Dog-Friendly Venues in Kensington and Chelsea

Kensington and Chelsea offers a varied mix of dog-friendly venues, from cafes and boutiques to specialist pet services. Favo Coffee Limited in Brompton boasts a 4.9/5 Google rating and sits just 4 minutes' walk from Earls Court station; it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea is London's premier spot for small dogs, offering luxury daycare, professional grooming and overnight boarding, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Egerton House Hotel in Knightsbridge extends a warm welcome to canine companions and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Of the 30 venues listed on this page, 10 have a website stating dogs are allowed, while 20 have no confirmed dog policy yet. Amenities include 4 venues with outdoor seating, 2 with enclosed gardens, and 2 with dog-loving staff. Transport links across the borough make it easy to explore on foot with your four-legged friend, with many venues a short walk from Underground stations.

This page combines Paws of London venue records with information published on venue websites and, where available, supplied by venues or contributed by visitors. Where a dog policy is shown as not yet confirmed, we have not checked it with the venue: call ahead before travelling.

• Starpets London – 49 Chelsea Manor St, London SW3 5RZ, United Kingdom

  Starpets London is a dog and cat grooming business at 49 Chelsea Manor Street in Chelsea, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It describes itself as an upscale grooming service with over 20 years of experience across all types of dog and cat breeds, and says its certified groomers give each animal individual attention throughout the appointment. The grooming menu is broad. It includes full grooming with breed standard or customised trimming, puppy cuts, hypoallergenic and medicated baths, moisturising and specialised coat treatments, de-shedding, de-matting, nail trimming and ultrasound teeth cleaning. Specialised cat grooming is listed too, including lion cuts. Appointments can be booked online or by contacting the business directly. For dog owners, Paws of London records that dogs are welcome indoors, which fits a business whose work is grooming them. The nearest stations are Sloane Square and South Kensington, each about a 12 minute walk, with Gloucester Road around 18 minutes away.

• The Little Green Hound Pantry – 1 Holland St, London W8 4NA, United Kingdom

  The Little Green Hound Pantry is a dog food shop and coffee stop at 1 Holland Street, near High Street Kensington. Its website describes natural food, treats and supplements chosen to support gut health and immunity, hand-picked by the team and delivered same day across Kensington and Chelsea. The range includes fresh frozen food, both raw and cooked, sold as chubs, blocks, burgers and nuggets. For owners without freezer space there is a shelf-stable range, from gently steamed meals to freeze-dried food. The shop also stocks chews, toys, compostable poop bags and gundog and scentwork kit such as training dummies. Fresh food can be set up as a subscription so you never run out. The shop invites customers to pop in with their dog, grab a coffee, and get help choosing what suits their dog best. High Street Kensington station is about a 3 minute walk away, with Notting Hill Gate about 9 minutes on foot and Queensway about 11.

• Favo Coffee Limited – 259 Old Brompton Rd, London SW5 9HP, United Kingdom

  A cozy cafe in Brompton, Kensington and Chelsea, Favo Coffee Limited boasts a 4.9/5 Google rating. Located just a 4-minute walk from Earls Court station, this cafe is listed as dog-friendly, making it a great spot to relax with your furry friend in a welcoming environment. Enjoy a delightful break with your canine companion in this charming London neighborhood.

• Pet Pavilion – 174 Kensington Church St, London W8 4DP, United Kingdom

  Pet Pavilion in Kensington offers award-winning grooming services alongside a curated selection of premium pet supplies. They have been a trusted name for over 30 years, with six London locations including this one near Notting Hill Gate station. Their dog-loving staff are experienced in tailoring grooming to each dog's specific needs, ensuring a comfortable and transformative experience for your beloved pet.

• Zadig&Voltaire – 182 Westbourne Grove, London W11 2RH, United Kingdom

  Zadig&Voltaire on Westbourne Grove is a fashion boutique in London, offering luxury ready-to-wear clothing and accessories for women and men. They provide services like distance selling, alterations, e-reservations, and after-sales service.

