Dog-Friendly Venues in Lambeth

Lambeth is home to a wide variety of dog-friendly spots, from cosy brunch cafes to lively food markets and welcoming hotels. Whether you're exploring Clapham Common, the South Bank or the streets around Vauxhall, there are plenty of places to visit with your four-legged friend. This page lists 20 venues across the borough, and 8 of the 20 have a website stating dogs are allowed, whilst 12 of the 20 have no confirmed dog policy yet.

BOBO & WILD in Clapham is a brilliant choice for brunch lovers, with a 4.8 Google rating and just a one-minute walk from Clapham Common station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Over in Vauxhall, Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall sits right at Vauxhall station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), making it a handy option for a quick bite. For those looking for outdoor space, 4 of the 20 venues listed here have outdoor seating.

Whether you're after a lazy weekend brunch, a convenient stop near the station or a grooming appointment, Lambeth's dog-friendly scene has something to offer.

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.

• BOBO & WILD - Clapham - Brunch and Coffee – 18 Clapham Common South Side, London SW4 7AB, United Kingdom

  Bobo & Wild Clapham is a small independent cafe at 18 Clapham Common South Side, in Clapham, Lambeth. It is one of several sites run by the same owner, and describes itself as an independent cafe serving brunch all day, every day. The owner opened the business in 2021 after years cooking in other people's kitchens, cafes and fine dining restaurants. The menu leans on small independent suppliers, including a local bakery that delivers sourdough fresh each morning and a Malden smokehouse for the smoked salmon. There are vegan and vegetarian dishes such as Vegan Coyo Hotcakes, a Buddha Bowl and Acai Bowls, plus fresh smoothies made to order and iced coffee. Oatly Barista is the house plant milk, with coconut, soy and almond also on offer. The cafe has indoor and outdoor seating, takes walk-ins only, and can do food and drink to go, so you can carry it across to Clapham Common. On dogs, the cafe's own FAQ says all well-behaved dogs are welcome, and that those who show a trick get a little treat. The nearest station is Clapham Common, a one-minute walk away, with Clapham High Street and Clapham North about eight to nine minutes on foot.

• Franco Manca Waterloo🍕 – 77 The Cut, London SE1 8LL, United Kingdom
• J7 Bar&Restaurant 柒 – 77 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP, United Kingdom
• Ruby Lucy Hotel & Bar – 100, 108 Lower Marsh, London SE1 7AB, United Kingdom

  Ruby Lucy Hotel & Bar is a hotel at 100-108 Lower Marsh in Waterloo, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The hotel describes itself as being on London's historic South Bank, with a fairground and circus theme running through the design, including circus drums and juggling pins. The bar is open 24 hours and serves barista coffee, signature cocktails and Italian-inspired snacks, with circus stripes and vintage games. The hotel says its rooms are soundproofed and have pocket-spring mattresses and rainfall showers with aromatherapy products. Breakfast uses ingredients from neighbouring suppliers and includes porridge, pastries and fruit, with bottomless barista coffee and organic tea. For dog owners, the hotel's own page lists the stay option as pet friendly. 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. Waterloo and Lambeth North stations are each a three-minute walk, and Waterloo East is five minutes on foot.

• Black Sheep Coffee – Level The Sidings, Waterloo Station, Unit UG12, Upper Ground, London SE1 7BH, United Kingdom

  Black Sheep Coffee at Waterloo Station offers a convenient spot for a coffee break with decent Wi-Fi and a generally pleasant atmosphere.

• Buywise Pet Supplies – 517 Norwood Rd, Norwood, London SE27 9DL, United Kingdom
• BrewDog Waterloo – Unit G, Waterloo Station, 01 The Sidings, London SE1 7BH, United Kingdom

  BrewDog Waterloo is a bar and restaurant at Unit G, Waterloo Station, in The Sidings, SE1 7BH. BrewDog calls it its biggest bar: two floors, a capacity of nearly 1800, and 60 taps pouring beer from an on-site microbrewery, backed by a full restaurant menu. By day it works as a cafe for coffee, brunch and co-working, with a hotdesking space, zoom pods and two eight-person private meeting rooms. Games include six duckpin bowling lanes, electronic darts and ping pong, and the coffee is from the London roastery GRIND. Menus cover main, brunch, kids and an ice cream truck, and the venue lists a beer garden with outside tables. Paws of London records the venue as dog-friendly, based on the listing "Dog friendly", and it also notes the venue as child friendly until 9pm. It records an enclosed garden. Waterloo station is a two-minute walk, Lambeth North five minutes and Waterloo East six.

