Wet Dog Tavern
2100 Vermont Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20001
Website4 Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Washington, DC (2026)
Looking for somewhere to eat or drink with your dog in Washington? Here are 4 dog-friendly places in Washington, District of Columbia: 3 bars and 1 pub. 3 places have outdoor seating.
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Lost and Found
1240 9th Street Northwest, Washington, DC
Websitemetrobar
640 Rhode Island Avenue Northeast, Washington, DC 20002
WebsiteThe Brig
1007 8th Street Southeast, Washington, DC 20003
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Dog-friendly dining in Washington: FAQ
Which restaurants in Washington, DC allow dogs?
VeraTails lists 4 dog-friendly places in Washington, including Wet Dog Tavern, Lost and Found and metrobar. 4 of them welcome dogs beyond the patio.
Can I bring my dog inside a restaurant in Washington?
It depends on the venue and on local health rules. At places that prepare food, dogs other than service animals are usually limited to outdoor patios, while bars, breweries and cafés more often welcome dogs inside. Of the places listed here, 4 don't limit dogs to the patio — but policies change, so it's worth calling ahead.
Do dog-friendly places in Washington have outdoor seating?
3 of the listed places are mapped with outdoor seating, which is usually the most comfortable spot for a dog. Others may have it too — it just hasn't been recorded yet.
What kinds of places in Washington are dog friendly?
In Washington you'll find 3 bars and 1 pub that welcome dogs.
How up to date is this list?
Listings come from OpenStreetMap, the free map anyone can edit, and are refreshed regularly (last updated October 29, 2026). If a place has changed its dog policy, you can correct it on OpenStreetMap and it will update here.
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