Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Farringdon
Farringdon has become one of London's most vibrant dining neighbourhoods, and the four restaurants listed here have all been checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews). The Eagle Farringdon, London's original gastropub with a 4.5 out of 5 rating, sits seven minutes' walk from Farringdon station and serves a Mediterranean-inspired menu chalked up twice daily. If you're after something closer, The Fence on Cowcross Street is just a one-minute walk from the station. Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings offers something different with an enclosed garden, part of its multi-faceted clubhouse in Clerkenwell.
All four venues are within easy walking distance of Farringdon station, making the area particularly convenient for a meal out with your dog. However, none of the four have a website stating dogs are allowed, and four of the four have no confirmed dog policy yet, so it's worth calling ahead to check the current arrangements before you travel.
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.
- The Eagle Farringdon – 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The Eagle Farringdon is a pub at 159 Farringdon Road, in Farringdon, Islington. Its own history page calls it Britain's first gastropub, founded in 1991 by restaurant manager Michael Belben and chef David Eyre, who wanted a restaurant but could not afford one. The pub says it celebrated its 30th birthday in January 2021. The food is cooked to order by a small kitchen: the grill chef chalks up the menu twice daily, five minutes before service, and just two chefs are cooking at any time. Because of that, dishes from the same order may arrive at different times. The first chef, David Eyre, summed up the style as "On holiday all around the Mediterranean". Small tables and barstools around the perimeter are free seating, while larger tables for five to ten people can be booked by phone. 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. The pub's own site says its closest stations are Farringdon Overground and Underground, and buses 341 and 63 stop directly outside.
- Smiths of Smithfield – 67-77 Charterhouse St, London EC1M 6HJ, United Kingdom (4.2/5)
Smiths of Smithfield is a restaurant, rooftop and bar at 67-77 Charterhouse Street, Farringdon, in Islington. The building is run by Young's Pubs and has four floors, with three separate kitchens. No.3 Rooftop Restaurant serves a seafood-led menu with views over the City of London, and has an outdoor heated terrace. The Grill, on the second floor, is a classic steakhouse; the site says its steaks are sourced from Smithfield Market across the road, and it has a wine list of over 150 varieties. The Bar serves a street-food inspired menu, with breakfast from 7.30am, and turns into a late-night drinking space in the evening. The first floor has two private rooms, which can be combined, plus a flexible open space used for meetings, private dinners and celebrations. 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. The nearest station is Farringdon, about 2 minutes on foot, with Barbican about 4 minutes away and City Thameslink about 8.
- The Fence, Farringdon – 67-69 Cowcross St, London EC1M 6BP, United Kingdom (4.1/5)
The Fence is a Fuller's pub and restaurant at 67-69 Cowcross Street in Farringdon, which its own website says is 100 metres from Farringdon train station. The pub describes its garden as the largest and coolest beer garden in the city, and says it holds up to 150 guests. Inside, the menu features refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. The bar lists modern craft beers alongside cask classics. Function rooms are available for business meetings, weddings and birthdays, and the garden also has a hut that can be reserved as a private party space. On dogs, the website says: "We welcome all canine companions at The Fence who want to join for a nice refreshing drink throughout the week except Thursday from 5PM." Farringdon station is about a minute's walk away, Barbican about five minutes, and Chancery Lane about eight. The site adds that the pub is a short walk from the Barbican Centre and St Paul's Cathedral.
- Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings – 42 Northampton Rd, London EC1R 0HU, United Kingdom (4.1/5)
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings is a restaurant and bar at 42 Northampton Road in Farringdon, in the London Borough of Islington. The venue describes itself as a multi-faceted clubhouse in Clerkenwell, just off Exmouth Market, combining a restaurant, greenhouse, cocktail bar, cookery school and a late-night underground drinking and dancing den. Inside, the building has seven distinct areas for eating, drinking and dancing, styled on the faded grandeur of a stately home with trailing plants and rich fabrics. The bar serves a menu of cocktails, bar snacks and wine, with bottles sometimes opened from its wine clubs. In the kitchen, the farm-to-table menus depend on the producers it uses, and ingredients are seasonal and sourced locally where possible. Paws of London records an enclosed garden here. It lists the venue as dog-friendly after an editorial check; the dog-policy card below shows where that comes from and when it was last checked. Farringdon station is an 8-minute walk, Angel is 10 minutes and Chancery Lane is 11.
Nearest Stations
- Farringdon (4 venues)
- Chancery Lane (3 venues)
- Barbican (3 venues)
- Angel (1 venue)
- City Thameslink (1 venue)
Which dog-friendly restaurants in Farringdon are closest to the station?
The Fence, Farringdon is the closest option at just a one-minute walk from Farringdon station. Smiths of Smithfield is also very convenient at two minutes' walk. The Eagle Farringdon is seven minutes away, whilst Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings is an eight-minute walk. All four were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), but none have confirmed dog policies yet, so it's best to call ahead.
Are there any dog-friendly restaurants in Farringdon with outdoor space?
Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings is the standout here, listing an enclosed garden as part of its multi-faceted clubhouse in Clerkenwell. The venue was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), though its dog policy is not yet confirmed, so do ring ahead to check dogs are welcome in the garden before visiting.
What is the highest-rated dog-friendly restaurant in Farringdon?
The Eagle Farringdon holds the top rating at 4.5 out of 5. It's London's first gastropub and offers a Mediterranean-inspired menu that's chalked up twice daily and cooked to order. Located seven minutes' walk from Farringdon station, it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), though you should call ahead to confirm current dog policy before your visit.
Can I take my dog to Smiths of Smithfield?
Smiths of Smithfield was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews), but its dog policy has not yet been confirmed. This multi-floor restaurant, bar and event space is just two minutes' walk from Farringdon station and offers various dining experiences from a relaxed bar to a rooftop restaurant with city views. It's worth calling ahead to check whether dogs are welcome and in which areas.
How many dog-friendly restaurants are listed in Farringdon?
Four venues are listed on this page. All four were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews), though four of the four have no confirmed dog policy yet. The listings include The Eagle Farringdon, Smiths of Smithfield, Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings, and The Fence. We recommend contacting venues directly before travelling to confirm their current policy on dogs.
What type of food can I get at dog-friendly restaurants in Farringdon?
The Eagle Farringdon offers Mediterranean-inspired dishes on a menu that changes twice daily. Smiths of Smithfield provides various dining experiences across multiple floors, from casual bar food to fine dining with rooftop city views. Bourne & Hollingsworth Buildings features a restaurant alongside its greenhouse, cocktail bar and cookery school. The Fence is a Fuller's restaurant on Cowcross Street. All were checked by Paws of London before listing, but do call ahead to confirm dog policies.