• The Coffee Lovers fl Cafe – 268 Wandsworth Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 2JR, United Kingdom

  The Coffee Lovers fl Cafe is a highly-rated spot in Nine Elms serving coffee and cafe fare to local dog owners and their pups. Located just 8 minutes from Wandsworth Road station on Wandsworth Road, this casual venue welcomes dogs and offers a relaxed neighbourhood setting. With a strong 4.6/5 Google rating, it's a trusted choice for a post-walk coffee break with your furry friend.

• Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall – 7 S Lambeth Pl, London SW8 1SP, United Kingdom

  Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall is a bustling street food market.

• Staybridge Suites London - Vauxhall, an IHG Hotel – 100 Vauxhall Walk, London SE11 5EL, United Kingdom

  Staybridge Suites London - Vauxhall is an IHG hotel at 100 Vauxhall Walk, SE11 5EL, in Lambeth. The hotel describes its accommodation as apartment-style, on a quiet street. Rooms are suites, including studio, one-bedroom and twin layouts, and the hotel says every suite has a fully equipped kitchen. Free Wi-Fi is listed, along with a daily hot breakfast included in the stay and a lobby Pantry open 24 hours a day. Guests can use the free laundry and an on-site gym, both open 24 hours. The hotel also has a small meeting space called The Den, for up to 14 people, and wheelchair accessible rooms with lift access to all floors. For dog owners, the hotel's amenities page says "We welcome small dogs under 22kg", with a pet fee, and notes that its guide dog rooms must be checked with the hotel before booking. The nearest stations are Vauxhall, a 5 minute walk, Kennington Oval (10 minutes) and Pimlico (11 minutes).

• Waterloo Arms - A BrewDog Pub – 109 Waterloo Rd, London SE1 8SW, United Kingdom

  Waterloo Arms is a BrewDog pub at 109 Waterloo Road, in the main concourse of Waterloo station, opposite Platforms 2 and 3. BrewDog describes it as a modern take on the traditional pub. The bar lists 16 taps of craft beer, with BrewDog's Punk IPA, Lost Lager and Black Heart alongside guest taps, plus cocktails and a wide selection of wines. The food is BrewDog pub classics such as sausage and mash and chili con carne, along with wings and stacked burgers. The pub also offers a daily hot desk pass for remote workers, which includes a breakfast roll, a dedicated co-working space, zoom pods and wifi. For dog owners, BrewDog says on its co-working page that all its bars are dog friendly. The nearest stations are Waterloo (2 minutes on foot), Waterloo East (3 minutes) and Lambeth North (5 minutes), and the pub sits inside Waterloo itself.

• Ayla's Pet Store Clapham – 32 Bromell's Rd, London SW4 0BN, United Kingdom

  Ayla's Pet Store Clapham, which trades as The Loyalty Groomers, is a dog and cat grooming salon and pet store at 32 Bromell's Road, Clapham, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The website describes it as a distinguished grooming salon run by industry-trained pet stylists. Besides grooming, the salon offers dental services including ultrasonic teeth cleaning. It also runs a mobile grooming service for dogs and cats, with home visits available, and cat sitting visits for owners who are away. Grooming is by appointment only, and the site says it aims to book clients in within a few days. Owners who want to learn to groom their own pet can ask about basic training sessions lasting a few hours. The business says it is run by a family with nearly 25 years of hands-on experience. Paws of London lists it as dog-friendly after an editorial check, and the recorded evidence is that it is a dog groomer and pet store offering services for dogs. Clapham Common station is a one-minute walk away, with Clapham High Street and Clapham North about seven and eight minutes on foot.

• Travelodge London Oval Cricket Ground – 52 Kennington Oval, London SE11 5SW, United Kingdom

  Travelodge London Oval Cricket Ground is a hotel at 52 Kennington Oval in the London Borough of Lambeth, next to The Oval cricket ground. The hotel describes its position as a short journey from Central London. It stands on the A202, near the junction with the A3 and A24, just south of Vauxhall Bridge. All double rooms have a king size bed, and the hotel sells snacks and drinks 24 hours a day. Rooms have a Hansgrohe Raindance adjustable shower, a Lavazza coffee pod machine with tea and hot chocolate, a choice of soft and firm pillows, and a hairdryer, iron and ironing board. Breakfast is an optional extra and includes Lavazza coffee, cooked items from the grill, pastries and plant-based options. There is no parking on site; the hotel points guests to a paid car park at St George Wharf, with a 2.1 m height restriction. 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. Oval is the nearest station, a two-minute walk. Kennington is four minutes away and Vauxhall ten.

