Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Richmond upon Thames
Richmond upon Thames offers a lovely collection of dog-friendly restaurants, from historic riverside pubs to classic spots overlooking the Green. The Cricketers, rated 4.5 out of 5, states on its website that dogs are welcome and has been serving beer since 1770, with outdoor seating just five minutes' walk from Richmond station. The Marlborough, a beloved pub on Richmond Hill, was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and boasts one of the area's biggest beer gardens and seasonal British food. White Cross, the iconic riverside pub where high tides lap at the doors, was also checked by Paws of London before listing and offers outdoor seating just eight minutes from the station.
Of the four restaurants listed on this page, two have outdoor seating and one has step-free access. All are within easy reach of Richmond station, making them convenient for dog owners travelling by train. Whether you're after a riverside pint or a hearty meal with views of the Green, Richmond's restaurant scene has plenty to explore with your four-legged friend.
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 White Hart Hotel, Hampton Wick – 1 High St, Hampton Wick, Kingston upon Thames KT1 4DA, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The White Hart Hotel is a Fuller's hotel, pub and restaurant at 1 High Street, Hampton Wick, in the borough of Richmond upon Thames. Its own page describes a Tudor-style pub dating back to the 1600s, set at the foot of Kingston Bridge and within walking distance of Hampton Court Palace. The kitchen serves a menu of traditional and modern dishes, with Sunday roasts and a children's menu. The bar has Fuller's cask-conditioned ales and beers, plus ciders, spirits and a wine list. Upstairs there are 37 bedrooms, in Deluxe, Deluxe Family and Superior Suite styles, and a lift is available. Free parking is offered to guests of both the pub and hotel in a car park at the rear. For dog owners, the hotel says well-behaved dogs are allowed in its rooms on request: ask when booking and the hotel will check availability. Paws of London's dog-policy card below shows where its own record comes from and when it was last checked. Hampton Wick station is about a 4 minute walk away, with Kingston about 9 minutes on foot.
- The Cricketers – The Green, Richmond TW9 1LX, United Kingdom (4.5/5)
The Cricketers is a pub on The Green in Richmond, TW9 1LX. It describes itself as one of the oldest pubs in Richmond, serving beer since 1770, and its position on the green makes it a place to watch a bit of cricket or to meet before and after Twickenham games. The kitchen serves traditional pub classics. The menu runs from starters such as baked Camembert and a Scotch egg to sandwiches, fish and chips, a dry-aged double cheeseburger and a smoked ham hock and chicken truffle pie, with vegetarian and vegan dishes marked. Puddings include sticky toffee pudding and a dark chocolate mousse bombe. The pub also has a private dining area called The Club Room for hosting events. Paws of London records outdoor seating and step-free access here, and the pub's own website lists "Dog Friendly" among its facilities. Richmond station is a five-minute walk away, with St Margarets about 15 minutes on foot and North Sheen about 18.
- The Marlborough – 46 Friars Stile Rd, Richmond TW10 6NQ, United Kingdom (4.4/5)
The Marlborough is a Young's pub at 46 Friars Stile Road, on Richmond Hill in Richmond upon Thames. It describes itself as a true community pub, and its menus draw on British farmers and producers. The main draw is the garden. The pub calls it one of Richmond's biggest, with plenty of seating and an outdoor bar, and notes that you would never guess it from the front. Garden huts and outdoor spaces can be booked for parties. Inside, semi-private and private areas can host groups of up to 80 guests. Food is seasonal British cooking, with pub favourites, fish specials and traditional Sunday roasts served with all the trimmings. On dogs, the pub says they are welcome, with plenty of outdoor space, water bowls on hand and treats behind the bar. The nearest station is Richmond, about a twelve-minute walk, with North Sheen around seventeen minutes away. The pub advises booking ahead for the garden on sunny days.
- White Cross – Surrey, Riverside House, Water Ln, Richmond TW9 1NR, United Kingdom (4.3/5)
The White Cross is a riverside pub off Water Lane in Richmond, on the banks of the Thames. Its website says it serves Young's ales and describes the pub as a heart-of-the-community landmark. It is widely known as "the pub that floods", because the Thames laps at the door at high tide, and the pub says it stays open when the river rises and provides wellies for guests. The menu is described as riverside fare of comforting British classics, seasonal dishes and pub favourites. Outdoor riverside tables are available on a walk-in, first come first served basis only, and the pub offers a live tide tracker so visitors can check high tide predictions before heading down. 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. Richmond station is about eight minutes' walk away, with St Margarets about twelve.
- Watermans Richmond – 10 Water Ln, Richmond TW9 1TJ, United Kingdom (4.2/5)
Watermans is a well-rated restaurant in Richmond's charming waterside area, just a 7-minute walk from Richmond station. With a solid 4.2/5 Google rating, it's a local favourite worth exploring with your four-legged friend. As a dog-friendly restaurant in this scenic Thames-side location, it's a great spot for a meal out without leaving your pup behind.
Nearest Stations
- Richmond (4 venues)
- North Sheen (4 venues)
- St Margarets (4 venues)
- Hampton Wick (1 venue)
- Kingston (1 venue)
Which dog-friendly restaurants in Richmond upon Thames are closest to the station?
The Cricketers is the closest at just five minutes' walk from Richmond station, offering outdoor seating and step-free access. It states on its website that dogs are welcome. Watermans Richmond is seven minutes away and was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). White Cross, the iconic riverside pub, is eight minutes from the station and was also checked by Paws of London before listing.
Are there dog-friendly restaurants with outdoor seating in Richmond upon Thames?
Yes, two of the four restaurants on this page have outdoor seating. The Cricketers offers outdoor seating on The Green with views of cricket and sport, and it states on its website that dogs are welcome. White Cross has outdoor seating by the Thames where high tides dramatically lap at the doors, and it was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews).
What is the highest-rated dog-friendly restaurant in Richmond upon Thames?
The Cricketers is the highest-rated on this page with 4.5 out of 5. It states on its website that dogs are welcome. This historic pub has been serving beer since 1770 and sits perfectly positioned on The Green with outdoor seating and step-free access, just five minutes' walk from Richmond station.
Are there dog-friendly restaurants with riverside views in Richmond?
White Cross is Richmond's iconic riverside pub, famous for its unique position on the Thames banks where high tides dramatically lap at its doors. It was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews) and offers outdoor seating eight minutes' walk from Richmond station. Watermans Richmond is also in the charming waterside area, seven minutes from the station, and was checked by Paws of London before listing.
Which dog-friendly restaurants in Richmond have step-free access?
One of the four restaurants listed has step-free access: The Cricketers on The Green. It states on its website that dogs are welcome and also offers outdoor seating. This historic pub, serving beer since 1770, is rated 4.5 out of 5 and is just five minutes' walk from Richmond station.
Are dogs allowed at The Marlborough in Richmond?
The Marlborough was checked by Paws of London before listing (its website and recent reviews). This beloved Richmond pub sits on Richmond Hill with a warm, welcoming interior and one of the area's biggest beer gardens. It champions seasonal British food and is rated 4.4 out of 5, twelve minutes' walk from Richmond station.
How many dog-friendly restaurants are listed in Richmond upon Thames?
Four restaurants are listed on this page. One of the four has a website stating dogs are allowed, and three of the four have no confirmed dog policy yet. The listed venues include The Cricketers, The Marlborough, White Cross, and Watermans Richmond, all within walking distance of Richmond station.