Because they really are our best friends

The summer sweat is officially here, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy an alfresco adventure with your four-legged friend. We’ve found Dubai’s best pet-friendly indoor restaurants and cafes, so you can take your pooch along.

The Maine Beach House

 

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At Club Vista Mare, most of the terraces are pet-friendly, but well-behaved dogs are also welcome inside at The Maine. Tuck into freshly shucked oysters, their signature fish tacos or a surf and turf, while your dogs can take a break from the heat and enjoy their very own doggy menu, featuring a wagyu woof stack and much more.

Where: Club Vista Mare
Visit: @themainedxb

La Vue

 

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At the Pullman in JLT, the laidback La Vue is a great spot to catch the live sports – oweing to it having the biggest screen in JLT. But it’s also a great place to enjoy a meal with your favourite four-legged companion, with a pet-friendly covered space. Try the Dhs50 buffet breakfast deal to start the day right.

Where: Pullman, JLT Cluster T
Visit: @lavuejlt

New Earth Cafe

 

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A health-focused and conscious cafe in Al Barrari, New Earth Cafe is all about wholesome goodness. It’s a colourful and leafy spot that makes you feel instantly welcome, especially if you’ve got your dog in tow. Whether you’re here for a quick coffee or a healthy lunch, you’re sure to find something on the menu.

Where: Al Barari
Visit: @newearth.cafe

Pawdy Neighbors

Part day care, part boarding, part groomers, part restaurant, Pawdy Neighbours in Souk Al Manzil; a one-of-a-kind pet-friendly destination for dogs and their owners. During the cooler months, sit outside on the terrace, while dogs are welcome indoors too, with treats available for well-behaved doggos.

Where: Souk Al Manzil, Downtown Dubai
Visit: @pawdyneighbours

Avant Garde

Art, fashion, coffee and even a barbershop come together at this Al Quoz warehouse spot, where it’s all about good vibes and great times. Whether you’re here to shop the concept store, get creative with one of the workshops, or simply chill out with a coffee in hand, you’re welcome to bring your dog along.

Where: Warehouse 38, St 5B, Al Quoz 1
Visit: @avantgardeconceptstoredxb

Ella’s Eatery

 

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Ella’s Eatery on Palm Jumeriah welcomes dogs of all sizes on the terrace, but little pooches are welcomed indoors, you just need to make a reservation beforehand. This casual eatery on the Palm has a roster of deals to take you from breakfast to after-work drinks and dinner, so there’s always something happening.

Where: Palm Views East
Visit: @ellaseatery

Kave

 

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A zero-waste cafe and creative space, KAVE is a community-focused space that encourages you to think deeper, come together and discover something new. Kave doesn’t just allow dogs, they love them – and there’s even a dedicated menu of doggy treats for your four-legged friend to enjoy, while you try out one of their creative workshops, which range from candle making to ceramic painting.

Where: Warehouse 20, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz
Visit: @kavepeople

Social Company

 

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Located at one of the city’s top pet-friendly neighbourhoods, The Greens, pet owners can bring their dogs to Social Company in Zabeel House by Jumeirah. There will be other fur babies they can play with, and all good pups will be rewarded with treats and water.

Where: The Greens
Visit: @socialcompanydxb

Reform Social & Grill (The Lakes)

This popular British gastropub has an outdoor terrace that they cover over the summer with air conditioning, making it a nice option for pups and their owners to chill. The food is great, and they even have a special food menu for paw pals.

Where: The Lakes, Dubai.
Visit: @reformdubai

Daughter & Dad

Nestled inside the Desert Palm Equestrian Centre, this family-run business feels worlds away from the city. A community-centric destination, the kitchen opens from morning until 3.30pm, serving crowd-pleasing all-day breakfasts. There are bowls and treats for doggies, just be sure to keep them on a lead, due to the close proximity to the horses.

Where: Melia Desert Palm
Visit:@daughteranddadcoffee

Ivy’s Secret Garden

A beautiful botanical cafe tucked away in Al Quoz, Ivy’s Secret Garden is a wonderful place to head to with your pup if you’re looking for a quiet and stunning place to catch up with some friends, or on some work. Offering arts and craft classes throughout the year, it is a wonderful little hidden gem that is perfect for you and your furry friend.

Where: Warehouse 14, Al Quoz
Visit:@secretgardenivy

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