• The London Animal Hospital – 7 Kenbury St, London SE5 9BS, United Kingdom

  The London Animal Hospital is listed on the Medivet website as Medivet 24 Hour Camberwell, an emergency veterinary practice at 7 Kenbury Street, Camberwell, SE5 9BS, in the London Borough of Lambeth. The practice says it is open 24 hours, 365 days a year, so it covers out-of-hours cases as well as routine ones. The team includes vets with a particular interest in internal medicine, abdominal ultrasonography and clinical pathology, alongside nurses and care assistants. The practice also runs the Medivet Healthcare Plan for routine care such as vaccinations and puppy and kitten courses. Clients are asked to bring back any unused medications for safe disposal. For dog owners, the practice's services list mentions dogs, and step-free access is recorded. The practice has a limited number of on-site parking spaces for clients, with more at the King's College Hospital car park at 2 Kenbury Street, about a one-minute walk away. The nearest stations are Denmark Hill and Loughborough Junction, both 6 minutes on foot, and Brixton at 17 minutes.

• Goddard Veterinary Group, Stockwell – 348 S Lambeth Rd, London SW8 1UQ, United Kingdom

  Goddard Veterinary Group, Stockwell is a vet practice on South Lambeth Road in the London Borough of Lambeth. The website says the branch has been caring for local pets since the 1980s and became part of the Goddard Veterinary Group in 2008. It serves Stockwell and nearby areas such as Clapham, Brixton, Vauxhall and Oval. The practice has on-site facilities for blood testing, x-rays and operations. Its vets and nurses run appointments, with consultations, vaccinations, neutering and microchipping among the routine care, and Official Veterinarians can issue Animal Health Certificates for travel. It says it is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, and that a pet's medical history can be reached from all of the group's branches. Out of hours, the nearest emergency hospital named is Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital. As a veterinary practice, dogs are allowed. Stockwell station is a one minute walk away, with Nine Elms 11 minutes and Clapham North 13 minutes on foot. The practice says metered parking is available locally and that it sits within the Ultra Low Emission Zone.

• The Black Dog – 112 Vauxhall Walk, London SE11 5ER, United Kingdom

  The Black Dog is a freehouse pub at 112 Vauxhall Walk, Vauxhall, SE11 5ER. The pub describes itself as award-winning and places itself on Spring Gardens. It operates from a listed building, which is why, according to its contact page, it has no wheelchair-accessible toilets. The bar serves rotating Cask-Marque accredited real ales and craft lagers, with a wine list alongside. The kitchen works from a menu that changes daily, built around small plates designed to share and larger classic plates with a twist, made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The pub says it cannot serve guests with severe allergies because of the risk of cross-contamination, and asks groups to mention dietary requirements in advance. Tables can be booked online, and the pub says 50% of the space is kept for walk-ins on a first-come, first-served basis. Outside areas cannot be booked, so a seat inside is the usual way to try for one. 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. Vauxhall station is about five minutes on foot, with Kennington Oval about nine and Pimlico about eleven.

• Goddard Veterinary Group, Kennington – 351 Kennington Rd, London SE11 4QE, United Kingdom

  Goddard Veterinary Group's Kennington practice is a vet at 351 Kennington Road, SE11 4QE. It says it has served the local community since the 1980s and became part of the Goddard Veterinary Group in 2001, and it takes in nearby areas such as Vauxhall, Elephant & Castle, Oval and Southwark. The practice is accredited by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. On-site facilities allow blood testing, x-rays and operations to be carried out. The site lists services for dogs, including neutering and an initial and annual booster vaccination, as well as microchipping and Animal Health Certificates for pets travelling abroad. The ProActive Pets monthly healthcare plan covers routine care such as consultations, vaccinations and neutering. For emergencies and out-of-hours care, the practice points owners to the Stone Lion Veterinary Hospital. Kennington Oval station is a three-minute walk, with Kennington about six minutes and Oval about eight. The practice page mentions free parking bays on Kennington Road and Windmill Road at set times, pay and display meters nearby, and several bus routes, and notes that the practice is inside the ULEZ.

