Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Bankside

Bankside offers a mix of historic riverside settings and traditional British pubs where you can refuel with your four-legged friend after exploring the Thames Path or Borough Market. All four restaurants on this page were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), though none has a confirmed dog policy yet, so it's worth calling ahead before you travel.

Founder's Arms, rated 4.3 out of 5, is just a 4-minute walk from Blackfriars station and features outdoor seating where you can enjoy classic British dishes with river views. The Wheatsheaf, also rated 4.3 out of 5, sits in the heart of Borough Market and is a quick 4-minute walk from London Bridge. For something a little different, Bunch of Grapes offers an enclosed garden, perfect if you're looking for a quieter spot away from the pavement.

Only 1 of the 4 venues listed here has outdoor seating, and 1 has an enclosed garden, so your options vary depending on whether you're after a riverside perch or a more sheltered setting.

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.

• Founder's Arms – 52 Hopton St, London SE1 9JH, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Founder's Arms is a pub at 52 Hopton Street, SE1, on the South Bank of the Thames in Bankside. Its website places it between Tate Modern and Blackfriars station and calls it a pub serving quintessentially British dishes alongside a selection of beers and wines. The menus include a heritage beetroot salad and cyder battered haddock with triple-cooked chips, and on Sundays a roast with homemade Yorkshire pudding, or a veggie Wellington or nut roast. Inside, the pub has large panoramic windows and a long bar, and the site says it has several bookable inside and outside areas. It claims iconic views from every seat in the house. For dog owners, Paws of London records outdoor seating here. 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. Blackfriars is a four-minute walk, with St. Paul's and Southwark seven minutes away.

• The Wheatsheaf – 6 Stoney St, London SE1 9AA, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Wheatsheaf is a pub at 6 Stoney Street in Borough, set under the railway bridge and directly opposite Borough Market. It calls itself a market pub garden boozer with an industrial look, and it sits moments from London Bridge. The pub serves craft and draught beers, classic cask ales and a selection of spirits, with cocktails and fizz available too. There are two main bars and a choice of 15 different beers on draft and cask. On the food side it serves craft pizzas under the name Doughp and messy burgers. A space called The Yard is the pub garden area, and a top-floor Double Decker looks over the market. The pub also offers private hire and screens sport. 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. London Bridge is about four minutes away on foot, Borough about six and Cannon Street about nine.

• Anchor Bankside – 34 Park St, London SE1 9EF, United Kingdom (4.2/5)

  The Anchor Bankside is a waterside pub at 34 Park Street in Bankside, Southwark, run by Greene King. Its own page says it was rebuilt in 1676 after the Great Fire of London and remains the sole survivor of the river taverns of Shakespeare's time. It lists Shakespeare's Globe as six minutes away and Borough Market as close by. The kitchen serves traditional pub food, including fish and chips, sirloin steak, burgers and soups, with vegan, vegetarian and non-gluten containing options. The bar pours wines, beers and spirits, including Greene King's own beers such as Flint Eye, Prior Life and Greene King IPA. There is a beer garden with views of London landmarks, and function rooms can be hired for meetings and parties. The pub accepts coaches, has free Wi-Fi and offers disabled facilities. The pub calls itself dog-friendly and says it loves dogs great and small. Paws of London's dog-policy card below shows where its own record comes from and when it was last checked. Cannon Street station is about a 6 minute walk away, with London Bridge and Mansion House about 7 minutes.

• Bunch of Grapes – 2 St Thomas St, London SE1 9RS, United Kingdom (4.1/5)

  The Bunch of Grapes is a traditional British pub at 2 St Thomas Street, SE1 9RS, close to London Bridge station, Borough Market and the Shard, in Southwark. It is run under the Young's name and serves food till late. The menu covers hearty sausage and mash, fish and chips, bar snacks, burgers and traditional Sunday roasts. On the drinks side the pub lists Young's cask ales, quirky craft beers, wines and cocktails. Outside is a "covered and heated beer garden", which the pub promotes for lunch-break pints and after-work drinks, and below is the Cellar Tap, a second bar with beers on tap and a TV. The pub also takes bookings for meetings, birthday parties, family gatherings and other celebrations, with food and drink packages. 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. An enclosed garden is recorded. The nearest stations are London Bridge (3 minutes on foot), Borough (7 minutes) and Monument (8 minutes).

Nearest Stations

• London Bridge (3 venues)
• Cannon Street (2 venues)
• Borough (2 venues)
• Blackfriars (1 venue)
• St. Paul's (1 venue)

Are there dog-friendly restaurants in Bankside?

Bankside has four restaurants listed on Paws of London. All four were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), but none has a confirmed dog policy yet, so we recommend calling ahead before you visit. The area is well known for its riverside location and proximity to Borough Market, making it a popular spot for dog walkers.

Which Bankside restaurants have outdoor seating for dogs?

Founder's Arms, rated 4.3 out of 5, offers outdoor seating with views of the river and serves classic British dishes. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), though its dog policy is not yet confirmed, so it's best to call ahead. Only 1 of the 4 venues listed on this page has outdoor seating.

Are there any Bankside restaurants with gardens for dogs?

Bunch of Grapes, rated 4.1 out of 5, has an enclosed garden that is covered and heated. It's a traditional British pub near London Bridge, Borough Market, and the Shard, just a 3-minute walk from London Bridge station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), but its dog policy is not yet confirmed, so please call ahead.

What's the best-rated dog-friendly restaurant in Bankside?

Both Founder's Arms and The Wheatsheaf share the highest rating at 4.3 out of 5. Founder's Arms is a South Bank restaurant with outdoor seating and river views, 4 minutes from Blackfriars station. The Wheatsheaf is located in the heart of Borough Market, known for its pizzas and burgers, and is 4 minutes from London Bridge. Both were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews).

Are there historic dog-friendly venues in Bankside?

Anchor Bankside, rated 4.2 out of 5, is a riverside tavern dating back to 1676 and is famously the only river tavern from Shakespeare's era still standing. It's a 6-minute walk from Cannon Street station. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), though its dog policy is not yet confirmed, so we suggest calling ahead before your visit.

Which Bankside restaurants are closest to London Bridge station?

Bunch of Grapes is the closest at just 3 minutes' walk from London Bridge station, followed by The Wheatsheaf at 4 minutes. Both are near Borough Market and the Shard. Bunch of Grapes offers an enclosed garden and British classics, while The Wheatsheaf is known for its pizzas and burgers. Both were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews).

Can I take my dog to restaurants near Borough Market?

The Wheatsheaf and Bunch of Grapes are both located near Borough Market. The Wheatsheaf is in the heart of the market, rated 4.3 out of 5, while Bunch of Grapes is nearby and features an enclosed garden. Both were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), but neither has a confirmed dog policy yet, so it's advisable to call ahead before you go.