Where Can You Eat with Your Dog on Emerald Isle?
Have you ever thought about taking a dog-friendly vacation in Emerald Isle? There are a number of fun activities you can partake in with your pup here, from relaxing and lounging at the beach to venturing out to Cape Lookout National Seashore. No matter what you get up to while you’re here, we’re positive you’ll have a great time. After all, Emerald Isle is an incredibly popular dog-friendly vacation destination!
When heading out on vacation, there are so many factors to consider: where will you stay? What sort of local activities will you explore while you’re here? Which restaurants will you visit? For the true foodies making the trip out to Emerald Isle, that last question may just be the most important.
There are plenty of places to eat on Emerald Isle, but if you’re bringing your pup along, you’ll have to check to make sure the restaurants are dog-friendly. Don’t fret though, we’ve got you covered! In this blog, we’ll go over our favorite dog-friendly restaurants in Emerald Isle so you know all the best places to eat while you’re here—and you won’t even have to question if your pup is welcome, too.
Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Emerald Isle:
Gaffer’s
Signature Menu Item: Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Location: 9106 Coast Guard Rd, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Phone: (252) 764-2980
Nearby Sun-Surf Property: 6 Bed, 5 Bath, “Hart and Sole”
What Guests Are Saying:
“This place is AMAZING from the service to the food, as soon as we came in it was a total vibe everyone was extremely welcoming! Definitely would come back!”
-Paisley P.
“Another great and easy visit! Food was delicious, quick and prepared perfectly. The waiter was attentive and easy to work with. The atmosphere was upbeat and fun. If you're in Emerald Isle, this is a must-do.”
-Noel B.
“Yummy food, great drinks, and a fun place to spend an afternoon/evening outside. All of the food came out super fresh and we enjoyed the live music!”
-Lisa C.
Fish Hut Grill
Signature Menu Item: Seared Ahi Tuna Bowl
Location: 100 Bogue Inlet Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594
Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (seasonal hours may vary)
Phone: (252) 424-8284
Nearby Sun-Surf Property: 2 Bed, 2 Bath Queens Court 2204
What Guests Are Saying:
“Worth the wait! We got there about 4. When we left at 4:45 the line wasn’t bad but starting to grow. Food is reasonably priced and fresh. My husband had the special which was a whole snapper with two sides and it was $20. Cheese curds, fish tacos, fish bites, soft crab sandwich, onion rings and wings were all really good. Go! Enjoy yourself!”
-Sara S.
“LOVE this place..go there....Such a fun place. Great food and wonderful drinks. The place is beach casual, friendly and always busy. Don't worry about the line, you can order drinks while you wait. The staff are super. My favorite place!”
-Rosemary R.
“Amazing food and people. We had the fish bites and a pound of peel n eat shrimp. Wonderful people serving. Great place. I would recommend going here at least once over any other in Emerald Isle.”
-Taylor
Surf’s Up Grill & Bar
Signature Menu Item(s): Hush Puppies, Shrimp Burger, Shrimp Basket
Location: 100 Bogue Inlet Dr, Emerald Isle, NC 28594 (at Bogue Inlet Pier)
Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (seasonal hours may vary)
Phone: (252) 424-8400
Nearby Sun-Surf Property: 4 Bed, 3.5 Bath “Another Summer West”
What Guests Are Saying:
“We always like to dine here when on Emerald Isle. Prices and portion sizes are good, the food tastes great, the service is very good and the view of the pier and the Atlantic can be very nice. I like to order the grouper. It is a large amount of fish so make sure you're hungry if you order it.”
-Jim P.
“I stopped for dinner and ordered 1/2 pound peel and eat shrimp, broccoli, and a side salad. The ranch for the salad was really good. Shrimp were also really good. I sat outside and it was a beautiful view. Server was really nice and I enjoyed my time here.”
-Aimee N.
“We had delicious shrimp burgers at the bar. The place is right on the ocean and service was good. Would definitely recommend it for lunch.”
-Paula G.
Honorable Mentions
Of course, those aren’t the only dog-friendly restaurants on Emerald Isle. Check out the following honorable mentions for more great meals!
Emerald Isle Dog-Friendly Restaurant FAQs:
Which Emerald Isle restaurants allow dogs?
The restaurants we’ve mentioned in our piece, Gaffer’s, Surf’s Up, and Fish Hut Grill (along with our honorable mentions), all allow dogs. That’s not an exhaustive list, though! Make sure to check out a restaurant’s website before you go there with your pup to double-check that it’s dog-friendly.
What are the dog policies at Emerald Isle restaurants?
There’s no blanket policy for allowing dogs at Emerald Isle restaurants. When looking to take your pup along for a meal, call ahead or check the restaurant’s website. No matter how cute your dog is, you don’t want to be an unwelcome surprise!
Can I take my dog inside Emerald Isle restaurants?
It depends! Some restaurants allow dogs inside, some prefer them to sit outside with you on the patio, and some aren’t dog-friendly at all. Check with the individual restaurant to be 100% certain!
Book Your Emerald Isle Stay Directly with Sun-Surf Realty!
Wow, it looks like you’ll be able to enjoy a nice meal with the company of your favorite four-legged friend at these incredible dog-friendly restaurants in Emerald Isle. We’re already hungry just thinking about it!
After a long day of activity and good eats, return home to an Emerald Isle Sun-Surf Realty vacation rental. When you stay with us, your satisfaction is our number one priority.
Whether you’re looking to stay in an oceanfront home or need to be sure your Emerald Isle home is pet-friendly, we’ve got you covered with our extensive catalog of vacation rentals. There’s a reason guests choose to stay with us year after year!
What are you waiting for? It’s time to book that trip! Browse our available Emerald Isle vacation rentals now and book your vacation directly with Sun-Surf Realty!
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