Round of a-paws, please. From membership groups like Kansas City Dog Club to spoiling your pup with royal treatments at The Pet Ranch, Kansas City has a lot of love for our canine compatriots.

Whether you’re in need of a drinking paw-tner at a local brewery, a shopping buddy, or just dining companion, well bone appétit. This guide has 50+ dog-friendly spots around the metro.

Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly restaurants,pet-friendly hotels and events, too.

Breweries

Neville the dog sits smiling at Casual Animal Brewing. | Photo by @neville_wasabi.

Casual Animal Brewing Company, 1725 McGee St., KCMO | With the beers named after animals and giant murals of beasties, your dog will fit right in.

Strange Days Brewing Co., 316 Oak St., KCMO | The covered patio is great, but you'll find pups chilling underfoot in the taproom as well.

Border Brewing Company, 512 E. 18th St., KCMO | Dogs are regulars at this Crossroads brewery — either in the taproom or outside in the beer garden.

Honorable mentions (enclosed outdoor seating):

Brew Lab, 7925 Marty St., Overland Park
Brewery Emperial, 1829 Oak St., KCMO
Cinder Block Brewery, 110 E. 18th Ave., NKC
East Forty Brewing, 1201 W Main St., Blue Springs
KC Bier Co., 310 W. 79th St., KCMO
Martin City Brewing Company, multiple locations
Pathlight Brewing, 11200 W. 75th St., Shawnee

Wineries + Cideries

Somerset Ridge Vineyard & Winery, Martin City + Paola locations | Their Lucky Dog hard cider says it all.

Fence Stile Vineyards, Winery & Distillery, 31010 W. 124th St., Excelsior Springs | Dogs are welcome on the grounds.

Pirtle Winery, 502 Spring St., Weston | Pups can keep owners company during wine tasting tours.

Honorable mentions:

Amigoni Urban Winery, 1505 Genessee St., KCMO | There's a micro-patio around the side perfect for the pup.
KC Wine Co., 13875 S. Gardner Rd., Olathe | Check its events for specific dog-friendly weekends.

Restaurants

"Mom, put me down so I can play with my friends." | Photo by Sarah Schulte

Bar K, 501 Berkley Pkwy., KCMO| Brunch, lunch, and dinner with a full bar and beer garden — all this tasty food pairs nicely with the 2-acre dog park to give your pup plenty of playtime.

Chicken N Pickle, 1761 Burlington St., NKC | Pick(le) up a bucket of bags for cornhole, or grab a covered table with your pup.

Mixed Mutt Creamery, 108 S. Liberty St., Independence | Cold nose getting colder. Spoil your pet and yourself with both animal and human-friendly ice cream.

Velo Garage and Tap House, 1403 Swift St., NKC | This beer and pizza spot doubles as a bike shop and triples as a dog paradise (its enclosed patio is huge and includes yard games).

Brick House, 400 E 31st St., KCMO | Bar bites, drink specials, and a huge enclosed patio are all calling your dog's name.

Honorable mentions (outdoor seating):

The Westside Local, 1663 Summit St., KCMO
McLain's, various locations
Tavern, various locations

Check out our list of aesthetic patios for more dog-friendly options.

Hotels

Aloft Hotel, multiple locations | Dogs are gifted a complimentary bag of treats, plus a bed and a bowl.

Crossroads Hotel, 2101 Central St., KCMO | The $40 Woof Package includes bed and bowl, Three Dog Bakery treats, and a single pass to Bar K.

Hotel Indigo, two locations | One pet is allowed per room with a $75 fee.

See this extensive list for other overnighter policies.

Shopping Centers

Dogs are welcome at Scratch Gourmet Kitchen in Prairie Village Shopping Center. | Photo via LM Connect

Country Club Plaza, KCMO | Adjacent to Mill Creek Park and Brush Creek, the Plaza provides several options for patio-style relaxation; plus, Three Dog Bakery is a great place to shop for your furry friend.

