Dining out with Dogs in Metro Phoenix is just a “Fluff” story about my adventure going out to eat with my dogs. It all sort of started when my dog Louie got diagnosed with aggressive cancer and was given a prognosis of 3-6 months. I thought the nicest thing I could do for him was to take him out as often as possible so I did. Instead of the 3-6 months he made it 17 months more. Today I take my current dogs out to eat and they also enjoy it just as much as Louie did.
There are some things you need to know first about dining out with dogs. Many restaurants in Metro Phoenix do have patios but not all patios are dog friendly. For that reason and other reasons it is ALWAYS BEST TO CALL a restaurant before your visit and ask if it’s ok to dine with a dog(s). It is also ALWAYS BEST TO DINE AT OFF TIMES. You need to avoid as many other people and dogs as possible. Some people just don’t like dogs and others are allergic. You also want to avoid dogs barking at each other because you could be asked to leave.
Then there are some rules to dining out with dogs. Your dog must be close and by your side at all times. Dogs are NOT to sit on restaurant furniture and dogs are NOT to eat off restaurant plates. You should provide water and a water bowl from home for your dog. (collapsible water bowls are great) You also need to be aware that most food and drink you consume is not safe, healthy or can even be TOXIC to your dog. You need to consult your veterinarian on safe foods and food and drink to avoid. Usually a small amount of lean meat without sauce is recommended. Here in Metro Phoenix you must be aware that your dog is NOT as heat tolerant as you are. All dogs differ just as people have a different heat tolerance. I would guess that the maximin heat for healthy younger dogs might be up to 90 degrees BUT ONLY WITH SHADE. In the sun this would be too hot. Again all dogs have a different heat tolerance and hopefully you can judge well. If there are any doubts it’s better to leave your furry friend home.
Now I will turn The Forking Truth over to my dogs to tell their stories themselves.
“Banh Mi Bistro Vietnamese Eatery is a Vietnamese Restaurant that specializes in serving Vietnamese baguette sandwiches.” “They offer many Vietnamese favorites like appetizers, noodle bowls, curry chicken but they DON”T SERVE PHO.”
“Today our folks got a grilled chicken noodle bowl and a BBQ Pork Banh Mi.”
“I can tell you both were delicious!”
“Both the pork and the chicken were tasty and tender!”
“We enjoyed ourselves at Banh Mi Bistro Vietnamese Eatery!”
www.BanhMiBistroAZ.com
“Darn it!” “Salad and Go took out all the Forking Tables!”
“WOW the drive threw is really loaded up with cars today!”
“Looks like someone will order at the self serve computer.”
“I miss the old days not so long back when they used to hand out dog biscuits!” “Now we have to drive away and eat someplace else.”
“The mixed greens salad with walnuts and apple is pretty good with the chicken and only cost $5.74……what a deal!”
“DARN the extra shrimp we paid for didn’t make it to the seasonal salad with deli meat and mozzarella cheese.” “What we tried was fine.”
“We enjoyed the salads from Salad and Go!”
www.SaladandGo.com
“The Bourbon Cellar in North Scottsdale specialty might be the ground in house prime filet burger that they serve on an apple cider bun and top with a wasabi deviled egg.”
“Look at it!” It’s glorious!”
“It’s a very large half pound burger so we are here to help eat it.”
“WOW I never had a ground prime filet burger before but it smells amazing!”
“In house prime filet burgers make me happy!”
“FORKING YUM!” “More please!”
“The patio is lush with a water feature too…….but really you want to come here for the prime filet burger……(p.s. If you can’t finish your burger please call me and I’ll be happy to assist)
“You have some burger juice on your face.” “We did really great at The Bourbon Cellar.”
www.TheBourbonCellar.com
“Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante is an Italian Restaurant located in North Glendale.”
“Ummmmmmm The bread here is the most delicious in the area Ummmmmmmmm!”
“Someone got a Strawberry Chicken Salad……..well be eating mostly chicken…Ummmm..one of our favorites!”
“Our other human got an Italian Meat Sandwich on more delicious bread that comes with a side salad topped with amazing cheese.
“Delicious food and a pretty park-like patio too!”
“I can’t wait for my next bite!”
“We loved everything we tried at Bottega Pizzeria Ristorante!”
www.BottegaRistorante.com
“Well that was Dining Out With Dogs In Metro Phoenix for May 2019.” “I don’t know if we will get to see you next month because it’s getting hot in Phoenix but we hope to see you next month!”
