Exploring Norfolk with your four-legged friend is a wonderful adventure. But sometimes it can be tricky to find dog friendly places to eat. We know the struggle and no fur-baby should get left behind! They are family, after all!
So, whether you’re staying at one of our dog-obsessed holiday cottages in Norfolk, or on a ruff-tastic day out with your fur-buddy, we have carefully compiled our favourite dog friendly places to eat at in Norfolk. Woof to that!
And if you’re looking for dog friendly places to stay in Norfolk, Pack Holidays have a wide selection of holiday cottages specially selected to cater for dogs and finished with special little touches with your fur-babies in mind. Whether you want to stay by North Norfolk’s coastline full of brilliant dog walking trails or if you’d prefer something closer to the action and curious market towns, you can find the paw-fect holiday cottage for you and your pooch. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for below, just ask us. We’re always full of great places to go for a treat or two – humans included!
- Cliff Top Cafe in Cromer
With cliff top views over the North Norfolk sea this fab little cafe warmly welcomes dogs and even offers home baked dog treats. Perfect if you’re visiting Cromer with your pooch.
- The Gunton Arms in Thorpe Market
Enjoy an exquisite meal cooked over an open fire at the glorious Gunton Arms. Set in a one thousand acre deer park, this place is really special. And the best part? Your fur-friends can enjoy it with you!
- The Beach Cafe in Wells-next-the-Sea
A top spot for dog walkers, finish your stroll along the beach with a trail of wet and sandy pawprints leading to The Beach Cafe where you can indulge in a cuppa for you and dog biscuits for the fur-kids.
- The Pigs in Edgefield
Take a trip to the charming and rustic Pigs where your best fur-buddy can literally be spoiled for choice with their very own delicious pooch menu. The human food is pretty tasty too!
- The Doggie Diner in Cromer
It’s in the name, The Doggie Diner is made for dogs (well behaved owners allowed). Pups can choose from their very own menu and, for the more refined floof, even sip on a glass of pawsecco!
- Petals Tea Room in Dersingham
If you’ve just had a meander around the Sandringham Estate why not treat yourself to tea and cake at this quaint little tea room where dogs can choose a treat from the shop.
- The Walled Garden in Little Plumstead
A short car journey from the Norfolk Broads you’ll find the lovingly restored Victorian walled garden which welcomes well behaved dogs on leads to join you on their covered patio area. Scrumptious local cakes and dog treats on tap!
- Carberrys in Norwich
Resident retriever, Toby, is ready and waiting to welcome furry friends to Carberrys in Tombland, just a ball’s throw from Norwich Cathedral. We highly recommend the Italian gelato!
- The Art Cafe in Holt
After a busy day of padding the cobblestone streets of quaint Holt, follow your nose to the dog friendly, part vegetarian restaurant, part gallery, part shop that is The Art Cafe.
- Sara’s Tearooms in Great Yarmouth
Ideally located near the golden sandy beaches at Yarmouth’s Pleasure Beach, hounds are welcome to join you for some good value food and drink at Sara’s Tearooms.
- The Wig and Pen in Norwich
Just opposite the cathedral in Norwich’s Tombland, this medieval pub offers delicious grub and is proud to be dog friendly.
- Hill House Inn in Happisburgh
In a great little spot near Happisburgh beach, Hill House Inn boasts a large beer garden as well as gladly catering for four-legged friends after a busy day exploring the local lighthouse and cliff top paths.
- The Duck Inn in Stanhoe
This award-winning gastro pub in North Norfolk offers two dog friendly tables in their bar which are extremely popular so book ahead if you are thinking of visiting.
- The Ship Inn in Mundesley
Following walkies along the sandy beach, The Ship Inn is happy to welcome human and fur-guests alike. Relax in the homely pub or sit in the beer garden to enjoy views over the sea.
- Muddy Boots in Blickling
A visit to Blickling Hall isn’t complete without a detour to Muddy Boots where you can indulge yourself and your pooch to some well earned calories following that walk around the lake!
- The Squire’s Pantry Tea Room in Felbrigg
Your pooches will be grateful for the stop off for a lap of water and snaffle of biscuits at the beautiful Squire’s Pantry found in the historic courtyard at Felbrigg Hall.
- The Buckinghamshire Arms in Blickling
Just outside of the Blickling Hall estate you’ll discover The Buckinghamshire Arms, a historic coaching inn that serves up delicious dog friendly ice cream! Woof-tastic!
- The Elveden Inn in Elveden
Tired out from walkies through all those trees in Thetford Forest? Take a pit stop for some top nosh at The Elveden Inn which warmly welcomes hounds and humans alike.
- Reefs Bar in Sea Palling
Shake the sand and sea out of your fur and trot on into Reefs Bar where you can boop noses with resident great dane, Thor. Make yourselves at home and graze on some chips by the sea – pup-a-licious!
- The Dun Cow in Salthouse
Tuck in to some truly exceptional food at the charming Dun Cow with your fur-friend at your feet whilst enjoying incredible views over the marshes and coastline.
- Fisherman’s Return in Winterton-on-Sea
Well behaved dogs – and humans – welcome at this hidden gem of a pub in the beautiful, unspoilt seaside town of Winterton-on-Sea. Find fish pies to die for, great local real ales and a crackling fireside in the wintertime. Sandy paws no problem.
- Shambles Cafe in North Walsham
If it’s market towns you’re after, North Walsham is a bit of a treasure. Find local shops and markets in the old market square on Thursdays and Sundays. For a bite to eat, the wonderfully eclectic and dog-friendly Shambles Cafe serves freshly cooked meals and snacks – plus a cracking Sunday roast and cocktails in the evening!
- Poppylands in Horsey
An old favourite with our holidaymakers, Poppylands is a quirky, Dad’s Army themed cafe with great food, hot and cold drinks and is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat with your dogs. Expect 1940’s styled staff, cute teacosied teapots and the occasional visit from that stupid boy, Pike!
