Dog-Friendly Places In Bryan To Eat, Drink, & Shop!

Carney’s Pub & Grill

Midtown | 3410 South College Avenue | Open Monday-Saturday

Affectionately called just “Carney’s,” this spot has been a favorite among Bryan-College Station locals for years. Carney’s is located in the heart of the up-and-coming Midtown area, and provides full service in their astro-turf-covered back patio. Get to "Carney's" as soon as you can to enjoy great drinks, delicious burgers, tasty tacos, with your friends and doggos.

• Dog Policy: Leashed dogs are welcome on the spacious covered outdoor patio with water bowls often provided, though indoor dining is strictly restricted to humans.
  
• Best For: Craft beers, tacos, cocktails, burgers and a huge patio to enjoy and to let the kids play.
  
• Local Tip: Best place to watch Aggie away games with the largest outdoor TV screen in Bryan.

Blackwater Draw Brewing Co.

Historic Downtown Bryan | 701 North Main Street | Open Wednesday-Sunday

Blackwater Draw is a craft brewery & taproom at the north end of Historic Downtown Bryan that also happens to be home to one of the best food trucks in Aggieland, Blackwater Bites. They serve classic gastropub favorites, with some of the best fries you’ll find in the Brazos Valley. They often have live music, too, which of course pairs great with their signature brews.

• Dog Policy: Well-behaved, leashed dogs are always welcome on the Historic Downtown Bryan patio, where staff frequently offer fresh water bowls.
  
• Best For: Enjoying local beer just a few feet away from where it's brewed.
  
• Local Tip: Blackwater Draw Brewing Co. has board games you can borrow while you're there!

The Owl Pub & Grill

Historic Downtown Bryan | https://maps.app.goo.gl/kg4P7r... | Open Monday-Sunday

Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere and wide selection of food and drink at this neighborhood classic. Located in the heart of Bryan, The Owl has over a dozen on tap Beer options and classics like Pickle Chips and Soft Pretzels. This warm, inviting spot is the perfect place to meet with friends.

• Dog Policy: Pups are permitted in the outdoor patio area as long as they remain on a leash while you dine.
  
• Best For: A neighborhood bar feel with great pub food and better drinks
  
• Local Tip: Ask for a beer when the train rolls by, you'll get a discounted on what is known as "Train Beers"

The 101

Near Historic Downtown Bryan | 101 South Texas Avenue | Open Tuesday-Sunday

The 101 is a ice-house style bar, located in a fully renovated former service station in Historic Downtown Bryan. They’ve got an extensive beer list, great mixed drinks, and offer paninis & sandwiches. It’s a great space in any weather, but it’s perfect on a nice evening when they roll the doors up for an open-air experience!

• Dog Policy: Leashed dogs are welcome in the open-air outdoor venue area during social gatherings and live music events.
  
• Best For: Pups that love to listen to live music.
  
• Local Tip: Stop in on Wednesday for their daily happy hour and stay for Open Mic Night.

Messina Hof Winery

Boonville | 4545 Old Reliance Road | Open Daily

Located right in Bryan’s backyard, Messina Hof Winery is one of the most-renowned wineries in the state. Family owned and operated, Messina Hof has been producing top-rated Texas wines for over 40 years and offers wine tastings, winery tours, gourmet dining, and more in their wine bar, tasting room, and at The Vintage House Restaurant.

• Dog Policy: Dogs are welcome on property and may enjoy all outdoor areas while on a leash. All they ask is that you clean up after your pups while visiting.
• Best For: Experiencing the wine making process by dining on a working farm.
• Local Tip: Every Wednesday, enjoy a Hof Board and Bottle of wine for $40.

RX Pizza & Bar

Historic Downtown Bryan | 200 West 26th Street | Open Daily

With patio seating overlooking one of the most picturesque streets in Historic Downtown Bryan, RX Pizza strives to provide a unique environment for people to enjoy their leisure time. That’s why their serve their own favorites – hand-tossed brick oven pizza, craft beer, and some amazing craft cocktails.

• Dog Policy: Leashed dogs can join you at any of the outdoor sidewalk tables along West 26th Street.
  
• Best For: Experience Bryan's best cuisine while enjoying a downtown street view.
  
• Local Tip: Saturday and Sunday, Rx has weekend brunch from 11AM - 3PM.

Campfire

Lake Walk | 4100 Lake Atlas Drive | Open Daily

Where southern hospitality meets authentic Texas cuisine, Campfire serves brunch, dinner, and drinks on one of the most inviting patios in the Bryan-College Station area. You’ll be greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of smoke & seasonings no matter the time of day, and you won’t be disappointed by their delicious offerings made fresh with the best ingredients found in Central Texas.

• Dog Policy: Dogs are allowed to accompany you on a leash throughout the restaurant's expansive outdoor patio.
• Best For: An elevated experience at an Autograph Collection Hotel.
  
