4401 Bridge Ave
Cleveland, OH

Quickly becoming an Ohio City favorite, this charming ice cream startup offers a rotating selection of 16 unique flavors (try the taro!) -- five of which are usually vegan or dairy free -- and a great dog-friendly patio. If their diet allows for it, all pups get a free scoop of ice cream in a cup. While they convert into a ramen shop for the winter, the sweet stuff is back on the menu in April.

9550 Sperry Rd
Kirtland, OH

The Holden Arboretum, the largest in the country at 3,500 acres, has been a leader in nature education and promoting conservation since its creation in 1931. Home to a collection of over 120,000 trees and shrubs, it’s a great place to explore with your four-legged friend. Dogs on leashes are always welcome to roam more than 20 miles of hiking trails. So much territory to mark, so little time.

7524 Father Frascati
Cleveland, OH

If you missed their second annual Puppy Bowl event, fear not, dog lover. Good boys and girls are welcome inside and out on the patio at Terrestrial. Located in Battery Park off the Detroit Shoreway, this local brewery will try anything in their small-batch beers, using ingredients like white peppers, guava and strawberry in unexpectedly delicious ways.

29305 Clemens Rd
Westlake, OH

Founded by brothers and cousins, Sibling Revelry has such a fun family atmosphere that it will come as no surprise that your own furry family members are allowed inside their taproom. When you’re done sampling one of their 16 in-house brews on tap, enjoy some munchies from their menu of pizza, burgers and other deliciousness.

Cleveland

Ohio, United States

Well, okay, this place isn’t technically for humans, but we love it anyway. As it turns out, the owners opened the world’s first dog bakery back in 1989. Suffice it to say, they know what’s up when it comes to making seasonal dog treats, gourmet dog pastries and their oh-so-famous Pupcakes® (which, yes, you can personalize for your pup’s special occasion). Check it out in the Hingetown section of Ohio City.

4125 Lorain Ave
Cleveland, OH

In 2017, the Brewers Association named Platform the fastest growing regional brewery in America, and it’s easy to see why. Their dog-friendly flagship location in Ohio City remains one of the best taprooms to take your pup, with over 30 beers, ciders and seltzers available. Their large patio is an amazing place to drink a beer with your favorite fur baby.

6605 Detroit Ave
Cleveland, OH

Luxe has long been a staple of the Gordon Square dining scene with a variety of shared plates, pasta and pizza. On the weekends, their gorgeous and always dog-friendly patio is open for brunch with a special menu just for pups. Quick reminder: those little dishes on the floor are for water, not mimosas.

2637 S Cleveland Massillon Rd
Barberton, OH

A short drive south, the Winery at Wolf Creek sits among the beautiful rolling hills of Norton, Ohio. Starting in May through October, Tuesdays are for Yappy Hour, 5–8 p.m. out on the patio. Ten dollars gets you a drink ticket, goodies for your dog and a raffle ticket for a prize basket. Raffle proceeds, and a portion of every glass of wine sold, go to local pet-related charities. Would you expect any less from a place called Wolf Creek?

5027 Stow Rd
Stow, OH

Just south of Cleveland in Stow, Ohio, Bow Wow Beach is a 7.5-acre, fenced-in dog park with a sandy beach and its own lake. From mid-March through December, dogs of all shapes and sizes (there are special areas for smaller dogs) can run around as nature intended, as long as they follow park rules. Dog washing stations are available because getting sand in your hair is even less fun when it’s your entire body.

819 Jefferson Ave
Cleveland, OH

Historically, flying monkeys and dogs have not gotten along. Just ask Toto. That couldn’t be farther from the truth at this Tremont favorite. You don’t need to keep your pup in a basket in this bar, as dogs are allowed inside and out on their great fenced-in patio. As if that weren’t enough, The Flying Monkey boasts Tremont’s longest Happy Hour from 3–7 p.m. on weekdays.

13368 Madison Ave
Lakewood, OH

Lakewood’s Bottlehouse prides itself on creating a real sense of community, so along with communal seating and a lack of tv screens, you can be sure to see humanity’s bestest buddies rolling around on the floor while their owners try some great in-house craft beers and meads. A well-appointed patio is another option for enjoying a barrel-aged sour beer with your dog in tow.