5 dog-friendly restaurants in Orlando

Not only do these Orlando area spots welcome dogs, they have menus dedicated to your four-legged friends.

A woman sits at an outdoor restaurant table, smiling down at a dog beside her who is looking up at her food. She is wearing a cozy beige sweater and holding a bite of food in one hand. The table is set with plates of food, drinks, and a menu, surrounded by greenery and glass partitions.

A meal at The Wilson isn’t complete without your pup.

Photo via @gsp_hans

If there’s one thing better than going out in Orlando, it’s taking your four-legged friend along with you. According to WalletHub, the City Beautiful ranks as the No. 7 most pet-friendly city in the US.

Orlando did even better when we look at more specific metrics, and the city was the top dog when it comes to the number of dog-friendly restaurants, so we fetched a list of five local spots that have menus dedicated to dogs.

The Hangry Bison

This restaurant has locations in Winter Park, Winter Garden, and Lake Mary and is known to feed humans creative burgers + drinks. Dogs will enjoy the restaurant for its inclusive patio and canine menu with items like bacon, chicken, and whipped cream.

Relax Grill

Pups will love heading to this restaurant for its dog-friendly menu with burgers, hot dogs, and peanut butter. Their owners will love the restaurant’s views of Lake Eola and selection of Mediterranean + American dishes.

Rock & Brews

Your dog will quickly become a groupie for this restaurant that has an outdoor patio and dog menu featuring chicken, burgers, and bacon. Humans will also become fans as they enjoy the rock ‘n’ roll-themed dishes and drinks.

The Wilson

Head to Melia Hotel and grab a meal in the dog-friendly Backyard space. The canine menu has a dedicated burger, a “Pupsicle,” and homemade dog treats. Meanwhile, humans can find a variety of menus, including brunch + happy hour options.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Take a ride to this Kissimmee spot to find a menu filled with comfort food and fun drinks. Dogs will take comfort in knowing they’re welcome on the large patio and they can order bowls with meat, veggies + rice.

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