
The Oxford Taproom The Oxford Taproom is a beer bar housed in an old theatre on the north end of Halifax, NS. Enjoy a variety of beers from Garrison Brewing inside the taproom or outside at a picnic table in the spacious beer garden. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available from Seaport Sodas, available in flavors like Blueberry Cream, Ginger N Lime, and Root Beer. See Details
Coldstream Clear Distillery Coldstream Clear Distillery is a pet-friendly bar & eatery at Dartmouth Crossing retail center in Dartmouth, NS. Enjoy house-distilled spirits and food with Fido outside on the gated side patio. Some of their craft cocktail recipes include the Coldstream & Cola, Spiced Ruby, and Cold Iron Brew. The food menu features fried appetizers, flatbreads, sandwiches and wraps. See Details
The Rustic Crust Fido is welcome to join you at The Rustic Crust, a dog-friendly outdoor pizza restaurant in Tantallon, NS. Leashed pets can sit beside you at a picnic table in the "Doggie Beer Garden". The menu features a selection of fresh wood-fired pizzas and shared appetizers such as salads, pepperoni bites and garlic mozzarella sticks. See Details
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