The hound pound influence is strong in Northern Ireland and growing rapidly stronger with more businesses opening their doors to customers and their dogs than ever before.
Our dog dedicated site, DogsLive has sniffed out an incredible 185 dog friendly places to eat, drink, relax and socialise, not only where dogs are welcome, but where they are accommodated inside with their people.
There are dozens more where pets are allowed on the premises but must remain outdoors, albeit under cover.
If you know of more dog friendly establishments, or plan to review of any of those listed, just let us know.
Belfast
In Belfast there are plenty of dog friendly spots to choose from, and just to add a bit of fun City Sight Seeing Belfast is welcomes dogs too so you take the strain off your feet and join the city tour to discover some great open spaces.
Guilt Trip , 4 Orangefield Lane, East Belfast: Sensational coffee and donuts. Would be rude not to.
St George's Market, East Bridge St. Plenty of food and lots of dog friendly stall holders ready for a chat.
Gusberts , Belmont Road , Belfast: A warm welcome guaranteed with lots of treats.
Boden Park Coffee Company, 28 Townsend St, Ormeau Rd . Dog friendly for cool cats.
The Balmoral Hotel, Blacks Rd, Dunmurry. The real thing. Dog friendly bar and all the staff are dog nuts. They'll even host your wedding - or your dog's wedding. Resident Pug!
Murphy and Bailey, 65 Belmont Road: Access all areas of this fabulous dog boutique and coffee dock - there is good seating and dog friendly facilities and heaters in their secure yard outside.
The Sunflower Bar, 65 Union Street: Access all areas. Chilling music for the discerning music guru pooch.
Henry’s, Joy’s Entry: Refurbished in 2018 and offering hearty traditional food, live sports, whiskey tasting and music at the weekend.
Causeway Cafe, 22 Donegall Road
Established Coffee 54 Hill Street: Irish, American and Irish roast beans made into carefully put together drinks at a funky spot.
Canteen, 322 Ormeau Road
Belfast Barge, 1 Lanyon Quay: Museum, event space, super dog friendly and locally run charity.Museum is free but donations are always welcome. Dog friendly coffee shop onboard. Open Monday to Saturday 11am-5pm
Paper Cup 13 Block, 11 ARC Queens Road, Titanic Quarter
The Last Drop , 446 Antrim Road, Belfast
AC Marriott Hotel, Donegal Quay: A really warm and professional welcome with specially dog-designated rooms, complete with dog beds, bowls and treats. They say: "We are a dog friendly hotel meaning you never have to leave your four-legged friend behind"
The Jailhouse, Joy's Entry: Adjoining sister bar Henry's, offers a fantastic range of traditional food, local drinks, cocktails, light bites, breakfast and dinner all under the original beams and barred windows. The Jailhouse takes its name from the claim that it is the site where Henry Joy McCracken was held before being walked down Joy’s Entry to Cornmarket where he was hanged in 1798. (Don't tell the dogs)
JACK Coffee Bar, ground floor 402 Newtownards Road
The Marcus Ward: 1 Bankmore Square, Bar and Restaurant located @ Bankmore Sq. Cocktails, Craft beer and Wood-fired Pizza
Barnam's Cafe. World Of Ice Cream 601 Lisburn Road: Even has ice cream for dogs
The Dirty Onion, 3 Hill St: Home to one of Belfast’s biggest beer gardens and a cosy peat fire inside. Renowned for being one of the main dog-friendly spots in the Cathedral quarter, stop off for a pint and your dog can enjoy some complimentary water and fresh tasting home-made doggie treats at the Doggie Dock. Staff also host seasonal Pooch Socials.
Daft Eddie's 1 Skettrick Island: Restaurant and coffee Room on the shores of Strangford Lough serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. A chill zone with plenty of walkies nearby.
The Bear and the Doll , Little Donegal Street: Offers a great selection of drinks including a wide variety of craft beers, along with a fantastic selection of DJs and live music.
