50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Wilmington

“Have been wanting to try this little spot in Wilmington! Super cute spot inside & out back patio area. Food & drinks were so good! We had a few starters, a sandwich, & drinks all delicious! Recommend the Onion Dip & Brussel Sprouts! Great customer service from Darian. too! Definitely will be back soon!“

“A must! Try the blueberry pancakes. The staff rocks. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We made reservations at the Little Dipper to celebrate my daughter's birthday. We were immediately seated and there was a card on the table that said Happy Birthday! My daughter loved it! We opted to do 2 small bowls of different cheeses- the Tuscany Sun-dried Tomato and the Cheddar Ale. Both were delicious! We were thrilled that they were able to accommodate my daughter's garlic allergy and leave that out of both cheeses. We then followed that with 2 small chocolate bowls- the Black and Tan and a plain Dark Chocolate- with the classic dippers. I joked with our server about needing a to go cup for the left over chocolate so I could drink it with a straw and she brought us take out bowls! Overall we felt well taken care of, enjoyed incredible fondue, and left feeling happy.“

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

“Best Java Chip Frappe I have ever had! We will absolutely be back to this coffee shop!“

“I love WBB! My family and I come every time we visit the area. Kellie is 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!“

“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!!!!.“

“Awesome coffee and great knowledge of their products! We have been going there regularly for a little over a year and have never been disappointed!“

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

“This is our second visit to Maroon Monkey Coffee and it has become my new favorite local coffee shop. Coffee is delicious, coffee cake & muffins are fantastic, and Emily is so friendly and helpful!! Definitely recommend stopping by here while downtown.“

“Such a hidden gem. I had a hoppy wife IPA and it was crisp and refreshing. I'll definitely be back soon!“

“amazing food and service. shocked how great the food was and how kid friendly it was at lunch time.“

“This is near my home and is always packed no matter the time of day. My wife and I decided to stop and check it out. The pastries were very good but limited. The cappuccino and green tea was good but the restaurant was loud due to all the hard surfaces. The outside garden was nice but not outstanding. So we left just as confused as when we arrived. We would go back one day and give it another try.“

“Folks Cafe is the best! The owners are so sweet and we had the best breakfast. Truly a highlight of our trip to Wilmington“

“dog friendly, great service, amazing drinks, what more could you ask for?“

“THANK YOU Candance for taking such good care of me this week by taking my food allergies seriously. She was AMAZING with ensuring my meal did not contain any of my food allergies, which allowed me to enjoy my dinner stress-free. It was my first time ever visiting the restaurant and I'll definitely go back.“

“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“

“K38 on Carolina Beach Rd…. Great food, great prices and the staff is the best part. Ask for Emma!!!! If she is not on duty ask for Alexa….“

“From Waianae Hawai’i, kanaka born and raised and been in Wilmington about a month or two. They musubi was kinda small compared to normal musubi’s but was good 😊, tried the Lava flow which was supposed to be like the spicy ahi poke was didn’t get the habanero stuff but got everything else. Tasted FRESHHHHHH which is very hard apparently for other places around here! So that’s a big winnahz!!!! FRESHHHHHH FISH!!!!! besides the adding of the eal sauce it tasted just like the regular spicy ahi poke you would get from Foodland back home. Or actually no it’s Tamura’s quality and if you know they got the best!!! So that’s says a lot. The furikake had a bit too much sesame for me but you know how they do. They are limited on the aloha juices but they got the good ones. They get hawai’i kine beer too. But overall was nice and good food, the dude that makes the stuff is nice he showed me the ahi and answered any question I had bc when you first see the menu it is VERY CONFUSING….. it’s not like back home at all. Very different but once explained you’ll get it! Nice ppl and Onolicious food! Not bad on pricing for da bowl either was normal size! Not much Hawaiian quality food this way or kanaka ran places but this one is good! 🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾 and they got merch too! Not like haole style food it’s kanaka style!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥“

“Too many positives to mention. Friendly and attentive staff, high quality and delicious food and a great atmosphere“

“Flytrap is a great spot! We stopped through on our way to Oak Island and we needed a place with an outdoor space for our dogs and baby to move around. The beer was really good and the beer garden was lovely. Definitely dog and baby friendly.