• Holland Bark Club – 262 Kensington High St, London W8 6ND, United Kingdom

  Holland Bark Club is a dog daycare at 262 Kensington High Street, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Its website groups its work under daycare, grooming and lifestyle, and describes it as a small-scale daycare located minutes from Holland Park. The club specialises in small breed dogs up to 6 kilograms in weight. It says it aims to create a safe, calming and happy environment for dogs to spend their days away from home. It also says it has a loyal client base who have stayed with it for many years, following it from its first residential premises to its present commercial space. The team lists a Level 2 award in Canine Care and Welfare. This is a service for small dogs, so check the weight limit before booking. The nearest stations are High Street Kensington, about 8 minutes on foot, Kensington (Olympia) at 9 minutes and Earl's Court at 11 minutes.

• King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) – 177 Fulham Rd., London SW3 6JW, United Kingdom

  King's Dog Daycare is at 177 Fulham Road in Chelsea and combines a dog daycare, a grooming salon and a café. Its website says it was founded in 2021 and that the current, larger premises let it welcome up to 27 of Chelsea's dogs a day into a fully licensed daycare designed for small breeds. The daycare is licensed for dogs up to 15kg and specialises in puppy socialisation, with large play areas, quiet zones and secure garden access. A daycare trial is required. Full grooming is offered, including ultrasonic teeth cleaning, de-matting and spa treatments, and there is overnight boarding. The café serves a specialty single-origin Colombian coffee. A 45-minute dog petting session lets people without a dog of their own spend time with the daycare's gentlest dogs. Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors. South Kensington station is about four minutes' walk, with Gloucester Road about eleven and Sloane Square about thirteen.

• The Egerton House Hotel – 17-19 Egerton Terrace, London SW3 2BX, United Kingdom

  The Egerton House Hotel is a red-brick Victorian townhouse dating from 1843, at 17-19 Egerton Terrace in Knightsbridge. It is part of the family-owned Red Carnation Hotel Collection and sits on a leafy residential street near Harrods, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. The hotel has 23 rooms, four Studio Suites and one Master Suite, furnished with antiques and original artworks. Guests can take afternoon tea, including a children's version served with the hotel's teddy bear, Edwin, or drink in the bar, which it says is known for its martinis. The hotel also gives guests complimentary exhibition entry and priority access at the V&A. For dog owners, the hotel says its Very Important Pets receive the same hospitality as guests, and that a Pet Concierge looks after them. Its general manager refers to the hotel's canine visitors. The nearest stations are South Kensington (7 minutes on foot), Knightsbridge (9 minutes) and Sloane Square (11 minutes).

• Big City Dog – 212 Kensington High St, London W8 7RG, United Kingdom

  Big City Dog is a concept store at 212 Kensington High Street that combines a dog shop, a grooming salon and a café. Its website describes it as more than just a pet shop and a community hub, set in the heart of Kensington. The shop sells a curated collection of accessories, healthy treats and gifts for dogs and their owners. Grooming services are offered by an in-house team. The in-house bar, The Matcha Lab, serves ceremonial-grade matcha. There is also a self dog wash where owners wash, rinse, condition and dry their own dog with professional drying equipment; no appointment is needed, and haircutting, clipping and trimming are not permitted at the wash station. Towels are not provided, so owners are asked to bring one. The website says the bar is a dog-friendly space. High Street Kensington station is about six minutes' walk away, with Kensington (Olympia) about eleven minutes and Earls Court about twelve.

• Ruby Zoe Hotel & Bar – 146, 164 Notting Hill Gate, London W11 3QG, United Kingdom

  Ruby Zoe is a hotel and bar at 146-164 Notting Hill Gate, W11 3QG, part of the Ruby hotel group. Its design takes inspiration from Notting Hill's Caribbean roots and carnival history, with colourful shutters, decorative panels, bold patterns and bleached wood, mixed with costumes, instruments and props. The bar is described as the heart of the hotel. It serves barista coffee and organic teas, signature and creative cocktails and Italian-inspired snacks, and the hotel says it hosts live gigs and events. Each room is soundproofed and has a pocket-sprung mattress and a rain shower. Breakfast uses pastries, cheese and fruit from local partners, with barista coffee and organic tea. For dog owners, the hotel's page lists pets as allowed, with a charge per stay, so ask the hotel about its rules before you book. The nearest stations are Notting Hill Gate, about 4 minutes on foot, and Holland Park, about 6, with Queensway around 11.

