Dog-Friendly Patios in Milwaukee: Where to Eat, Drink & Bring Your Pup

Milwaukee patio season is better with your dog along for the ride. From brunch in the Historic Third Ward to riverside cocktails and dinner in the Harbor District, Benson’s Restaurant Group patios are dog friendly and even offer dog menus for your pup.

Here’s where to eat, drink, and patio with your four-legged best friend:

Blue Bat Kitchen - 249 N. Water St.  

Riverfront dining, margaritas, and a patio made for sunny days with your dog

• Doggy Dessert | peanut butter, blueberries, whipped cream

• Picky Pup | grilled chicken breast, yellow corn, Greek yogurt

• Pooch Patty | brioche bun, beef patty, American cheese

The Bridgewater Modern Grill - 2011 S. 1st St. 

Located along the kinnickinnic river, Bridgewater features one of Milwaukee’s longest patios and plenty of space for pups

• Grilled Chicken served with rice

• Grilled Veggies served with rice

• Dog Safe Fresh Fruit Parfait

The Edison - 322 N. Broadway  

Brunch, cocktails, and a dog-friendly patio in the heart of the Third Ward.

• Beef Patty served with snap peas

• Grilled Chicken served with snap peas

• Asparagus served with snap peas

Onesto - 221 N. Broadway 

A cozy Third Ward patio perfect for pasta nights, cocktails, and bringing your dog along

• Meatball | angus beef, zucchini, turmeric, egg

• Risotto | arborio rice, vegetable stock

• Puppy Parfait | whipped cream, dog treat crumble

Smoke Shack - 332 N. Milwaukee St. 

Smoke Shack’s patio is dog friendly and perfect for casual BBQ lunches, happy hour, or weekend hangs in the Third Ward. Grab smoked meats, cocktails, and soak up patio season with your pup by your side.