It’s Yappy-Hour Somewhere: Dog Friendly Dining in Spartanburg
Spend Quality Time with Your Canine Companion
With warmer weather and longer days, it is the perfect opportunity to spend quality time with our canine companions. Upstate South Carolina is known for its dog-friendly atmosphere, featuring outdoor seating at various locations, designated potty stations, and even the provision of water bowls in several communal areas. Notably, establishments such as restaurants, parks, and event spaces welcome both you and your furry friend, given that your dog is leashed and vaccinated.
The Terrace: A Dining Haven for Dogs
If you find yourself traveling with your dog in Spartanburg, the local Marriott hotel located at 299 N. Church St. goes beyond just being pet-friendly. Hotel’s restaurant – The Terrace, provides an extensive pet-friendly dining menu along with outdoor seating and fire pits for a relaxing evening.
The special meal offerings include scrumptiously cooked salmon, hamburger patties, boiled sweet potatoes, and peas. If that doesn’t sound tantalizing enough for your canine friend, the restaurant also serves desserts made of peanut butter puree and seasonal fruits, handpicked to be safe and enjoyable for dogs. The Bark menu at The Terrace aims to provide pets with tasty and nutritious meals while simultaneously minimizing kitchen waste.
Dog-friendly Downtown Spartanburg
As the weather gets warmer, many local establishments set up outdoor seating to enjoy the splendid days. Walking downtown with your dog enables you to meet other pet enthusiasts in the area. With about 30 dogs spotted each weekend in downtown Spartanburg alone, it’s easily the best spot to hang out with your dog.
Outdoor seating is available at many downtown Spartanburg restaurants including Burgär, Monsoon Noodle House, Mezcal Taberna Mexican, Cribb’s Kitchen, Delaney’s Irish Pub, Fr8Yard, and Ciclops Brewery. The Fr8yard at 125 E. Main St. even hosts Yappy Hours, special events for dogs and their owners, on the first and third Wednesdays of every month, with proceeds benefiting the Spartanburg Humane Society.
Barkery Bistro and Unleashed, Dog Bar
Serving the Upstate community for over 15 years, The Barkery Bistro provides homemade treats, grooming services, organic toys, fashionable accessories, and even parties for your dog. The Unleashed Dog Bar located on 69 Rocky Slope Road, Greenville. The venue provides a rugged, free-space for dogs to play and socialize, hosting weekly events such as dog pool days, Pride “Pawties”, and bingo nights.
Dog-friendly Dining in Downtown Anderson
In Downtown Anderson, establishments like the Growler Haus and Raines on Main offer dog-friendly seating and meals, providing a comfortable and welcoming environment for you and your pet. Growler Haus, located at 313 N. Main St. in Anderson, even has multiple beer options for humans and pet treats for their pups.
Mary Black Rail Trail and Fretwell: Enhancing Spartanburg’s Dog-friendly Vibes
The Mary Black Rail Trail, a four-mile trail equipped with dog stations, is a great spot for dog walkers. Fretwell, located at 101 Fretwell St. in Spartanburg, is an outdoor venue providing live music and food trucks. It also offers complimentary whipped cream cups for dogs, enabling your pup to have a sweet treat with you. With the Rail Trail Dog Park at 424 Kennedy St., Spartanburg, you can let your dog run around and interact with other dogs, making it a great place to wind down and relax.
