Want to Dine With Your Pooch? Thanks to Boston’s New Policy, You Can
Want to dine with your pooch? Now, you can thanks to a new policy and Boston area dog friendly restaurants. Mayor Michelle Wu announced yesterday that a new policy from…
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Want to dine with your pooch? Now, you can thanks to a new policy and Boston area dog friendly restaurants. Mayor Michelle Wu announced yesterday that a new policy from Boston's Inspectional Services Department's Health Division will allow Boston area restaurants to create spaces where humans and their dogs can be together. Apparently there has been a lot of feedback given from Boston residents that they'd like to be able to bring their dogs to certain establishments. According to Mayor Wu: “Residents and small business owners have been eager for four-legged family members to be able to enjoy our outdoor spaces too, so we’re happy to make this regulatory change allowing dogs on outdoor patios and beer gardens.”
Boston restaurants and beer gardens that have outdoor space can now apply for dog friendly spaces and if approved, can be good to go as early as June 1. To view the application and to apply, CLICK HERE.
There are a few stipulations into this new policy which are understandable. First, the establishment can NOT have any food preparation in the outside area where the dogs are allowed. The dog must be well behaved and the owner is fully responsible for the actions of their dogs. Finally, the dogs MUST be on a leash.
Are you someone who'd love to dine with your dog? If so, there are already several places in and around Boston you can. This weekend specifically is supposed to be very nice, sunny and 70 degrees. This would be the perfect opportunity for you to take your dog out for a nice walk. Just make sure your dog is well behaved and you have them on a leash or you could be subject to a fine. In the meantime, here are some places you can enjoy a nice meal or a beer with your dog this weekend and beyond. Enjoy with your best friend!
13 of the Most Woof-tastic Dog-Friendly Restaurants Around Massachusetts
Our dogs are part of our family! And they always get a little bummed out as they watch us heading out the door for dinner on the town. I'm no Cesar Milan but I'm pretty sure if they could talk they'd say "HEY! TAKE ME!!"
Well lucky for them (and you) there are many restaurants around Massachusetts that are quite dog-friendly. I rummaged through a bunch of reviews and am prepared to present to you 13 of the Best Massachusetts Dog Friendly Restaurants. I tried to spread the love around a little so hopefully you'll find at least one on this list that's convenient enough for you and Fido to hit up together. Also, does anyone name their dogs "Fido" anymore? Let's bring that back. "Spot" too.
And quickly, before we get to the dog-friendly eateries, I'd like to give a shout-out to MY dog's new favorite Youtuber. Yes, my dog watches Youtube. How 2023-bizarre, huh? Anyway, click this link and show one of the videos to your dog. I'd love to hear if they like it nearly as much as Buoy does.
Thanks to our friends at BringFido. They were a great resource for this list so shout out! Ok... on to the canine culinary countdown!
ACTON
RAPSCALLION TABLE + TAP
What we hear: Great dog-friendly staff who hand out treats and water!
BROOKLINE
THE ABBEY
What we hear: They top off doggo's bowl of water every time they come around to fill the humans' water. Nice.
DENNIS
SESUIT HARBOR CAFE
What we hear: Great views of the harbor with boats coming in and out. And delish seafood!
LONGMEADOW
CENTER SQUARE GRILL
What we hear: Great patio for dogs!
LOWELL
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE
What we hear: Great to hear a national chain doing something a little different locally and welcoming dogs with open arms!
MARLBOROUGH
CHILL KITCHEN + BAR
What we hear: VERY dog and human-friendly spot!
PLYMOUTH
RIO BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE
What we hear: The dogs even sometimes get samples... if their human friends are ok with that of course.
PROVINCETOWN
TIN PAN ALLEY
What we hear: Eat inside or out with your puppers.
QUINCY
THE POUR YARD
What we hear: For your dog's 1st visit they get a free bandana!
ROCKPORT
TOP DOG
What we hear: I'm told they have the best fried clam strips around with picnic tables for dog fams around back.
SOMERVILLE
FIVE HORSES TAVERN
What we hear: Spacious patio with plenty of room for the doggos.
WALPOLE
THE RAVENS NEST PUB & RESTAURANT
What we hear: Many patrons have reported their dogs "getting spoiled rotten" by staff... in a very good way!
WORCESTER
ZORBA'S TAVERNA
What we hear: Staff loves to make a fuss about your fur babies.
FIND A WHOOOOOLLLLEEE LOT MORE DOG-FRIENDLY RESTAURANTS AROUND MASS.....
..... RIGHT HERE!!! Enjoy!
