Dog Friendly Spots in Midland
All dog owners can relate to the dreaded moment of having to leave their pup at home. Whether you are scared to leave them due to the mess that greets you when you get home, or the puppy dog eyes are hitting you right in the feels, it’s hard to leave them.
These dog friendly spots in Midland are perfect for bringing along your pup whether that's to grab a few drinks or sit down for dinner on the patio. Remember to use your best judgment in bringing your pup out in public and how they might react around other dogs too.
Here’s our list of dog friendly spots in Midland, Texas:
Cafes & Restaraunts
These food and drink spots are open to hosting you and your pup on the patio and outside. Remember to keep your pet outside on the patio to keep things cool with the city’s health code.
The Patio Drafthouse
You already share your food with your dog at home, so why not bring them on your next visit to The Patio? With a huge wrap-around patio complete with drinks and eats, your pet will love The Patio as much as you do. If you fancy a good Saturday or Sunday brunch, The Patio needs to make it on your list for places you and your canine companion need to visit and grab a mimosa or a bowl of water for your pup.
Mulberry Cafe
Enjoy a caffeinated beverage or any of your favorite cafe eats outside with your pup at Mulberry. Whether you are both early morning diners or late afternoon brunchers, Mulberry has everything to keep you fed, full, and caffeinated.
The Fuel Bar
This downtown spot is the perfect stop after your workout or to meet a friend over a smoothie bowl and a wrap. The patio is the best spot for watching the hustle and bustle of downtown life with your furry friend and one of those Fuel Bar coffees in hand.
MMC Halfacre
A wonderful meat creation from Midland Meat Co. and Scharbauer Ranch is to be enjoyed by everyone and their dog (literally). Everything is so tasty at MMC that you might not want to share it with your pup. Open during lunch hours in the week, this West Texas restaurant will be a sure happening spot for your and your furry friend.
Hand Cafe
With more than just a great cup of coffee, Hand Cafe offers beer on tap, frosé, and even an adult version of your favorite coffee drink. With other small eats and treats on the menu, this can all be taken out on the patio to enjoy with your dog.
The Waystone
Want to try locally made beer in Midland and enjoy the company of your pup while you’re there? Head to The Waystone. This place has a tavern feel in Midland: you can enjoy brews and play all sorts of board, dice, and card games with your friends.
JumBurrito
Not only do you get a burrito out of this trip, but your pup gets to tag along. If you decide to give in to your dog’s plea for a bite, a side order of fries with queso cannot be beaten if you decide to share. Make sure you visit the location on Midkiff of JumBurrito where the patio is right by the front door.
Fountainville
Right outside of this local ice cream shop is a seating area that is supplied with lots of umbrellas and lots of tables to enjoy your cold treat with your pup. Inside Fountainville, you’ll find dozens of flavors that are locally inspired and loved by many. If ice cream isn’t your thing, the shop offers sodas, coffees, and tea that are just as delicious to sip on outside on the patio.
Murray’s Deli
Eat more curly fries... and share them with your dog! Enjoy your favorites from the deli on their newly renovated patio where your pup can enjoy the curly fries as much as you do. The private area outside of Murray’s allows for maximum enjoyment of any Midland evening and the best part is that your dog can join you as the patio is dog friendly. Enjoy a cold one, enjoy some curly fries, or just enjoy the evening at this dog-friendly spot.
Far West Coffee
While you won’t find a sunny patio for your pup to enjoy here, you will find that friendly dogs on leashes are embraced by the Far West fam. One of the newest coffee shops in Midland features a unique coffee experience for both you and your dog. Whether you are just stopping in for a quick caffeine fix or you’re staying a while, your pup can join you.
Bars & Breweries
For those days nothing will set you right like an adult beverage and your furry companion. Check out these 21+ spots that are perfect for enjoying a brew with your pup.
Tall City Brewing Co.
Open Tuesday to Sunday, Tall City has your seat for the freshest craft beer in Midland and a spacious patio with games and seating. Kids (leashed and unleashed) and pets (leashed) are always welcome on the patio for family fun. You may even encounter the resident brew dog, often free-roaming the facility like the boss dog that he is.
The Blue Door
Not only does the Blue Door serve up some of the tastiest cocktails in West Texas and offer $5 old fashioned every day but they have a spacious patio to enjoy some beverages with your loyal canine companion. Blue Door is known for their happy hour, ladies night, and also happens to be huge animal advocates. We’re sure that your dog would love to join in on ladies night and happy hour.
Eccentric Brewing
This indoor taproom is dog-friendly and people-friendly if you’re a local beer drinker. Sample 12 beers brewed here in Midland, make a new friend, and bring your pup; what more could you ask for? Bearing in mind that Eccentric is a smaller venue, it is advised that your dog be better behaved than a child.
The Destination
Midland’s go-to event space is also super dog-friendly. With live music, art events, drinks, and all your favorite local food trucks on the weekends, The Destination will be your dog-friendly bar destination. Your pup is sure to enjoy all of the festitivies happening there.
The Detour Bar
Another local favorite features tons of great food, and of course, drinks. And the best part is you can enjoy all of these on Detour’s dog-friendly patio. Keep an eye on their socials for brunch opportunities on Saturdays and Sundays.
Riley’s Bar & Grill
All your homestyle favorites and your dog? What’s better than that! Enjoy Riley’s classic menu with one of their famous Bloody Marys on their dog-friendly patio.
