Dog Friendly Flagler Beach: Beaches, Restaurants and Places to Explore With Your Dog

By Zero To Sit Dog Training | Flagler Beach, Florida

Looking for dog friendly restaurants, beaches and places to explore with your dog in Flagler Beach, Florida?

You picked a great place to live or visit.

Flagler Beach offers miles of beautiful coastline, outdoor dining and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Florida lifestyle with your dog.

At Zero To Sit Dog Training, we believe one of the best parts of having a well trained dog is being able to include them in more of your everyday life. A walk on the beach, breakfast overlooking the ocean or dinner on a restaurant patio becomes much more enjoyable when your dog can calmly experience the world alongside you.

Here is our guide to enjoying dog friendly Flagler Beach, Florida.

Are Dogs Allowed on Flagler Beach?

Yes. Dogs are allowed on large portions of Flagler Beach, but there is an important restriction to know.

Dogs are not permitted on the beach between North 10th Street and South 10th Street.

Outside that central section, dogs are allowed on the beach as long as they are leashed. The City of Flagler Beach specifies a maximum leash length of eight feet.

That means you can take your dog on the beach:

North of North 10th Street

or

South of South 10th Street

Always clean up after your dog and be respectful of other beachgoers and wildlife.

Dog Friendly Beach Parks Near Flagler Beach

In addition to the dog friendly sections of Flagler Beach itself, there are several nearby beach access points and parks where pets are permitted.

Varn Park

Located just north of Flagler Beach at 3665 N. Oceanshore Boulevard, Varn Park provides beach access, parking, restrooms and outdoor showers.

Pets are permitted, making it another convenient option for enjoying the beach with your dog.

Jungle Hut Park

A little farther north in the Hammock area, Jungle Hut Park offers beach access, parking, restrooms and outdoor showers.

Pets are permitted at the park, and the area tends to be quieter than some of the more heavily visited beaches.

Old Salt Park

Located at 200 16th Road in Palm Coast, Old Salt Park offers beach access, parking, restrooms and outdoor showers, and pets are permitted.

The coquina rock formations along this stretch of coastline also make it a beautiful place to explore.

Dog Friendly Restaurants in Flagler Beach

Flagler Beach has an impressive selection of restaurants, cafés and casual eateries that welcome dogs in designated outdoor seating areas.

Here are 18 dog friendly restaurants and eateries in Flagler Beach to put on your list.

Pet policies can change, so we recommend confirming with the restaurant before bringing your dog.

1. Oceanside Beach Bar & Grill

1848 S. Ocean Shore Blvd

Oceanside offers dog friendly, umbrella shaded outdoor seating near the beach. It's a great option if you're looking for everything from seafood and burgers to Mediterranean dishes and pizza.

2. Java Joint Beachside Grill

2201 N. Ocean Shore Blvd

Java Joint is a great breakfast or lunch stop with your dog. Leashed dogs are welcome at outdoor tables on the shaded deck, and they even offer pup cups.

It's also conveniently located in the northern portion of Flagler Beach, where dogs are permitted on the beach.

3. Break Awayz

819 N. Ocean Shore Blvd

Break Awayz offers dog friendly outdoor seating on its oceanfront deck.

With an ocean view and a menu featuring tacos, flatbreads, salads and other casual favorites, this can be a fun stop during a day out with your dog.

4. High Tides at Snack Jack

2805 S. Ocean Shore Blvd

High Tides at Snack Jack is a classic Flagler Beach destination right on the Atlantic Ocean.

Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome on the south deck. They even offer a dog menu and water for canine guests.

5. Beach Front Grille

2444 S. Ocean Shore Blvd

Beach Front Grille sits directly across from the ocean and offers dog friendly outdoor seating.

The menu includes seafood, burgers, sandwiches and other American favorites.

6. Tortugas Florida Kitchen & Bar

608 S. Ocean Shore Blvd

Tortugas offers pet friendly outdoor tables where you can enjoy its casual Florida inspired menu.

Because this restaurant is located within the central portion of Flagler Beach, remember that dogs are not allowed on the beach itself between North 10th Street and South 10th Street.

7. Finn's Beachside Pub

101 N. Ocean Shore Blvd

Finn's Beachside Pub offers a spacious outdoor seating area where dogs are welcome.

Its central location makes it a convenient stop while exploring downtown Flagler Beach, although the nearby beach falls within the city's restricted dog zone.

8. Tony's Pizza

Looking for pizza with your pup?

Tony's Pizzeria offers a small dog friendly outdoor seating area along with pizza, calzones, stromboli, pasta, subs and other Italian favorites.

9. Sally's Ice Cream

Sometimes you don't need an entire meal.

Sally's Ice Cream offers pet friendly outdoor tables where you can stop for ice cream, milkshakes, floats and other treats while you're out exploring Flagler Beach with your dog.

10. Flagler Fish Company

1224 S. Ocean Shore Blvd

Flagler Fish Company is both a seafood market and restaurant with dog friendly outdoor patio seating.

The menu includes fresh seafood, fish tacos, sandwiches, burgers, pasta and other coastal favorites.

11. Beach Belly Bob's Sandwich Shop

Beach Belly Bob's offers several dog friendly outdoor tables.

