Dog Friendly Waterfront Restaurants in Ohio

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great waterfront restaurants in Ohio that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Lindey's Lake House

Cleveland, OH

Lindey's Lake House Lindey's Lake House in Cleveland, OH is a casual, dog-friendly, farm-to-table restaurant where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the large patio along the river. Their menu features small plates, thin-crust pizzas and wood-grilled specialties from local vendors. See Details

Dockside Cafe

Sandusky, OH

Dockside Cafe Both you and Fido will enjoy the beautiful waterfront views and delicious food from dog-friendly eatery Dockside Cafe, located in Sandusky, OH. Order food from the walk up window and take a seat at an outdoor table. Sample the famous fish tacos or a juicy burger while taking in the views at sunset or sipping your favorite beer at happy hour. See Details

Dockers Waterfront Bar and Restaurant

Kelleys Island, OH

Dockers Waterfront Bar and Restaurant Enjoy views of Lake Erie on the dog-friendly patio at Dockers Waterfront Bar and Restaurant in Kelleys Island, OH. They specialize in coastal cuisine such as lobster rolls and shrimp tacos, but they also offer mainland dishes like meatloaf or short ribs. See Details

Humble Wine Bar

Lakewood, OH

Humble Wine Bar Branding itself as a simple, approachable wine bar, Humble Wine Bar is a dog-friendly spot to find an extensive wine list, craft beers, culinary cocktails, and bites to eat in Lakewood. The Wine Bar offers nine outdoor tables--three of which are picnic tables, six are two-tops--to dog owners wanting to swirl, sniff, and sip alongside their furry friend. Humble's food menu includes salads, antipasti, charcuterie and cheese boards, Neapolitan-Style Pizza, and small plates such as Housemade Meatballs, Oysters on the Half Shell, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, and Pepper Crusted Rare Tuna Puttanesca. Those with a sweet tooth can indulge in A'Venue Fine Pastries, Creme Brulee, a Tiramisu Parfait or Gelato. Humble Wine Bar is open Monday through Thursday from 4pm to 10pm and Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 11pm. See Details

Bay Harbor

Sandusky, OH

Bay Harbor Located at the Cedar Point Marina, Bay Harbor is a dog-friendly restaurant serving casually elegant meals to Sandusky locals and tourists alike. Visitors to Bay Harbor can sit at one of its twelve outdoor tables to enjoy a plate of escargot and a glass of wine alongside their canine. The restaurant's menu includes appetizers, salads, soups, pasta, seafood, chicken, steak, and more. Classic cocktails, red and white wines by the glass, beer, ports, cognac, cordials, and martinis are available to top off your meal. Regulars rave about the waterfront views. Bay Harbor is open daily from 5pm to 9pm. See Details

Front Street Cafe

New Richmond, OH

Front Street Cafe Front Street serves paninis, wraps, and hearty dinner entrees like ribeye steak and meatloaf. There are two great outdoor areas that accommodate pets: a nice sidewalk area with a beautiful view of the Ohio River, and the outside courtyard, where they often have live music. See Details

Merwin's Wharf

Cleveland, OH

Merwin's Wharf Fido is welcome at outdoor tables at Merwin's Wharf in Cleveland, OH. This dog-friendly, seasonal eatery offers fresh, locally-sourced menu items. Enjoy sandwiches, salads, fish & chips, beer, wine and specialty cocktails. Vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options are available. See Details

Pick's at PLX

Akron, OH

Pick's at PLX Pick's at PLX, located in Akron, OH, is a casual, dog friendly eatery where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. This 16,000 square foot facility sits on the shore of the West Reservoir. Split into four different entities, they have the largest lake frontage of all Portage Lakes destinations complete with 4 bars and 2 full-scale kitchen, over 20 slips, and the largest patio of any PLX lakeside bar. See Details

The Dockside Restaurant at Seneca Lake Marina

Senecaville, OH

The Dockside Restaurant at Seneca Lake Marina Overlooking Seneca Lake in Senecaville, OH, The Dockside Restaurant is a seasonal, dog-friendly restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Dog owners wanting to dig into a Taco Salad can do so while Fido lounges in the fresh air at one of Dockside's eight outdoor tables. Dogs are only allowed to join their owners on the side deck, not on the patio. The Dockside Restaurant's menu includes breakfast items such as Brioche French Toast, Terry's Home Fries, and a Veggie Omelet. Its menu also includes appetizers, salads, entrees such as Spaghetti, Sirloin Steak, Firecracker Shrimp, Bourbon Chicken, burgers, sandwiches, flat bread pizzas, and smoked dishes such as BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza, a Stuft Spud, Brisket Sandwich, and St. Louis Ribs. See Details

