Why leave your favorite furry friends at home when they can tag along for some paw-friendly patio fun? As you’re looking for your next social outing and want to know which neighboring restaurants will welcome your pooch with open paws, err arms, tap into our list of local eateries that await you and your well-behaved animal companions for some al fresco eats and drinks.
Iron Horse Bar & Grill | 5317 W 151st St, Leawood
This Leawood patio runs on good drinks, good food, and good times for humans and dogs alike. Come for the scratch-made grill grub and ongoing events including live music, Whiskey Wednesdays, and “Yappy Hour” on the patio, where a portion of sales are donated back to Wayside Waifs.
HomeGrown Kitchen | 11705 Roe Ave, Leawood
‘Cultivate Kindness. Kind is Cool.’ A daytime eatery that hand selects local purveyors to curate their menu of locally-sourced dishes, HomeGrown specializes in homemade brunch and lunch; come break bread together with man’s best friend by your side.
The Market at Meadowbrook | 4901 Meadowbrook Pkwy, Prairie Village
The charm of this property is undeniable and one your furry friends should experience as well. Nosh on the likes of fresh pastries while popping over on the property to Miss Ruby’s traditional American food truck serving up pup cups.
French Market | 6943 Tomahawk Rd, Prairie Village
Savor the crepes, charcuterie boards, and champagne at this French-inspired cafe and give your pup a taste of a Parisian patio, including live music on Thursday evenings.
Dolce Bakery | 3930 W 69th Terrace, Prairie Village
‘Every batch from scratch,’ pup treats included. Pups love to eat up the Dolce treats both on the Shops of PV patio and at the Overland Park Farmer’s Market every Saturday.
Scratch Gourmet Catering | 3939 W 69th Terrace, Prairie Village
Made on memories, serving elevated comfort food you know and love, come wine down with the expansive list of fine wines to pair with internationally-inspired cuisine and give your dog a little taste of refined gourmet at your side.
story. | 3931 W 69th Terrace, Prairie Village
Meals and memories built on the story they are founded on, the award-winning chef behind story. incorporates your furry friend into the patio dinners you’ll find here. Come for the Tasting Menu and dog treats alike.
Heirloom Bakery & Hearth | 401 E 63rd St, Brookside
Pastries, a pantry, and a dog-friendly patio await you in this little Brookside neighborhood bakery and hearth that serves up homemade bread, specialty breakfast and lunch dishes, and your favorite hot and cold coffee and tea selections.
Plate | 11655 Ash St, Leawood + 701 E 63rd St, Brookside
Traditional yet modern, pristine yet pet-friendly; pooches welcome at this East Brookside establishment known for their elevated Italian cuisine and lengthy wine lists.
Aixois Bistro | 251 E 55th St, Crestwood
Pets, pommes frites, and an outdoor patio nestled on the Trolley Trail in the Crestwood Shops, Aixois is a classic French bistro serving authentic French dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as cocktails and coffee cordials.
Housewife Cafe & Bistro | 801 Main St, Grandview
This charming cafe serves scratch made pastries, toasts and rotating soup of the day to enjoy inside and out with its chic, unique aesthetic bistro aesthetic. Soak up the quiet views of the patio with fresh flowers and string lights.
Coast to Coast Pub | 500 E 135th St, Martin City
Indulge in Martin’s City’s famous Mac N’ Cheese dishes alongside east to west coast-inspired surf and turf entrees all paired with locally crafted beer. Coast to Coast offers an al fresco setting for you and your fur babies that will have you feeling right at home.
Bull Creek Distillery | 20559 S Lone Elm Rd, Spring Hill
Leashed dogs are absolutely welcome on Bull Creek’s beautiful and sprawling Spring Hill property. Soak up live music, locally distilled bourbon, whiskey, and vodka, and small-town hospitality at this one-of-a-kind outdoor venue.
Urban Egg | 4921 W 119th St, Overland Park
This daytime eatery focused on local farm-to-table partnerships and charitable organizations encourages patrons to bring their pups to the patio. Enjoy Breakfast Buzz cocktails alongside the likes of Benedicts, Gourmet Sandwiches, and classics you’ll love to indulge in.
Veritas | 5621 W 135th St, Overland Park
From charcuterie to paella, great steaks, and a large list of curated wine, whiskey and cocktail mixology, the ‘truth’ (i.e. Veritas) inside Prairiefire elevates the presence of dogs just as much as their American fusion menu served inside and out.
McLain's Market | 10695 Roe Ave, Overland Park
Mclain’s 3 KC-area patios fully embrace their ‘Making Life’s Moments Sweeter’ motto with complimentary peanut butter pup cookies and all the classic pastries, cakes, and cookies, including their famous chocolate cupcookie, McLain’s is known for!
Strang Hall | 7313 W 80th St, Overland Park
Six chef-driven restaurants on the interior and one roaming patio space on the exterior, making this chef-collective food hall in downtown OP a perfect playground for the pooches (please no dogs on the turf space).
