50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Leland

“First stop at this shop on the corner. The food was great. Burgers, dogs, chips and onion rings. The service was great. Can’t wait to stop by again!“

“This is a great place! Good people, good Beer and a good time. Saw the Carolina Jazz Band there last week. They were great!“

“My family hosted a retirement party for me in the event room this weekend. Planning with Mallory was a breeze! Food was plentiful and delicious! Service was amazing! Highly recommend!“

“First time eating here. Shane was our server, he was great! I had the Reuben and my husband had the Club. Both were delicious. There was no wait time, was seated right away. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely come back.“

“Second time this week we have visited. Both times the staff were extremely friendly and the food was outstanding. Definitely worth trying, this is my new breakfast spot.“

“Thank you for catering our Gore family reunion on Saturday, April 26 2025. The service and food were both AMAZING and DELICIOUS! 10 out of 10 stars!“

“It’s been a long time since we’ve eaten at PT’s in Magnolia Greens. They have new ownership since our last visit, and it was noticeable. The staff was friendly and efficient, the restaurant & bathrooms were clean and our burger and fries were excellent! The place was busy for this Memorial Day weekend, but we were served well. Best burgers in town!“

“The beef on weck was great! Being from Buffalo, I really enjoyed it!!“

“We came with our dog and the staff was so friendly! The outdoor seating was shaded and felt wonderfully cool for a 90 degree day! I had the smash burger. The Black Forest ham set this smash burger off to the next level! So good!“

“What an awesome little dinosaur themed coffee shop. It was great for everyone and the coffee was amazing!“

“Awesome pizza! We just moved to Wilmington and we have been searching for a good pizza. Don Luca’s was real homemade pizza with two great dipping oils to add a special delicious touch! Plus Tony the owner is dedicated to his food and to his customers!!!!.“

“My husband and I stopped in on my birthday a few days ago, just before a tour of Tric. I'm a HUGE One Tree Hill fan, so I was hoping they might have a paper cup still lingering around from when they were Karen's Cafe for the reunion two weeks prior. They didn't, but they were so sweet and ended up giving me a mug and stickers for free. They also recommended The Christmas Cookie, and it was AMAZING. I plan to return next time I'm in town. Thank you Maroon Monkey! You guys are truly the best!“

“We had the most fun at Fermental yesterday evening! They welcomed us to their great indoor and outdoor space where we enjoyed food we brought in along with Fermental fabulous selection of beer and wine. I especially loved the frose’. We will be back whenever we are in Wilmington!“

“Stopped there for brunch today. It was incredible! I had the Mediterranean Scramble.“

“Incredible food, very flavorful and perfect. oysters on half shell the best I had ever eaten. 10 out of 10 on service and experience. It was worth it!!!“

“We stopped here twice in one day because it was that good. The banana ball was so good and my daughter LOVED their beignets. Their frappe was the best she has ever had. The dirty hippie was my favorite drink. We had to grab one of their donuts as literally just staring at them is mouth watering. The staff is so friendly and welcoming we love the vibe of the entire place. This place is a must if you are in Wilmington and it's vegan friendly. Hands down best customer service and coffee“

“Love coffee, so Blue Cup Roastery is my place to go when I visit Wilmington. I highly recommend it.“

“We were visiting from Michigan recently. And we were looking for a cool cafe. Down the street from where we were staying was Folks Cafe. We went in. OMG what a cool place. The owner Tammy is so nice and full of energy. We in fact went twice. If ever in the Wilmington area and looking for a cool, great food, great coffee and especially great friendly service FOLKS is the place.“

“Chill atmosphere with a variety of alcohol options. Reasonably priced & the employees are super friendly.“

“One of my favorite places !! The beer is great .. the service is always friendly … these days I only return & spend my money at places w/ good service and Fly Trap is very consistent!!! We were there last night and the bartender came out to light the fire pit for us - I wish I counselor remember her name .. Cheryl ? Maybe … she was very patient and even made sure that everything was OK!!
One of my new favorite places to visit !!
Oh .. Did I mention that they are dog friendly and on Tuesdays all pours are 4. bucks !!“

“Great place...great atmosphere...love the ping pong.. 🏓🏓🏓“

“Wonderful beer, friendly staff and a great location.“

“Good service and food from JD“

“I don’t often feel strongly enough to leave reviews but I loved this place and want to recognize our server, Melissa! Me and my boyfriend visited Wilmington on a trip celebrating our anniversary, and we decided to come here because neither of us have ever had fondue. This was a great experience for both us and also a great date night! Our server was Melissa, and she recommended our broth and also my dipping sauces, which were all great. She really knows the menu well and what pairs with what. The choices can be overwhelming, especially for our first time at a fondue restaurant, but she is very patient and helpful. She is a great bartender too, my boyfriend really loved the Manhattan she made him and I also loved the drink she made me, which is saying a lot because I am very sensitive to alcohol. This place is also very fairly priced for the amount of food you receive. Great environment, food, and experience!“

