Headed out for date night but looking to bring your pooch along? There are lots of dog friendly restaurants in Orlando for those couples who'll gladly opt for a furry third wheel. Let's break down Orlando, district by district, with all the places you can bring your dog along on date night.
Originally written By Samantha Rosenthal, updated May 2022 by Meghan Roth and again August 2024 by Nancy DeVault
AUDUBON PARK GARDEN DISTRICT
This little neighborhood is located right on the fringes of Downtown Orlando, bounded by Leu Gardens to the west and Blue Jacket Park to the east. It is known for its vintage shops, unique eateries, community-focused bars, and other amazing local services.
Ice cream, antiques, vinyl, and craft beer rule supreme in The Garden District–and many of these spots are pet-friendly date options.
The Audubon Community Market
1842 E. Winter Park Rd., Orlando, FL 32803
The Audubon Community Market happens every Monday from 5-8pm in the Stardust parking lot (or inside Stardust if it’s raining). Vendors range from local food growers and gardeners that sell their food products to locals who sell handmade soaps, jewelry and more. This event is pet-friendly — someone even once brought a pig to the community market. Note that only service dogs are allowed inside of Stardust but all leashed pets are welcome outside.
Sushi Lola’s
2902 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
This local Japanese and Korean restaurant features a variety of sushi options, bento boxes, and noodle dishes, like ramen. Sushi Lola's also has fried green tea ice cream that is definitely worth a try (also available not fried).
There are a few outdoor tables and that's where dogs are allowed to accompany their human companion (but not inside the establishment).
Redlight Redlight Beer Parlor
2810 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
Since 2005, Redlight Redlight has been one of the go-to craft beer places in Orlando. Moving to its current location on Corrine Drive in 2012, Redlight Redlight features more than two dozen rotating drafts and 250+ bottled beer choices. In 2014, this hotspot opened a small brew system, located on the second floor of the bar.
Redlight Redlight welcomes leashed dogs outside. They even provide water bowls.
Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux
3022 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
Bikes, Beans & Bordeaux, or more commonly known as B3 Cafe, is founded and owned by two UCF graduates who are both active members of the local cycling community. The store promotes a healthy, active lifestyle with weekly running and biking groups that meet up at the cafe, along with Curtis Earth Trivia hosted Mondays and other weekly events.
Dogs are allowed on the patio area outside and, again, are provided with B3 water bowls.
East End Market
3201 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
This neighborhood food hall is home to several delish places, like Gideon's Bakehouse and La Femme du Fromage. Plus, this market also houses diverse artisans.
With a comfortable courtyard and garden area, its no surprise that East End is popular among dog lovers.
Stardust Video & Coffee
1842 Winter Park Rd., Orlando, FL 32803
Stardust, as mentioned above, is a venue that has a rich history with Orlando, dating back to 1970. It has the best of all worlds: food, drinks, entertainment, and much more.
Aside from the The Audubon Community Market, Stardust hosts other date night worthy events, like poetry readings and comedy nights. And, again, dogs are allowed on the outside patio.
The Salty (Donut)
3025 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
The Salty is a family-owned, artisan donut shop that focuses on chef-made, small-batch, craft donuts that rotate based on seasonality. Their Audubon Park location has a large outdoor space that makes it a sweet spot to bring your pooch.
Lobos Coffee Roasters
3000 Corrine Dr., Orlando, FL 32803
Located in the center of Audubon park, this specialty coffee roaster is dedicated to sourcing delicious coffee from around the world. In addition to a large variety of coffee concoctions, they also serve small bites, beer, and wine. Their large outdoor patio is dog friendly.
BALDWIN PARK
This stunning local neighborhood sits on the land of the former Naval Training Center (NTC) Main Base. Baldwin Park is one of the ultra-chic places to live, dine, and have fun in Orlando. It was designed to be a livable and walkable community where restaurants, grocery stores, retail shops, and more are all within a five to 10-minute walk.
With a breeze coming off the lake at just about any place that has outdoor seating, Baldwin Park has plenty of date night options — many of those being pet friendly.
The Osprey
4899 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
The Osprey has a modern coastal cuisine menu designed to highlight the bounty of Florida's sustainable seafood. Open for happy hour, dinner, and brunch, The Osprey has something for everyone. Their outdoor seating is dog friendly.
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Seito Sushi
4898 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
Award-winning sushi and chefs make Seito the place to go for sushi. The menu includes sushi and ramen, along with an extensive happy hour selection. The corner location gives plenty of outdoor seating for you and your furry family members.
Gators Dockside
4982 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
With 15 wing sauce flavors, Gators is a sports-themed restaurant that's great to watch a football or any sports game for that matter. Dogs are allowed on the patio, and this is the case for many Gators Dockside locations around Central Florida.
