Pet Friendly Restaurants

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Welcome to WhatsUpMonterey Restaurant Guide, your ultimate resource for finding the best dog-friendly dining options in the Monterey Bay area!

Whether you're a local looking for new places to explore with your furry friend or a visitor planning a trip to the beautiful cities of Monterey, Carmel, and Pacific Grove, our guide has got you covered. From casual cafes to fine dining restaurants, we've scoured the area to bring you a curated selection of the most welcoming and pet-friendly establishments. So grab your pup and let's embark on a culinary adventure together. Bone appetit!

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Katy's Place

Katy's Place

Mission between 5th & 6th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Katy's Place, "Carmel's Breakfast Tradition"® since 1982, is perennially considered the gourmet breakfast restaurant by residents and visitors alike. In the heart of bustling Carmel Village, Katy's defines…

IL Tegamino

IL Tegamino

Ocean Ave. between Lincoln & Monte Verde
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93931

Il Tegamino is located in the charming Court of the Golden Bough. One of Carmel-by-the-Sea's best hidden gems, the Court of the Golden Bough is tucked behind the Cottage of Sweets. Owned by Giuseppe and…

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

Flaherty's Seafood Grill & Oyster Bar

6th Avenue between Dolores & San Carlos
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

We Know Seafood... We know good seafood, we know how to buy it and we know how to prepare it. Unlike most restaurants (even the best of them) where fish is often a secondary item on the menu……

Toro

Toro

Dolores between 5th & 6th
Carmel, CA 93921

Toro offers authentic Japanese cuisine, and we believe in sourcing high quality ingredients. Our beverage program has a lovely sake and wine collection, as well as some creative cocktail creations.

Grasing’s

Grasing’s

6th & Misson Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Chef Kurt Grasing has developed a menu that reflects stylish simplicity by using ultra fresh ingredients gleaned from California’s Carmel Coast and Central Valley. Dishes are displayed in modest fashion…

Casanova

Casanova

5th between Mission & San Carlos
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

We provide our guests the best quality ingredients available to us by embracing and supporting our local small organic farms and fisheries. Country French & Italian cuisine, heated gardens, full bar,…

Little Napoli

Little Napoli

Dolores St & 7th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Enjoy a brief trip to Italy with Italian country cooking and warm hospitality as you remember it. Come and experience the culture, cuisine and lively traditions at Pèpe’s Little Napoli, Bistro Italiano.…

Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse - 7D

Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse - 7D

SE Corner 7th Ave & Dolores St
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

The Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse, or 7D, is founded on a commitment to quality and honesty – naturally farmed and humanely raised foods prepared in simple, soulful ways. While the heart of…

Terry's Lounge

Terry's Lounge

Lincoln between Ocean & 7th, Cypress Inn
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge at Cypress Inn, Carmel by the Sea. Known for its classic cocktails and canine-friendly vibe, Carmel-by-the-Sea’s iconic Cypress Inn, a 1929 landmark property co-owned by legendary…

Il Fornaio

Il Fornaio

Ocean between Lincoln & Monte Verde
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Most authentic experience outside of Italy. Breakfast, lunch & dinner in a warm atmosphere w/ friendly service. Fresh baked goods, indoor/outdoor seating. Full bar.

Cafe Rustica

Cafe Rustica

10 Del Fino Pl
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

Across Highway One, down Carmel Valley Road, past the nurseries and wineries, is a rustic house with a charming patio, where reservations are highly recommended. The open kitchen revolves around a stone…

Robata Grill & Sake Bar

Robata Grill & Sake Bar

3658 The Barnyard
Carmel, CA 93923

Robata is one of the area's iconic restaurants that has stood the test of time while constantly striving to improve and innovate. From the privacy of our booths to the warm openness of our full…

Carmel Coffee House

Carmel Coffee House

Ocean between San Carlos & Dolores
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Located in a 1920's Mediterranean courtyard, the Carmel Coffee House and Roasting Company is a classic coffee roastery in the European tradition. This little café packs in fresh small batch…

Tommy's Wok

Tommy's Wok

Mission between Ocean & 7th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Where the locals eat. Szechwan-Hunan, Mandarin cuisine. 100% olive oil & canola oil, NO MSG, all real ingredients, no artificial color. Dim Sum available during lunch. Closed on Mondays.

Village Corner Bistro

Village Corner Bistro

Dolores & 6th Ave
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921

Charming bistro in the heart of downtown Carmel, famous for magnificent cuisine, lively ambiance, and cozy heated outdoor fireside dining.