Best Dog-Friendly Bars and Restaurants in Downtown Austin

With so many dog-friendly places, what makes a place an extraordinary example of the term? A few things for starters: space, shade, and a welcoming staff… and of course, treats are always an awesome bonus!

Obviously, the competition is stiff for ‘the best’ dog-friendly spots in downtown Austin. This guide is here to help you make a decision about where to try first.

Bring your dog to this downtown open-air space with a full bar, tacos, and bar games. Feel like you’re in the backyard, but right in the heart of Austin’s downtown.

Since opening in 1987, this central Austin pub has been a favorite dog friendly neighborhood bar for Hyde Park residents. Their diverse selection of drinks includes over 30 taps and 100 bottles/cans, as well as a nice range of ciders and wine.

This is a really popular place for brunch. There is plenty of outdoor seating, lots of yummy comfort food dishes and fun cocktails, as well as wait staff that will absolutely fawn over your pooch.

This neighborhood bar is the beer (and dog) lovers’ place for the ultimate sports watching experience, featuring drink specials every day with over 100 beers!

All of the bars and restaurants on Rainey Street are dog-friendly, and most bars are dog-friendly inside and out. Just beware that this is an entertainment district and might not be the best (or most fun) place for your dog on a Saturday night.

This beer garden in Downtown Austin is 100% dog-friendly! (Outside only though). Scholz is the oldest bar in Texas, so you’ll get to enjoy a little slice of Texas history while you and your dog enjoy beers and German-style food.

his is one of the most popular taco chains in all of Austin, and all of their locations with outdoor patios are dog-friendly!

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