Zona Rosa, KCMO | Have fun at North Park, dine on a patio, or stop inside stores like Dick's, known for welcoming dogs.

Legends Outlets, KCK | Chill on the turf lawn or wander the array of shops (individual store policies vary).

The Shops of Prairie Village, 6920 Mission Rd., Prairie Village | Your pup will be pleased with places like On The Ball, Hollywood Feed, and even Scratch Gourmet Kitchen.

Dog Parks

Layla loves a good fetch sesh at Shawnee Mission | Photo by Amanda Muney

Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area, 7900 Renner Rd., Shawnee | Fields, trails, and a beach — oh my.

Leawoof Dog Park, 106th Street + Lee Boulevard, Leawood | Shade trees, benches, and an obstacle course (with small and large dog sides).

Swope Park Off-Leash Dog Park, 5051 E. Gregory Blvd., KCMO | Five acres, big/small dog areas, dog/people water fountains, and plenty of trees.

Waggin' Trail Off-Leash Dog Park, 432 E. 32nd Ave., NKC | DYK? The path on the little dog side is shaped like a bone.

West Terrace Dog Park, 750 Pennsylvania Ave., KCMO | This members-only dog park ($50/year) offers sweeping views of KCK, the River Market, and the Missouri River.

CITYDOGs, 2401 Summit St., KCMO | This urban dog playground also offers boarding, training, and grooming services.

Penn Valley Off-Leash Dog Park, 2900 Wyandotte St., KCMO | This four-and-a-half-acre area opened in 2004 as the city's first dedicated dog park.

Platte Landing Dog Park, 300 S. Main St., Parkville | Adjacent to English Landing Park along the Missouri River, Platte Landing has five acres of separated dog park.

Happy Tails Park, 1251 SE Ranson Rd., Lee's Summit | Featuring agility equipment and kids' playgrounds.

Liberty Dog Park, 901 S. La Frenz Rd., Liberty | Obstacles, benches, water spigots, and a fire hydrant make this the perfect Northland spot for Spot.

Trails

Get your feet wet by visiting Blue River Parkway. | Photo by KCtoday

Wyandotte County Lake, KCK | Explore 19 miles of natural earth trail with picturesque lake views, campgrounds, and even a hidden mini beach.

Lake Jacomo, Jackson County | 27.5 miles of multi-use trails sprawl across deep woods, limestone bluffs, and lakeside views.

Cedar Lake Park, Olathe | This 57-acre community park includes a beautiful waterfall just beyond the dam.

Mill Creek Streamway Park, 19425 Wilder Dr., Shawnee | This a linear park has approximately 17 miles of pedestrian and bicycle trails.

Blue River Parkway, KCMO | Splish splash with your doggo through the shallow spots and enjoy semi-difficult trails once you cross to the other side.

Hidden Valley Park, 4029 Bellaire Ave., KCMO | A three-mile loop, perfect for that quick afternoon outing (with optional offshoots to elongate your stay).

Longview Lake Trail, 9898 Longview Rd., KCMO | An out-and-back paved trail providing scenic views from the bluffs above Little Blue River.

Indian Creek Trail, metro-wide | 26 miles of paved trail spans from KCMO to Olathe.

Trolley Track Trail, KCMO | 6 miles of crushed rock will take you from the Plaza down through Brookside and Waldo.

Bonus: Urban Hikes KC | Explore urban neighborhoods with walking tour guides (double check if your particular hike is dog-friendly. Ours was.)

Outfit your dog

Now that you know where you’re taking your furry friend, don’t forget to shop the best dog accessories and supplies to make your adventure a success.

Portable dog water bottle | A foldable water dispenser so you can keep your pup hydrated anywhere.
Dog seat belt | Keep your dog safe and secure while driving around town with a seat belt that hooks into their collar.
Collapsible food bowls with lids | Bring snacks or food for dogs in convenient collapsible bowls.
Plant-based dog wipes | Keep a pack of these in your car for an emergency grooming sessions.
Doggy Do Good waste bags | Stock up on our favorite brand of compostable waste bags.