50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Meriden

“Absolutely amazing food wait staff also amazing the owner is very personable. Love this place and everyone I brought loves this place as well.“

“All I can say about Ryders ICE Cream is YAHOOOOO, YEAA, YUM YUM, LETS GO!“

“Nice little place 8 tables or so outside.. My grandson and I shared a medium sundae as a treat price is right ice cream was great approved by my grandson...“

“Mmm mmm mmm!!! I got the strawberry blonde, my husband got the founders favorite, both were absolutely delicious. Fun to watch them mix the ice cream on the cold stone and the flavor combos were great! Definitely want to come back to try another signature creation!“

“This place is absolutely excellent. Don’t be fooled by the size of the restaurant, the quality and service speaks for itself. You’ll surely come back for more. Their specialty rolls are outstanding and rather unique.“

“A wonderful place that I wish I found sooner! Fable has a wide variety of witchy, ethereal gifts. Everything from tiny vials to ephemera, not to mention books, decor and more. You can sit in the cozy cafe portion, order a freshly brewed tea and enjoy the ambiance. We popped in on a weekday and were greeted by Tina, the owner, who was helpful and easy to talk to. We will definitely be back, don't skip a visit to Fable!“

“Possibly my favorite spot in CT. The atmosphere and customer service is wonderful and the food is SOOOO good!“

“I came here simply because I Googled Chinese food in Wallingford and looked for the best reviews. Well Diner’s Haven did not disappoint!! The best friend dumplings I have ever had and their Pad Thai was amazing. I’m coming back with my family next time!!“

“If you want authentic Mexican take out this is your place!! Food is soo good and authentic! HOME MADE TORTILLAS is something you don’t find everywhere. Plus the family who owns it are the nicest and most hardworking people.“

“Friendly service with really tasty food!“

“Fresh sushi, great service and reasonably priced. Best sushi restaurant around.“

“Our food and service were outstanding. We came in from out of town and loved everything we ordered. We will definitely be back k next time we visit our son.“

“Carlos was great...very friendly and personable! We stopped in on our way through town, not knowing what to expect. We ordered smoothies and acai bowls. The bowls were the largest I had ever seen and were delicious. Everything is made with care and definitely worth the wait!“

“amazing and affordable for the amount you receive“

“Great service and awesome food!“

“Tried for the first time today ! I had the loco taco hot dog and it was delicious !“

“Walking by The Lab on our way to Leaps and Bones, I always look at the creative menu posted in the window of The Lab. Today my pup got some treats and I took home a sandwich that was spectacular! I’m sure my pup and I will both get treats every time we go to Factory Square in the future!“

“So after a long 2 and a 1/2 hour drive, deciding where to eat, I found myself at this fancy bagel shop. The staff is so friendly.The cashier Natalie is the best. The food here is awesome, the best bacon egg and cheese I've ever tasted. I'm definitely coming back for more.“

“Delicious food & great service! Highly recommend the Pho....it's the best I've ever had! We drive almost 40mins at least once a month to enjoy the food!“

“The best brewery around! I love going with my husband and dog to hang out. Helpful and friendly staff“

“we used Mission BBQ catering for my daughter's wedding. From our tasting appt through the wedding reception itself, Mission BBQ blew us away! Their staff at the restaurant and catering staff were fantastic. The food was so good! Plentiful and tasty BBQ.“

“My son and I had a delicious breakfast this morning. The crepes are excellent. My son ate breakfast pizza! Service is great. Plenty of parking. Nice atmosphere. We will definitely be back.“

“The best brewery around! I love going with my husband and dog to hang out. Helpful and friendly staff“

“Staff could not be more pleasant and polite. I love that it’s on the quiet side compared to a place like Starbucks. We come to Lions Den often even though it’s quite a distance from our residence. Coffee is great!“

“Creamy rich ice cream. Great portions. Great prices. Cute place to enjoy. Dog friendly. Kiddie size is more than enough for an adult. Smalls are huge! But I wish they would change up their flavors. Non chocolate, peanut butter and fruit types are bland and need a flavor immersion pop. The menu needs to add more flavors or change them up.“

“Great spot to vend Lucky Burrito Art Thank you for having us! Really friendly staff and atmosphere!“

“In the area for business, avoiding big chain coffee shops, stopped into Bob's for a coffee and guess what happened......the nice man getting my coffee says no charge. Who does that? Bob's coffee shop, THAT'S WHO. Thanks.“

“very good ice cream never disappoints.“

“My daughter and I had an excellent time at the Hop Festival yesterday. Matt was awesome explaining how the hops are chosen and used. He did a very interactive and informative brewery tour. All the beer servers and staff were super friendly and helpful as always!!!“