It's a casual option for breakfast or lunch with sandwiches, breakfast items and other quick meals that make it easy to stop while spending the day around Flagler Beach.

12. A1A Burrito Works Taco Shop

A1A Burrito Works offers Baja style Mexican food and dog friendly outdoor seating.

It's a casual choice when you want tacos, burritos and other quick food without leaving your dog behind.

13. Friends Cafe

217 S. Flagler Avenue

Friends Cafe welcomes dogs at its outdoor picnic tables.

It's primarily a breakfast and lunch spot with pancakes, omelets, sandwiches, salads and other café favorites.

Keep in mind that you may need to order inside, so this location may be easier when visiting with another person who can stay outside with your dog.

14. Swillerbees Craft Donuts

If coffee and donuts are more your speed, Swillerbees offers a couple of shaded outdoor tables where dogs are welcome.

They also offer pup cups, making this a fun morning stop with your dog.

15. Vessel Sandwich Co.

Vessel Sandwich Co. offers a small amount of dog friendly outdoor seating.

The menu focuses on freshly made sandwiches, soups and lighter plates using locally sourced ingredients.

16. Johnny D's

319 Moody Blvd

Johnny D's offers an outdoor bar and pet friendly picnic tables where dogs are welcome.

The menu includes burgers, wraps, pasta, steaks and other casual options.

17. By The Sea Cafe

By The Sea Cafe offers pet friendly outdoor patio seating.

Breakfast and lunch options include pancakes, omelets, salads, rice bowls and tacos.

18. Ohana Food Co.

107 N. Central Ave

Ohana Food Co. welcomes dogs at its outdoor tables.

It's a great option if you're looking for something lighter, with smoothie bowls, oatmeal bowls, wraps, juices, toast and handcrafted drinks.

A Dog Friendly Restaurant Is Also a Training Opportunity

Taking your dog to a restaurant isn't just about finding a patio that allows dogs.

Your dog needs to be ready for the experience.

Restaurants can have people walking past, servers carrying food, children, other dogs, dropped food, loud noises and dozens of other distractions.

A dog that's ready for restaurant outings should ideally be able to:

• Walk calmly through the restaurant's outdoor area

• Settle quietly beside or underneath your table

• Ignore other dogs

• Ignore people walking past

• Remain calm when a server approaches

• Avoid begging or trying to grab dropped food

• Respond to you despite distractions

One of the biggest misconceptions about socializing a dog is that socialization means your dog needs to meet everyone.

It doesn't.

One of our goals at Zero To Sit Dog Training is teaching your dog that you are the most important thing in their environment.

A properly socialized dog should be able to experience people, dogs, sounds, smells and other distractions without feeling the need to interact with everything around them.

Use Flagler Beach as a Real World Training Environment

One of the advantages of living in Flagler Beach is that you have an incredible variety of real world environments for practicing obedience.

Instead of your dog only listening inside your living room, imagine being able to practice:

Heel while walking along A1A.

Place while relaxing at an outdoor restaurant.

Sit and Stay with people walking nearby.

Recall around appropriate distractions.

Neutrality when another dog passes.

Let's Go during a relaxed beach walk.

These are the situations where training becomes more than simply teaching commands.

Training becomes a way to give you and your dog more freedom to experience life together.

More Dog Friendly Places Around Flagler Beach

The beach isn't your only option.

Betty Steflik Memorial Preserve

Located at 815 Moody Lane in Flagler Beach, Betty Steflik Memorial Preserve encompasses approximately 320 acres with trails and an elevated boardwalk through salt marsh, maritime hammock and mangrove environments.

Pets are permitted, making it another great place to enjoy a walk with your dog.

Wadsworth Park Dog Park

2200 Moody Blvd, Flagler Beach

Wadsworth Park includes a large fenced dog park with separate areas for large and small dogs.

Keep in mind that dog parks aren't the right environment for every dog. Know your dog's temperament and comfort level before allowing off leash interaction with unfamiliar dogs.

Tips for Taking Your Dog to Flagler Beach

Florida's beach environment creates a few challenges dog owners should keep in mind.

Bring plenty of fresh drinking water and don't allow your dog to drink ocean water.

Check the temperature of the sand before walking during hot weather.

Consider morning and evening outings during the hottest months.

Bring waste bags and always clean up after your dog.

Watch your dog for signs of overheating.

Be mindful of wildlife and protected dunes.

And most importantly, keep your dog under control and respect the people and dogs sharing these public spaces with you.

Want to Enjoy More of Flagler Beach With Your Dog?

Having dog friendly beaches and restaurants nearby is great.

Having a dog you can actually enjoy taking to them is even better.

If pulling on the leash, barking, jumping, reactivity, poor manners or lack of obedience makes taking your dog into public stressful, Zero To Sit Dog Training can help.

We provide private dog training for dog owners throughout Flagler Beach, Palm Coast and surrounding Northeast Florida communities.

Every dog and family is different, which is why we start with a free consultation. We'll learn more about you, your dog, the challenges you're experiencing and what you'd ultimately like to be able to do together.

Our goal isn't simply to teach your dog commands.

It's to help you develop a dog you can confidently include in more of your everyday life.

Ready to get started? Visit ZeroToSit.com to schedule your free consultation.