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Bone Appetit

Our favorite Fido-friendly spots in Troy.

Craving a bite out, but don’t want to leave your pooch at home? There are plenty of dog-friendly restaurants and hotels in and around Troy that will welcome your four-legged companion. 

DraftKings Sports & Social is a pet-friendly restaurant and bar in Troy that welcomes pups on their outdoor patio. Their menu features traditional pub fare with a twist, with items such as Korean nachos, crab cake sandwiches, spicy tuna bites and chicken tenders. Be sure to check out their extensive drink menu. Sportsandsocial.com.

Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats. Two outdoor benches are available for dog owners with a sweet tooth wanting to indulge alongside Fido. In addition to their soft-serve favorites of Blizzards, dipped cones, sundaes and more, Dairy Queen’s menu includes Grillburgers, artisan-style sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken strip baskets and salads. Don’t forget to order a Pup Cub — vanilla soft-serve topped with a bone — for your friend. Table service isn't available, so man’s best friends will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. Dairyqueen.com.

El Guanaco is a Salvadoran restaurant with pet-friendly outdoor seating in Troy. Bring Spot with you while you enjoy a meal at one of the six tables on the front patio. Menu options include breakfast platters, appetizers, tacos, tamales, tortas, enchiladas, Mexican combos and more. Elguanacotroy.com.

Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill is a casual Mexican eatery that serves up made-to-order dishes prepared in front of you with fresh ingredients. Choose from menu options including tacos, burritos, bowls, salads, ‘quesoritos’ and more. Chewy is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables. Table service isn’t available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. Salsaritas.com.

Sonic Drive-In offers carhop service and a handful of pet-friendly tables where you can get burgers and hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, plus fries, tater tots and mozzarella sticks. Sonic Drive-In is known for their vast selection of drinks, like Frozen Lemonade, Strawberry Limeade and Grape Slush with Rainbow Candy. There is also a selection of milkshakes, Sonic Blasts, waffle cone sundaes and ice cream slushes. Sonicdrivein.com.

Red Roof Inn Detroit/Troy allows two pets up to 80 lbs. The first pet is welcome for free; a second pet is welcome for an additional fee of $15 per night (not to exceed $105 per stay). Both dogs and cats are welcome, but pets may not be left in the room unattended. There is a grassy pet relief area on the property and a park nearby. Redroof.com.

Hampton Inn & Suites Detroit Troy welcomes two pets up to 75 lbs for an additional fee of $50 per pet, per stay. Both dogs and cats are allowed. There are grassy areas on the property for pet use. Hilton.com.