“We had my daughter’s baby shower at Lola’s. From the start of booking until the day of the shower. So easy to work with. The day of the shower, we were greeted with such warmth and truly our waitress for our party, Becky, was fantastic. Catered to our every need and was so beyond helpful. She worked very hard and was so pleasant! The food was amazing and plenty of it! Guests went back for seconds! Becky even went above and beyond for my mom who couldn’t eat something and prepared a new one just for her. Truly a gem of a place! Thank you again to the owners and to our waitress who went above and beyond for making our day so perfect! We can’t wait to come back! Kim Landeen“

“A Hidden Gem! 🍻Coles Road Brewing I recently discovered this amazing brewery and I'm so glad I did! The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, perfect for a relaxed afternoon with Sean. The beer selection is impressive, with a wide range of styles to suit every palate. I especially loved No Straws Required-Raspberry ❤️ The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and they're always happy to recommend a beer based on your preferences. If you're a beer lover in the Berlin/Kensington Area , you definitely need to check out Coles Road Brewing“

“One of my favorite places in New Britain. Great pandebono. I love the food. The prices are very reasonable for the portions. The servers are very friendly, especially Brian the manager. Definitely a hidden gem on NB. The only thing is that sometimes the music is too loud, but other than that I have no complaints.“

“We love Josies ! From the home made bread and muffins to the great staff we always have a great time .“

“Love this place. The scenery was beautiful. The wine was delicious and the staff was very friendly. The pizza from Inferno pizza truck was super yummy Will definitely be going back next time. We’re in town.“

“absolutely friggin amazing pie 10/10“

“my fiance and i decided to try last night, and we loved them! i don't normally like sushi, but i'm pregnant and was craving it so the california roll that comes in the dinner box was a safe choice and it was AMAZING! we will definitely be returning! our new favorite food spot!“

“Factory Square is a huge old factory that was converted into a mixed-use space. Parking was free and plentiful; you have the option to park on street or in their huge lot. It's located on a paved bike trail too; the entrance by the bike path didn't have an elevator but on the side entrance, there was one. The space was spacious, loved the exposed pipes, bricks, and the historic feel.

There were a few businesses that we visited on this occasion. The first one was Perkatory Coffee for some caffeine; then Rosie's Royal chocolate for some sweets; then The Lab for lunch; finally, Witchcraft Brewery for a beer. Service from these places were great. There were tables and seats in the hallway you can dine and relax at. Other businesses include, a bakery, a pet shop, CrossFit, escape room, arcade, etc.

I think this is a great use of space and a fun spot to hang out at. I loved all the options there. I think they're constantly adding new businesses too. Overall, a fun spot and worth the visit!“

“Love the ciders every time I come here. And dog friendly too! Def my favorite ciders!!“

“The food and ice cream was delicious! also, friendly customer service will be back.“

“Awesome Beer! Super friendly staff!
Mark the head brewer and owner will make you feel right at home.
Played in the Inaugural Skee-Ball Tournament in the winter of 2025.
Great time. Well organized.
AND ON top of that- Relic has over 20 pinball machines. You’ll love the beer, the people and the pinball. Hooray for Relic Brewing it helped me get through the winter.“

“We go often. Even took out of state family visiting and they loved the food. They are reasonably priced (hopefully to stay) and you leave full. Friendly and clean.“

“Delicious americano.. And friendly barista!“

“Delicious homemade ice cream and friendly service! I think the Cookie Monster is my favorite, or the toasted almond… they are all so good I really can’t decide. Definitely check this place out for a cool sweet treat.“

“Volunteering during at one of their harvest day events. I had a great time and met a lot of great people!!!“

“Excellent customer service. Lattes had a good flavor and we're not acidic. There are numerous options on the menu from smoothies to match and tea. The menu does not have food. The line is a little confusing and we were not close enough to scan the QR code which is a little strange to me so when we got to the customer service person we didn't know what we wanted. She was super helpful and very nice. Our order was perfect and we really enjoyed the lattes.“

“Mid afternoon meet up with friends. Staff was amazing and very attentive. Also split all our tabs without even us asking to. So nice

Great local and regional beer options

The grilled chicken and veggie wraps and sandwiches were perfect

The Tavern fries were so good. Highly recommend“

“A reliable source for yummy fresh pizza or meals!! I love the pizza by the slice, garlic knots and desserts.“

“Cupcakes are very good. Not too much topping and cake is moist. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend!“

“Jenn was super responsive and accommodating for ordering, packaging, and delivering! Everything we ordered was fresh, delicious, and very reasonably priced! The Cinnamon star bread is not only my new favorite treat but it was beautiful! We will definitely be ordering again and again!“

“I just got married at Kinsmen Brewing and wow! The food, the space, the stage, the decor....It was an absolute pleasure working with Michele. Everyone was so nice and the day was executed perfectly. People walked out of there saying it was the best wedding they ever been to. I'm so glad I chose Kinsmen!!!“