DINING OUT WITH YOUR DOG IN PLANO
Dogs are welcome on the patios of many Plano restaurants, which makes a meal out an easy way to include your dog. Trusted since 2001, VIP Pet Services provides in-home pet sitting and dog walking across the Dallas Metroplex, and we gathered the Plano patios below for dog parents who like to take their pet along.
THE BENEFITS OF DINING OUT WITH YOUR DOG
A meal out gives you and your dog time together and a change of scenery. A few things make it go well.
TIME TOGETHER
A patio meal lets you spend unhurried time with your dog away from home.
A CHANGE OF SCENERY
A restaurant patio brings new sights, sounds and smells. Busy patios can be a lot for some dogs, so start with a quieter time and watch how yours settles in.
OUTDOOR SEATING
Dogs are welcome on patios only, not inside the restaurant. Shade, space between tables and a quieter corner make a longer meal easier.
A WALK BEFORE OR AFTER
If your dog is comfortable walking in a busy shopping district, a short stroll before or after the meal is an easy addition.
PRECAUTIONS TO TAKE WHEN DINING OUT WITH YOUR DOG
A little courtesy toward other guests and the restaurant staff keeps patios open to dogs. A few etiquette tips:
Comfortable and Leashed
Make sure your dog is comfortable around people, other dogs and noise. Keep your dog on a leash or in a secure carry bag at all times, and keep dogs off tables and chairs. If your dog is new to busy places, visit during off-peak hours.
Outdoor Seating Only
Dogs stay on the patio and out of the restaurant. Policies and seating vary, so call ahead to confirm that dogs are welcome and that a patio table is available.
Hygiene and Cleanliness
Bring waste bags and clean up promptly. Carry water for your dog, and be considerate of other guests.
Noise and Disturbances
If your dog barks often or gets nervous around crowds, choose a quieter time or a restaurant with a larger patio.
Comfort and Safety
Look for shade and fresh water, and never leave your dog unattended. Watch for hot surfaces, and keep your dog from eating food that has fallen on the ground.
Bring a favorite blanket or toy and take short breaks to check in with your dog.
DOG-FRIENDLY PATIOS IN PLANO, TX
Visit Plano, the city’s tourism office, lists Katy Trail Ice House Outpost, Lazy Dog, The Holy Grail Pub and Mexican Sugar among Plano’s pet-friendly patios, and Señor Locos says on its own website that it has a dog-friendly patio. The Visit Plano page carries a 2022 update date, so call ahead before you go.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Lazy Dog’s own page describes dog-friendly patios without naming locations, so confirm with the Plano restaurant before you visit.
Katy Trail Ice House Outpost
Katy Trail Ice House Outpost, at 4700 W. Park Blvd., is a Texas-style beer garden with a large patio shaded by trees. Its website lists pet-friendly seating, and the menu includes burgers, tacos and Texas barbecue.
Holy Grail Pub
The Holy Grail Pub, at 8240 Preston Rd., serves scratch-kitchen European favorites and modern American dishes, with a craft beer list and a patio. Visit Plano lists it among Plano’s pet-friendly patios.
Señor Locos
Señor Locos, at 701 W. Parker Rd., serves Tex-Mex, and its website says it has a large dog-friendly patio.
Mexican Sugar Cocina
Mexican Sugar Cocina has a Plano restaurant in The Shops at Legacy. Its website describes cooking that blends traditional techniques with Pan-Latin inspiration, and Visit Plano lists its patio among The Shops at Legacy patios that welcome pets.
Dining out with your dog goes best when you choose a patio that welcomes dogs, follow the etiquette above and pay attention to how your dog is doing. Call ahead, bring water and a leash, and keep the meal short if your dog is restless.
When your dog stays home, VIP Pet Services provides in-home pet sitting and dog walking in Plano, with care personalized to your pet.
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