Top pet-friendly cafes in Dubai for your super dog

We’ve just been introduced to Krypto, the super dog on the big screen – and are impressed with the well-dressed pup. At the weekend, as some moviegoers headed to the cinemas to see the dog in red-and- blue save Superman, others took their own woofilicious friends to Reel Cinemas, where they saw Krypto take to the screens as part of a promotional event.

Didn’t get to go? Don’t worry, you can still find some lovely things to do with your fur-child across the city.

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To begin with, here are some cafes where your fluff balls will find friends, food, and lots of pets.  

Aria and Bianca's Bubble Tea Café

Looking for a place where you can relax, unwind, watch those tails wag in happiness? Check out this JLT café, which comes complete with an indoor dog park and play area, a special menu for the pups – including cake! – and enthusiastic staff that’s always ready to give those extra cuddles and pets.

7am – 11.45pm (Sun-Sat).Cluster L, JLT, Dubai. 055 229 7416

Chaihona, The Greens

It’s the perfect time for ice cream, and there’s no reason why your dog should miss out. While you slurp on homemade artisanal ice cream or sorbet, your dog can whet his taste buds too. Plus, it’s a nice place to help him/her make a few new buds.

9am-midnight. Daily. The Onyx Tower 2 - Floor P2, Dubai. 052 684 3748.

Pawdy Neighbors

Get your dopamine fix at this pet-friendly bistro and spa, where the doggos get shampoos and fancy dos while you chat away with like-minded fur-parents.  While dog-friendly spaces are the main draw of this café, it isn’t like the food is an afterthought – the menu has something for everyone, including some vegan and gluten-free options.

7am-10pm. Daily. Souk Al Manzil - Old Town Downtown, Dubai. 04 568 9291.

Stomping Grounds

It’s not just what you sat, it’s how you say it. Case in point: A social media post went up from this establishment recently, explaining that “a pet-friendly café is 95% tail wags and cuddles… and 5% explaining to a grown adult why their dachshund shouldn’t be licking hollandaise off our house plates.” By gently pointing out that even dogs must behave in public spaces with a funny PSA on social media, the speciality coffee shop reprimands the pet parents goofing off while visiting while simultaneously welcoming all little balls of floof. Definitely dog-worthy.

7.30am-11.30pm. Daily. Jumeirah 1, Dubai. 04 344 4451.

Tail Café

Whether you just want to hang out with your pup and get a few pets in or you want to do an activity (such as yoga) with your pooch, keep an eye out for this café’s menu of things to do. Small, but fun sessions are held often, so you can not only get your stretches in and sip your cappuccino, you can do it with your dog in tow.

7am-9pm. Daily. The Market, Green Community, DIP 1, 04 835 7281.

Taken.

If you’ve got a small pup, bring them along to Taken café in Dubai Hills, where you can tuck into everything from salad to rice bowls, and sweet drinks while he or she lounges and keeps an eye out for the odd crumb that falls off the table.

7am-11pm. Daily. Dubai Hills. 04 454 6167.

Lime Tree Café

Talk about a real treat. The pups have a special menu at this café, so while you enjoy your meal, they can scoff down theirs too. While all the eatery’s branches – in The Springs Souk, Depachika - Nakheel Mall & Trampo Extreme. Waitrose Community Mall - Motor City and Town Square – allow pets in their outdoor spaces, the Al Quoz spot allows them indoors, too.  

Al Qouz 1, Next to the Courtyard Gallery, Near to Times Square – Dubai. 04 325 6325.

Special mention

Happy Bark Day

Calling all the good boys and girls. The UAE’s first pet restaurant and café is now in operation and it’s got the treats. From pooch-friendly cupcakes to designer dog biscuits, there’s something for every birthday (and budget). A certified pet nutritionist has helped formulate the delicacies, so you can feed your precious without worrying about the ingredient quality. But pawrents, please carry your own nosh – the menu is for dogs only.

 Thursday-Tuesday, 1pm-10pm. Business Bay. 050 676 1031.

Karishma Nandkeolyar

karishma@khaleejtimes.com

Karishma Nandkeolyar loves working with words. As part of the lifestyle and entertainment beats, she enjoys discovering new things happening in the UAE as well as human interest stories that’ll tug at your heartstrings.