Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants In Winston-Salem

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We love bringing our furry friends everywhere – outings, bars, stores, and restaurants. At one time, it was unheard of for a dog to be permitted in food establishments, but times have changed to be more pet-friendly, and many eateries now welcome you and your pup to dine there.

Dogs must be leashed; in most cases, it is outdoor seating. We have compiled a list of the best choices for dog-friendly Winston-Salem restaurants. So don’t leave your fur baby at home next time you go out to dinner!

Alma Mexicana

Alma Mexicana is a small, contemporary restaurant in Winston-Salem’s Innovation Quarter. It is an excellent place for lunch, happy hour, or an evening meal, with seating inside and outside (heated in the cooler months). They serve tacos, burritos, quesadillas, bowls, Fajitas Texanas, Birria Ramen, salads, and more. They offer gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options, and their kitchen is peanut-free and tree-nut-free. Dogs are welcome on the partially covered, heated patio. Pets receive attention and water from staff.

• Alma Mexicana Website
• 492 Patterson Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-317-1254
• Hours
  • Mon-Thurs, 11 am-9 pm
  • Fri & Sat, 11 am-10 pm
  • Closed Sunday

Basil Leaf Thai & Sushi Restaurant

Basil Leaf offers authentic Thai cuisine and Sushi recipes. Their extensive menu features classic curry, stir-fry dishes, fried rice, noodles, and noodle soups. Their sushi menu includes sashimi or nigiri, vegetarian rolls, makimono rolls (uncooked), cooked rolls, deep-fried rolls, and specialties. They also offer lunch specials. Dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly outdoor tables in the mostly covered patio/garden area. A water bowl is brought for your pet.

• Basil Leaf Thai & Sushi Website
• 690 St George Square Court, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-283-9133
• Hours:
  • Tues-Fri, (11am – 2:30pm; 5pm – 9:30pm)
  • Sat & Sun, (12pm – 3:30pm; 5pm – 9:30pm)

Cin Cin Burger Bar

Gourmet Burgers, Speakeasy Cocktails, and Boozy Milkshakes! The decor at Cin Cin Burger has a prohibition theme, and the menu items create an authentic speakeasy vibe, but the restaurant is family-friendly with delicious food. You will find dip-ables and share-ables, small plates, tantalizing entrées, and various burgers with the first three toppings complimentary. There are also salads, sliders, speakeasy burgers, bowls, and handhelds. And don’t forget the adult shakes and signature cocktails. Dogs are welcome on the front patio, which is covered and heated in cooler months. Water bowls are provided, and they offer a small, inexpensive, unseasoned sirloin you can purchase for your pet.

• Cin Cin Burger Bar Website
• 1425 W 1st Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-999-8413
• Hours
  • Mon-Sun, 11am – 9pm

El Camino Real

El Camino Real welcomes everyone! They serve authentic Mexican food made with fresh ingredients. The vibrant cuisine celebrates bold flavors, from sizzling fajitas to savory birra. Lunch and Dinner Specials are featured. Dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly outdoor tables.

• El Camino Real Website
• 3800 Reynolda Road, #350, Winston-Salem, NC  
• 336-923-0001
• Hours
  •  Mon-Sun, 11am – 9pm

Hakkachow

Hakkachow offers a variety of East Asian dishes, including Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese, and Korean, presented in an authentic yet modern style. They use fresh, high-quality ingredients to craft their unique dishes. Dine in a pleasant atmosphere with good service. They welcome dogs at their pet-friendly outdoor tables, bring them water, and are very accommodating.

• Hakkachow Website
• 615 St. George Square Court, Winston-Salem, NC  
• 336-893-8178
• Hours
  • Tues-Thurs, 11:30am – 9:30pm
  • Fri, 11:30am – 10pm;
  • Sat, 12pm – 10pm
  • Sun, 12pm – 9pm
  • Closed Mon

Mozelle’s Fresh Southern Bistro

Mozelle’s is a restaurant in the west end that offers a taste of the south using the freshest ingredients from local sources. Their menu features starters, salads, and entrees like meatloaf, shrimp and grits, tomato pie, and Atlantic salmon. They have outdoor seating that is used even in the cooler months, providing heaters and blankets. Open for lunch and dinner. Brunch is served on Sat & Sun. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables and are supplied with a water bowl.

• Mozelle’s Website
• 878 W 4th Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-703-5400
• Hours
  • Mon-Sun, 11 am-9 pm

River Birch Lodge

River Birch promotes mountain casual dining, and its cool, relaxing, wooded interior gives one the feeling of a mountain lodge. The food is fresh and delicious, and the service is friendly and excellent. The meals for our large party took a little extra time, but everything came out together, hot and perfectly cooked. Brunch is served on weekends. Dogs are welcome at one of the six tables outdoors on the heated patio. Reservations are recommended; be sure to mention your puppy will be coming along.

