50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Louisville

“We went for brunch! It was heavenly. The espresso martini didn’t depresso. Excellent! My Hubby had a dish with their red sauce & I cannot wait to return for dinner for THAT sauce.“

“"Sting Like a Bee" with a side of their special ranch was top tier! I will absolutely be back and the service was great as well.“

“I'm not drinking anywhere but here. The bartender was super friendly. You dont see natural care and concern in ther service industry at this caliber.. I watched him offer a patron a ride come as well as after offering me a menu of a local spit--- offering me his personal food. I've never walked in an establishment and had the vibe scream "family" so loudly. Nothing but love here.“

“Just had a wonderful flight of fantastic bourbon and amazing conversation with Willow and Josh! What a fun place and a cool vibe at the bar! The bourbon selection is great- I highly recommend trying several and then taking them home! I’ll definitely be back again.“

“So much easier on our emotions than visiting a shelter, so you can interact with the fur babies and relax until you reach a decision. Great coffee from Quill's Coffee and yummy snacks! Amazing volunteers who help to make the entire experience very relaxed and chill.“

“I love it but my last visit was ruined by a terrible manager, Middletown location do not know if we will go back, she really ruined our whole experience“

“Joey was THE best!!! BEST service and BEST food I’ve ever had here. 13/10!!!!!“

“EXCELLENT food! Great portions. The salads are fresh and the chicken is flavorful and tender. My go to dish is the Athenian broiled chicken. It’s out of this world delicious. I haven’t written a review for any restaurant in a while but had to post about this place bc it is amazing. Definitely recommend but I kind of hope this place doesn’t get too busy! It’s such a gem 💎“

“Excellent food. The pork today was crazy good. Actually we tried all 3 meats and they were all great. Tres Leche is always good. If you like Cuban food or Argentinian then you should definitely try this place“

“So glad I found this spot! Great flavors, great deal! Bring the whole family! Lots of options not just froyo“

“Big thank you Shippingport for giving our neighborhood a cool place to hang out. Great beers Greater people!“

“Best Burger I've had in Louisville. WHY is this only a food truck down town. Wish there was on in JTOWN. :) LOVE IT“

“You won't regret it! Delish!“

“We were wedding planners for a wedding on May 11th, the staff that worked the wedding from the restaurant were absolutely phenomenal. Couldn’t believe how out of their way they went to help. Thank you all for everything.“

“i follow a blogger on youtube that travels the world. he is visiting Ethiopia and through watching it learned that Ethiopia is the birthplace of coffee. So i googled Ethiopian coffee shops in Louisville and found Abol cafe. visited today and had some pour over coffee, it was the best coffe i've ever had, and i have tried coffee everywhere!!!! believe me when I say this place has the best Coffee around. This place more than exceeded my expectations of Ethiooian Coffee!!!! I will be visiting this place alot more.“

“Beer is amazing and the atmosphere is even better“

“We stopped by here today on our way home with our yellow lab Hawk and they were so awesome to us. The owner even came out and sat with us for a bit. Hawk was a star and loved his water bowl and his French fries. The food was awesome and atmosphere. Great. Our waiter was awesome as well. Thank you!“

“Amazing food and great service!“

“The chef is a genius. The soups are outstanding. I have never had one that wasn't absolutely delicious. The tuna is great and the meat sandwiches are not skimpy. Ever have the opportunity to visit you will not be disappointed“

“Great experience away from the tourist traps. They bring Whiskey to a art form. Hidden gem in my opinion.“

“The sours are all fire! The novelty beers were hot or miss but the ones that are good were super fun and creative, all quite sweet though. I didn't try any of the more conventional beers so these might be good too. The atmosphere is super cute!“

“Really enjoyed our visit at Zombie Taco’s. The bartender Justin was great and made some delicious drinks“

“Excellent whole-bean coffee; best anywhere! Fantastic ethic, excellent customer service.“

“Club K9 is a super chill place to take your pups!“

“Amazing selection of flavors!!! 💙“

“Nice little place, tasty beer! Can’t believe it took me this long to get there!“

“The "atmosphere" is fine... The tables and chairs look and feel like they belong in an 80s pizzeria, and are showing the wear and tear of being older, outdated, and not the best. And if that makes you not want to eat here, you are a damaged person... This food is amazing. As in, making a good run for best burgers in the city amazing. The prices are reasonable, the selection has something for everybody, and the staff are wonderful. But... My friend, Bro, Dude, Bruh... The food... This is 'why didn't anybody tell me it was this good' level. This is 'why did I wait so long to try it' level. If you haven't been here for the food, you are failing at life“

“This restaurant really surprised me!
I love Roman soup and know a good one when I taste it—these guys know how to make it right. Definitely a 10/10! Great service, and a big shoutout to our server, Daniel—thank you for making everything so comfortable and professional. It was a pleasure dining here, and most importantly, the food was delicious!“