West Bay Bar & Restaurant

Kelleys Island, OH

West Bay Bar & Restaurant Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table at West Bay Bar & Restaurant, a dog-friendly eatery in Kelleys Island, OH. Take in the waterfront view as you enjoy options like shrimp, salads, BBQ, flatbreads, burgers and more. They also have an extensive beer menu and a kids menu. Vegetarian options are available. See Details

The Keys

Put-in-Bay, OH

The Keys The Keys is a dog-friendly restaurant located right on the harbor of South Bass Island in Put-in-Bay, OH. Fido is welcome to join you at a table on the outdoor patio where every guest can sit and enjoy a beautiful waterfront view. The Keys offer casual table-side service for lunch and dinner with a menu featuring Caribbean and South Florida favorites which are perfect for your vacation. See Details

Rayz on the Bay

Sandusky, OH

Rayz on the Bay Rayz on the Bay is a pet-friendly waterfront restaurant on the bay of Sandusky, OH. Fido may join you on the colorful and spacious patio for lunch or dinner. Menu items include fried appetizers, Chicken Ballz, shrimp and chicken baskets, sandwiches, and burgers. See Details

Lakeside Hideout

Celina, OH

Lakeside Hideout Lakeside Hideout is a pet-friendly restaurant on the water in Celina, OH. Your leashed four-legged family member is welcome to join you at a table in their outdoor covered area, where he'll be lavished with attention and offered treats. Be sure to check out their bourbon selection during your visit. See Details

Harbor House Bar & Grill

Huron, OH

Harbor House Bar & Grill Harbor House Bar & Grill, located in Huron, OH, is a casual waterfront bar and grill that serves up a variety of delicious drinks and tasty fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Harbor House Bra & Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, and Friday through Saturday from 11am to 2am. See Details

Bay Bell Restaurant

Bay View, OH

Bay Bell Restaurant Bay Bell Restaurant is a pet-friendly eatery overlooking Lake Erie in Bay View, OH. Fido can join you outside for lunch, dinner and breakfast on the weekends. The wraparound patio is fully covered with lots of seating and panoramic water views. See Details

Tinkers Creek Road Tavern

Walton Hills, OH

Tinkers Creek Road Tavern Tinkers Creek Road Tavern in Walton Hills, Ohio, is located within Cuyahoga Valley National Park and affords an excellent view of Tinkers Creek. Reservations are not accepted for the patio, but it is dog-friendly and has several tables with umbrellas. The tavern, built in 1902, is full of history and it holds one of the oldest liquor licenses in the state of Ohio. Build a burger or indulge in prime ribeye or blackened swordfish. See Details

Upper Deck Bar & Grill

Akron, OH

Upper Deck Bar & Grill Upper Deck Bar & Grill is a pet-friendly restaurant in Akron, OH. Fido can join you at a table on the deck or spacious lawn overlooking Portage Lakes. Menu items include nachos, boneless wings, tacos, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, and seafood entrees. See Details

Collision Bend Brewing Company

Cleveland, OH

Collision Bend Brewing Company Collision Bend Brewing Company is a pet-friendly brewpub overlooking the Cuyahoga River in Cleveland, OH. Dogs are welcome outside on the waterfront deck. Along with a wide selection of house-brewed beers, wines, and specialty cocktails, they serve salads, wood-fired pizza, sandwiches, burgers, chicken, steak, and seafood entrees. See Details

Boat Yard at Buckeye Lake

Buckeye Lake, OH

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Horvath’s Harbor

Thornville, OH

Horvath’s Harbor Horvath’s Harbor is a pet-friendly restaurant in Thornville, OH, that offers limited spots to pull a boat up from Buckeye Lake. Fido is welcome to join you on their two levels of outdoor seating with fire pits when the weather is cool. Pet parents can enjoy wine, bourbon, craft beers, creative cocktails and delectable food. Live entertainment is held on select nights. See Details