dog-friendly restaurants in sandwich

FInd restaurants that allow dogs in sandwich, ma

Looking for dog-friendly restaurants in sandwich, ma?  We can help you find the best pet-friendly places to eat with your dog on your cape cod vacation.

sandwich has a good mix of pet-friendly dining options: bakeries, seafood restaurants, burgers and bbq, organic food, ice cream, and a world-class brewery. 

want more dining options? View other dog-friendly restaurants on cape cod in nearby towns.

Hotel rooms are fine, but nugget prefers snoozing in a beach chair in Sandwich, MA.

Restaurants in sandwich that allow dogs:

Beth’s Bakery and Cafe

16 Jarves Street, Sandwich
(508) 888-7716

Cozy spot for coffee & sandwiches. Dogs are allowed on the front-porch seating area.
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Captain Scott’s Seafood Restaurant

71 Tupper Road, Sandwich
(508) 888-1675

Captain Scott’s has a nice outdoor seating area where dogs are allowed. Soups, salads, sandwiches, rolls, burgers, and fried seafood round out their menu.
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Café Chew

4 Merchants Road, Sandwich
(508) 888-7717

Sandwich’s Sandwichery offers organic, natural food choices. A big breakfast menu, plus specialty sandwiches and salads, blackboard specials, with fair trade and specialty coffees. Pets are welcome.
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Ice Cream Sandwich

66 Route 6A, Sandwich
(774) 602-4200

Somewhere there’s a pun in here related to the interesting ice cream sandwiches. There’s also seating where dogs are allowed, especially dogs who like to sniff around the ground where some kid’s drippy cotton candy cone dropped earlier in the afternoon. those dogs are often in luck.
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The Local Tavern & Grille

46 MA‑6A (Route 6A), Sandwich, MA 02563
(508) 833‑9590

Set in a charming historic building along Route 6A, The Local Tavern & Grille delivers a friendly, rustic tavern atmosphere with a bustling bar  and a nice outdoor patio.

The scratch‑kitchen menu features hearty pub fare—from burgers and pizzas to surf‑and‑turf entrees like salmon piccata.

Their dog‑friendly patio is outfitted with comfortable picnic tables, umbrella shade, fire pits, and even a cornhole area, making it a fun spot to grab a few drinks with friends.
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Next Door Burger Bar

8 Jarves Street, Bourne
(508) 888-3746

Tucked in Sandwich Village, the Next Door Burger Bar is a cozy and casual spot known for elevated comfort food and a laid-back vibe.

The menu centers around handcrafted burgers made with quality ingredients, alongside creative wraps, house-made sauces, creamy milkshakes, and locally sourced ice cream scoops for dessert.

The restaurant features a cool outdoor patio that’s perfect for dining with your pup, offering shaded tables where dogs are welcome to relax alongside their owners.
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Off The Grid BBQ

91 Route 6A, Sandwich
(508) 241-8684

Off The Grid BBQ serves an assortment of classic barbecue and burgers out of a big hippie bus. there’s an outdoor seating area with lots of great smells on the ground from fallen food past.

If you’re a Dogg named Snoop you might want to try the Fishsizzle, which is a cod BLT on a brioche bun.  some of that real sticky icky icky. ooh wee!
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The Pilot House Restaurant & Lounge

14 Gallo Road, Sandwich
(508) 888‑6763

Nestled on Sandwich Marina with panoramic views of the Cape Cod Canal, The Pilot House offers a relaxed setting with both indoor dining and a waterfront patio.

The menu emphasizes fresh local seafood, such as lobster mac & cheese, fish tacos, and daily catches—alongside classic steak and American fare.

Dog‑friendly areas include a small section of picnic tables on the front lawn near the parking lot. These tables are first-come, shaded by umbrellas, and provide a pleasant, waterside spot for you and your dog to dine together. 
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Sandwich Taverna

290 Route 130, Forestdale
(508) 888-2200

Sandwich Taverna is a family steakhouse offering steak, pork, chicken, pastas, burgers, pizza, and sandwiches. They have a large outdoor seating area where dogs can hang out under the table while you eat.
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Seafood Sam’s

6 Coast Guard Road, Sandwich
(508) 888-4629

Casual cape seafood restaurant that allows dogs on the outside tables. Seafood Sam’s menu is heavy on fried and broiled ocean critters, including lobster rolls & bisque.
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The Shipwreck Ice Cream

2 Freezer Rd, Sandwich
(508) 888-3444

It wouldn’t be a cape cod vacation if you didn’t eat ice cream every night until you notice your dog seems to be judging your dietary choices with a mix of equal parts envy and embarrassment. The Shipwreck is a find place to let this little drama unfold. Dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables.
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Treehouse Brewery

98 Town Neck Rd, Sandwich, MA
(413) 523-2367

Treehouse Brewery is a huge wind for Sandwich. World-class IPAs in a beautiful outdoor setting. Dogs are allowed in outdoor areas only.

Treehouse Pizza is the real deal, and it’s available by the slice every day. Lobster rolls are available some days too. If you want to order beer to go you’ll need to order online.
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Sandwich, MA is a great place to vacation with your dog.

Things to do after you finish eating

So you’ve finished filling your face and need something to do. The good news is Sandwich and nearby towns are loaded with things to do with your dog. Here are some pet-friendly activities to enjoy:

Dog-friendly beaches on cape cod

There are lots of dog-friendly beaches on cape cod, but Sandwich doesn’t allow pets on the public beaches during the summertime. Keep this in mind when planning day trips to the beach. you’ll need to wait for the offseason, or drive further a bit to find beaches with summertime pet access .

If you’re staying in this area with your dog, plan to take a day trip to visit at least one of the beaches of the cape cod national seashore. the national seashore beaches allow dogs all summer long, except for when they’re closed for nesting shorebirds.

check the national seashore site’s pets page for updates on that. There are pet-friendly dining options nearby all of the national seashore beaches if you’re making the road trip from Sandwich.

Dog-friendly hotels

If you’re planning to stay in Sandwich, MA on your cape cod vacation, make sure to check out our list of dog-friendly hotels in Sandwich, ma and the full list of dog friendly hotels on cape cod. most are located towards provincetown, but more places are renting to dog owners.

Dog walks and hiking trails

There’s no better way to experience the natural beauty of cape cod than a long walk with your dog after you finish dining.

Dog parks on cape cod

Want to have your dog let out some steam so they’re sleepy all night? There’s a bunch of new friends to be made if you visit a dog park.

The campground at the Shawme-Crowell State Forest allows dogs and is a great spot to picnic.
The campground at the Shawme-Crowell State Forest allows dogs and is a great spot to picnic.

About the Town of Sandwich, MA

Sandwich is the oldest town on Cape Cod, with a town motto “Post tot Naufracia Portus” which means “after so many shipwrecks, a haven.”

Sandwich is a haven for pets, offering some great dog-friendly restaurants and activities. It is the home of the shawme-crowell state forest, filled with hiking trails and fun things for dogs to do. .

Sandwich is the site of the Cape Cod Bay entrance to the Cape Cod Canal. The town is home to six beaches along the shores of Cape Cod Bay. Sadly the sandwich public beaches don’t allow dogs in the summertime.


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