“Was in Wilmington looking for a place to eat this place sounded good. I wasn't disappointed, food was really good and the service was great. Riley did a great job.“

“We had our annual Wandetlust Wilmington 2.0 Super Bowl party at Eagles Dare 2-9-25. Joe Apkarian the owner and his team were beyond superb for us all. We had a catered event there for almost 100 members of the group. The place was ready to rock and roll when we started to arrive. Joe was very accommodating in our set up of the room. The three bartenders Shelby, Gillian, and AJ were spot on with great customer service, attentive, and made wonderful drinks!! (They were so good I gave each one a personal tip and tipped again on my bill) Joe’s selection of the caterer was beyond expectation. Delivery was on time as well as the second refresh. He used Dough House Pizza Company” downtown. All the attendees could not stop praising the food. The place just made 100 new customers. In closing if you have a need for an event Joe and the Eagles Dare team needs to be your first stop. If anyone wants any personal info about the establishment feel free to DM me!!! Thanks again Joe and Team Sam“

“Awesome atmosphere, food, drinks, and staff! Highly recommend 10/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Duck and Dive Bar is such a gem! The vibe is laid-back and welcoming, perfect for a night out with friends or just relaxing with a drink. The bartenders are friendly and really know how to mix a great cocktail, and the food hits the spot every time. It’s the kind of place you can easily lose track of time in because the atmosphere is just that good.“

“Great Italian ice location the kids love it and the flavors are awesome.“

“This is the best place to have coffee, work and just take a minute to relax…“

“Amazing venue. Nice employees. great drinks. they get some good talent in there too. 💙“

“Coffee is delish and the staff is always genuinely friendly! ☕️❤️“

“A cute little neighborhood dig. GREAT locally roasted coffee. Their coldbrew is off the charts. A mix of nostalgia and eclectic novelty makes the perfect cozy, spot for your coffee shop adventures. They have catered local food that is good in a hunch (don’t expect a full food menu there is no kitchen). A wide menu and even beer & wine! I love their outdoor bistro tables on a sunny day. Always shaded.“

“We loved that this place is so dog friendly! We struggle to find cute places that allow pups inside. It was a great experience. The bagels and coffee were great too!“

“The waffle bowl is my favorite and their banana pudding is the BEST I've ever had!“

“Absolutely LOVE this place! they have a whole board dedicated to listing their gluten free beers, the margaritas are always delicious, plenty of spacious seating especially for larger groups, pretty outdoor area, AND it’s connected to a taco place that has lots of gluten free and vegetarian options as well! Only thing I’d really love to see added is Tap to Pay/Contactless as a payment option“

“Great food and amazing service.“

“Excellent food, burgers made to order and very fresh, crispy tots. The staff were friendly and helpful. I can't believe we've waited so long to try the Mess Hall. We willbe back!“

“Never know what you'll see. Amazing is frequently on the list.“

“Very good. Lots of vegetarian and almost vegetarian choices“

“Such a great affordable selection of fresh seafood! The staff is always great and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!“

“One of our first little stops while visiting Wilmington. Alex the bartender was an absolute god send ! Chill dude and great conversation. The crowd of customers matched the vibe too, we met some good people. a night for the books for us. Thank you again, Alex ! 🍻“

“10/10 recommend and affordable! Sampling is an awesome addition, coffee and honey comb flavor were very good! I chose tiramisu and pistachio (definitely my favorite)! Perfect view by the riverwalk, cute environment indoors! Pleasant, considerate staff! Must go!“

“Good food and good brews.“

“First time in Wilmington and was looking for a place with a smart, friendly, diverse crowd among whom to have a drink. Tried several places, but this one is it, hands down. Great jukebox and great people there to make those selections. Even the drink prices are right. If you're in my shoes sometime, save yourself some walking and head straight here.“

“The coffee is delicious. The service is amazing. It’s owned by women. 💕👌🏽“

“Best family pub by also late night without the kids spot. Great conversation“

“My wife and I love this place as John is perhaps the best bartender we’ve ever had! Anything you like and he will hand craft it for you fast and fresh. Christina is also one of the best bartenders we’ve had as she’s friendly, attentive and holds a great conversation! We will definitely keep coming back for years to come. Thank you John and Christina you two represent yourselves and Gazebo Bar exceptionally!“

“Love it !! And a plus they are child friendly!!!“

“Great cocktails, a varied wine list, outstanding food, fun music and relaxed atmosphere. So glad we had dinner here!“