I also left my glasses in the bathroom when I was changing out of my travel clothes and Karissa went through the trouble of mailing them back to us in Baltimore! I could not be more grateful. It will absolutely become an annual pit stop for us during our trips to NC! Thanks, Flytrap!“

“Was there on Saturday afternoon and was a great place to hang out. Preston the bartender was the best! Will be going back for sure!!“

“I recently visited Mission Barbeque and had an amazing dining experience. When I approached the counter, I told Kayla to surprise me with her choice of meal, and she truly delivered! She picked out a combination platter that featured succulent pulled pork, tender brisket, and juicy chicken, along with perfectly seasoned sides of mac and cheese and green beans. The flavors were outstanding, and each bite was a delight. The service was friendly and attentive, making the meal even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Mission Barbeque and suggest letting Kayla surprise you with her fantastic meal selections!“

“Food and service were fabulous, our server Nick went over the top to help our large group and kept us informed when there were delays in ordering and receiving food. However, parking continues to be a nightmare at this location and I likely won't be going again until that improves“

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

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

“My partner & I are checking out as many local coffee shops as possible this year. We found yours on vacation. (We are from OH) Your shop had immaculate vibes and the coffee was amazing. Reminded me of my childhood mixed with inclusivity that the 90s lacked. Awesome.“

“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“

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

“I usually go to the Bean for coffee but just tried a smoothie yesterday. It was literally the best smoothie I have ever had. The lady at the window was super patient with my questions!!! I got the mango/strawberry. It was ridiculous!!!! Will definitely get that again.“

“Incredible service, incredible food, incredible care! You can tell the owner abs everyone who works here enjoys what they do and have taken the time to ensure every customer is taken care of as a top priority!! Best fries in town and anything you get on the menu is a delicious win!! 10/10 and that’s rare these days!!“

“Incredible selection and the vibes are always the best. Beautiful place inside and out 👍“

“Good service and food from JD“

“My party I was with decided to end the night early and not grab a round due to a couple in our group not needing more drinks. I will say I am very appreciative of the bar tender who gave me 2 water bottles and would not take my credit card. I will make sure we start our night at that bar next time a bunch of us go out. Thank you and you guys are awesome. ?“

“This lovely, inviting spot is an experience! The servers are friendly and welcoming, tending to the smallest details. And the FOOD?! Puh-LEEZ don’t get my started because I’ll be here for days. Let me access some adjectives: creative, TASTY, innovative, comforting, pleasing, surprising, satiating and FUN. The flavors just keep happening and the price point is generous. Give yourself some love and visit this cozy, clean, marvelous spot. You’ll leave happier than you arrived!“

“I really enjoy the people and the overall atmosphere here. Came to Grinders quite often when I first moved back to Wilmington. However, Grinders has always been on the high end for prices. Just got my first Dirty Chai over 8 dollars in Wilmington! I didn’t mind that it was made iced instead of hot as I requested but the prices are pretty ridiculous for the area. Go to Bespoke or Casablanca, get the same ambience and mucchhh more affordable coffee in my opinion!“

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

“I love Capt’n Bills, feels like home here! A great place to sit back relax with a beer or cocktail, or jump in a game! One of my absolute favorite places in Wilmington. Plus, they're dog friendly!“

“I think their food is good, however everytime we go when we're on vacation they screw up our order. Doesn't matter what location.“

“Best breakfast [Original] Best breakfast“

“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!“

“Great coffee and atmosphere. Staff was friendly and even gave my doggie a pup cup! 💕“

“the absolute best burger. hot food and fast.“

“I had the Bombshell and it was AMAZING! 10/10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND 💯“

“These sons of fishes won't stop making great beer. From the Second Cove IPA to the Danger Berry Blonde Ale, I can't stop; nay won't stop believing this may be the bestest beer in town. Don't even get me started on Thursday evening party fun time! 11/10 would recommend.“

“I’m absolutely in love with their delicious Italian cuisines. It’s honestly, in my opinion the best in Wilmington. The staff are super nice! Especially, Al and Haily, because I’ve personally have met them both. Wilmington please try this restaurant to keep it going for years to come. My precious granddaughter loves it also. Thanks for all the hard work y’all put into making those mouth watering entrees. ????????“

“I tried Mess hall today for the first time. Yummy! The best burger ever. I don’t usually eat a whole burger. But today I did. Highly recommend.“

“Always a good meal with great service“

“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!“