The Beer Garden
If you love craft beer, this is THE place for you and your four-legged friend. Grab a taste of our two local breweries (Eccentric & Tall City) along with a host of other delicious beers on draft from around the world. Open 7 days a week with food onsite, you’ll find a lot of reasons to return to Midland Beer Garden. If your dog has a problem with giant tortoises, this might not be the spot for you. If you don’t like drinking booze amidst a greenhouse, it's not a good choice for you.
The Mule Barn
Whether you’re visiting for the mules, the tacos, the pool, or live music, your dog is in the clear to accompany you to the Mule Barn. The patio is perfect for those warm summer nights or even beneath the heat lamps and around the fire pits with your pup by your side and one of their famous mules in hand.
Fair to Midland
While this Fair themed bar stop is a fun time on its own, there’s nothing better than bringing your furry BFF along with you for the fun. Take a seat outside, order a drink and your favorite fried menu item, and enjoy a carnival game or the slide with your pup at Fair to Midland.
Parks & Recreation
Now for some spots that are exclusively for dogs and the humans just get to tag along. Be sure to clean up after your dog at these establishments and keep an eye on your dog if there are other pups around.
Beal Waggin’ Trail Dog Park
This is every dog’s dream with plenty of room to run leash-free and lots of opportunities to make some other dog friends. All the dog parents can rest assured due to the separate park areas for big dogs and little dogs to keep everyone safe. Beal Waggin’ Trail Park is equipped with lots of room to play, shade and seating for the humans, and plastic bags for any accidents.
Hogan’s Run Dog Park
Another dog exclusive park in Midland that has everything a pup could want is Hogan Park. With lots of agility obstacles for the fast and the furious and lots of shade for the lazy, Hogan is a great option for all Midland pups. Amenities for the humans include seating, bathrooms, and shade trees for a long day at the park.
Sibley Nature Center
Have a look at the natural aspects of West Texas over at the Sibley Nature Center. Here you’ll learn more about the wildlife and plant life that is native to our area while also exploring the area with your pet. Even if you’re without a four-legged friend, Grand Companions hold their Hike with a Homeless Pet dog walking event here to give the adoptable pups a chance to walk and meet their potential adopters.
Arts Council of Midland Sculpture Garden
Where else can take in art and reflect inside on a beautiful life with man’s best friend. Something different than just the dog park, we know that your pooch will love that art as much as you will. The Arts Council garden is complete with a grassy area and tons of room to explore with some of Midland’s greatest sculptures.
Museum of the Southwest Grounds
Get artsy with your best buddy and enjoy the many sculptures on the Museum of the Southwest grounds. With the addition of a mural at the museum, you and your pup are sure to enjoy your time at MSW. Make sure you check it out and snap a picture for the Gram of your furriest companion.
Want to explore more murals around Midland? Check out our blog on all of Midland’s murals and street art.
Centennial Park Dog Park
Midland’s newest dog park caters to both large and small dogs offering two different park areas. This dog park is located on the north side of Centennial Park - at the foot of the Petroleum Building. Just keep in mind that dogs are not welcome on the main green of Centennial Park and need to stay at the dog park.
Comanche Trail
If your pet is a car lover, you should make the short drive over to Odessa and explore the Comanche Trail. There are 2 routes on the trail for you to walk with your pet and explore the trail with your adventure companion. If your dog is a frisbee fan, then there are 3 separate disc golf courses in the area that they are bound to enjoy.
Central Bark
While you’re in Odessa, you might as well enjoy a dog park. Central Bark or Paul Slator Park features a leash-free zone and plenty of open space to run and play. Make sure that your pup is up to date on all their shots before taking them out.
HIIT4FIT
When going to your workout class, you have to remember all the essentials for getting your sweat on. Of course a water bottle and a towel but what about your dog? At HIIT4FIT, bring your pup along for the fun during your next class. Whether you’re getting zen during a yoga session or an intense cycling or HIIT session, your dog will be there every step of the way.
Shopping
More ways that you can bring your dog with you is at these shopping spots around Midland. Some of these are outdoors and at some, the pups are allowed to come on in.
Alldredge Gardens
As you peruse the aisles and aisles of greenery at Alldredge, bring your pup to accompany you in choosing the perfect plant for your outside or inside gardens. After you’re done shopping, take a pit stop at the Cafe located within the greenhouse for a drink, a meal, or a little of both.
The Botanical Boutique
Perhaps you and your dog share a green thumb or you’re both in it for the fun of trying to grow something new every year. Whatever it is, stop into The Botanical Boutique to stock up on stems, sprouts, and decor for your outside plant oasis. This team loves seeing their furry supporters stop in.
READ: 7 Local Nurseries in Midland, Texas
Midland Downtown Farmers Market
Both you and your pet can support local businesses every Saturday together. If you’re early enough, you might even be able to catch some of the pet treat vendors to grab some snacks for your pet. Leashed dogs are always welcome at MDFM and we know they will love supporting local entrepreneurs as much as you do.
Woof Gang Bakery
Whether your pooch needs a day at the spa or a restock in treats, they’re always free to come in and shop at Woof Gang Bakery. You’ll find tons of different brands of food, treats, and toys for your pet to enjoy. We already know you won’t be walking out empty-handed.
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