Exploring Tennessee and Virginia with your four-legged friend is always a treat, especially when you can grab a bite together. Whether you’re strolling through town or enjoying a day out, finding a dog-friendly dining spot makes the adventure even better.

Before you pull up a chair, it’s important to know the rules—in both Tennessee and Virginia, only police K9s and trained service animals are allowed inside food service establishments. But don’t worry! Many restaurants welcome well-behaved pups in their outdoor seating areas, so you and your furry companion can enjoy a meal together.

To help you plan your next outing, we’ve rounded up some of the best dog-friendly patios and eateries in Kingsport and Bristol. Leash up your pup, grab a seat, and savor a meal with your best furry friend by your side!

THE BAGEL EXCHANGE ▸ 423-398-511 ▸ 107 W. Center St, Kingsport ▸ Outdoor pet-friendly

tables, water bowls provided, water kept fresh, owner comes around to love on the pooches

BARE BONES BBQ ▸ 423-408-2852 ▸ 5340 Memorial Blvd, Kingsport ▸ Outdoor pet-

friendly tables, water bowls provided, treats given

BEEF O’BRADY’S ▸ 423-245-2333 ▸ 300 Clinchfield St #140, Kingsport ▸ Outdoor pet-

friendly tables, shady spots, water bowls provided, water feature

BRAEDEN’S BBQ & CATERING ▸ 423-378-0500 ▸ 823 N. Eastman Rd, Kingsport ▸ Outdoor

dog-friendly seating, water bowls provided, a small cup of pork meat can be requested

CHEF’S PIZZERIA ▸ 423-245-2433 ▸ 254 W New St, Kingsport ▸ Outdoor pet-friendly tables,

shaded patio, water bowl provided

EAST COAST WINGS & GRILL ▸ 423-765-9000 ▸ 2637 E Stone Dr, Kingsport ▸ Patio seating,

water bowls provided

DELTA BLUES BBQ ▸ 423-573-3382 ▸ 724

State St, Bristol, TN ▸ Outdoor covered patio

seating, water bowls provided, treats given

DRAKE’S BRISTOL ▸ 423-573-1646

508 Pinnacle Pkwy, Bristol, TN ▸ Enclosed

porch area (and heated in winter!)

LA CARRETA - BRISTOL ▸ 423-573-2216

424 Pinnacle Pkwy #20, Bristol, TN

Outdoor seating

TENNESSEE HILLS DISTILLERY IN BRISTOL,

WITH SMOKESTILLERY FOOD TRUCK

423-793-7851 ▸ 90 Tennessee Hills Way,

Bristol, TN ▸ Pet-friendly both indoors and

outdoors because the food service is from

a food truck

THE CAVE ▸ 423-573-2283 ▸ 2800 US-421,

Bristol, TN ▸ Covered patio area

TOOTIE’S ▸ 423-764-6215 ▸ 1310 Virginia

Ave, Bristol, TN ▸ Outdoor seating, note:

no servers so you must order inside while

your pet waits outside

Our pups absolutely love Camp Ruff-N-More for doggie daycare! They spend the whole day playing with their furry friends and come home completely exhausted—in the best way possible. After a fun-filled day, we love unwinding together at one of Kingsport’s dog-friendly patios, like Santa Fe, Macado’s, or Stir Fry, where they can soak up all the sights and sniffs while we enjoy a great meal. It’s the perfect way to end their big adventure! - Breanna