Although pet-friendly restaurants are on the rise, many only allow pets without offering special meals for them. How can pet owners enjoy their meals while their beloved furry friends drool beside them, hungry and left out? (It can be quite annoying when dogs keep barking for food, making it hard for owners to eat in peace.)
Thankfully, many pet restaurants now provide food for dogs, allowing our furry companions to enjoy dining out just like humans. With chefs preparing delicious dishes for them and waitstaff serving their meals, dogs are no longer just an afterthought; they can dine like royalty at the table! (Though they might still cause a bit of trouble even with food...) Let's take a look at DailyView's statistics on the most highly-rated pet restaurants across Taiwan!
Top Pet-Friendly Restaurants in Taiwan
- Dora Dog Café: Located in Hsinchu City, this pet-friendly café offers simple meals like pasta, sandwiches, and pancakes. Dogs can enjoy a special meal that includes meat patties, salad, vegetables, and pasta, available in both large and small portions. They even provide towels for dogs to sit on, understanding their preference for cozy spots.
- Bobby Pet Shower & Sunshine Café: Situated in Taichung City, this complex restaurant combines pet grooming and dining. Whether you want to wash your pet while dining or simply enjoy a meal with your dog, this place caters to both needs.
- MONA'S Café: This two-story restaurant in Kaohsiung specializes in pasta and individual meals. With a variety of dog dishes available, including beef burgers and pasta, they also offer dog cakes for celebrations.
- This Wood. Dog. Dining Hall: Located in Tainan City, this café serves hot dishes and offers unique dog meals such as beef sushi and chicken balls. They even have a special dog drink—fresh fruit milk! However, they advise caution if your dog is lactose intolerant.
- Flower House: More of a pet-themed amusement park than just a restaurant, located in Taoyuan City. Dogs need tickets to enter but can exchange them for meals inside. The outdoor space is designed for energetic dogs to play freely.
- The Favorite Café: In Yonghe District, New Taipei City, this café features unique "baked eggs" for humans and premium pet meals certified by nutritionists and veterinarians. They also offer birthday cakes for dogs when owners notify them in advance.
- Tiere: Located in Banqiao District, New Taipei City, this venue provides both dining and accommodation services for pets. Inside is spacious enough for small dogs to run around safely.
- Doorway Café: This café offers a nostalgic Taiwanese atmosphere with various drinks and light meals for owners while providing beef and chicken options for pets.
- Zoo Café: Situated in Taipei's Daan District, it started as a pet-friendly restaurant without specific pet meals but has since introduced options like sweet potato chicken meatballs based on customer demand.
- Lucky Clover House: A spacious venue in Hsinchu City perfect for active dogs to play and socialize while owners enjoy pasta and light meals alongside unique waffle dishes for pets.
Additional Notable Mentions
Besides the restaurants listed above, several others also offer pet meals but are less known. These include Go Go Party Pet Restaurant in Xinzhuang District, Taichung's Dog Cooking Art Pet Theme Hall, Go Bar Dog Bar in Xindian District, and LaLa Pet Theme Restaurant in Neihu District. Many people may not realize that Second Floor Café is also pet-friendly and offers free scrambled eggs for dogs!
Understanding Pet-Friendly vs. Pet Restaurants
It's important to note that pet restaurants primarily cater to pet owners bringing their pets along while pet-friendly establishments welcome general customers but allow pets as well. When visiting a pet restaurant, it's essential to ensure that pets do not disturb other patrons; otherwise, it may create difficulties for the staff. Additionally, even at pet restaurants, owners should clean up after their pets and consider using leashes or diapers when necessary.
Both types of establishments are rare gems that require careful management; thus, it's vital to appreciate them!
