7 dog-friendly heated patios in Huntsville to check out

dogbar 36 — Huntsville has some awesome heated dog-friendly patios (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

I’ve been there—searching on Google and reading endless Yelp reviews trying to find out if a restaurant is dog-friendly. And this process gets even more complicated during the colder months when you need to find a heated patio.

Luckily, we’ve found them for you. Check out Huntsville’s top dog-friendly heated patios.

1. Rocket City Dog Bar

dogs at Rocket City Dog Bar — Peep the heaters in the back. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

Rocket City Dog Bar recently opened on January 5, and we couldn’t be more excited. Located at the former Salty Nut location, Rocket City Dog bar features a heated dog-friendly patio and a massive pet play area with tables and heaters.

Where: 2404 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Monday-Wednesday 4-10PM | Closed Thursday | Friday 4-10PM | Saturday 10AM-10PM | Sunday 10AM-8PM
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2. Mellow Mushroom Jones Valley

Bring Fido with you to the Mellow Mushroom in Jones Valley, featuring delicious pizza, drinks and a warm patio for the colder months.

Where: 2230 Cecil Ashburn Dr SE, Huntsville, AL 35802
When: Monday-Saturday 11AM-10PM
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3. Yellowhammer Brewing

Man and dog on patio at Yellowhammer — Patio hangs aren’t just for summer days at Yellowhammer. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

Yellowhammer is one of my favorite spots to grab a beer in town, and Teddy loves it too. Thankfully, we can still hang here in the winter months on their dog-friendly heated patio.

Where: 2600 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Sunday 11AM-8PM; Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM; Friday-Saturday 11AM-11PM
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4. Amerigo Italian

Amerigo is a successful Italian restaurant with locations in Tennessee and Mississippi. Next time you crave some pasta, make sure to take Fido with you and enjoy their dog-friendly heated patio.

Where: 9020 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35802
When: Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-10PM | Sunday 10:30AM-9PM
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5. Straight to Ale

Bernese Mountain Dogs at Straight to Ale — Good boys and great brews. (Straight to Ale)

Straight to Ale’s patio is enclosed with heaters during the winter months, and they have a sweet patio perk—you can order food and drinks at the bar outside instead so you don’t have to leave your dog.

Where: 2610 Clinton Ave W, Huntsville, AL 35805
When: Sunday 11AM-8PM; Monday-Thursday 11AM-9PM; Friday-Saturday 11AM-11PM
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6. Baumhower’s

If you love sports bars, make sure to take your pet with you to Baumhower’s. In addition to serving wings, burgers, steaks and seafood, Baumhower’s showcases a dog-friendly heated patio.

Where: 2309 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
When: Monday-Thursday 11AM-10PM | Friday-Saturday 11AM-11PM
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7. Old Black Bear Brewing

Dog on patio at Old Black Bear — Check out the fire pits at Old Black Bear. (Lacey Spear / Hville Blast)

Old Black Bear’s Madison location is a cozy spot to hang out during the colder months. Outside, you can find fire pits, heaters and occasionally live music.