With spring in full swing and sunshine stretching into the evenings, it's the perfect time to get outside. Chances are, your pup feels the same way. But as any pet parent knows, finding spots that welcome four-legged friends can be hit or miss.
Thankfully, a 2022 update to Washington state's health code made it possible for restaurants to open their patios to dogs as long as they meet certain requirements and keep things safe and sanitary. So leash up your pup and sniff out these Spokane-area patios where you're both welcome to sit, snack and soak up the sun.
UPRISE BREWING CO.
Since opening in 2022, Uprise has been a go-to for dog owners. The partially covered, dog-friendly patio includes large picnic tables, year-round heaters, and an AstroTurf area for lawn games or to simply enjoy the sun with a pint in hand. Ask for dog treats at the bar. 617 N. Ash St., uprisebeer.com, 509-368-9411
NO-LI BREWHOUSE
Relax riverside at No-Li's award-winning Bier Garden, named one of the country's best by USA Today. Enjoy pub fare and cold drinks with your leashed dog, who's welcome in both the garden and the indoor Bier Hall on the front side of the brewery complex. 1003 E. Trent Ave., nolibrewhouse.com, 509-242-2739
BRICK WEST BREWING
Located on the west side of downtown Spokane, Brick West has a large outdoor patio bordered by a lawn. It's perfect for a doggy date while you kick back a cold one. There's ample outdoor seating as well as shade umbrellas if you and your pup need a reprieve from the heat. The patio has water bowls for dogs. 1318 W. First Ave., brickwestbrewingco.com, 509-279-2982
THE FLYING GOAT
Located in the Audubon-Downriver neighborhood, the Flying Goat allows well-behaved, leashed dogs on its patio, which has about a dozen tables, some under a built-in cover and others shaded by umbrellas. Heaters and firepits make for a cozy outdoor seating experience for patrons and their dogs on cooler days. Water bowls are provided and dog treats are sometimes available. 3318 W. Northwest Blvd., theflyinggoat.com, 509-327-8277
IRON GOAT BREWING
Blue awnings and umbrellas provide ample shade on the brewery's long stretch of patio, which seats about 45 people. Iron Goat also has a puppy photo area with a mural as a backdrop and encourages patrons to share photos on its social media. Water bowls are available on the patio; ask a staff member for a free dog treat. 1302 W. Second Ave., irongoatbrewing.com, 509-474-0722
THE SCOOP
The ice cream shop's lower South Hill location allows leashed dogs on its patio with 10 tables and partial shade from nearby trees. Water bowls and free treats are provided, but if you want to really pamper your pet, order ice cream made just for dogs. The flavor is only available from June to August and consists of coconut milk, powdered peanut butter, banana and dog treats. 1001 W. 25th Ave., thescoopspokane.com, 509-535-7171
DAFT BADGER BREWING
The Coeur d'Alene brewery has a year-round outdoor patio structure that's heated during the colder months. In summer, a large tent is set up in the parking lot for extra outdoor seating. Water bowls are provided, and you can order a side of turkey or bacon for your pup. 1710 N. Second St., Coeur d'Alene, daftbadgerbrewingcda.com, 208-665-9892
PERRY STREET BREWING
Perry Street Brewing's patio has long been a popular neighborhood hub. The outdoor eating area wraps around two sides of the building and includes umbrellas and awnings for shade, making it a comfortable spot for you and your pooch. 1025 S. Perry St., perrystreetbrewing.com, 509-279-2820
CASCADIA PUBLIC HOUSE
Leashed dogs are welcome on Cascadia's outdoor patio, which seats around 40 people. It's also well shaded on the front half and has heaters and firepits for chilly nights. Water bowls are provided for dogs. 6314 N. Ash St., cascadiapublichouse.com, 509-321-7051
REMEDY KITCHEN AND TAVERN
The patio's faux grass and glass-free container usage makes for comfortable paws. There are also free treats and water bowls. Bring your leashed pup for a bite to eat out, or maybe join Remedy's Pup Club on Tuesdays for happy hour drinks and a chance to meet other dog owners. The space is human friendly, too, with large picnic tables and a covered section with heaters for cold weather. 3809 S. Grand Blvd., remedyspokane.com, 509-443-3730
