It's Yappy-Hour somewhere: Where to dine, unwind with your canine companion, what to know
The weather is warmer, and the days are longer, so why not spend them with your canine companion? The Upstate prides itself on being dog-friendly, offering outdoor seating, potty stations, and even water bowls around the area.
Many places will welcome you and your furry friend, including events, parks, and restaurants. Please remember to keep your dog leashed and up-to-date on vaccinations.
The Terrace offers dining options for dogs
If you're traveling with your dog, the Spartanburg Marriott, 299 N. Church St., is more than pet-friendly. One of the hotel's restaurants, The Terrace, offers outside seating, fire pits, and a relaxing evening.
The Terrace also offers a pet-friendly dining menu. The menu includes cooked salmon, hamburger patties, boiled sweet potatoes, peas, and even desserts made with peanut butter puree and seasonal fruits that are entirely safe for your dog to consume.
Trang Pitts, executive chef at Spartanburg Marriott, said The Bark menu offers pets a delicious and nutritious meal while reducing kitchen waste.
"I have dogs at home and we make their own dog food, it's much better and you know what you're feeding your dog," Pitts said. "It minimizes kitchen waste, too. When we're cutting our salmon fillets, we cut off the tailpiece and can utilize that for the dogs."
Downtown Spartanburg
The weather is getting warmer, so local restaurants set up outdoor seating to enjoy the pretty days. Walking downtown is a great spot to walk your dog and meet other dog lovers.
Alejandro Morales, manager and partner of Burgär, said he's seen about 30 dogs every weekend in downtown Spartanburg.
"I'm a dog guy. I love dogs and have had one all my life," Morales said. "Every day, we have customers come and sit outside with their dogs. Dogs are family, and I love seeing people bring their dogs. We have special plates and treats, and it's a good way to show people that your dogs are family."
Here are some restaurants in downtown Spartanburg that offer outdoor seating:
Burgär
Monsoon Noodle House
Mezcal Taberna Mexican
Cribb's Kitchen
Delaney's Irish Pub
Fr8Yard
Ciclops Brewery
Mon Amie Morning Café
Fr8yard, 125 E. Main St., even hosts special days for you and your pooch on the first and third Wednesday of every month throughout spring, with proceeds benefitting the Spartanburg Humane Society. From 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., celebrate happy tails with dog treats, live music, dog-friendly vendors, and more at this "Yappy Hour."
Barkery Bistro
The Barkery Bistro, located in Anderson and Greenville, offers your pup the luxurious experience it deserves, with homemade treats and unparalleled relaxation.
Serving the Upstate for 15 years, Barkey Bistro is more than just a regular pet store; it offers organic toys, treats, grooming, fashionable accessories, and even parties for your four-legged pal to celebrate any milestone or celebration.
Unleashed, Dog Bar
The Unleashed Dog Bar, 69 Rocky Slope Road, Greenville, offers people and their furry friends the perfect experience to unwind after a long day. This bar and dog salon is the first and only place in Greenville that allows your dog to be unleashed so that dogs and humans can play and socialize.
The venue hosts weekly events, including trivia, dog pool days, Pride "Pawties," bingo, and more excitement for you and other dog owners to bond.
Downtown Anderson
Downtown Anderson offers a few restaurants that will wine & dine you and your leashed pet. If you're enjoying the nice weather and need a quick bite to eat, don't turn around to bring your dog home. Instead, check out these restaurants that will not only feed you but your pooch as well.
Growler Haus, 313 N. Main St., in Anderson, is a pet-friendly spot that offers various beers for humans and pets for pups. Growler offers leashed dogs water and treats when your pet arrives, offering a comfortable and inviting experience.
Raines on Main, 312 S. Main St., in Anderson, is a family-friendly restaurant bar in downtown Anderson that offers outdoor seating for pets and owners. Upon arrival, dogs are provided with water and can order dishes safe for canine consumption, such as hamburger patties and chicken.
Mary Black Rail Trail and Fretwell
Enjoy a pleasant walk in the sunshine on the Mary Black Trail and live music afterward at Fretwell. The Mary Black Trail is a four-mile trail with dog stations to care for whatever your buddy needs.
Fretwell, located at 101 Fretwell St. in Spartanburg, is an outdoor venue that offers live music, food trucks, and a fun atmosphere to hang out and relax. Little River Roasting also offers complimentary whipped cream cups, allowing your pup to have a sweet treat with you.
You can also let your dog run around and interact with others at the Rail Trail Dog Park at 424 Kennedy St., Spartanburg.
Joanna Johnson covers community news and education for the Herald-Journal. Reach her via email at jjohnson@shj.com.
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