Pug Uglys, 21 Bedford St: Quirky venue is known for its tasty pub grub, live sports, music and comedy, with themed nights during the week including Taco Tuesday and Wednesday quiz nights. Dogs are welcome inside the pub and water bowls are available in the outdoor seating area.
Ben Madigan's Bar & Kitchen, 169-175 Cavehill Rd
The Bone Yard, 29 Bedford St: A quirky bar and food venue with picnic tables inside and out, including living room containers, which are available to reserve for your own party. Check out the food trucks from Pug Uglys and Tribal Burger to take away or eat at your table. Most importantly… The Bone Yard is dog friendly of course.
Lavery’s Belfast, 12-18 Bradbury Place: Roof terrace and beer garden and the new extension of the Woodworkers for food Union Street Bar: Union St
The Dock Market, 2k Queens Rd: A scent sensation surrounded by stalls selling everything from gourmet waffles to award-winning burgers, cup cakes and fresh bakes. Drooling permitted.
The Spaniard, 3 Skipper St: With a resident Springer Spaniel and a regular in the shape of a nifty Jack Russell, The Spaniard has announced it is officially dog friendly.
The Last Drop, 466 Antrim Rd
Jumon, Unit 6 McAuley House, Fountain St: Multi-cuisine that attracts a crowd so book ahead.
Divis Coffee Barn, Divis and Black Mountain, Belfast
The Bobbin Coffee Shop, May Street
Northern Lights, 451 Ormeau Rd
The Dock Cafe: Soup restaurant and coffee shop with a spiritual leaning
Cafe 1401 : At Titanic’s Pump-House, a quirky cafe specialising in locally roasted coffees and loose leaf teas, healthier taste ranging brekkies and a bangin’ Ulster fry, sandwiches, salads, homemade pork or vegetarian sausage rolls. Don’t forget your doggie bag.
The Deer's Head, 1 - 3 Lower Garfield St: Classic cocktails with modern twists in Victorian pub turned cool bar with period decor and booths.
Fish City, 33 Ann St: Rustic-chic seafood spot with nautical flair and pavement seats renowned for its fish ‘n chips.
Pablos, 22 Church Lane: Burgers & Booze with Fries & Sides.
The Harlem Cafe, 34 Bedford St
BRØN Belfast, Gilnahirk Road
Lamppost Cafe: 19 Upper Newtownards Road: Access all areas including a lovely little yard area for chilling with your pet.
East Side Visitor Centre: 402 Newtownards Road - Great spot for a stop-off while on walkies. Almond coffee, tray bakes, comfy setting and friendly staff.
Fitzwilliam Hotel, 1-3 Great Victoria St: The city's first 5* hotel accommodating dogs.
Robi n's H obby Cafe, 145 Holywood Road: Facing Strand Cinema. Everyone welcome.
Lazy Clare’s Patisserie: 227 Castlereagh Road: If you’re looking for treats, look no further.
The Bower y, 701 Lisburn Rd
Kangaroos Tie Their Own Laces, 430 Falls Road, Belfast
Coffee Nook, 255 Castlereagh Road: Very friendly and accommodating
Belvedere Cafe and Restaurant: 69 Cregagh Road
The Pocket Coffee Shop: 68 Upper Church Lane, University Road
Guilt Trip: 497 Lisburn Road
Caffè Nero: Forestside
Smokey Deli, 3 Grand Parade
Divis Coffee Barn: Divis and Black Mountain. Great craic and right in walking country.
Jeggy Nettle, 12 Stranmillis Road: The folk from Muriel's are behind this bar so of course it’s dog friendly.
Seven Coffee, 7 Glen Rd, Andersonstown
The Lock Keeper’s Inn, 2 Lock Keepers Lane: Set on the banks of the River Lagan, it's a popular stop off for dog walkers, offering a place to relax and enjoy a breakfast, lunch or light snack. The grassy outdoor area boasts plenty of picnic benches to enjoy a drink or bite to eat, and dogs are very welcome to sit out there too.