• Yuppy Puppies - Pet Groomer & Shop – 115 Clarendon Rd, London W11 4JG, United Kingdom

  This Notting Hill groomer offers a pampering experience for your beloved pets. Located in Kensington and Chelsea with a Google rating of 4.7/5, Yuppy Puppies is conveniently situated just a 6-minute walk from Latimer Road station. While specific dog-friendly amenities aren't detailed, their core business as a groomer suggests a welcoming environment for canine clients seeking a spruce-up.

• Pets in the City – 75 St Helens Gardens, London W10 6LL, United Kingdom

  Pets in the City, a professional groomers and daycare near Ladbroke Grove, offers a full pampering service for your beloved pets. Since 2005, they've provided services including clipping, hand stripping, teeth brushing, and nail clipping. Their daycare includes pick-up and drop-off, ensuring peace of mind for busy Londoners. Your furry friends will be well cared for, with walking and even boarding options available at their Dorset country club.

• Hux Hotel – 7-9 Kensington High St, London W8 5NP, United Kingdom

  The Hux Kensington is a hotel and bar at 7-9 Kensington High Street, W8 5NP, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It describes itself as a "sustainable, sensory sanctum" and uses the tagline "Purveyors of Exceptional Experiences". The hotel says its rooms are "elegantly designed, with a touch of whimsy". The bar serves signature cocktails, from traditional recipes to more inventive ones, made by what the venue calls master bar staff. The Live Lounge hosts live music each week alongside its cocktails, with a soundtrack of up-and-coming musical talent. The hotel also tells its own story on its website: before it was a hotel, the site was the private residence of Lord Horatio Huxley, a naturalist and collector whose townhouse, in the venue's account, was filled with tropical plants, art and animals. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Outdoor seating is recorded. The nearest stations are High Street Kensington (4 minutes on foot), Queensway (11 minutes) and Gloucester Road (11 minutes).

• Chelsea Veterinary Surgery Waggin' Tails – 364-366 Fulham Rd., London SW10 9UU, United Kingdom

  Chelsea Veterinary Surgery is a vet practice at 364-366 Fulham Road in Chelsea, in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. It is independently owned by DNA Vetcare, and it says it cares for families in Kensington, Earls Court, Hammersmith and surrounding areas. The surgery offers care from routine vaccinations to advanced surgeries. Its site also lists preventative healthcare, health checks and clinics, and puppy and kitten checks. It says it offers flexible appointment times, and owners can register a pet online. For emergencies, the surgery works with Elizabeth Street Veterinary Clinic, which it describes as its nearby clinic providing 24-hour emergency vet services. Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors here. It is a veterinary surgery, so its purpose is to treat animals, and the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Fulham Broadway station is a seven-minute walk. Imperial Wharf is about ten minutes away and West Brompton about eleven.

• Zadig & Voltaire – 164-166 King's Rd, London SW3 4UP, United Kingdom

  Explore Chelsea's fashion scene at Zadig & Voltaire on the King's Road, a stylish boutique conveniently located near Sloane Square station. This shop welcomes well-behaved dogs, making your luxury shopping experience in Kensington and Chelsea even more enjoyable. Browse the latest collections for women, men, and kids, alongside a curated selection of handbags.

• Eggslut Portobello – 185 Portobello Rd, London W11 2ED, United Kingdom

  Eggslut Portobello is a gourmet food concept restaurant specializing in egg-centric dishes served all day. The menu offers a variety of egg sandwiches and other comfort food with a twist.

• Pet Pavilion – 163 King's Rd, London SW3 5TX, United Kingdom

  Pet Pavilion on London's King's Road offers award-winning grooming services and a luxury boutique experience for discerning dogs and their owners. As a multi-award-winning pet destination, they provide expert grooming, premium nutrition, and stylish accessories. Dogs are welcome indoors and can even enjoy comfy beds and blankets while you shop or await their pampering session. Located in Chelsea, near South Kensington station.

• Belvedere Restaurant – Holland Park, Abbotsbury Rd, London W8 6LU, United Kingdom

  Belvedere is an Italian restaurant inside Holland Park, reached from the Abbotsbury Road entrance. The building was put up between 1638 and 1640 as part of the stables and coach house serving Holland House, and later became a ballroom with a viewing gallery and an orangery. The kitchen is led by chef Lello Favuzzi, who was born in Sardinia. The menu focuses on seasonal produce from small-scale suppliers across Italy and leans towards seafood and Mediterranean flavours, with thin-crusted pizzas from a wood-fired oven and a raw fish selection. The restaurant hosts private parties, meetings and weddings, and guests can use the Holland Park car park in front of it. On dogs, the restaurant's FAQ says pets are allowed in the restaurant but must be kept on the leash. Holland Park gates close at dusk, and after dark visitors enter by the Abbotsbury Road gate. The nearest stations are Kensington (Olympia) and Holland Park, each about 8 minutes on foot.

