Jemmy's Dog Run-Manhattan
Jemmy’s Dog Run is a dog run in Madison Square Park that was newly renovated as of August 2022 and has grown in popularity since then! The park is named after James "Jemmy" Madison and Madison Square Park claims that The Village Voice named the park as the #1 dog run in NYC (but I scoured the internet and couldn't find this article?).
City Vineyard-Manhattan
For some beautiful views and some delicious wine while hanging out with your dog, try City Vineyards rooftop wine bar! With its amazing views of downtown Manhattan and the Hudson River, this spot is a great place to just hang out and enjoy some beautiful weather.
McGrowl-Lick Dog Run-Brooklyn
McGrowl-Lick Park Dog Run an awesome dog run located inside of McGolrick Park in South Greenpoint. Adorable name aside, this dog run is a great spot with two sections for small and all dogs, water bowls with hoses to fill them with fresh water, a pebble surface, and plenty of naturally shaded picnic tables for humans to relax while their dogs run around.
Haab-Brooklyn
Haab is an awesome Mexican restaurant in Williamsburg, Brooklyn with a nice dog friendly covered outdoor seating area and some great food and margaritas! Unfortunately, their outdoor seating is definitely only 3 season as it is not heated but it is covered. We stopped by for brunch and their Mexican breakfast options were fantastic with large portions.
8-Bit Bites-Brooklyn
8-Bit Bites is a cool spot with a dog friendly, fully enclosed and air conditioned/heated outdoor seating shack! They also have regular outdoor seating to the side of the shack.
(Unfortunately, ever since NYC passed the law that restaurants have to remove their street seating, we aren't sure if this is going to stay past November or not. We will update either way.)
Sternberg Dog Run-Brooklyn
Sternberg Dog Run is located in Sternberg Park between the Broadway G stop and Lorimer J/M stop. It is a nice two section dog run for the area. While the google reviews for it are a bit hit or miss, when we visited, it seemed in decent condition.
Talon Bar-Brooklyn
Talon Bar is an awesome spot in Bushwick that has a huge covered patio that is dog friendly. The patio is open air in the summer and heated in the winter and so is perfect for all weather and seasons.
Black Forest Beer Garden-Brooklyn
Black Forest Beer Garden has dog friendly sidewalk seating that is fully covered and heated so it is good on most weather including rainy days like when we went. They have a great selection of German beers and food options, or just order a pretzel and a beer for some light fare.
Pier 26 Dog Run-Manhattan
For a nice water front dog run with some summertime water features, try Pier 26 Dog Run aka Tribeca Dog Run. It isn’t too big but it has two sections, small dogs and all dogs, a water playground area (which was turned off when we were there even though it was a warm day?) and some big rocks for jumping on.
Brooklyn Cyclones-Bark in the Park
Bark in the Park at the @brooklyncyclones is an awesome thing to do with your dog during baseball season. They usually host a few dog friendly games a year.
Saint Michel-Brooklyn
Saint Michel is an awesome cafe in Bushwick run by @eatgoodnyc who is also the founder of @irvingsqpuppers. This spot is an awesome dog friendly cafe that is doing amazing things for the Bushwick dog community. In August 2023, they one year anniversary and also celebrated getting the funding to build a new dog run at Irving Square Park!
Deniz Mediterranean-Brooklyn
Check out this awesome dog friendly restaurant that is perfect for a lunch with your dog rain or shine. This spot, Deniz Mediterranean is an awesome dog friendly spot with a fully enclosed outdoor eating section with heaters and fans.
McCarren Park Dog Run-Brooklyn
McCarren Park dog run is a nice little dog park. It has two fully separated sides for small and all dogs. It has a wood chip surface and plenty of natural shade from all of the parks trees. In terms of features, it didn’t have much.
Khaosan Thai-Brooklyn
Khaosan Thai in Brooklyn Heights is an awesome Thai restaurant with a dog friendly patio. This adorable spot offers Brunch and Dinner. They are decorated so beautifully, you can really tell they took the time to make their patio space something special.
Chavela's-Brooklyn
For delicious Mexican food with a dog friendly fully enclosed patio, try Chavela’s! Located in Crown Heights, Brooklyn, this spot is a great dog friendly option. With its enclosed, heated patio, you can be comfortable with your dog in all weather, hot or cold.