Al Gelato, 417 Ormeau Road - Treats for you and even ice cream treats for the doggies.
Caffè Nero: Lisburn Road
Caffè Nero: Ormeau Road
The Pocket Coffee Shop: 68 Upper Church Lane: A classic coffee shop menu featuring brunch fare & pasties with exposed brick and modern interiors.
Titanic Rain Check Cafe : Right beside the SSE Arena overlooking the water.
Hickson's Point, Titanic: Authentic 1900s public house setting located on the plaza outside Titanic Belfast offering traditional music, entertainment, heritage décor and locally produced food and is open seasonally, April to October.
Caffè Nero: Ballyhackamore
Output Expresso: 479 Lisburn Road
The Pap er Cup, 307 Upper Newtownards Rd
Co Antrim
Twilight Coffee and Bunkhouse, 54-56 Harbour Rd, Carnlough
The Millar's Bar, 46 Main St, Ballycarry, Carrickfergus
Atlantic Bar, 39 - 41 Main St, Portrush - lots of live music and good craic
The New York Inn , 2 Station Rd, Portstewart
Molly Brown's Tea Room, 52 The Promendade, Portstewart
Grandma Johnston 10 Causeway St, Portrush for home baked scones, cakes and tray bakes and light lunches.
Cafe Country, 38-44 Main St, Ballymoney : Reputation for dog friendly atmosphere. Access all areas. Ears rubs offered at no additional cost.
Red Brick Coffee Shop Raceview Mill, 29 Raceview Rd, Broughshane: Access all areas. Really good welcome here.
Costa Coffee, Marine Hotel: 1-3 North St, Ballycastle : Access all areas. A great spot to catch up on people watching over a pupaccino.
Creative Gardens Logwood, 8 Logwood Rd, Ballyclare
NACS Not Another Coffee Shop, 11 West St, Carrickfergus : newly opened and trialling dog friendly
Indigo Cafe, 5 Eglinton St, Portrush: A super-welcome guaranteed for dogs and their people (but especially dogs). At Indigo, they have pancakes and then they have doggie pancakes...
Bob Stewart’s, 149 Ballyskeagh Rd, Lisburn
Marine Court Hotel, 1-3 North St, Ballycastle: Dogs allowed in selected bedrooms and lobby area for food service. A relaxing retreat for the fuss free pets. Currently building more dog friendly guest rooms.
Inn on the Coast, 50 Ballyreagh Rd, Portrush: Dogs allowed in selected ground floor bedrooms, seating area in main reception for food and drinks service. Owners asked to bring their pets’ beds and bowls. £10 charge per pet per room. Dogs get a Good Behaviour Certificate and treat on check out. Food is in the evenings but call ahead to see if lunch is served. Serious doggie delight.
McLarnons Ramble Inn, 236 Lisnevenagh Rd, Antrim: Classic pub grub, including breakfast in a 16th century inn with exposed beams and minstrels' gallery.
The Fullerton Arms: 22 Main St, Ballintoy, Ballycastle: Dogs allowed in bar for food and drinks service and in two dedicated garden rooms. £10 charge additional flat rate for dog friendly room. Bar staff are huge dog fans and pooches birthday parties are catered for.
Go wdy’s a t D own Royal: Dogs allowed in the pub/restaurant in The Library area and outside in the beer garden. Where the country set meets the horsey set, doggie heaven.
Tilly’s, Pets at the Port: 12-16 Causeway St, Portrush: Not only will dog owners feel the love at Tilly’s, it’s basically doggie heaven and classes itself as a premier dog friendly spot. They even host Cockapoo meet ups at £20 per person. Hot drink and scone, cockapoo walk, back to Tilly’s for brunch and a coffee.
Port Nosh: 4 Eglantine Lane, Portrush
Cafe Koko : 10 Castle Erin Road, Portrush : Beach combing and coffee can combine thanks to a perfect setting.