• Megan's on the High Street Restaurant (Kensington) – 204 Kensington High St, London W8 7RG, United Kingdom

  Megan's on the High Street is a neighbourhood restaurant at 204 Kensington High Street, on the corner of Phillimore Gardens in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Its site describes it as known for charm and an abundance of blossom flowers and fairylights. The restaurant serves brunch, with bottomless brunch at the weekend, plus dinner and cocktails. It says it is known for fairy lights, Eastern Mediterranean flavours and warm hospitality, and describes the interiors as stunning. The kitchen serves food until closing time, and the team says it always leaves space for walk-ins. There is an events space, and the restaurant advertises its sharing boards, which are raised above the table, for parties and special occasions. For dog owners, the venue describes itself as a dog friendly brunch and dinner restaurant, and Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors. The nearest station is High Street Kensington, a five-minute walk. Kensington (Olympia) is about eleven minutes away on foot.

• Ollie's House Restaurant (Chelsea) – 236 Fulham Rd., London SW10 9NB, United Kingdom

  We are sorry to announce that Ollie's House Restaurant in Chelsea has now closed. We thank all our customers for their support. We are unsure if or when we may reopen elsewhere.

Cafes: dog-friendly cafés in Kensington and Chelsea, or Dog cafes in London, grouped by area.

Nearest Stations

• South Kensington (15 venues)
• Sloane Square (13 venues)
• Gloucester Road (13 venues)
• High Street Kensington (8 venues)
• Knightsbridge (8 venues)

Neighbourhoods in Kensington and Chelsea

• Chelsea (11 venues)
• Kensington (9 venues)
• Knightsbridge (3 venues)
• Notting Hill (8 venues)

Are all the venues in Kensington and Chelsea dog-friendly?

No. Of the 30 venues listed on this page, 10 have a website stating dogs are allowed, and 20 have no confirmed dog policy yet. If a venue's dog policy is not yet confirmed, we recommend calling ahead before you travel to check that dogs are welcome on the day you plan to visit.

Which venues in Kensington and Chelsea have outdoor seating for dogs?

Four of the 30 venues listed here have outdoor seating. Outdoor seating can be a helpful amenity when visiting with your dog, but remember that outdoor space doesn't guarantee a dog-friendly policy. Always check the individual venue's dog policy before your visit to confirm that dogs are welcome.

Where can I find a highly rated dog-friendly cafe in Kensington and Chelsea?

Favo Coffee Limited in Brompton has a 4.9/5 Google rating and is just 4 minutes' walk from Earls Court station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea also holds a 4.8/5 rating and offers a cafe alongside daycare and grooming services; it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Are there any dog daycare centres in Kensington and Chelsea?

Yes. Holland Bark Club in Kensington is a daycare with an 8-minute walk from High Street Kensington station; it has dog-loving staff and states on its website that dogs are welcome. King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea is London's premier spot for small dogs, offering luxury daycare, grooming and overnight boarding; it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Can I take my dog to a hotel in Kensington and Chelsea?

The Egerton House Hotel in Knightsbridge is a charming boutique townhouse that extends a warm welcome to canine companions, and dogs are treated like royalty. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The hotel is located 7 minutes' walk from South Kensington station and offers acclaimed breakfast and traditional afternoon tea.

Where can I get my dog groomed in Kensington and Chelsea?

Yuppy Puppies - Pet Groomer & Shop in Notting Hill has a 4.7/5 Google rating and is 6 minutes' walk from Latimer Road station; it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). King's Dog Daycare (Groomer, Dog Cafe, Wine Bar) in Chelsea offers professional grooming alongside daycare and boarding, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Are there any dog-friendly shops in Kensington and Chelsea?

Zadig&Voltaire on Westbourne Grove in Notting Hill is a fashion boutique offering luxury ready-to-wear clothing and accessories, and it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The shop is 8 minutes' walk from Notting Hill Gate station. Yuppy Puppies - Pet Groomer & Shop in Notting Hill also operates as a pet shop and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).