Top Dog-Friendly Places in Tempe: Parks, Restaurants, Activities & Hotels
As a pet owner, finding welcoming spots for your dog can be challenging. Tempe offers numerous pet-friendly restaurants, bars, hotels, shopping centers, parks, and attractions. Discover our curated list of favorites below, verified for pet policies and visitor experiences.
Attractions and Activities
Tempe Beach Park and Tempe Town Lake
- Walk or Run: Enjoy the 5-mile path around Tempe Town Lake. Always leash your dog, pick up waste, and stay mindful of others.
- Boat Rentals: Pets are welcome on rentals from Tempe Boat Rentals, including pedal boats, electric pontoons, and donut boats. Account for your pet in boat capacity. Personal watercraft require a permit. Life jackets for pets are not allowed.
For off-leash fun, visit one of Tempe's six dog parks. Leash required at entry/exit; dogs roam freely inside under owner supervision. Popular spots: Mitchell Park and Tempe Sports Complex.
Hiking Trails: Leashed dogs are permitted at Papago Park, South Mountain Park and Preserve, and 'A' Mountain. See our Tempe hiking guide for trails and directions. Hike early, bring ample water, and clean up after your pet—avoid extreme heat.
Tempe Marketplace
2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 966-9338
Leashed dogs (6-foot max or in carriers) are welcome in The District. Check individual store policies. No dogs on fountain decks except service animals.
Dogs Day at the Garden – Desert Botanical Garden
Free admission for dogs with paid owner ticket during fall, winter, and spring. Details on the Desert Botanical Garden website.
Tempe's Dog-Friendly Restaurants
Tempe boasts many pet-friendly patios. Here are standout options:
Daily Jam
310 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 968-9288
Breakfast and lunch favorites like omelets, sandwiches, salads, waffles, and coffee. Spacious patio near Mill Avenue light rail.
Morning Squeeze
690 S. Mill Ave., Ste. 110, Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 264-4688
Dog menu includes Chow Hound Scramble, Pup Cakes, and Doggy Biscuits and Gravy. Super pet-friendly patio.
Postino Annex
615 S. College Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 927-1111
Wine, bruschetta, large sunny patio, and indoor/outdoor bar. Also at Postino South Tempe.
SNAKES & LATTES
20 W. 6th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 361-6644
Two pet-friendly patios with food, drinks, and thousands of board games.
Casey Moore’s Oyster House
850 S. Ash Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 968-9935
Historic patio for oysters, seafood, and beer—dogs welcome until 5 p.m.
Shady Park
26 E. University Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 474-4222
Backyard-style patio with live music and DJs.
Snooze an A.M. Eatery
615 S. College Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 355-1934
Leashed dogs welcome anytime on the patio.
House of Tricks
114 E. 7th St., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 968-1114
Serene patio with plants, fountains, wine list, and creative cuisine. Dogs in outdoor bar area.
The Shop Beer Co.
922 W. 1st Street, Tempe, AZ 85281
Historic brewery spot near Tempe Town Lake—pet-friendly for brews and hangs.
The Handlebar Tempe
680 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 474-4888
Grilled cheese, burgers, pretzels, craft beers on dog-friendly patio.
Salut Kitchen Bar
1435 E. University Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 625-3600
1,250 sq ft dog-friendly patio with Mediterranean-American fusion.
Pedal Haus Brewery
703 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 314-2337
Largest downtown patio, award-winning beers, and tasty eats.
Aloha Frozen Yogurt
219 E. Baseline Rd. #5, Tempe, AZ 85283 | (480) 289-5238
Outdoor seating with dog-friendly frozen yogurt (Milkbone flavor).
Fate Brewing Company – Tempe
201 E. Southern Ave., #111, Tempe, AZ 85282 | (480) 590-2395
Award-winning beers, paired meals, turf patio with games.
Spokes on Southern
1470 E. Southern Ave., Tempe, AZ 85282 | (480) 307-9920
Sandwiches, salads, beers on bike-themed dog-friendly patio.
Caffe Boa
398 S. Mill Ave., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 968-9112
Pasta, sandwiches, wine on covered, twinkling patio.
Social Hall
715 S. McClintock Dr., Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 747-3851
Pub games, craft cocktails, comfort food on beautiful patio.
Daily Dose – Rio Salado
96 S. Rockford Dr. #105, Tempe, AZ 85281 | (480) 590-6937
Breakfast/brunch on large pet-friendly patio; try spiked coffees.
Artichoke Basille’s Pizza
1120 E. Baseline Rd. Ste. #105, Tempe, AZ 85283 | (480) 590-5830
New York-style pizza on beautiful patio; neighbors include Scramble and The Porch Tempe.
Know a pet-friendly spot we missed? Email us at info@tempe tourism.com or tag us on social media.
Places to Stay
Many Tempe hotels welcome pets—look for the paw print icon on our hotels page or in the Tempe Visitor’s Guide (online or printed). Graduate Tempe and Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown offer BarkBox amenities for pets.
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