Bank House Cafe: 12 Edward Road, Whitehead
Third Day Coffee, 29 Church St, Antrim
Caffè Nero : Lisburn
Ellie Mays, 252 Belfast Rd, Dunadry: Bar with food service. Access all areas downstairs in bar for food and drinks service. Happy hounds with have a tail-wagging time in Ellie May’s.
Cosy at the Fairhill Bar, 18 Thomas St, Ballymena
Barista Coffee House at Loughshore Park, Jordanstown: They love their canine customers and their weather proof porch area is officially. free cuddles and free doggie treats.
The Bureau Bar, 637 Shore Rd, Jordanstown: Dog lover Colin Brown and his team took over the Bureau in July 2015 and immediately started their dog friendly beer garden. It’s proving extremely popular with walkers who love to stop off for a tipple - dog bowls provided of course.
The Crown and Shamrock, Antrim Road, Newtownabbey
Co Armagh
Scruffy Spuds, 6 Windsor Ave, Lurgan: Healthy, hot food ready to go in record time with a dog friendly area and menu.
JD Tipler, 58 Killycomain Rd, Portadown : Clean, dry and well behaved dogs welcome on a lead on the ground floor and beer garden. If coming with a dog please mention when booking a table. Friday, Saturday and Sundays are very busy and may may not be an ideal environment for dogs.
Caffè Nero, Armagh
Viva Bar Venue, 7 Lower English St, Armagh
Sally McNally's At The Corner, 91 Markethill Rd, Portadown : Traditional pub and restaurant just serving heart-warming traditional pub grub with generous portion control!
Co Derry
Nine Hostages Coffee, 2 Waterloo Pl: Speciality coffee and great food.
Bryson’s, 28 Union Rd, Magherafelt
Da Vinci's Hotel, 15 Culmore Rd, Derry
The Brown Trout Golf and Country Inn: 209 Agivey Rd, Aghadowey, Coleraine - Dogs allowed on all tiled areas including bar and lobby for food and drinks service and all bedrooms are dogfriendly. Charge for one dog is £20, charge for two dogs is £30 for duration of stay. Number of dogs negotiable at booking. Excellent for the country set. Tweeds acceptable.
Barn Cafe : Springhill, Moneymore
Hilton Hotel: Derry - Dogs and cats are accommodated and assistance dogs are exempt the £20 charge per night. Pets must not be left unattended in the dedicated rooms. A sensible approach for well behaved hounds.
Warehouse No1 Cafe, 1-3 Guildhall St : Derry
Caffè Nero : Coleraine
Cafe Piazza: Limavady
Berthas: 6 Sea Rd, Castlerock, Coleraine. Great craic and great food.
The Point: Point Rd, Magilligan, Limavady
The Rock Bar & Grill: 6 Sea Rd, Castlerock
Co Down
The Turnip Ho use Knitwear Tea Room, 64 Dromara Rd, Ballyward, Castlewellan: Open every Saturday and Sunday in February, 11.30am to 5pm and Freddie is ready to say hello.
Jenny Watts, 41 High St, Bangor: As Bangor's oldest public house, the jenny's crew says they're responsible for reinventing the art of conversation in a warm and entertaining environment - of course chatting with dogs always helps.
The Blue Cedar Cafe and Garden Centre, 9-15 High St, Ballynahinch
Loaf Pottery and Coffee Shop, 24 Main St, Crawfordsburn: G ood people, good food and fine things.. a real treasure and if you like a wood fired pizza, well this is a cracker!
The Lobster Pot, 7 - 11 The Square, Strangford: Cosy, friendly, family run Restaurant in picturesque Strangford. The say they cater for all, fish lovers, meat movers, vegetarians and best of all, course dog lovers.
Wild Thing, 4a High St, Donaghadee: excellent coffee, cracking sweet and savoury treats and plenty of craic amid the coolest surroundings. You WILL buy a plant.
