Dog Friendly Pubs and Bars

With a choice of year-round dog-friendly beaches and wonderful coastal walks around Torbay, Devon, it seems a shame to leave your dog at home. Fortunately, when you visit the English Riviera you don’t have to. There are plenty of dog-friendly places to stay. And if you’re bringing your pooch on holiday with you, it’s great to know that there are plenty of dog-friendly pubs and bars out there to choose from too. Use this guide to help sniff out where you and your hound will be made most welcome.

Historic hostelries for hounds

Built in around 1450, the Hole in the Wall claims to be Torquay’s oldest pub. There’s a quaint cobbled floor and the ceiling beams are low ensuring a very cosy atmosphere for you and your dog. As you’d expect from such a traditional pub, you can find a proper pint here with regular ales in the cellar including Sharp’s Doom Bar, Butcombe and Otter Bitter as well as a host of guest beers and ciders to choose from.

Or let you dog stretch their legs around the 450-acre parkland at Cockington. Whatever time of year you visit, you can both enjoy a drink at the pretty Drum Inn in the village. This thatched pub was designed by Edwin Lutyens and has an extensive cellar to quench your thirst.

Dog-friendly pubs for salty sea-dogs

When you need a break from walkies near Torquay’s harbour you can take a refreshing drink at Offshore Bar safe in the knowledge your dog is very welcome too. It serves a good range of beer, cocktails, and food and you can watch the boats in the harbour as you rest. Or step a little further along the promenade, and just across the road from Torre Abbey Beach you’ll find Visto Lounge Torquay. The place to see and be seen, sit out on the terrace to enjoy your coffee al fresco with your pet. If you’re visiting in the winter months, your dog can enjoy a swim in the sea from the beach across the road. Or walk just a little further along the seafront to Livermead Beach, where your dog can splash in the waves all year round.

Award Winning Cary Arms Inn and restaurant at Babbacombe has a reputation for serving up seasonal dishes with panache. And you can’t fault its stunning location right on the sea. Whether you want to enjoy a celebratory meal or just a refreshing pit stop during a coast path walk, it’s good to know your dog will always be very welcome here – just don’t let them get too close to your plate of Devon sausages!

An inn worthy of your finest pedigree

Torbay is home to 22 miles of spectacular coast path, stretching along the entire length of the English Riviera. It’s the ideal walking ground for you and your dog. If you’re planning to tackle it, it pays to be prepared and know where you and your pet will be welcome when you need to take a well-earned rest.

If you don’t want to leave your dog behind on your next holiday, take a look through our site to find everything from dog-friendly places to stay to places to walk across Torbay, including Torquay, Cockington, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham.

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The Offshore Bar & Restaurant

Torquay

Offshore is a busy cafe-bar by day and an exciting restaurant and live music venue by night. Situated in an envious location overlooking the harbour, Offshore has a hundred seats on the pedestrian area outside, so is perfect in the summer for...
Churston Manor Brixham

Brixham

Churston Manor hotel, restaurant and bar in Churston Ferrers, South Devon is a celebration of luxury, style and service.
Situated in the historic village of Churston Ferrers close to Brixham and Paignton, Churston Manor is set in 2 acres of...
Hole In The Wall Torquay

Torquay

Hole in the Wall - Welcome To Torquays oldest Pub (circa 1540).
With its cobbled floors and low beamed ceilings the hole in the wall has been a regular for smugglers and business men alike. Providing a traditional pub atmosphere with great food and...
The Clocktower Torquay

Torquay

This town centre pub is tucked away in the old part of Torquay, close to the Clock tower and harbour front. A sports pub offering live sports on four TV screen and concentrates on wet sales only.
There is live music on Friday and Saturday, and they...
The Devon Arms Torquay

Torquay

Welcoming Pub Situated near the inner harbour Torquay

Mouth-Watering Food Options
Enjoy a traditional pub meal at The Devon Arms. With a variety of pub food options including Sunday lunch, we offer delicious home cooking at prices that are...
The Kents Torquay

Torquay

Nestled at the base of the leafy Wellswood area in Torquay, The Kents is a family friendly pub with a reputation for excellent food.
Less than one mile from Torquay Harbour side and 500meters from Kents Cavern, this popular pub offers a range of...
Blue Anchor Brixham

Brixham

The Blue Anchor in Brixham is in a great location right on the harbourside of the idyllic fishing town of Brixham. Formerly two buildings, The Blue Anchor is one of Brixham's best traditional pubs.
Our cosy "Port and Starboard" restaurant is famed...
Below Decks Torquay

Torquay

Watch the world go by at Below Decks, on Beacon Quay. Open daily from 8am 'til sundown for breakfast, lunch and dinner serving locally sourced, fresh and handmade produce.
Our specials boards are updated daily, listing our locally sourced chefs...
The Drum Inn Torquay

Torquay

he Drum Inn in Cockington is a country pub & restaurant oozing rural charm and rustic character. Our picturesque surroundings provide the perfect backdrop for savouring the hearty, seasonal pub-food on our menu, and the carefully nurtured cask ales...
Cantina Kitchen and Bar Paignton

Goodrington, Paignton
The Harbour Inn Paignton

Paignton

We are a friendly, hospitable pub with stunning views of Paignton harbour and the bay. We are a child, family pub and welcome all ages.
Carvery and full pub menu serviced each day.
The Harbour Inn Paignton is a Pub sat on the beautiful Paignton...
Stumble Bar Torquay

Torquay

Torquay's only LGBTQ Bar. We treat every one equal make every one feel welcome. We love dogs, but please make sure they're well behaved and on a lead. Great deals every hour we are open, enjoy. Always stay connected with free wifi, ask a member of...
Henry's Bar Paignton

Paignton

Providing a warm welcome to visitors and locals alike, Henry’s Bar know a thing or two about celebrating the tradition of the Great British Pub.
Renowned for an extensive drinks selection, including a range of well-kept, Cask Marqued real ales,...
The Old Market House Brixham

Brixham

Overlooking Brixham harbour and operating on two floors our restaurant offers fresh, locally sourced food from the South West accompanied by great award winning beer and fine wines. we look forward to welcoming you...
Cary Arms & Spa Restaurant

Torquay

At Cary Arms & Spa, we serve gastro food cooked simply. The watchwords in the kitchen are freshness and seasonality, underpinned by a deep-rooted respect for the surrounding waters and land. The specials board changes daily reflecting Devon coast...
Route 16 Bar & Seafood

Torquay

Welcome to Route 16! We not only serve award winning fish and chips, but we are still a pub too! Come on down to enjoy a cold pint while relaxing in front of the game or in our garden with gorgeous views.
We have our own smoker on site in operation...

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