Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Hampstead

Hampstead offers a wonderful selection of restaurants where you can dine with your dog, especially after a long walk on the Heath. Gaucho Hampstead states on its website that dogs are welcome and boasts an outdoor terrace and enclosed garden, just a minute's walk from Hampstead station. The Wells Tavern also states on its website that dogs are welcome and provides water bowls for thirsty pups, making it a thoughtful choice for dog owners.

The area is particularly well suited to outdoor dining, with 4 of the 8 venues listed here offering outdoor seating. You'll find everything from historic pubs dating back centuries to contemporary steak restaurants, many conveniently located near Hampstead Heath. The Roebuck, rated 4.3 out of 5, was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and sits near Parliament Hill, perfect for a post-walk meal.

Whether you're looking for a cosy pub atmosphere or a more refined dining experience, Hampstead's restaurant scene welcomes four-legged guests. Most venues are within easy walking distance of Hampstead or Hampstead Heath stations, making them accessible for visitors from across London.

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 Magdala Tavern – 2a S Hill Park, London NW3 2SB, United Kingdom (4.6/5)

  The Magdala Tavern is a pub at 2a South Hill Park in Hampstead, in the London Borough of Camden. It describes itself as a cherished local pub, and it comes from the team behind The Sussex Arms and The Express Tavern. The kitchen is open, and the food is built around pub classics with daily changing specials and Sunday roasts. The menus are prepared on site from British ingredients, and the pub passes surplus food to FareShare, the food-waste charity. At the bar it lists 20 keg beers, 7 casks and ciders, a range of local real ales, wines and whiskies, and small-batch spirits. Outdoor seating is recorded for the venue. 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. Hampstead Heath station is a one-minute walk away. Belsize Park is about eight minutes on foot, and Hampstead about eleven.

• The Duke of Hamilton – 23-25 New End, London NW3 1JD, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  The Duke of Hamilton is a pub at 23-25 New End in Hampstead, run by Loci Pubs. The pub says it has been a core part of Hampstead life since 1721, and that local brothers Ben and Ed and their childhood friend Adam brought it back to life in 2019. It describes its food as classic British pub cooking with a modern twist, and it names The Hampstead Butcher and Providore among its suppliers, including for its Sunday roasts. The drinks list covers craft beers, wines and cocktails. In the basement is the Hampstead Jazz Club, a small live music room with its own bar that can also be used for rehearsals, recordings and private events. On dogs, the pub's own history page says families and dogs are welcome. The nearest stations are Hampstead, about 3 minutes on foot, Finchley Road and Frognal at 4 minutes and Hampstead Heath at 12 minutes.

• Gaucho Hampstead – 64 Heath St, London NW3 1DN, United Kingdom (4.5/5)

  Gaucho Hampstead is a steak restaurant at 64 Heath Street, NW3, in Hampstead Village. It is one of a group of Gaucho restaurants, and this branch's own page places it just yards from Hampstead Heath, among Georgian buildings, alleyways and side streets. The interior is a cosy dining room with design elements inspired by modern Argentina, serving Latin-inspired cuisine and steak. A courtyard terrace has an authentic Asado fire pit. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner and a Sunday roast, offers vegan and vegetarian dishes, and has a terrace that holds a maximum of 20 to 40 guests seated for private dining and group bookings. The restaurant says "We are happy to welcome your dogs onto the terrace or in our indoor restaurant after a wander on The Heath." Paws of London also records outdoor seating and dogs welcome indoors. Hampstead station is a one-minute walk away, and Finchley Road & Frognal is about seven minutes on foot.

• Old Bull & Bush Hampstead – N End Way, London NW3 7HE, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Old Bull & Bush is a pub, bar and restaurant on North End Way in Hampstead, NW3. It calls itself a premium pub with its own courtyard, and says it sits opposite Golders Hill Park, near Hampstead Heath. Food and drink are served all day, every day of the week, and the lunch, dinner and children's menus are all listed on the site. A takeaway Dine at Home service offers collection or delivery. For groups, there is a private hire room with Wi-Fi, a projector and screen, holding up to 20 seated or 30 standing, and a semi-private space called The Mezzanine. The pub is a member of the Premium Country Pub Collection Rewards Club. For dog owners, the dog-policy notes record that dogs are only allowed in the bar area, which is bookable as a dog-friendly area. Garden seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The nearest station is Finchley Road & Frognal, a nine-minute walk. Golders Green is about twelve minutes away on foot, and Hampstead about sixteen.

• The Holly Bush, Hampstead – 22 Holly Mount, London NW3 6SG, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Holly Bush is a Fuller's gastropub at 22 Holly Mount in Hampstead, in the London Borough of Camden. The team describes it as North London's go-to gastropub, and the site presents it as a local Fuller's pub. The menu runs from classic British pub fare to globally inspired dishes, and is built around refined pub classics made from fresh, seasonal ingredients. The bar pours modern craft beers and cask classics. The pub also has function rooms, which it says suit business meetings, weddings and birthdays. Baby changing facilities are listed on the site. For dog owners, the pub says it is somewhere to bring a dog after a walk on Hampstead Heath: "We welcome all canine companions at The Holly Bush who want to join for a nice refreshing drink." Assistance dogs are listed as welcome. Hampstead station is a two-minute walk. Finchley Road & Frognal is about six minutes away on foot.

