Dog Days Of Summer - Best Pet-Friendly Restaurants, Bars & Hotels To Celebrate National Dog Day In SoFlo

Escape Rooftop Bar

Located at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Escape Rooftop Bar offers one of the best Intracoastal views in the entire city. Serving sunsets daily, the west-facing rooftop is an imbibers paradise and the ideal pet-friendly location for guests to bring their pups and enjoy stellar cocktails and wines while enjoying the sunset together on the “wooftop.” Escape Rooftop Bar is located at 2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 at the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Resort. For more information, please visit: www.shorebreakfortlauderdale.com/rooftop; Telephone: (954) 908-7301. Instagram: @escaperooftopbar

Lona Cocina & Tequileria

Located on the stunning A1A strip of Fort Lauderdale Beach, Lona Cocina & Tequileria is the ultimate destination for dining and imbibing with your four-legged friend. Situated oceanside at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Lona’s expansive oceanside terrace and Tequila Terrace offers two open-air, pet-friendly dining locations with pet perks including water bowls and treats. Lona is located at 321 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For more information, visit: www.lonarestaurant.com; Phone: (954) 245-3069. Follow on Instagram @lonarestaurantfll

Pet-Friendly Hotels

Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a hidden gem – a hip 96-room boutique hotel on Fort Lauderdale Beach tucked away from A1A. Animal companions are on the A-list at the Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale and are welcomed on property with amenities like water bowls, doggie waste bags, leashes and treats for no extra charge (no matter their size, weight or breed). Boasting mid-century design, two pools, lush foliage throughout the grounds, and plenty of spots to kick back and relax, the three-story resort combines laid-back ambiance with attentive service and unparalleled dining, imbibing, and entertainment options for guests to enjoy with their pets. The Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is located at 2900 Riomar Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For additional information and details, please visit: www.shorebreakfortlauderdale.com; Phone: (954) 908-7301. Follow on Instagram: @shorebreakresortftl

The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

Treat your furry companion to the ultimate beach vacation at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, located on the stunning A1A strip on Fort Lauderdale beach. The hotel allows guests and their pets to travel in comfort with plush beds and close proximity to several walking paths along the beach. When it comes time to dine, resort guests can treat their pooch to stunning ocean views at Lona Cocina & Tequileria, the iconic Mexican eatery located on the lobby level of the property. The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is located at 321 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. For more information, visit: www.westinfortlauderdalebeachresort.com

InterContinental Miami

It’s no surprise to dog lovers that Newsweek recently crowned Miami’s downtown luxury hotel, InterContinental Miami as the Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in the USA. Known for rolling out the red carpet for furry guests and their human companions with everything from pet-friendly perks like custom bandanas, comfy pet beds and bespoke pet food to special rates like the Pets and Points program, that offer up extra IHG points to guests who book using the code; the InterContinental hotel group prides itself on its pet friendly bona fides, and InterContinental Miami is perhaps one of the best examples of it.

Additionally, the hotel’s Bayside Terrace is transformed into a “petworking” event, Paws Patio™, every Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., weather permitting. The open-air soiree is free and open to the public with water bowls for all the four-legged attendees; while adults can enjoy Dirty Dog Martinis, Mutt Mules and other libations from the cash bar.

InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, Florida 33131. For more information, please visit: www.icmiamihotel.com/discover/dog-friendly-hotels-miami