• Local Tip: Catch Barstool Brunch on the patio every Sunday from 11AM - 1PM.

Mr. G.’s Pizza

Historic Downtown Bryan | 201 West 26th Street | Open Monday-Saturday

Also located in Historic Downtown Bryan, Mr. G.’s has been the Brazos Valley’s go-to spot for a classic slice of pizza or a delicious calzone for the last 25 years. They’ve also got a great fenced-in patio right in the heart of Downtown, making this the perfect spot to to enjoy a nice evening with your fur babies.

• Dog Policy: Pets are restricted from going indoors but are permitted at the small downtown sidewalk seating area on a leash.
• Best For: A classic slice of pizza in a Historic Downtown.
• Local Tip: Look out for Mr. G's Pizzeria stand on First Friday.

KinderHill Brew Lab & Kitchen

Near Historic Downtown Bryan | 505 West 31st Street | Open Thursday-Sunday

Known for its signature Chicago-style pizza and authentic brews, KinderHill is the perfect place to bring your furry friend! The brewery has plenty of space for your dog to explore, including dog bowls for water and even 'Squirrel Security' when Ambrosia (the brewery pup) is on-site.

• Dog Policy: This venue is exceptionally dog-friendly, allowing leashed dogs across the lawn and accessible water stations.
• Best For: Chicago-style pizza and craft beers.
• Local Tip: Join the Aggieland Art Trail before going and earn a free check-in for prizes.

POV Coffee House

Lake Walk | 4114 Lake Atlas Drive | Open Daily

Alter your point-of-view at this super trendy spot, located at Lake Walk. Enjoy their dog-friendly patio, delicious coffee and teas, and pastry items and more, we can’t recommend P.O.V. enough! Need to take the pup for a walk? Check out Lake Atlas just a few steps away!

• Dog Policy: Pets are welcome at the outdoor Lake Walk patio tables, though you must leave your dog outside with someone while ordering inside.
• Best For: A morning coffee or a place to study out at Lake Walk.
• Local Tip: You can get 10% off a drink if you bring your own cup.

Polite Coffee Co.

Near Historic Downtown Bryan | 800 South Bryan Avenue | Open Daily

Home to Polite Coffee Co. this 1800s Victorian home was once the residence of Edwin Kyle, the namesake of Texas A&M’s legendary football stadium. Featuring barista-inspired coffees like the “Garden Party.” and a "Blind Date", spacious patio seating, and a sprawling lush green lawn, this coffee shop will have you and your pup bright-eyed and ready for the day!

• Dog Policy: Leashed dogs are free to roam the porch and sprawling lawn at the historic Kyle House, though indoor access is reserved strictly for trained service animals.
• Best For: A local coffee shop that roasts their beans in-house.
• Local Tip: Many of the coffee shops on A&M campus are Polite Coffee, enjoy their coffee with your dog at The Kyle House.

Tavo Coffee Co.

Historic Downtown Bryan | 419 North Main Street | Open Daily

From their fourth-generation Guatemala coffee farm to downtown Bryan, Tavo Coffee Co. brings their own freshly roasted coffee beans and serves them to their guests as third-wave specialty espresso and pour-over. They also offer a rotating assortment of house-made syrups made from locally sourced ingredients balanced specifically to complement the coffee, and their pastries are inspired by the culture of coffee worldwide, with favorites like stuffed bagel bombs and Guatemalan shortbread cookies.

• Dog Policy: You can enjoy your coffee alongside your leashed dog at their downtown sidewalk and patio tables.
• Best For: Guatemalan espresso beans imported from a fifth-generation family farm.
• Local Tip: While you wait, grab a snack at Quinntastic Bites, a locally owned bakery.

First Fridays

Historic Downtown Bryan | First Fridays each month | 5:00PM-11:00PM

Let your pups stroll the streets in Historic Downtown Bryan with you while you enjoy live music, art, and an array of shopping and dining options. First Fridays are free, family-friendly evenings that feature live performances by local musicians all around Historic Downtown Bryan. Members of the Brazos Valley Farmers’ Market will also be selling their goods on Main Street, and various shops and restaurants will be open extra late into the evening.

• Dog Policy: Leashed dogs are welcome to stroll the streets during this monthly event, though they must stay outside of participating shops and restaurants unless individual business policies allow them.
• Best For: Local vendors, live music and night life in Historic Downtown Bryan
• Local Tip: Take a moment to connect with the local vendors and restaurants. Be sure to bring walking shoes, there are several blocks of shopping, live music, and activities to enjoy.

Farm Patch

Midtown | 3519 South College Avenue | Open Daily

Open since 1974, The Farm Patch is an open-air market offering unique fruit and vegetable stands that included all types of food products, flowers, and bedding plants. It has become widely known and recognized for its quality, freshness, fair pricing, and overall “Old Market” appeal.

