8 Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Fort Walton Beach

If you are visiting Okaloosa Island with your favorite four-legged companion, you will undoubtedly want to sample the culinary scene with your furry friend. Thankfully, there are numerous dog-friendly restaurants in Fort Walton Beach. Due to the pleasant year-round weather, many of these area restaurants offer outdoor seating, providing a wonderful dining opportunity for you and your pup.  

For more information about FWB, please be sure to check out our Area Guide!  

Keep scrolling for eight of our favorite dining options that welcome dogs and their people. This is just one of the things you will want to add to your dog-friendly vacation in Fort Walton Beach!  

FWB Pet-Friendly Restaurants

The Gulf   

Location: 1284 Marler Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday, 11:00 AM-10:00 PM  

The Gulf is an island classic featuring waterfront tables and chairs, beachside couches, and umbrella-covered picnic tables. You can even arrive by boat and dock at The Gulf. Enjoy locally inspired food and beverages on the waterfront patio, featuring menu favorites like the Watermelon Crab Salad or the shareable Smoked Tuna Dip. Don't forget to enjoy a cocktail or two!  

Tiajuana Flats   

Location: 39 Eglin Parkway NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday, 11:00 AM-9:00 PM  

You and your four-legged amigo can grab a bite of tasty Tex-Mex at Tiajuana Flats. They have an outdoor patio space that is pet-friendly and offers water bowls for thirty pups. The humans in your party can enjoy classic chips and queso or their delicious Garlic Lime Shrimp Tacos. The "Lil' Lizards" menu is perfect for the niños in your family. Don't forget to try their famous "Hot Bar" with a variety of sauces.   

Fubar Pizza Bar   

Location: 114 Amberjack Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

House of Operation: Monday-Friday, 11:00 AM-2:00 AM; Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 AM-2:00 AM  

Furbar Pizza Bar is a local favorite offering a waterfront deck where you and your fur-baby can enjoy pizza, wings, salads, and more. They are open late so that you can grab a yummy Cheeseburger in Paradise Pizza or a Homemade Meatball Sub paired with your choice of frozen drink or specialty beer. Don't forget to save room for a slice of Key Lime Pie or one of their other desserts.  

The Cowhead  

Location: 184 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday, 8:00 AM-9:00 PM   

Your well-behaved dog is welcome to join you at one of the pet-friendly outdoor tables at The Cowhead. Relax in the shade at a picnic table at the rear of this pet-friendly restaurant in Fort Walton Beach. There are so many fun and interesting menu items to choose from. Favorites include the Brunch Burger (topped with hash browns, a fried egg, American cheese, and bacon jam) and the Picnic Hot Dog (topped with pulled pork, pickles, pimento cheese, and coleslaw).   

Fokker's Pub (aka Fokker's Bar & Grille)   

Location: 215 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Tuesday, 4:00 PM-10:00 PM; Wednesday-Friday, 11:00 AM-10:00 PM; Saturday-Sunday, 10:00 AM-10:00 PM  

If you are in the mood for the best German-American food in Fort Walton Beach, then head to Fokker's Pub. They have a nice outdoor sitting area with plenty of room. Sit under the awnings or at a table with an umbrella, and sample authentic Pork Schnitzel or the Fokker's Club Sandwich. Be sure to check out their Breakfast Pizza if you are dining early.  

Angler's Beachside Grill   

Location: 1030 Miracle Strip Parkway (Okaloosa Island Pier), Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday, 11:00 AM-9:00 PM; Friday, 11:00 AM-10:00 PM; Saturday, 8:00 AM-10:00 PM; Sunday, 10:00 AM-9:00 PM (Brunch, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM)  

Head to the Okaloosa Pier for pet-friendly outdoor seating where you and your dog can enjoy a meal while enjoying the Gulf breeze. Angler's Beachside Grill offers fresh seafood and area favorites for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Their seafood specialties include a catch of the day, seafood baskets, and crab cakes. They also feature a variety of American classics and an all-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast Bash on Saturday.   

The Clubhouse Grill    

Location: 1955 Lewis Turner Blvd, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Sunday-Thursday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM; Friday-Saturday, 7:00 AM-6:00 PM  

The Clubhouse Grill is a pet-friendly restaurant located at the Fort Walton Beach Golf Club. Your pup is welcome to join you on their outdoor patio overlooking the golf course, where you can try a salad, sandwich, or burger. They serve breakfast daily and Sunday brunch. There is a kids' menu for the little ones in your family. Whether you are in the mood for a seasonal fruit & chicken salad or decadent apple pecan French toast, there is so much to choose from.   

The Food Trucks on Florida Place  

Location: 211 Florida Place, Fort Walton Beach, FL  

Hours of Operation: Wednesday-Monday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM; Closed Tuesday  

Visit three food trucks in one great location with outdoor seating and shade. There are three separate menus at Sunset Bowls, River Café, and Coffee Ave. Try an Açaí Bowl, a Cuban Sandwich, or an Iced Sunset Macchiato. Leashed and friendly pets are welcome at The Food Trucks on Florida Place.    

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Pet-Friendly Rentals in Fort Walton Beach, Florida  

Seaspray Beach Vacation Rentals offers a generous selection of pet-friendly rentals in FWB. We feature 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom, and 3-bedroom rentals that welcome well-behaved dogs or declawed cats, making it easy to bring your furry companion along for the fun. Whether you're visiting Okaloosa Island for business or pleasure, you'll find a pet-friendly condo ideally suited for you and your furry friends.  

Please note: There is a strict 30-pound weight limit per pet, and a fee of $25 per pet per night applies. Individual rentals may have additional rules, including the number of pets allowed and other details, so be sure to check the listings for specific requirements.  

Please don't delay. Browse our Fort Walton Beach rentals that are pet-friendly today! The whole family, including your four-legged friend, can enjoy a memorable Florida Gulf Coast escape.