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You and your pooch

Pet-friendly places for you and your four-legged friends

Tiffany Esshaki / Speical to Metromix

June 21, 2011

This weekend, the Palace of Auburn Hills will once again play host to Pet-A-Palooza, one of the largest pet adoption events in the nation. The 10^th annual celebration of our furry friends is set for June 25-26 and will feature plenty of goodies for your pet, not to mention hundreds of animals ready to find a good home.

But once you’ve brought home the newest member of your family, how do you manage to spend time with them without putting a dent in your bustling social life? Lucky for you, plenty of places around town welcome your pampered pooch with open paws. So grab the leash, because Metromix has found the hottest spots to bring your four-legged friend.

Cheli's Chili Bar & Restaurant

47 E. Adams - Detroit

313- 961-1700

Next time you want to watch the game with the guys, bring man’s best friend to the patio at Cheli’s Chili Bar in downtown Detroit. Located right next to Comerica Park, Cheli’s is a local favorite to catch a home game for any of the D-town favorites.

Frittata

236 S. Main - Clawson

248-280-2552

Voted Best Brunch by Detroit Metromix readers, this downtown Clawson favorite is so pooch friendly, they’re considering adding a dog menu. Grab a spot on the patio and savor any of Frittata’s gourmet breakfast or lunch items.

Mr. B's Pub

215 S. Main - Royal Oak

248-399-0017

If you’re looking for a quick lunch at the heart of downtown Royal Oak, stop in to Mr. B’s. Park your pooch just outside the patio railing while you dig in to half off pizza and appetizers from 3-6p.m. Monday through Friday.

Brooklyn Pizza

111 Henrietta - Birmingham

248-258-6690

Why settle for pepperoni on your couch when you can share a gourmet pie on the patio at Brooklyn Pizza. Dogs can sit in the sun while you munch on specialty pizzas like grilled shrimp with sundried tomatoes, garlic and homemade pesto.

Rosie O'Grady's

279 Nine Mile - Ferndale

248-591-9163

One of the most happening spots in downtown Ferndale also happens to be the premier place to take your pup. The front patio at Rosie’s has a “Pooch Entrance,” where your dog can stop in for a bowl of water while you slurp up some of the happy hour specials, including $2.25 domestic beers, $3.50 imports, and $3.50 choice liquors like Absolute, Jameson and Bacardi.

The Cupcake Station

136 N. Old Woodward - Birmingham

248-593-1903

If you want to snag something sweet, head over to The Cupcake Station in downtown Birmingham. The sidewalk seating is dog-friendly, and the cupcakes are sure to please any species.

Woodward Avenue Brewers

22646 Woodward - Ferndale

248-546-3696

It’s all wags at the WAB, where the 16 table patio is dog friendly. Water bowls and dog treats welcome your furry friend while you enjoy $2 pints of WAB beer, $2 well drinks and $3 Jack or Jameson from 3-7 p.m. Wednesday through Friday.

Tom's Oyster Bar Royal Oak

318 S. Main - Royal Oak

248-541-1186

If you’re looking to get your paws on some upscale fare, try Tom’s Oyster Bar in downtown Royal Oak. Pets can stay near your table outside the patio railing so you can enjoy happy hour specials like $3 drafts, $4 martinis and $3 well drinks 4-7 p.m. Monday through Friday

Kilwin's Handmade Chocolates

107 E. Liberty - Ann Arbor

734-769-7759

Dog-lovers with a sweet tooth, rejoice. The downtown Birmingham stop for all things sugary welcomes pups to their sidewalk seating. To beat the summer heat, try a milkshake made with original recipe Kilwin’s ice cream.