• Minnow – 21 The Pavement, London SW4 0HY, United Kingdom

  Minnow is a restaurant at 21 The Pavement in Clapham Old Town, overlooking Clapham Common. It describes itself as a laid-back neighbourhood restaurant serving seasonal, modern European dishes, open for brunch, lunch, dinner and Sunday roasts. The terrace is the main feature: it overlooks the Common, is heated and covered with outdoor parasols. Terrace tables can be booked, except at weekend brunch, when seating is first come, first served. Inside, the interior has plenty of cosy corners. The ground floor is the largest area, and at the back is a banquette plus the Garden Room, an indoor space tucked away behind it. Together they can host parties of up to 34 guests, with 22 on the banquette, and larger parties are offered a 3 course group menu. Minnow does not take bookings for drinks only. For dog owners, the restaurant's own wording is "We are dog friendly!", and Paws of London records outdoor seating and outdoor heaters. Clapham Common station is a 1 minute walk away, with Clapham High Street about 8 minutes on foot.

• Medivet 24 Hour Camberwell - The London Animal Hospital – 7 Kenbury St, London SE5 9BS, United Kingdom

  Medivet 24 Hour Camberwell, also named The London Animal Hospital in our records, is a veterinary practice at 7 Kenbury Street, SE5 9BS. The site describes it as open 24 hours, 365 days a year, which makes it an emergency option as well as a day-to-day practice. The clinic has a limited number of on-site parking spaces for clients. Further parking is at the King's College Hospital car park at 2 Kenbury Street, which the site puts at about a one-minute walk from the clinic. Owners are asked to bring back any unused medications so they can be disposed of safely. The team page lists vets who work in internal medicine and abdominal ultrasonography, along with veterinary care assistants. Paws of London records step-free access. For dog owners, the website lists "Cats, Dogs, Small mammals" among the animals it treats. The nearest stations are Loughborough Junction (about 5 minutes on foot) and Denmark Hill (about 6 minutes), with Brixton a longer 17-minute walk.

• Grind at Waterloo – Unit G, Waterloo Station, 01 The Sidings, London SE1 7BH, United Kingdom

  This is the Waterloo branch of BrewDog, a popular cafe known for its craft beer selection.

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

Nearest Stations

• Waterloo (6 venues)
• Waterloo East (6 venues)
• Lambeth North (6 venues)
• Kennington Oval (5 venues)
• Vauxhall (5 venues)

Neighbourhoods in Lambeth

• Clapham (3 venues)
• Vauxhall (4 venues)
• Waterloo (6 venues)

Which dog-friendly venues in Lambeth are closest to transport links?

Market Place Food Hall Vauxhall is right at Vauxhall station, with no walk required, and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). BOBO & WILD in Clapham is a one-minute walk from Clapham Common station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). BrewDog Waterloo is a two-minute walk from Waterloo station and states on its website that dogs are welcome.

Are there dog-friendly restaurants in Lambeth with high ratings?

Yes, several highly rated options feature on this list. BOBO & WILD in Clapham has a 4.8 Google rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). J7 Bar&Restaurant 柒 in Vauxhall also has a 4.8 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Megan's Clapham Old Town Restaurant has a 4.6 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).

Do any dog-friendly venues in Lambeth have outdoor seating?

Yes, 4 of the 20 venues listed on this page have outdoor seating. BrewDog Waterloo offers outdoor seating and states on its website that dogs are welcome. It also has an enclosed garden. For other venues with outdoor facilities, check individual listings, but remember that 12 of the 20 have no confirmed dog policy yet, so it's worth calling ahead.

Can I find dog-friendly accommodation in Lambeth?

Yes, there are two hotels on this list. Ruby Lucy Hotel & Bar in Waterloo is a three-minute walk from Lambeth North station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Staybridge Suites London in Vauxhall is a five-minute walk from Vauxhall station and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Both offer convenient access to transport and local attractions.

Where can I get my dog groomed in Lambeth?

Ayla's Pet Store Clapham, also known as The Loyalty Groomers, is a grooming salon just a one-minute walk from Clapham Common station. It states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers a range of services including breed-specific skincare and de-shedding treatments. The salon has a 4.5 Google rating and caters to both dogs and cats.

How many venues on this page have confirmed dog policies?

Of the 20 venues listed here, 8 of the 20 have a website stating dogs are allowed, and 12 of the 20 have no confirmed dog policy yet. The latest policy evidence is dated 20 July 2026. If you're planning to visit a venue without a confirmed policy, we recommend calling ahead to check their current rules before you travel with your dog.

Are there dog-friendly brunch spots in Clapham?

Yes, BOBO & WILD in Clapham is a popular brunch and coffee spot with a 4.8 Google rating, just a one-minute walk from Clapham Common station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). Megan's Clapham Old Town Restaurant also serves brunch with Eastern Mediterranean flavours and a fairy-lit setting. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).