When it comes to social meals, brunch reigns supreme. It’s an excellent opportunity to get whatever it is everyone in the party is interested in, and, on a beautiful day, a great opportunity to eat on an outside patio and enjoy the weather. It’s also usually quite informal, which is great for a meetup between friends. Yet, what about our “best friend”, our pet dogs? The informal nature and tendency to be outdoors at many brunch spots make them perfect for bringing your dog out for a meal.
Whether meeting up with friends for brunch in Dallas, or wanting to take your dog out for a little treat before having one of our local mobile veterinarians stop by for a visit, below are some of the top dog-friendly brunch spots in Dallas.
1. Mutt’s Canine Cantina
2889 Cityplace W Blvd, Dallas
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When seeking a dog-friendly brunch spot in Dallas, you can’t go wrong with Mutt’s Canine Cantina, a restaurant specifically designed with you and your dog in mind. Mutt’s Canine Cantina is a combination dog park and eatery, with different parks sectioned off according to the size of your dog. There are even pools for water-loving dogs to splash around in! For weekend brunches, the restaurant offers mimosas and breakfast foods, while puppsicles and hotdogs are sold all day long as treats for your pal.
2. Ida Claire
5001 Belt Line Rd, Dallas
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Ida Claire in Dallas is an adorable restaurant with outdoor seating, curbside pickup, and delicious food. Served with top-notch classic cocktails, Ida Claire’s dishes feature the fried goodness of southern cooking influenced by other regions from around the world. The outdoor seating can comfortably house large parties, or you can have a quiet brunch with just you and fido. In addition to the patio, Ida Claire features an open-air trailer for private parties to just hang back and relax in a bohemian styled environment.
3. Whistle Britches
6110 Frankford Rd, Dallas
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4. Lazy Dog
5100 Belt Line Rd, Addison
A cute and cozy restaurant with a special weekend brunch menu, Whistle Britches offers indoor and outdoor seating, with the outdoor area perfect for a brunch with the whole family, including your dog. Whistle Britches southern-inspired menu screams spicy with many dishes featuring jalapeno. Even the brunch menu has some spice. If you’re bringing friends and want to have a drink, Whistle Britches has an extensive drink menu featuring cocktails, beer, and wine.
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Transport to the Rockies with Lazy Dog, a pet-friendly family-owned restaurant in Dallas. The décor is inspired by the family’s own love for the Rockies and gives visitors a lovely mountain feeling. The food at Lazy Dog is that classical American fare that we all love; burgers and hotdogs are heavily featured here. The place has something for everyone, including vegetarian and gluten free options. Some of these foods may be a bit heavy when we think of brunch, but on weekends Lazy Dog opens early and offers a special brunch. The pet-friendly patio is comfortable, and perfect for bringing your lazy pooch for a meal. For their furry guests, the restaurant offers a “dog bowl” on their menu.
5. Bread Winner’s Café
3301 McKinney Ave Dallas, TX 75204
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When we think of brunch, a café is often one of the best choices. At Bread Winner’s Café, you can order such breakfast standards as farmhouse burritos, fried chicken and waffles, pancakes, and steel cut oats. There is a bakery where you can get some delicious pastries to eat on their dog-friendly outdoor seating area or to take home after a walk with the dog.
6. Café Brazil
13090 Gandy Blvd N., St Petersburg, FL 33702
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Another dog-friendly café for your brunch is Café Brazil. If you’re looking for a spot to grab a cup of coffee with your dog, Café Brazil is renowned for its coffee bar, featuring a wide variety of coffee that can fit your entire party’s needs. The café features traditional Brazilian fare. The outdoor seating area welcomes dogs, and a water bowl is available to make sure that they can get a drink as well.
7. Cane Rosso
2612 Commerce St, Dallas
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This Italian eatery is in fact named for the owner’s first dog and shares its inspiration with that of the local Cane Rosso Rescue. With such a dog-loving background, it’s no surprise that this brunch spot hosts several dog-friendly patios. As an Italian eatery, Cane Rosso features pasta and a family favorite, pizza. They even have pizza on their special brunch menu.
8. Taqueria La Ventana
3847 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas
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For a Tex-Mex brunch, check out the popular Taqueria La Ventana restaurant. This dog-friendly restaurant’s outdoor area is well shaded, which is important for keeping your pooch safe during hotter weather. It’s also very colorful and a fun environment for you and the whole family! Breakfast is served all day at this restaurant, so if you’re in the mood for a late brunch with a bacon, egg, and cheese burrito this might be the spot for you.
9. Trinity Groves
331 Singleton Blvd Suite 200, Dallas
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If your party can’t make up their mind about what they’d like to eat, Trinity Groves may be the choice for you. This block of restaurants is an incubator for different culinary ideas, featuring a wide variety of delicious brunch spots. Everyone is sure to find what they want in this beautiful dog-friendly dining district. For your beloved pet, the restaurants at Trinity Groves have a massive shared patio where dogs are able to sit and hang out with the family while they eat their brunch.
Get Ready for Brunch
Before taking your dog out for brunch, make sure you are compliant with any local leash laws so that you don’t get into any trouble on your relaxing doggie date! Also, take a moment to consider having your pup microchipped before you go out, if anything goes wrong and they end up running away from you, you want to make sure that you will get them back safely.
So, where are you going for brunch? If you’re dog is trained to be a great dining companion any of these restaurants can be a great choice. Check the weather, grab your leash, and head on out for a relaxing brunch date with Fido and the family!
