Dog-Friendly Spots in the Triad + Dog Services

Christy Bellis

October 6, 2021

Attention Winston-Salem dog lovers! Winston-Salem is a great city for dog owners, with plenty of dog-friendly spots to choose from. Here’s our roundup of the best dog-friendly spots—including restaurants and breweries—in Winston-Salem, so you can spend more quality time with your four-legged friend.

Bonus: We also included some of the best dog service providers in Winston-Salem.

Updated July 2025

Tucker’s Tap Yard

Dog Park Brewery
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

Tucker’s Tap Yard is a brewery + dog park downtown. Bring your dog or just yourself to enjoy drinks and pup-watching. Purchase a day, month, or year pass for your dog(s). Be prepared to show your dog’s vaccination records. Their bar sells beer on tap, wine, cocktails, and bottled cans of beer and seltzer.

Dogwood Hops and Crops

Bar
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

A perfect place for friends who love both beer and cocktails. The atmosphere is wonderful, and you’re sure to run into another furry friend while you are there.

Bar Nola

Bar
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

No need to leave your pup at home. This New Orleans-themed bar is here to save the day and let you enjoy a night out with your pup!

Quiet Pint

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

Quiet Pint’s enclosed patio is 100% dog-friendly, so you don’t have to leave your pup at home when you’re looking for a restaurant to enjoy with friends and family.

6th & Vine

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

6th & Vine’s spacious patio is dog-friendly, so you can relax and have a meal in the sunshine with your furry friend. The atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming, making it an ideal spot to catch up with friends. Enjoy half-off wine bottles on Sundays!

West Salem Public House

Coffee Shop/Pub
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

West Salem Public House not only has some of the most delicious coffee in Winston-Salem, but they are also very dog-friendly. They have a wonderful backyard that is the perfect place for you and your pooch to enjoy a cup of coffee together.

Old Fourth Filling Station

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Sidewalk

Old Fourth Filling Station is the perfect spot in West End to grab a meal with your pup. It offers delicious food, drinks, and a truly special atmosphere. The outside sidewalk features plenty of shade so that both humans and canines can stay cool in the hot summer months.

Finnigan’s Wake

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

This popular downtown restaurant provides a welcoming environment for pet owners and their furry friends. Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or an evening of drinks and conversation, Finnigan’s Wake has something to offer everyone. Enjoy daily drink specials like ½ off Tito’s drink on Tuesdays!

Single Brothers

Bar
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

This local favorite neighborhood bar provides a cozy outdoor covered patio for you and your dog. Grab a drink at Single Brothers before hopping over to Finnigan’s Wake right across the street for dinner.

ROAR

Restaurant/Bar/Entertainment Center
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

ROAR is the perfect place to bring your pup and have some fun! All three floors are dog-friendly, so you both can enjoy the arcade, live music, boutique bowling, and more.

Cin Cin

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

There is plenty of room for you and your dog on Cin Cin’s enclosed patio. They even have TVs on their patio so you can watch your favorite sports team while enjoying a delicious burger.

Buie’s Market

Coffee Shop/Grocery Store/Bar
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

Buie’s Market is a fabulous little grocery store complete with a coffee/espresso bar and draft beer in the heart of Buena Vista. Take your dog on a walk through the beautiful neighborhood and enjoy a cold drink or hot coffee afterward.

Fair Witness

Bar
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

Fair Witness is a cocktail bar located conveniently across from Bailey Park. The inside of the bar is a bit small, but there’s plenty of seating on the outdoor patio that features two outdoor fire pits. Your pup can join you inside or outside, but you might have some trouble finding a seat on busy nights.

Camel City BBQ

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Outside Patio

Enjoy some of the best BBQ in town at Camel City BBQ’s outdoor patio. Be careful though—your furry friend might steal some of your wings.

Cugino Forno

Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

Cugino Forno is conveniently located in the Coal Pit along with Incendiary Brewing. The location is great for large groups, and it’s kid- and dog-friendly! You will find many dogs hanging out with their owners and kids riding scooters on a warm summer night.

Campus Gas

Bar/Restaurant
Dogs Allowed: Inside & Outside

Bring some friends and your dog to Campus Gas to enjoy classic, delicious food like burgers and sandwiches. Your dog will love the spacious outdoor area with plenty of seating and areas to sniff. Note: Campus Gas is located on a busy road, so keep your pup close to you.