La Bella Luna
4886 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
This family-owned Italian restaurant has one of the best pizzas in Orlando — and it has the credentials to back it up! Their New York-style pizza has been voted “Best Pizza in Town” by the Orlando Sentinel for many years. The menu also has all the other Italian classics, including bruschetta and tiramisu. Dogs are allowed in the outside dining area.
Colibri Mexican Cuisine
4963 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
With amazing drink specials every day of the week on margaritas, beers, or sangria, this Mexican cuisine restaurant is the place to go for satisfying happy hour drinks and meals. The menu features traditional Mexican fare, like flautas, tostadas, enchiladas, and ceviche.
Bring Fido to sit on the patio. This waterfront restaurant is ideal for views of Lake Baldwin.
Tactical Brewing Co.
4882 New Broad St., Orlando, FL 32814
One of the most creative breweries in Orlando, Tactical Brewing has some cool decor and unique craft beers. Practically every night of the week has an event like bingo or trivia. And most weekends mean a beer release party. Their small, but comfortable outdoor seating is dog-friendly.
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COLLEGE PARK
Just west of Interstate 4, College Park is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Orlando. Over the years a modern, sometimes retro, facelift has revived this neighborhood. With Edgewater Drive being the main roadway and artery of this neighborhood, everything is located just blocks from each other. It fuses an urban feel with a small-town vibe.
A huge art, real estate, and restaurant presence with many merchants belonging to those industries make College Park a great destination. Many of the area's dining and entertainment establishments allow you to bring your dog along.
Cups and Pups Coffee
1307 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804
One of the few places on our list where your pup is welcome inside, Cups and Pups Coffee is very popular among College Park residents.
***However, per their website, Cups and Pups is temporarily closed while they move up the road to a bigger location in the heart of College Park.***
PR's Taco Palace
717 W. Smith St., Orlando, FL 32804
Known for their “Fajita Friday” special, this local Tex-Mex restaurant features a casual menu and a full-service bar. Bring your dog and sit outside or join the locals inside at a table or the bar.
Ollie’s Public House
3400 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804
Ollie’s offers a casual restaurant and bar atmosphere with live music on various nights throughout the month. This bar is known for its drink choices: cocktails, draft beers, “dirty” shots, wine, and their “all day, every day $2 Yuenglings.”
Those with a sweet tooth know Ollie's for its Tableside S'mores. And, sweet dogs are allowed on the patio but must be on a leash.
The Tap Room at Dubsdread
549 W. Par St., Orlando, FL 32804
The golf course opened in 1924 and became the go-to golf course for servicemen stationed in Orlando. Nowadays you can shoot on the green or just hang out for lunch at Tap Room.
From brunch to lunch to late night, Tap Room serves it all. Dogs are allowed on the outside porch, which is close to the golf course so you’ll have a great view overlooking Dubsdread’s green.
Shakers American Cafe
1308 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804
With rotating daily specials, this little eatery offers all the fixings for breakfast and lunch. They serve up homemade specialties, including salads, soups, sandwiches, and quiches. There are three tables outside where couples can bring their dogs. Don't forget to ask for a complimentary water bowl to keep your pooch hydrated.
Infusion Tea
1600 Edgewater Dr., Orlando, FL 32804
This is such a wonderful tea house in Orlando! They offer every type of variety you can think of, including an extensive assortment of black teas, oolongs, custom hand-blended teas, green teas, mates, red teas, white teas, and herbals. In addition, health-conscious foods are served so you can have a relaxing meal. Dogs are welcome at the outside seating area.
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DOWNTOWN ORLANDO
Take your pooch on a walk around Lake Eola. Then, slip into one of these dog-friendly spots in the city center.
Pups Pub Orlando
317 N Orange Ave., Orlando, Florida 32801
Arguably the best bar in town for dog lovers! This pub's original location in Tampa has been the bark of the town and we're so excited about their Orlando location. It is a sports bar environment where the pups are the star players. All pups must be up-to-date on Rabies & Parvo vaccines and spayed or neutered if over a year old!
As of right now, the menu features drinks for humans and hounds. However, food may be added via food trucks in the near future.
Relax Grill
211 Eola Parkway, Orlando, FL 32801
Offering the beauty of beautiful Lake Eola and a menu that is appealing to most, Relax Grill is the perfect spot to spend a lazy afternoon outdoors in The City Beautiful. Take advantage of their happy hour specials and enjoy a sunset view with your pup on their large covered patio right.
Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co.
227 N. Eola Dr., Orlando, FL 32801
Located on the corner of Eola Dr. and Robinson, Persimmon Hollow Brewing Co. offers a large selection of locally made brews and a full menu. Plenty of outdoor seating means you can bring your pup with you. The bartenders will bring your pup a fresh bowl of water and you can even order homemade pup-cakes and cookies for your pets.
