There’s so much going on downtown and on the beaches with season right around the corner. Cooler temps bring the humans and their fur kids out of the AC and into the amazing array of events and places that are canine-friendly. In addition to these fur-friendly spots, check out The Dog Bar, Moon Under Water and the patios at local coffeehouses and breweries for their pet policy. Grab your leash and let’s GO!
Cassis American Brasserie: Dogs love dining al fresco at this lovely St. Petersburg Beach Drive gem. With café seating and comfy lounge areas outside, there is plenty of space to bring the fur babies with you. There’s even a dedicated doggie menu with the likes of Pooched Eggs and locally made dog delicacies. cassisstpete.com
The Chattaway: This iconic 90- year old landmark in South St. Pete is renowned for its lush garden and awesomely juicy burgers. All dogs are welcome to sip water, share some shade and commingle with other canines. thechattaway.com
Crab Daddy’s Waterfront Bar & Seafood House: Dogs are welcome at several outdoor tables at this waterfront St. Pete Beach favorite. Local menu features grouper nuggets, mini crab cakes, smoked fish spread with crackers, and more. Please call ahead to reserve a table if Rover is joining you. crabdaddysrestaurant.com
Fresco’s Waterfront Bistro: Arrive by land or sea and enjoy waterfront dining in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg. The outdoor deck welcomes doggie dining and cooks up its own menu items just for your fur kids. Water dishes available to all tail-waggers. frescoswaterfront.com
Sea Critters Café: Enjoy island-styled dining and drinks inside. Or bring Fido to meet Flipper on the back deck. You can even come by boat and tie up at the Barracuda Bar for a legendary sunset. seacritterscafe.com
Sea Dog Brewing Company: One of the newest microbrew hangouts in Treasure Island, Sea Dog sits (and stays) along the Intracoastal of the Gulf of Mexico. Island-inspired fresh food offerings and the back deck is open for fur kids to enjoy shade and ice cold water. seadogbrewing.com
Nikko’s Dog Barrrrr: Enjoy beer, wine and sake at this little puppy paradise on the Intracoastal. The walls are full of pup art and there’s even an outside play area if Fido is feeling frisky. 9524 Blind Pass Rd., St Pete Beach. www.Nikkosdogbarrrrr.com
Red Mesa Mercado: A sister spot to St. Pete’s famed Mexican meccas, Red Mesa and Red Mesa Cantina, Mercado offers a large covered dining patio where pups are always welcome. Tables are marked for dog-friendly seating. Grab a burrito with your furrito! redmesamercado.com
Sweet Sage Café & Boutique: Sweet Sage offers a quaint combination of cafe, gift shop and boutique with a shady outdoor dog-friendly garden. Offering canine delicacies such as French Poodle Toast and Mutt Loaf, this colorful cafe even holds weekly Yappy Hours. sweetsagecafe.com
Three Birds Tavern: Located in a century old farm house with wrap around porch and two large patios under sprawling oak trees, this is a perfect place to bring your happy hound. Plenty of space for your pooch to be relaxed and refreshed while you enjoy an amazing modern culinary twist to some of your favorites. threebirdstavern.com