Want to get dinner with your dog in Louisville, KY? Never fear, Rover is here.
We love sharing a meal out with our dog, so we reached out to Louisville restaurants to ask them if they welcome furry visitors. Below are the top dog-friendly establishments, many of which even have special events for pups! Scroll through to find a spot to grab some grub on your next day out on the town with your pet.
12 Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Louisville, KY
- The Eagle
- Harvest Restaurant
- Grind Burger Kitchen
- Double Dogs
- The Hub
- Joy Luck
- Saints Pizza
- Garage Bar
- Portage House
- Village Anchor
- Couvillion
- 21st Amendment Tavern
1. The Eagle
Highlands- Tyler Park
1314 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, KY 40204
- Ample outdoor patio that’s great for groups
- Make sure to snag a reservation during peak hours, as it can get busy
- People rave about the fried chicken and mac and cheese
2. Harvest Restaurant
NuLu
624 E Market St
Louisville, KY 40202
- James Beard Award semi-finalist
- Elevated Southern comfort food in an inviting environment
- Sustainable “farm-to-fork” approach, with 80% of produce coming from local farms
- Outdoor area is dog-friendly
3. Grind Burger Kitchen
Schnitzelburg
481 S Shelby St
Louisville, KY 40217
- Known for their house-ground, hand-trimmed, grass-fed burgers
- Dogs are welcome in their outdoor area
- Love bourbon? They carry over 60 kinds!
- Featured on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
4. Double Dogs
13307 Shelbyville Rd
Middletown, KY 40243
- Dog-centric bar and restaurant with the slogan “Sit. Stay. Eat.”
- Regularly celebrates dogs on their Instagram page and donates to dog-related charities
- Water bowls await furry guests on their dog-friendly patio
5. The Hub
2235 Frankfort Ave
Louisville, KY 40206
- Gastropub with excellent craft cocktails
- Outdoor patio is dog-friendly
- Good for happy hour
- Don’t miss their fabulous drag brunch
6. Joy Luck
1285 Bardstown Rd
Louisville, KY 40204
- Pan-Asian comfort food and delicious craft cocktails
- Dogs are welcome on the patio
- Great deals during happy hour, which lasts all night on Wednesdays
7. Saint’s Pizza
131 Breckenridge Ln
St Matthews, KY 40207
- Sizeable dog-friendly patio
- Casual sports bar-restaurant with pizza, sandwiches, and 50+ beers
- Get there early if a big game is on, as the restaurant can get packed
8. Garage Bar
NuLu
700 E Market St
Louisville, KY 40202
- True to its roots, this restaurant still resembles the auto garage it used to be
- Dogs are more than welcome to hang out in the outdoor area
- Farm-to-table fare with an emphasis on fresh, local ingredients
9. Portage House
117 E Riverside Dr
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
- Stunning views of the Ohio River and Louisville proper
- Spacious patio that’s perfect for pups
- Upscale Southern comfort food and delightful cocktails
10. Village Anchor
11507 Park Rd
Louisville, KY 40223
- Comfort food with a twist
- Dogs are welcome on the patio, and the staff is always happy to see them
- Hosts occasional pup-centric events, like the Bark & Brunch
- People love the friendly and caring service
- Check their Instagram for specials like half-price bottles of wine on Wednesdays
11. Couvillion
Schnitzelburg
1318 Mc Henry St
Louisville, KY 40217
- Named after the famous catfish stew, Couvillion serves up cajun fare including gumbo and po-boys
- Excellent happy hour deals (classic cocktails for six bucks and Miller Lite draft for two!)
- Open for dinner Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, and brunch and dinner on weekends
- Large outdoor area is dog-friendly
12. 21st Amendment Tavern
Schnitzelburg
481 S Shelby St
Louisville, KY 40217
- Louisville’s oldest and longest continuously operating tavern (they’ve been going strong since 1887!)
- They host dog-friendly events to raise money for dog-centric charities
- There’s a walk-up service window in their outdoor area so you never have to leave your pup’s side
- Open until 4am on weekends if you want to keep the party going with your pet
We hope you and your dog find just the right spot to eat while you’re in Louisville. But, if you’d rather dine out without your pet, Rover is here to help you find a dog sitter.