Dine With Your Dog At 12 Great Colorado Restaurants

Dogs love living on Colorado's Western Slope. Like us, they love hiking the trails on the Grand Mesa and joining you for a walk through downtown Grand Junction. Many dogs also love being able to join us when it's time to go out for a meal.

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You might be surprised to learn how many locations in Fruita and Grand Junction allow you to bring your dog with you for a meal. Keep reading to check out twelve restaurants that will let you enjoy some table time with your pup.

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Preparing Your Dog To Dine Out

Have you ever been amazed by a well-behaved dog joining their owner at a restaurant? You can bet that it took some time and training, but with the right approach, you can probably teach your dog what it takes to go out to eat.

Whole Dog Journal offers training exercises you can do with your dog to prepare them to join you in a restaurant setting. Never take a dog to a restaurant that does not know how to behave, and you never want to let your dog interrupt the dining experience of other customers.

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Special Perks for Pets

Several restaurants in Grand Junction offer perks for well-behaved pups like water bowls and treats when they join you on the patio. While most restaurants that allow dogs to join you restrict this to an outdoor area, some places have special edibles your dog can enjoy while you eat your meal. If you visit one of the twelve restaurants in the gallery below, ask if they have special treats for your four-legged friend.