Tin & Taco
40 W. Washington St., Orlando, FL 32801
Trendy casual tacos and craft beer spot known for its creative spin on Mexican street fare and an extensive, hand-picked craft beer selection. Dogs are allowed on the patio.
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World of Beer
431 E. Central Blvd., Ste B, Orlando, FL 32801
Enjoy the view of Lake Eola while sipping your favorite brew. There's 50 on tap and even more in the cooler! Cheer for your sports teams and cheers with your pup beside you on the large patio.
Kres Chophouse
17 W. Church St., Orlando, FL 32801
This little gem of a restaurant located in Downtown Orlando is not only super chic and award-winning but also dog friendly. The concept behind Kres Chophouse is a steak house that is modern and creative in its food service, yet it still honors the classics of culinary cuisine. They offer some of the finest surf and turf options in Orlando and are housed in a building still rocking its 1930s architecture. There are two outside tables that allow dogs which is somewhat unique at a more upscale locale.
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EAST ORLANDO
The Brass Tap
781 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32828
The Brass Tap offers over 150+ craft beers from around the globe in a neighborhood atmosphere that feels both relaxed and upscale. You'll find daily specials, live entertainment, and unique events each and every month. Dogs are allowed on the outdoor patio that is shared with the restaurant next door.
BURGERFI
4100 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando, FL 32826
BURGERFI is a burger joint everyone is guaranteed to enjoy because they have a burger for every taste. What’s the secret behind their amazing burgers? BURGERFI Sauce. This sauce, along with their burgers, uses fresh ingredients to create gourmet burgers. Dogs are allowed on the outside patio.
Lazy Moon
11551 University Blvd., Orlando, FL 32817
No other restaurant is more synonymous with the name UCF than Lazy Moon. It is not only a place you can go to get reasonably priced pizza — the pizza is HUGE. Once my boyfriend and I got a pie and had leftovers for almost two days. Offering all the regular pizza options, Lazy Moon also has their “Boxcar Willy” deal, which is a slice of cheese pizza and a can of PBR for less than $5! Dogs are allowed outside, and the staff brings out a water bowl for your furry friend.
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Mills 50 & Ivanhoe Village
Take a stroll down Orlando’s indie side. Its offbeat, authentic, crave-able, bikeable side—the culturally casual side that weaves together art museums and retro retailers. Mills 50 and Ivanhoe Village are full of dog friendly restaurants. Lucky visitors enjoy the happiest of hours overlooking neon sunsets that tease the distant rush hour traffic. Lines are happily blurred between antique shopping and wine garden tastings.
Plantees Burgers
1030 N Mills Ave., Orlando, FL 32803
This burger spot is a 100% plant-based concept offering burgers, fries, and shakes. Plantees has partnered with Impossible Meats to supply on-demand burger patties. They have a large outdoor space. It is one of the most dog friendly restaurants in Orlando!
The Hammered Lamb
1235 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804
Located across from beautiful Lake Ivanhoe, The Hammered Lamb is a friendly neighborhood pub nestled in the up-and-coming Ivanhoe Village Main Street District. Plenty of outdoor seating and a full outside bar mean you can enjoy brunch in the fresh air with your dog by your side.
Pig Floyd's
1326 N. Mills Ave., Orlando, FL 32803
Pig Floyd's is a quick-serve barbecue joint but there's a little more to it. In the open kitchen, cooks infuse the sandwich and taco heavy fare with all sorts of flavor surprises stemming from places like India, China, and Mexico. Dogs are allowed on the recently enlarged covered patio.
The Hall on The Yard
1412 Alden Rd., Orlando, FL 32803
The Hall on the Yard is a collection of 9 diverse culinary offerings, 5 curated event spaces, and 3 premium cocktail bars, showcased in 1 eclectic building. The Hall offers plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, so you can bring along your favorite pooch.
Gnarley Barley
1407 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804
Having just relocated to Ivanhoe Village, Gnarley Barley is a compact, no-frills sandwich shop with a sizable selection of craft brews and frequent specials. Grab a spot on their outdoor patio overlooking Lake Ivanhoe to enjoy a great sunset view of downtown Orlando with your dog.
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- The Lucky Lure — Dog friendly patio at this open oar bar in Ivanhoe Village
- Hawkers Asian Street Fare — Dog friendly patio in Mills 50
Even More Bow WOW Spots
Scattered around town, here are more notable dog friendly restaurants in Orlando around town with patio option.
- Maxine's On Shine in Colonialtown
- 903 Mills Market in Delaney Park
- Island Wing in Hunter's Creek
- Rock & Brews on Semoran
- RockPit Brewing in SoDo
- Teak — two locations (Orlando & Maitland)
- Vanbarry's Public House located in South Orlando
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