Top 4 Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Columbus, Georgia
Paws on the Patio: The Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Columbus, GA!
Columbus is known for its incredible food scene which now boasts several dog-friendly restaurants. Looking for some great local recommendations? Here’s a roundup of our favorite spots to eat with four-legged friends in tow.
Moe’s Barbecue at MidCity Yards
Columbus is home to a Moe’s Original Barbecue, and it’s located in the most dog-friendly development in town. Grab dinner at Moe’s, head to the patio and let your pup relax and soak up the sun. There’s also a Scofflaw Brewery located in the development if you prefer craft brews.
Have a pup that loves to play? Go to The Yard! Run by the nonprofit PAWS Humane Society, this dog-friendly, off-leash park and social club offers daily passes and memberships for dogs, along with drinks and rotating food trucks for humans. No dog? No problem; you can still visit and meet other people’s dogs for free. It is family-friendly with clear communication about events or areas that are 21 and up. Fridays and Saturdays after 5:00 PM are 16 and up.
Local tip: Never been to a Moe’s before? Try the BBQ Pulled Pork Nachos, the macaroni & cheese, and the banana pudding!
Jarfly
This local gem in Midtown has the best dog-friendly patio in town. Expect to find incredible cocktails and fantastic food served year-round outside. These small business owners are dog-loving people, so everything about their patio was created with people and pups in mind.
Local tip: This restaurant has misters on their patio in the summer - making it a perfect place to stay cool with your pup while eating outside. Water bowls are available for dogs at all times, and they’ve got really good frozen cocktails for humans! Try a frozen Midtown Vice and one of their famous Smash Burgers.
Banks Food Hall
Though dogs are only allowed on the patio of this establishment, this is a wonderful place to grab dinner, drinks, and dessert with your pup. Traveling solo and don’t want to leave your dog? Not to worry. Several of the vendors have walk-up windows to serve customers with dogs who can’t come inside. We happen to know some of them also have water bowls out. It's next door to Whitewater Express and right across the street from Woodruff Park, Kadie the Cow, and the Riverwalk. This is a great place to go if you need a quick stop before heading out on your next adventure.
Local tip: If you’re at BANKS for lunch, try Poke Sun! Their poke bowls are made fresh to order and contain some of the freshest ingredients around.
Iron Bank Coffee
This popular local spot has a great dog-friendly patio and water bowls available year-round. Dogs aren’t allowed inside, but it’s common to see multiple pups and their owners set up outside throughout the day.
Local tip: Across the street is another great dog-friendly spot called Freeze Frame Yogurt. They have a patio, treats for pups, and water bowls out all of the time. Both of these spots can get fairly full on the weekends, so head there early to snag a prime spot for you and your pooch.
Honorable Mentions
These next couple of places are dog-friendly but serve quick bites instead of full meals.
Maltitude
Created by the owners of Jarfly, Maltitude curates a rotating selection of craft beers and wines for locals and visitors to explore. The knowledgeable team can guide you to a unique beverage based on your tastes. Guests can bring their own food or buy a snack to enjoy with their cold drink. Patio seating and water bowls also make Maltitude a pet-friendly experience.
Icey Girl & Co.
On a hot day, a Hawaiian shaved ice treat from Icey Girl hits the spot. Their menu features customizable and fun flavors like the Rainbow, Georgia Peach, and Unicorn. The family-friendly environment invites guests to stay and enjoy their treats, while pup cups made from 100% beef bone broth ensure there's something on the menu for every family member. Visit one of their locations or catch them at a local event.
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