Caledonia Coffee & Bakes, 32 regent St, Newtownards : recently opened offering coffee, bakes, sandwiches and vibes.
Base Coffee Company , Central Promenade, Newcastle
Minerstown Tavern: 68 Minerstown Rd near Downpatrick - Dogs expected to fit in without fuss and watch the racing. All racing tips must be shared.
No 14 The Georgian House, 14 The Square, Comber: A class act inside and out, all covered and very comfortable
Salty Dog Hotel and Bistro, 10-12 Seacliff Rd, Bangor: Dog friendly bar and hotel overlooking Bangor Bay with good separation from non-dog loving customers. Always doggie treats, a bowl of water and a good ear scratch available from staff. Great for beach combers after a dry off. Dedicated rooms for dog owners.
Hop House: 44 High St, Bangor
The Hillside: 21 Main St, Hillsborough: Dog friendly area downstairs. A great spot for a rest following a walk around the nearby forest. Blazing fire to lie in front of in the winter.
Crawford's Bar, Rostrevor Inn, 33 - 35 Bridge Street, Rostrevor.
Mezi Caproni, Queen's Parade, Bangor: Dairy ice cream, milkshakes and freshly ground coffee and a little spot to rest your legs.
The North Down House, 103 Mill St, Comber
The Wildfowler Inn, 1 Main St, Greyabbey: All stone floor with good area for dogs at the rear and friendly staff.
Teddy’s, 1 Castle St, Bangor: A lovely welcome awaits especially for waggy tails
Hugh McCann’s, 119 - 121 Central Promenade, Newcastle - Offers a renowned friendly welcome awaits for pooches and their people. After a brisk walk along the promenade, stop off at Hugh McCann’s for a tasty bite to eat and relax with your pooch in the Hogg Snog.
Carrick Cottage Cafe : 204 Head Rd, Annalong. On a beautiful Mournes walking trail offering fine coffee, tea, freshly baked scones, tray bakes and cakes along with breakfast and homemade soup. The café is open at weekends throughout the year and most weekdays from Easter to September . Check online before you trek over.
Harbour & Co, 31 The Parade, Donaghadee - Ground floor bar and restaurant are a great spot for people and pooches. Great food and happy staff.
Lighthouse Bar and Grill, 27 The Parade, Donaghadee: These guys LOVE dogs and are well prepared for yours. Treat galore and lots of cuddles.
Pier 36: 36 The Parade, Donaghadee : Very friendly welcome in this bar/ restaurant situated right on the quayside of one of the most picturesque harbours on the coast. Dogs allowed in front bar and outside, covered area.
The Copeland Distillery, 43 Manor St, Donaghadee: Coffee and killer donuts with a view into the world of gin and rum distilling.
Eden Pottery/Café: 218 Abbey Rd, Millisle : Very dog friendly, this is an access all areas café with a beautiful pottery. The bottom shelves have been cleared so tails can wag freely. The bottom shelves have been cleared for wagging tails at Eden Pottery.
Anchorage Bistro: 2 Sullivan Place, Holywood : Top nosh and a great spot for calm pooches in the bar area of the restaurant where the full food menu is available. Access to beer garden too. They say: “Absolutely no refusal to people with well behaved dogs.”
Sage cafe, 12 Seaview , Warrenpoint. A veggie/vegan restaurant with a chilled vibe and incredible food and an even better welcome. Holistic therapies by appointment too!
Stokers Halt, 27 Hibernia St, Holywood
McCooey’s Coffee Shop, 22 Monaghan St, Newry
Leafy Greens & Co, 8 Mary St, Warrenpoint - Plant based food, home made and fabulous with a resident rescue dog. Small but perfectly formed.
Esplanade Bar and Restaurant: 12 Ballyholme Esplanade: boasts a beautiful bespoke interior for posh pooches in the back bar. The front terrace is also open to pets with stunning views of the lough.
