Dining
Dog-Friendly Restaurants in London
Where to eat well with the dog in tow: the London restaurants and pubs that welcome both of you.
In short: our top picks are The Cow, The Harwood Arms and The Engineer. 5 places in total, chosen on merit, with the full reasoning below.
Eating out with a dog should not mean settling for a pavement table and an afterthought. Plenty of good London rooms genuinely welcome dogs, water bowl and all, without dropping their standards. These are the restaurants and pubs where both of you are properly looked after.
| Place | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|
| The Cow | Notting Hill | £££ |
| The Harwood Arms | Fulham | £££ |
| The Engineer | Primrose Hill | £££ |
| BrewDog | ££ | |
| Granger and Co | Notting Hill | £££ |
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Editor’s choice
The Cow
Why we pick itA proper dog-friendly gastropub; oysters and Guinness downstairs, the dog welcome at your feet.
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The Harwood Arms
Why we pick itLondons only Michelin-starred pub, and dogs are welcome in the bar; book well ahead.
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The Engineer
Why we pick itA Primrose Hill favourite with a garden; ideal after a walk on the hill with the dog.
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BrewDog
Why we pick itFamously dog-friendly across its bars, with water bowls and a relaxed welcome.
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Granger and Co
Why we pick itBright all-day rooms that happily seat dogs at the right tables; ask when you book.
Before you book
Always mention the dog when you book, as policies vary by room and by day. Aim for off-peak times when there is more space, and bring water and something to keep them settled. And reward the welcoming ones with your custom; the more we use them, the more there will be.
Common questions
What are the top picks in this guide?
The Cow is our editor's choice: A proper dog-friendly gastropub; oysters and Guinness downstairs, the dog welcome at your feet. The Cow, The Harwood Arms and The Engineer lead the guide, with 5 places in total, all chosen on merit.
How does Lamplit London choose its recommendations?
Every place is chosen on merit, after first-hand visits where possible, with no pay-for-placement. Read our full method at https://www.lamplitlondon.com/how-we-choose/.
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