By Lee Ann Leonard
Fur babies are part of the family. They love unconditionally and are game to go almost anywhere the family goes. Thankfully, Pier Park and its restaurant operators get that. The Pier Park Food Court, Ford’s Garage, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Pompano Joe’s Seafood House are just a few of the eateries that offer dog-friendly outdoor dining space for pet parents.
The city’s Doggie Dining Act (ordinance 1139) allows permitted restaurants to include canine friends as patrons if owners keep them under control, clean up after them and follow other ordinance requirements. The act addresses dog owners’ desire to keep their companions close while protecting the public’s health, safety and welfare. According to the city’s code enforcement manager, Lanie Smith, that balancing act has been “…a positive experience for the participating restaurants and the dog owners.” Residents and visitors can review the act and find a complete list of permitted restaurants on PCBFL.gov., he shared.
Pier Park is an ideal place to try the doggie dining experience. After grabbing a bite at one of the mall’s diverse dog-friendly restaurants, guests can walk their pooches around the scenic center which includes dog watering and waste stations. They can end the day by pampering their pups with toys and treats from Good Dog Boutique.
Sit. Stay. Shop at Pier Park!
For a complete list of permitted restaurants, visit: For a complete list of permitted restaurants, visit: https://www.pcbfl.gov/about-us/visitors/dogs
To review the ordinance, visit (page 248 through 252):
www.pcbfl.gov/Home/showpublisheddocument/23394/638416187988100000