Trait Coffee, 33 Castle St, Comber
The Cafe: Hoops Courtyard, 7 - 9 Main St, Greyabbey
Church Lane Coffee, 32 Church St, Warrenpoint: Fully pet friendly for well behaved dogs at front of cafe. Open 8am -10pm. And 20p off takeaway hot drinks when you use a Frank Green reusable cup.
The Parsons Nose, 48 Lisburn St, Hillsborough: An early pooch pioneer with Peggy the resident Pug. The Parson's Nose allows dogs inside the bar area offers drinking bowls and treats and also in their beautiful our garden.
Pretty Mary’s pub, Moira. A warm welcome from the staff guaranteed and dogs are allowed in the front bar.
Del Pieros, 1 Francis Street, Newtownards
Petal Power, 64 High St, Newtownards - If you are looking for a florist and a cafe that serves fabulous soup and is pet friendly, look no further. Resident Great Dane.
Caffè Nero: Newtownards
FINE , 70 Main Street , Moira : Lovely stop off, all food made to order, so sit back and relax.
Caffè Nero: Newcastle
Caffè Nero: Bangor
Castle Ward: Strangford. The Trailhead Cafe : The perfect spot for grabbing a cuppa after exploring the estate.
The Fina Coffee Company, 70 Main St, Moira: Dogs downstairs.
Camphill Cafe, 8 Shore Rd, Holywood: Vegetarian and vegan restaurant and coffee shop. Relaxed and friendly
Hinge and Bracket, Main St, Ballywalter: Great welcome, cement floor and lots of gifts and garden furniture to ponder. You can grab a takeaway coffee from Firebox cafe and restaurant next door - outside seating for dogs.
Co Tyrone
Grays Tea Room, 49 Main St, Strabane: A wonderful old fashioned tea rooms that offer home-cooked food, a nice cup of tea and a wee bit of banter.
The White Pheasant, 3A Burn Rd, Cookstown: This small restaurant allows dogs during quieter periods of the day. Call ahead if you are planning to visit. Small but perfectly formed like the dogs they welcome.
Co Fermanagh
Black Cat Cove,28 Main St, Belleek, Enniskillen: Bar with food service. Access all areas. Dogs who like traditional music will love the Black Cat Cove.
Lusty Beg, Kesh, is truly dog friendly. Dogs are welcome in rooms and lodges and can eat with you in a special dog friendly area of the bar/restaurant And they get Murphy’s Barkery Treats
Carrybridge Lakeside Lodge Hotel, 33 Inishmore Rd, Lisbellaw, Enniskillen: Dogs allowed in bedrooms and the bar with owners area for food service. One dog per visitor but negotiable. Well behaved dogs welcomed again and again.
Fermanagh Voluntary Association of the Disabled, 64 Mill St, Enniskillen
Belle Isle Bistro, Belle Isle Estate and Private Island, Lisbellaw, Enniskillen
The Moorings Bar, 156 Derrylin Rd, Bellanaleck, Enniskillen
Dog friendly but no food served
- Village Inn: Waringstown
- Jeggy Nettle: Stranmillis, Belfast - you can bring own food
- Burnside Tavern: Doagh, Ballyclare
Dogs welcome in outdoor covered area
- 55 Degrees North: Portrush - Café/Restaurant. Great for a chill out to watch the waves crashing under the covered outside area at the bottom of the building. Water bowls and a friendly welcome can be expected.
- Barista Coffee : Loughshore, Whiteabbey
- Ownies: Carrickfergus - Dogs allowed Sunday to Thursday
- Me & Mrs Jones, Portstewart: The first level of our beer garden where dogs aren’t only welcomed, they’re encouraged
- Bureau: Whiteabbey
- SoZo: Whiteabbey
- Cheeky Cherub: Glengormley1-3 Arthur Square, Belfast
If you are a dog friendly business and have not appeared on our list, please let us know so we can add you in. Email jilly.beattie@reachplc.com