“We did the Mothers Day Brunch and Paddle. It was amazing. I was nervous with it being on the Ohio River but it was great! The scenery was amazing! The half sunken Barge- WOW!!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Cheese & Vibes? Say Less. I walked into Cultured thinking I’d have a cute little cheese moment—and walked out a full-blown dairy enthusiast. 🧀✨ If you love great wine, perfectly curated cheese boards, and an atmosphere that makes you feel effortlessly cool, welcome to your new obsession. The selection?? Next level. Every cheese, every pairing, every sip of wine feels intentional, elevated, and just straight-up delicious. Like, I took one bite and immediately started questioning why I ever settled for basic grocery store cheese. (I’ve changed. I’m different now.) And the vibe?? Absolutely flawless. It’s giving "I’m sophisticated but also fun"—the kind of place where you could have a romantic date, a gossip-filled wine night, or just sit alone and pretend you’re the mysterious lead in an indie film. 🎭🍷 Final thoughts? Cultured isn’t just a wine & cheese shop—it’s a lifestyle. If you haven’t been yet, grab your people (or just yourself, no shame) and go treat your taste buds to something truly elite. 🧀🍷🔥“

“Cool place!!! Great beer and burgers!!!“

“One of the beds burgers in Louisville. Really good crispy fries. Atmosphere is laid back and then some. Service was friendly but could have been a little more attentive. Minor complaint. It’s a great place to go for a burger and a beer. I will return.“

“Our office had the best holiday get together at Molly Malone’s today. We reached out just a couple of weeks ago and asked if the kitchen could accommodate various dietary restrictions, and you guys totally came through for us. I had the best vegan shepherd’s pie of my life and can’t wait to come back for more. Thank you all so very much for making today go great for us. Everyone raved about the food. Thanks again, and we’ll be back soon!“

“I love independent coffee shops like this. Always so quirky and interesting in layout and atmosphere. Was crowded without FEELING crowded. I had a tea and a coffee. Both delicious. Was here for a business chat. Will definitely come back when I’m in Louisville again this summer.“

“Very good food🌮😋 I will definitely return“

“The cold brew is very good and they carry Blue Dog eats, both sweet and savory. Unfortunately, espresso-tonics are not currently offered here, but that's not abig deal. (Though, espresso-tonics are arguably the best coffee drinks for hot weather, which is definitely on its way.) My experience here was quite nice and I plan on returning.

The most impressive attribute of this place is its capaciousness. They have ample street level and second story seating, including both a street level patio and a balcony patio. The second story space even has a screen and overhead projector. It would be perfect for small-to-medium sized business meetings.“

“Walked in today right as the owner was closing. He had already cleaned all equipment and once I noticed and apologized for walking in so late, he encouraged me to stay and offered to make me a shake and tea combo. It's rare today to not get turned away at close and I greatly appreciated the hospitality. And the shake and tea were fantastic; I feel much better!“

“Fun trivia on Wednesday’s!“

“Great staff and ambiance — dog friendly!“

“Came all the way from Minnesota for the best Beaver nachos in the country!“

“I’ve been to 2 different 7Brew locations, Fort Walton Beach and Mobile. Both locations had super friendly staff and great coffee! Glad to have some choices in town!!“

“Best wine bar around!! 🥂🍾❤️“

“This fish plate was excellently prepared. Lightly breaded and cooked to perfection. Came in a glass and served with beans as shown. Would recommend anyone looking for a Greta place to swim, this is your place. The tour guide was very knowledgeable of the local architecture as we rode the tank around through the cave areas.“

“We were in town for a bourbon trail trip, for which we used Matson & Gilman for our trip planning. Part of our itinerary was a private / guided tasting at Trouble Bar. Our hose, Nicole, was extremely engaging, knowledgeable, and passionate about the pours that we had and answered all of our questions. We had a great time here and would recommend it to anyone in the area.“

“Our Easter Brunch was outstanding. Sandy had the beef and I had the lamb chops. Both were delicious. We each had the tomato and goat cheese tart for an appetizer. We've had it before and it is a special treat. The chocolate flourless cake is a French specialty that you can't get many places. It's rich and wonderful. The service was friendly as always. It was prompt but not rushed. Everything was terrific and made for a wonderful Easter celebration.“

“Burgers were great. Those fries though…SO FREAKING GOOD! Randomly found this place while visiting from Pittsburgh. Will come back if we are ever back in the area!“

“We were wedding planners for a wedding on May 11th, the staff that worked the wedding from the restaurant were absolutely phenomenal. Couldn’t believe how out of their way they went to help. Thank you all for everything.“

“Great place to hang out with friends and family great pizza and cold beer“

“Really yummy I love the steak and beef tongue very tender!! Plus they don't use american cheese. Really like the service as well1 I'm sure what ever you order will be delicious. Stop by and check them out!“

“Best most authentic pupusas in louisville!!! Always fresh and hot! Super friendly staff!“