8 Awesome Dog-Friendly Places In Tampa
The summer season is coming up, which means this is the perfect time to go on an adventure with your furry friend! So they don’t feel excluded from any activity, you should go somewhere dog-friendly. Fortunately, several super fun areas in the United States cater to canines, like Tampa, Florida. Here are some places you and your dog will love in this coastal city.
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Picnic Island Beach Dog Park
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If your furry friend is a fiend for water, look no further than Picnic Island Beach Dog Park. Your canine companion can frolic on the sand and catch some waves.
Davis Islands Dog Park
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Davis Islands Dog Park is also a great place for your canine companion to have fun on the beach.
Two Shepherds Taproom
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As the name implies, Two Shepherds Taproom welcomes canine companions with open arms. This establishment, located on Grady Ave., is best described as a swanky dog park that happens to sell craft beer. You can watch your furry friend play with other pups as you sip on a cold one.
Mad Dogs & Englishmen
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As you go down this list, you’ll notice there are several dog-themed establishments, such as Mad Dogs & Englishmen. This dog-friendly pub is known for its delicious seafood, specifically its award-winning fish and chips, crab cakes, and seared salmon.
The Dog Saloon
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This local dive bar caters to sports lovers of the human and canine variety.
Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park
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The Deputy Kotfila Memorial Dog Park is perfect for pups who like to get a little creative during their playtime. The expansive area has unique apparatuses that any adventurous furry friend is sure to love. The park also has artificial turf, meaning you won’t get any grass stains, which is always a plus.
City Dog Cantina
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If you and your pooch love going to brunch, head over to City Dog Cantina, found at Kennedy Blvd. Locals love the restaurant’s breakfast tacos and fried chicken sandwiches.
The Sail Plaza
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The Sail at the Tampa Convention Center Plaza is the perfect spot to bring Spot for some late-night fun. The establishment, which is known for its cocktails, offers furry friends their very own pup cup. You may want to skip this suggestion if your pooch is sensitive to loud noises as the plaza often has free concerts.