• Dog Policy: Well-mannered, leashed dogs are welcome to join you as you shop through the open-air market and outdoor nursery areas.
• Best For: Fresh, seasonal, local produce like vegetables, fruits and honey.
• Local Tip: You can buy some ingredients to cook a meal together, and get a tasty treat for your pup, too

Brazos Valley Farmers’ Market

Midtown Park | 500 North Main Street | Every Saturday 8:00AM - 12:00PM

Locals love bringing their pups to the year-round Brazos Valley Farmers’ Market that takes place every Saturday at the North end of Historic Downtown Bryan. Shop local produce, pantry-essentials, and more that align with each of Texas' seasons.

• Dog Policy: Dogs are permitted at the Saturday market in Midtown Park as long as they remain on a short leash and handle crowds well.
• Best For: Connecting local food producers to the general public.
• Local Tip: Going right when it opens will have the most options to pick from.

Lake Bryan

8200 Sandy Point Road | Open Daily | $5 Entry Per Car | $75 Annual Pass

Soak up the sunshine with your pups at Lake Bryan, an outdoor recreation oasis in the heart of the Brazos Valley. With more than 20 miles of hiking, biking, and running trails, swimming areas, campgrounds, and largemouth bass, crappie, catfish, and redfish stocked by Texas Parks & Wildlife, there are plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in nature and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life! There are even opportunities to rent kayaks and paddleboards for your day at Lake Bryan! Reserve yours here.

• Dog Policy: Leashed pets are permitted throughout the park's outdoor spaces, hiking trails, and shorelines, provided they remain under control and you clean up after them.
• Best For: Walking, running and biking trails as well as water sports and fishing.
• Local Tip: If you show the gate your receipt from Cadillac Ranch, you get in for free.

Lake Atlas At Lake Walk

Lake Walk | 4100 Lake Atlas Drive | Open Daily

Enjoy biking and walking trails, nearby coffee shops and restaurants, and more at Lake Walk. With an emphasis on wellness and an appreciation of your healthy lifestyle, Lake Walk is the perfect place to begin and end your day in Bryan. Check out the Lake Walk events calendar here, to learn more about community yoga, live music, and their upcoming markets.

Booking a vacation at The Stella Hotel? Guests receive complimentary access to paddleboards and bicycles.

• Dog Policy: Dogs are welcome on a leash along the paved walking trails and around the lake, but they must remain on the designated pathways and outside restricted event areas.
• Best For: Walkable storefronts that transitions into a walk along the water.
  
• Local Tip: Climb the Lookout Tower during sunset.

Morris " Buzz" Hamilton Memorial Dog Park

Boonville | 4890 Boonville Rd | Open Daily

This 5-acre state-of-the-art dog park facility is located off Park Hudson Trail between Highway 158 and Copperfield Drive, and boasts three separate play areas for dogs of varying sizes, as well as doggy water fountains, gravel walking trails, and nighttime lighting available until 10:00PM.

• Dog Policy: Off-leash play is permitted within the designated double-gated, size-fenced areas, but dogs must be kept on a leash until safely inside the park enclosures.
• Best For: The biggest public space for dogs to play and run.
• Local Tip: Doggy water fountains get turned off in the winter, bring your own water to keep your pup hydrated.

Park Hudson Trails

Boonville | 4780 Boonville Road | Open Daily

This 59 acre property is located along Hudson Creek, from FM 158 to University Drive. It is a heavily wooded area with abundant wildlife that is a buffer zone between the residential neighborhood and the business developments along University Drive. The trail connects to Tiffany Park on one end and has 2 1/4 miles of trails. Park your vehicle and you pups can enter the trailheads located along Copperfield Drive, Pendleton Drive, and the back of Tiffany Park.

• Dog Policy: Well-mannered, leashed dogs are allowed along the entire nature trail system, provided they stay on the paths and you pack out all pet waste.
• Best For: Shaded, easy trails for you and your pup.
• Local Tip: Early weekdays are the least frequent hours.

Art Murals In Historic Downtown Bryan

Starting on the southern end with the West 31st Street Murals and all the way up to Blackwater Draw Brewing Co.‘s “I Love Beer So Much” wall, you can find more than a dozen murals on historic buildings throughout Downtown Bryan to pose your pup at! All created by local artists, they are colorful, creative and down right fun. I mean who doesn’t love tacos and compliment. Check out the full list here, and plan to grab your fellow dog-lovers for an Insta-worthy photo-op.

• Dog Policy: Since the colorful murals are painted on the exterior walls of downtown buildings, leashed dogs are completely free to walk the public sidewalks alongside you for photo ops.
• Best For: Art enthusiasts that want to discover local art in Aggieland
• Local Tip: Join the Aggieland Art Trail and earn prizes for exploring Bryan!