Your Dog-Friendly Guide to Providence, RI
Fear not when traveling with your furry four-legged friend. They're welcome at plenty of places in the Greater Providence area.
As the weather warms up, lots of Providence restaurants extend their footprint by offering outdoor dining on their patios and sidewalks. From Angelo's on Federal Hill and Nicks on Broadway on the West Side, to downtown's Parkside Rotisserie & Bar and Hemenway's, dogs and diners are free to share a delicious al fresco meal.
The Courtland Club even has a cocktail especially made for your favorite canine! The Dogtail is a mix of chicken broth and pumpkin puree, and comes with a big tennis-ball-shaped ice cube perfect for crunching.
Pet-Friendly Dining Options
Some of the city's many breweries are also dog-friendly, including Union Station Brewery, located in the heart of downtown, which even offers a special Pooch Patio menu for your pup. Narragansett Brewery, just across the street from India Point Park, not only offers a dog-friendly patio but also incredible fresh-baked flatbreads and pretzels. Moniker Brewery, in the city's West End, features a pet wall with pics of their favorite pups and even a doggie bar with water and treats.
Cranston's Garden City Center is packed with plenty of retail and dining options in an open-air mall setting. Nearly two dozen stores are pet-friendly, as indicated by decals on their storefronts, while Bistro 22 and Chaska allow dogs to join diners on their patios.
Back in the capital city, head over to the Providence Flea at 195 District Park near the Pedestrian Bridge every Sunday from June through September and browse unique wares from dozens of carefully selected vendors with your pet in tow.
You might be surprised at some of the other fun adventures you and your doggo can have in the city. For your bibliophile canine, Books on the Square welcomes leashed pups as you browse their ever-growing shelves, while the Providence Athenaeum keeps a special stash of treats at the circulation desk. If you're feeling adventurous, enjoy a ride with La Gondola and explore the city from the Providence River with your furry first mate.
Pet-Friendly Things to Do
When you and Fido are ready to call it a night, don't settle for any ol' doggy bed. Aloft Providence Downtown offers all the comforts of home with their Animals R Fun (ARF) package, including a bowl, picker-upper bags, treats, toys and a bed. As an added bonus, proceeds from the ARF package benefit the Providence Animal Rescue League. Not to be outdone, The Beatrice offers a Pampered Pup package with an in-room dog bed and bowl plus tasty treats from Jack's Snacks. Check out their "Bark About Town Guide" for more fun things to do with your furry friend.
This is just a sampling of the Providence area's pet-friendly businesses. Remember, it's always best to check with individual businesses ahead of time before bringing along your pooch or any other critter.
Author
Greg Desrosiers
Greg Desrosiers is a freelance content strategist that loves sharing unique stories with his audience almost as much as he loves exploring the area's craft beer scene. Though he now resides in southeastern Massachusetts, Providence is forever in his heart. When he's not writing, you're bound to find him spending time with his wife Lindsey, and their son, Leo.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which restaurants allow dogs in Providence?
Many Providence restaurants welcome dogs on their outdoor patios and sidewalk seating, including Angelo's Civita Farnese, Nick's on Broadway, Parkside Rotisserie & Bar, and Hemenway's.
- Is there a bar in Providence with drinks for dogs?
Yes. The Courtland Club serves the Dogtail, a dog-friendly drink made with chicken broth and pumpkin puree, topped with a tennis-ball-shaped ice cube.
- Are Providence breweries dog friendly?
Several are. Union Station Brewery has a Pooch Patio menu, Narragansett Brewery has a dog-friendly patio, and Moniker Brewery offers a doggie bar with water and treats.
- Can I bring my dog shopping in the Providence area?
Yes. Nearly two dozen stores at Garden City Center in Cranston are pet friendly, marked by decals on their storefronts. Books on the Square in Providence also welcomes leashed dogs.
- Can I bring my dog on a gondola ride in Providence?
Yes. La Gondola welcomes dogs aboard its rides along the Providence River.
- Are there dog-friendly hotels in Providence?
Yes. Aloft Providence Downtown offers an ARF package with a bed, bowl, treats, and toys, and The Beatrice offers a Pampered Pup package with a dog bed, bowl, and treats.