The 9 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Near Denver, CO

A true haven for dog lovers, Denver is home to numerous dog friendly establishments, including dog friendly restaurants. Such restaurants have dog friendly patios where you and Fido can unwind. However, a patio alone does not a dog-friendly restaurant make! 

On this list, we feature dog friendly restaurants that go above and beyond in making Fido feel welcome — whether it’s through dog treats, complimentary water bowls, a dedicated dog menu, etc.

1. The Green Collective

• Location: 2158 W 32nd Ave Unit 100, Denver, CO
• Highlights: Fast-casual breakfast & lunch; organic menu; dog-friendly restaurant, dog treats available*; shaded patio*

The Green Collective is a serene and inviting fast casual, dog-friendly restaurant, perfect for enjoying vegan dishes, organic salads, toasts, smoothies, cold-pressed juice, and more! Their menu proves that ‘tasty’ and ‘healthy’ are not mutually exclusive. 

As you enter The Green Collective, you are met with their refreshingly light interiors that are beautifully matched with a high ceiling and plenty of natural light. They offer comfortable seating indoors and outdoors. 

The Green Collective has dog-friendly outdoor seating where you and your dog can unwind and get healthy. Their outdoor seating area is shaded, which means that you and your dog will be shielded during sunny days.* They also have dog treats available. Your pup can enjoy The Green Collective’s Bow Wow Bowl, a smoothie bowl made for pups.*

‍_{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

2. Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

• Locations: 14618 Delaware St., Westminster, Denver, CO; 43 Centennial Blvd, Highlands Ranch, CO; and 24110 E. State Ave, Aurora, CO
• Highlights: Casual dining; ‘elevated comfort food’, dog-friendly restaurant, a dedicated dog menu, shaded patio*

The Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a popular dog-friendly restaurant in Denver that features ‘elevated comfort food.’ Choose from a wide selection of delicious hamburgers, sandwiches, salads, noodles, and more— all while unwinding with your furry best friend. 

This dog-friendly Denver restaurant showcases lodge-like interiors, warm lighting, and upholstered seats, that make the place cozy and inviting. The outdoor seating is just as welcoming. Mostly shaded, these outdoor patios look and feel integrated with the rest of the establishment.  

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is one of the most dog friendly restaurants around. Depending on which Lazy Dog Restaurant you go to, a majority of their patio area is shaded, providing protection from the elements.*

Lazy Dog is also one of the few dog friendly restaurants that offer a dedicated dog menu. With canine favorites like chicken breast and hamburger patty (plus a complimentary water bowl), they make your dog feel that he’s a restaurant patron too!*

^{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

3. Just BE Kitchen

• Location: 2364 15th St, Denver, CO
• Highlights: Fast-casual breakfast and lunch; gluten- & grain-free menu; dog-friendly restaurant, dog treats available; water bowl for dogs, shaded patio*

In the mood for gluten- and grain-free, healthy food? Then grab a healthy breakfast or lunch with your dog at Just BE Kitchen! This dog-friendly restaurant in Denver has an extensive menu that’s full of delicious and healthy items like salads, wraps, breakfast burritos, and more. Though vegetarian, vegan, keto, etc. options abound, there’s something for everyone here. If you love hamburgers, try their healthy take on this all-time favorite!

At Just BE Kitchen, their dog friendly patio is relatively spacious and has surrounding walls that make the area feel like a part of the rest of the establishment. They also have a shaded patio that provides protection from direct sunlight. (This overhead shading, however, may not be enough to shield patrons and pups from rain.)*

In addition to comfortable shading, Just BE Kitchen also has paleo dog treats available and the staff will happily provide a water bowl for your four-legged best friend!*

^{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

4. Stella's Coffee Haus

• Location:  1476 S. Pearl St., Denver
• Highlights:  Coffee shop, dog-friendly cafe, dog treats & pup cups, water bowl for dogs, shaded patio* 

A hip and cozy spot, Stella’s Coffee Haus is known for its great ambiance and dog-friendly vibe. With that said, it’s one of the best places for dog lovers to enjoy gourmet coffee (or tea)! 

Coffee is the primary focus at Stella's. You'll find an abundance of espresso drinks, iced drinks, and non-coffee drinks—as well as a selection of pastries, signature paninis, and other snacks. They also have an evening menu, featuring beer, wine, and desserts!

