Last year many of us became dog owners for the first time.
This wave of puppy love has been linked to the government’s lockout notice that they stay at home.
This means we have more time to look after a pet – and our new four-legged friends for a walk as soon as we turn off the laptop.
While there may never be a full-time return to the office, normality for our social lives will resume with the restrictions on outdoor hospitality lifted since yesterday (April 12th).
And from May 17th we can sit in our favorite bars and restaurants.
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And after lockdown, you and your dog can both have great social lives together! You just have to know where to go.
We’ve put together a handy guide to Birmingham venues that will give you and your pooch a warm welcome!
City center
Hennesseys
The beer garden in Hennessey’s Bar
According to owner Gary McDonnell, both well behaved dogs and owners are allowed in the pub’s spacious heated garden area.
This is a lively place to have a few drinks and meet up with friends.
Tel. 0121 643 3436
30-31 Allison Street, B5 5TJ
The old crown
Covered beer garden in the Old Crown
Large dogs are only allowed in the beer garden here, but smaller pooches and puppies are warmly welcomed in Birmingham’s oldest pub, The Old Crown.
Tel. 0121 248 1368
188 High St, Deritend, B12 0LD
The Lumberjack
The Woodman is a traditional food and real ale pub located near Eastside City Park and across from Millennium Point. There is a beer garden – and dogs are allowed.
New Canal Street, Digbeth, B5 5LG
Velvet music room
The Velvet Music Rooms and Sugar Suite are very friendly for dogs and children during the day – and have water bowls for your pooch
This Broad Street venue has been a firm favorite with Broad Street revelers since it opened in 2005.
And during the day dogs love it too!
Tel 0121 248 0500
C.Umberland House, 200 Broad Street, Birmingham B15 1SU
The canal house
Canal House welcomes dogs in its bar on the ground floor and in the beer garden
The beautifully renovated James Brindley Pub had a dog-friendly beer garden.
The venue’s decor has a nautical theme – perfect for drinking by the water.
There is a beautifully detailed bar menu full of great sounding cocktails.
Whatever you drink, this is a very, very cool place to hang out in the sunshine.
A big plus is that it holds a large number of tables for walk-ins.
Tel. 0121 643 8829
12 Bridge Street, B1 2JR
Bank
Bench front terrace
Dogs are allowed on the front terrace of this downtown bar, which is heated all year round.
And the staff will also be sure to offer the dog a free drink of water.
Tel 0121 633 4466
4 Brindleyplace, Birmingham City Center, B1 2JB
Jekyll and Hyde
The Jekyll and Hyde Bar on Steelhouse Lane.
Bitters and Twisted Venue Jekyll and Hyde Gin Salon and Cocktail Bar has been a long-time dog favorite.
The venue on Steelhouse Lane is a fun place to relax and has a lovely courtyard too. It will reopen in June.
Tel 0121 236 0345
28 Steelhouse Lane, City Center, B4 6BJ
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Brow dog
With a name like BrewDog, it might come as no surprise that pooches are welcome here.
This place specializes in the Scottish Brewery’s craft beers with regular guest brews and water bowls for your thirsty pup.
Tel. 0121 616 1339
81-87 John Bright Street, B1 1BL
Edgbaston
The physicist
The Doctor on Harborne Road in Edgbaston
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All dog lovers are invited to join the fun at The Physician. Water bowls and dog biscuits are available free of charge.
And with a nice riverside walking tour of the pub, this is the perfect place to enjoy a well-deserved beer or glass of wine.
Harborne Road, Harborne, B15 3D
Jewelry district
Rose Villa tavern
Rose Villa Tavern pavement scene
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This cozy, listed pub in the heart of the Jewelery Quarter is described as “dog-friendly perfect”.
In addition to a bowl of water, your pooch also gets sauce biscuits.
People can enjoy a variety of dishes like chicken burgers, fish and chips, toast, plates, and salads.
The venue will open at the end of May.
Tel 0121 236 7910
172 Warstone Lane, Hockley, B18 6JW
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The Queens Arms
This traditional and friendly pub in the Jewelery Quarter offers high quality real ales with Cask Marque accreditation.
There are also quirky cocktails, top wines and premium beers – all perfect for washing down the excellent regional dishes.
And the good news is that man’s best friend is always welcome too.
150 Newhall Street. Hockley, B3 1RY
Harborne
The white horse
The white horse, Harborne
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There is live music on the weekends, loads of real ales and all the television sports you could want, plus a stone-paved beer garden in the back with outdoor seating.
Dogs are allowed and the bar staff can get a drink of water for your pooch.
York Street, Harborne, B17 0HG
Hop garden
The hop garden
Before Covid, this craft beer pub had a separate dog area.
After the lockdown, the owners put up a huge marquee and now this area is open to everyone.
However, it’s still a dog friendly place. There is a good selection of dog treats for sale and a couple of water bowls available.
Hop Garden in Harborne is super dog friendly
9 Metchley Lan, Harborne, B17 0HT
Moseley
Prince of Wales
Cozy: sheltered cabins for two people in the covered beer garden of the Prince of Wales in Moseley
(Image: Graham Young / BirminghamLive)
Dogs are very welcome in this award-winning pub with a classic front bar, cocktail lounge and beer garden.
A trendy place for super sunny Moseley days.
Tel. 0121 449 4198
Alcester Road, Moseley, B13 8EE
The fighting tails
The fighting tails
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Four-legged friends are also welcome in this 1899 pub.
The beer garden offers seating for the evening cold. In summer there is also an outdoor bar and grill.
Tel .: 0121 449 0811
St. Mary’s Row, Moseley, B13 8HW
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The Village Inn
Dogs are very welcome at The Village Inn, a restored Victorian pub in the heart of Moseley with a relaxed atmosphere and authentic local food.
There are free treats for your dog and water is provided.
179 Alcester Road, B13 8JR