• River Birch Lodge Website
• 3324 Robinhood Road, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-768-1111
• Hours
  • Mon-Sat, 11 am-9 pm
  • Sun, 9 am-9 pm
  • Brunch Sat & Sun until 3pm

Rooster’s A Noble Grill

Rooster’s A Noble Grill offers an upscale dining experience in a business casual atmosphere. They source locally and work with farmers to develop heirloom varieties for their restaurants. They serve lunch, dinner, and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. Dogs are welcome at one of their pet-friendly, heated outdoor tables on the beautiful patio with a fire pit. They bring a water bowl for your pup.

• Rooster’s Website
• 380 Knollwood Avenue, Winston-Salem
• 336-777-8477
• Hours
  • Mon-Thurs, 11 am-9 pm
  • Fri, 11 am-10 pm
  • Sat, 10:30 am-10 pm
  • Sun, 10:30 am-9 pm

Small Batch Beer Co.

Small Batch is a warm, friendly brewery with a big bar and 13 taps serving their craft brews. A large blackboard on the wall lists all their available beers. They also offer carefully selected wines, bottled beers, and handcrafted cocktails. They also have a great food menu with snacks like Sunshine Fries and Best Brussels, sandwiches like the Chilango, and burgers like The Winston or Build Your Own Burger. They welcome dogs at their outside tables or inside the taproom.

• Small Batch Website
• 241 W 5th Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-893-6395
• Hours
  • Tues & Wed, 11am – 10pm
  • Thurs & Fri, 11am – 12am
  • Sat, 10am – 12am
  • Sun, 11am – 10pm
  • Closed Monday

Thai Harmony

Thai Harmony serves authentic Thai food, sushi, and a few Chinese dishes as well. Their extensive menu has a section called Modern Thai, where they get creative with Thai seasonings and try new dishes. They offer food and drink specials during the week. Dogs are welcome at one of the pet-friendly outdoor tables.

• Thai Harmony Website
• 102 W 3rd Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-842-5532
• Hours
  • Mon-Fri Lunch, 11 am-3 pm
  • Mon-Fri Dinner, 5 pm-10 pm
  • Sat, 5 pm-10 pm
  • Sun, 12 pm-9 pm

The Porch Kitchen & Cantina

The Porch features Tex-Mex food at its finest, with an excellent selection of dishes for both meat eaters and vegetarians, like the Porch Taco Plate or the OG Burrito. They offer some cool Summer Specials and a fantastic Sunday Brunch Menu! Located in the historic West End, the Porch welcomes dogs at its pet-friendly outdoor tables.

• The Porch Website
• 840 Mill Works Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-893-8361
• Hours
  • Mon-Sat, 11 am-9 pm
  • Sun, 10 am-3 pm

The Quiet Pint Tavern

The Quiet Pint is a neighborhood tavern with great food. The atmosphere is welcoming and fun, and the service is excellent. The menu offers burgers, sandwiches, street tacos, salads, flatbreads, wraps, entrees, and appetizers. They have outdoor seating and music on weekends, craft beers, wine, cocktails, and weekly drink specials. Dogs are welcome on the covered outdoor patio, which is heated during cooler months.

• The Quiet Pint Website
• 1420 W First Street, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-893-6881
• Hours
  • Sun-Thurs, 11 am-10 pm
  • Fri & Sat, 11 am-11 pm

The Sherwood

The Sherwood considers itself The Neighborhood Restaurant, and that description fits. Warm and friendly, with great food, it’s the place to go when you want to have a great meal with family and friends and enjoy each other’s company. They serve lunch, dinner, daily specials, craft beer, and wine. Your dog is welcome to join you at one of the outdoor tables.

• The Sherwood Website
• In Sherwood Plaza Shopping Center, 3348 Robinhood Road, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-842-3345
• Hours
  • Mon-Thurs, 11 am-8:30 pm
  • Fri & Sat, 11 am-9 pm
  • Closed Sunday

Village Tavern Reynolda Village

Scratch Kitchen, Craft Bar. Village Tavern strives to serve the best food at affordable prices. Its dishes are created using quality, fresh ingredients, and the finest chefs. The atmosphere is casual and comfortable but tasteful. The restaurant offers extensive menus for lunch and dinner and serves brunch on Sunday. It welcomes dogs at its 12 outdoor tables.

• Village Tavern Reynolda Village Website
• 221 Reynolda Village, Winston-Salem, NC
• 336-748-0221
• Hours
  • Mon-Thurs, 11 am-9:30 pm
  • Fri & Sat, 11 am-10 pm
  • Sun, 10 am-9 pm
  • Sunday Brunch 10 am-3 pm

A Bar And A Dog Park

You want to go for a drink with your furry friend, but they want to hit the dog park. You can both have what you want! Tucker’s Tap Yard offers a draft wall with 12 taps, traditional or craft cocktails, wine by the glass or bottle, and more. They also feature a 12,000-square-foot dog park with artificial turf, climbing structures, and a temperature-controlled indoor space. They don’t serve food, but you can bring your own or order from one of the Food Trucks that are often there. Read our Tucker’s Tap Yard article for more information.

What restaurant has given your dog the VIP treatment? Tell us in the comments.

Source: Bring Fido