One of the highlights of this dog-friendly restaurant in Denver is their inviting patio space, complete with outdoor fire pits. The outdoor seating can be either on the porch of the old home or adjacent to it. Pro tip: getting a seat on the porch itself will provide you and your dog protection from direct sunlight and rain.*

Stella's Coffee Haus loves dogs. They offer dog biscuits to pups now and then. You can also get a water bowl for your dog. Last but not least, you may also be able to get a pup cup for Fido to enjoy.* 

^{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

5. Wild Taco Denver - Govs Park

• Location: 215 East 7th Ave, Denver, CO 
• Highlights: Mexican cuisine; signature tacos and more; dog-friendly restaurant, shaded outdoor area*

In the mood for signature tacos, burritos, and delicious cocktails? Wild Taco is a dog-friendly restaurant in Denver that offers a wide variety of signature tacos — as well as other crowd favorites like burritos, nachos, carnitas, ceviche, churros, and more. Their drinks menu is also extensive with plenty of creative signature cocktails, seasonal cocktails, wines, and more.

Wild Taco offers dog-friendly outdoor seating where your furry best friend is welcome. This area is shaded, helping shield against direct sunlight.

^{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

6. Colorado Campfire 

• Location: 400 E 19th Ave, Denver, CO

• Highlights: American cuisine, extensive drinks menu and signature cocktails; two outdoor seating areas; has a fireplace; dog-friendly restaurant*

Get the campfire vibe without leaving the Denver Metro Area. Colorado Campfire is a must-see Denver restaurant that offers savory food, a warm fire, and a dog-friendly outdoor seating area where you and your pup can hang out. 

‍Colorado Campfire offers good old American cuisine, featuring crowd-pleasers like their signature hamburgers, smoked wings, tater tots, french fries, and more. Pair these with their exquisite whiskey, signature cocktail, or wine  — as you enjoy the calming industrial-rustic ambience and the warmth of a nearby fireplace.

Colorado Campfire has two outdoor seating areas on the sidewalk where dogs are welcome. These outdoor seating areas are also partially fenced, providing a more secure atmosphere that feels connected to the rest of the restaurant.

_{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

7. Angelo’s Taverna

• Location: 620 E 6th Ave, Denver, CO
• Highlights:  Pizza and oyster bar; dog-friendly restaurant, shaded patio, spacious patio, heated patio*

Craving oysters, pizza, or both? Angelo’s Taverna is the place to be! This dog-friendly restaurant is a relaxing hangout and your go-to place for delicious oysters.

Aside from oysters and pizza, Angelo’s Taverna’s menu has plenty of delectable and filling options — such as pasta, calzones, stramboli, ravioli, and more. Meanwhile, their drinks menu features a variety of beer, wine, cocktails, and oyster shooters to match.The vibe or ambience of Angelo’s Taverna is bright and spacious with a touch of warmth from wooden accents and exposed brick.

Angelo’s Taverna is a dog-friendly restaurant with a spacious outdoor patio. There is a comfortable spacing in between tables, providing added ease for pups. Tables are also shaded by umbrellas, providing protection from direct sunlight and light rain. During cold seasons, heating may be available.

_{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with Fido.}

8. Washington Park Grille

• Location: 1096 S Gaylord St, Denver, CO
• Highlights: Modern twists on American-Italian cuisine; live music; dog-friendly restaurant, shaded patio*

Searching for delicious American-Italian cuisine? Check out Washington Parke Grille’s exquisite grilled dishes, pasta, and more 

Whether you are in the mood for homemade pizza, pasta, or grilled delights, you can enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors crafted with care—and served in a warm and inviting ambience that keeps guests coming back for more.

The best part? Washington Park Grille is dog-friendly! They have a spacious outdoor seating area that is partially enclosed and shaded. Dogs are welcome on this outdoor patio.

_{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

9. Forest Room 5

• Location: 2532 15th St Denver, CO
• Highlights: dog-friendly restaurant, lounge, tapas bar, heated patio, fire pits, stream, camping setting, trendy

If you love savory delights, delicious drinks, and a surreal nature-themed outdoor seating area, Forest Room 5 is the place to be! This dog-friendly restaurant and lounge in Denver serves up a variety of delicious cocktails and dishes—including crowd-pleasers like their Crispy Calamari, Truffled French Fries, Filet Mignon, Fresh Fettuccini Pasta, Forest Sliders, and more! 

Along with their eclectic menu, they are also known for their trendy patio area. With plenty of trees, small trails, stump seats, fire pits, and a flowing creek*, their outdoor seating area offers a truly unique ambiance. The good news is that Forest Room 5 is a dog-friendly restaurant!* As long as your dog is leashed and well-behaved, they can take part in this refreshing urban forest experience with you.

_{*Pet policies and dog-friendly inclusions/items may change. Make sure to confirm with these dog friendly restaurants before your visit with your dog.}

Final Reminders Before Going to Dog Friendly Restaurants Denver

We’d like to remind pet parents to have updated dog vaccines for Fido before going to any of these dog friendly restaurants. This helps protect canine companions from common transmissible diseases that they can pick up from other dogs or infected surfaces. 

In addition, taking a regular heartworm preventive (which protects your dog from heartworm and common species of intestinal worms), is highly recommended.

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