• The Wells Tavern – 30 Well Walk, London NW3 1BX, United Kingdom (4.4/5)

  The Wells Tavern is a bar and restaurant at 30 Well Walk in Hampstead, in the London Borough of Camden. Its website describes the building as an architectural Georgian gem that was transformed from a run-down pub. The ground floor has a bar, bare tables, a fireplace, board games and squashy sofas. Upstairs are three differently decorated dining rooms, and the website says all of them can be booked for private parties, with private dining for a maximum of 16 people. The Wells is a Free House, so the beer choice ranges widely, and there is a cocktail list and a wine list. The menu is described as well priced pub classics, and the site calls it family-friendly. For dog owners, Paws of London records dogs as welcome indoors, with water bowls for dogs. The pub's own site mentions dog bowls among the features of the ground floor. The nearest station is Hampstead, a 5 minute walk. Finchley Road & Frognal is 6 minutes on foot and Hampstead Heath 9.

• Freemasons Arms Hampstead – 32 Downshire Hill, London NW3 1NT, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Freemasons Arms is a pub, bar and restaurant at 32 Downshire Hill in Hampstead, with its own courtyard and garden. It describes itself as a premium pub and a real country pub experience in Greater London, close to Hampstead Heath, Kenwood House, Keats House and the Freud Museum. The kitchen serves Sunday roasts, freshly prepared mains and classic pub favourites, and there is a spacious outdoor seating area for eating and drinking. The pub does not take bookings for outside tables, so visitors walk in and ask about availability in the beer garden. Guests can reserve a table online, order delivery or collection, and buy gift cards. Fork buffet and sandwich buffet set menus are offered for events. For dog owners, well-behaved dogs are permitted at the bar tables, in the garden and patio, and in the Hampstead Room, which is reached by stairs only. Dogs are not permitted in the restaurant. Hampstead Heath station is a 4 minute walk, Hampstead 8 and Finchley Road and Frognal 10.

• The Roebuck – 15 Pond St, London NW3 2PN, United Kingdom (4.3/5)

  The Roebuck is a pub at 15 Pond Street in Hampstead, NW3. Its website describes a country style pub a short distance from the Parliament Hill gates of Hampstead Heath, and says the team aims to be the pit-stop for muddy boot dog walkers, as well as a coffee hub after the school run. The pub has a bar area and a heated garden, and offers private space for events. The Fawn Bar is its space for private events, from birthday parties and meetings to christenings. The menu is built around seasonal pub food made with local and British ingredients, and the website promotes its Sunday roast. 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. For getting there, Hampstead Heath station is a 3 minute walk, with Belsize Park 6 minutes and Hampstead 10 minutes away.

Nearest Stations

• Hampstead (8 venues)
• Finchley Road & Frognal (6 venues)
• Hampstead Heath (5 venues)
• Belsize Park (2 venues)
• Finchley Road and Frognal (2 venues)

Which restaurants in Hampstead welcome dogs?

Five of the eight venues listed here state on their websites that dogs are welcome: The Duke of Hamilton, Gaucho Hampstead, Old Bull & Bush Hampstead, The Wells Tavern, and Freemasons Arms Hampstead. Three additional venues were checked by Paws of London before listing (their websites and recent reviews): The Magdala Tavern, The Holly Bush, and The Roebuck. Always check current policies before visiting, as arrangements can change.

Are there dog-friendly restaurants with outdoor seating in Hampstead?

Yes, 4 of the 8 restaurants listed here have outdoor seating. Gaucho Hampstead states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers both an outdoor terrace and enclosed garden. Old Bull & Bush Hampstead also states on its website that dogs are welcome and features a charming courtyard and enclosed garden. The Magdala Tavern was checked by Paws of London before listing and has outdoor seating as well.

Which Hampstead restaurants provide water bowls for dogs?

The Wells Tavern states on its website that dogs are welcome and provides water bowls for visiting dogs. Located five minutes' walk from Hampstead station, this Georgian restaurant offers inventive, seasonal British cuisine in a cosy atmosphere with squashy sofas, a fireplace, and board games. It's an excellent choice if you want a venue that caters thoughtfully to canine guests.

What are the best-rated dog-friendly restaurants in Hampstead?

The Magdala Tavern leads with a 4.6 out of 5 rating and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). It's just a minute's walk from Hampstead Heath station. The Duke of Hamilton and Gaucho Hampstead both hold 4.5 ratings. The Duke of Hamilton is a historic pub from 1721 that states on its website that dogs are welcome, while Gaucho Hampstead also states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers an enclosed garden.

Are there dog-friendly restaurants near Hampstead Heath?

Several restaurants sit very close to Hampstead Heath station. The Magdala Tavern is just a minute's walk away and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). The Roebuck, located three minutes from Hampstead Heath station near Parliament Hill, was also checked by Paws of London before listing and is described as a perfect pit-stop for dog walkers. Freemasons Arms Hampstead is four minutes away and states on its website that dogs are welcome.

Which Hampstead restaurants have enclosed gardens for dogs?

Three of the eight venues have enclosed gardens. Gaucho Hampstead states on its website that dogs are welcome and features an enclosed garden along with an outdoor terrace. Old Bull & Bush Hampstead also states on its website that dogs are welcome and offers an enclosed garden and courtyard. Freemasons Arms Hampstead states on its website that dogs are welcome and has its own courtyard and garden space.