9 dog friendly cafés, restaurants and pubs to try in North Norfolk
August 27, 2025 | Dog friendly holiday | 22 minute read
There’s something special about exploring the North Norfolk coast with your furry pal by your side. With our vast, sandy beaches, wide skies and miles of dog friendly walking trails to enjoy, Norfolk is the perfect holiday destination for dog owners. But no day of exploring is complete without a pitstop to rest and refuel.
Thankfully, the region is full of dog friendly cafés, restaurants and pubs, so you and your pup can feel right at home as you tuck in to something tasty.
Here’s our guide to the best dog friendly places to eat in North Norfolk – from cosy cafes to stylish restaurants, all of which will be delighted to welcome muddy boots and wagging tails.
Looking for dog friendly holiday accommodation too? Pinewoods Holiday Park is an ideal place to base yourself to enjoy the best of Wells-next-the-Sea and North Norfolk, We have a range of luxury lodges and contemporary caravan holiday homes, plus a touring park for caravans, campervans and motorhomes. Take a look at our dog friendly accommodation options here.
Dog friendly cafés in North Norfolk
Wells Beach Café
A firm favourite of ours (and only a couple of minutes walk from Pinewoods), Wells Beach Café is as dog friendly as it gets. Just a short stroll from the candy-coloured beach huts at Wells-next-the-Sea, this relaxed spot serves tasty breakfast rolls, light lunches, their infamous sausage rolls and a selection of cakes and traybakes.
Dogs are more than welcome inside and out, and there are plenty of options for them too. Puppacinos, treats and ice creams are on the Beach Cafés pup friendly menu, though we’ve heard some of their furry visitors prefer a sausage out their paw-rents sandwiches! You’ll also find the Bark Up Bar outside, perfect for your thirsty pup after a long walk.
The Lookout, Holkham Beach
The Lookout at Holkham Beach is a great spot to grab a bite to eat during your walk on the sands or the Norfolk coast path.
Perfectly placed at the end of Lady Anne’s Drive (the car park for Holkham Beach), The Lookout offers one of the best views along the North Norfolk coast, looking across over the Holkham National Nature Reserve’s marshland. Bring your binoculars or use the ones provided, since you’re bound to see interesting birdlife!
Serving filter coffee, teas, hot chocolates and cold drinks alongside sandwiches, sausage rolls and sweet treats.
Dogs are welcome, with bowls of water, treats, and friendly staff making them feel at home. After a windswept walk across the sand, it’s a welcome retreat for both humans and hounds.
Take a look at our favourite dog friendly beaches in North Norfolk here.
The Parlour at Binham
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A little further inland, The Parlour at Binham is a café and small dairy shop within a converted dairy farm.
It has a rustic, laid-back feel, and is known for its afternoon teas, eggs, bakes, and oh-so-good pancake stacks at breakfast!
Dogs are welcome, and there’s outdoor seating when the weather’s good.
It’s a great stop if you’re exploring the ruins of Binham Priory or walking the surrounding countryside.
Dog friendly restaurants in North Norfolk
The Victoria, Holkham
The Victoria restaurant and hotel is located at the gates to Holkham Hall, not far from Holkham Beach, so lunch here combines perfectly with a day out with your dog to explore the estate’s parkland and stunning sandy beach.
The restaurant serves a wonderful range of dishes, championing locally sourced produce from Norfolk suppliers and seasonal produce through their regularly changing menu. At lunchtime, tuck into a selection of shared small plates or choose your own main, or enjoy selecting from the brand new nightly menu each evening.
The restaurant is dog friendly throughout, whether you’d like to enjoy your meal while warming up by the fire in the colder months, in the light, bright orangery with views over the nature reserve, or out on the terrace on sunny days.
After a long walk, The Victoria offers an ideal place to linger over lunch with your dog snoozing beside you. You’ll certainly be well looked after here!
Eric’s Pizza and Eric’s Fish & Chips, Drove Orchards, Thornham
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Tuck into tasty pizzas with your pup in tow. You’ll find the Eric’s Pizza team stretching dough and cooking up a storm in a large yurt at Drove Orchards in Thornham, and we’re sure their pizzas won’t disappoint!
Next door, Eric’s Fish & Chips delivers this coastal must with style! With innovative sides and tapas-style options, it offers something a bit different to your standard chippy. Dogs are welcome in the outdoor seating area but not inside.
Dog friendly pubs in North Norfolk
The Lifeboat Inn, Thornham
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The Lifeboat Inn is steeped in history and full of character. With roaring fires in winter and a garden overlooking the salt marshes in summer, it’s a year-round gem.
Dogs are welcome throughout the pub, and benefit from their own dog menu offering chews, treats and even a freshly cooked sausage from the kitchen.
The human menu is excellent too – think pies, seafood, Sunday roasts… delicious pub grub with something for everyone!
The Globe Inn, Wells-next-the-Sea
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In the heart of Wells and overlooking The Buttlands, The Globe has a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and a menu full of locally inspired dishes, pizza, roasts and delicious sharing platters.
Like The Lifeboat, The Globe offers a doggy menu. At the time of writing, this includes – and we’re not joking – beer and both white and rosé wine (alcohol free and dog friendly, of course!).
Dogs are warmly welcomed inside the bar and dining areas, and there’s also an enclosed courtyard that’s perfect for summer dining. After exploring the town and harbour, it’s a convenient stop for a meal with your dog.
The White Horse, Brancaster Staithe
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The White Horse overlooks the salt marshes at Brancaster Staithe, with one of the best restaurant views along the North Norfolk coast. It’s known for its seafood, much of it landed just down the road.
Dogs are welcome in the bar and on the terrace, where you can watch the sun set over the water.
It’s a great choice if you want a special meal in a setting that’s still relaxed enough to enjoy with your dog.
The Jolly Sailors, Brancaster Staithe
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A lively, family-friendly pub that’s as popular with locals as it is with visitors, The Jolly Sailors has a relaxed vibe and a large beer garden with plenty of seating.
Dogs are welcome throughout, and the menu is full of pub classics alongside wood-fired pizzas.
Nearby Brancaster Beach is a great choice for a wander in the sand and splash in the sea.
Dog Friendly Dining on the North Norfolk Coast
From beachside cafés to historic inns, North Norfolk has no shortage of dog friendly restaurants, pubs and cafés. Whether you’re after coffee and cake, a hearty pub lunch or a seafood supper, there are plenty of places that welcome dogs as much as their owners.
With so many options, you’ll never have to leave your dog behind while exploring the North Norfolk coast. Instead, you can enjoy some of the county’s finest food and drink together, with sandy paws under the table and sea breeze in the air.
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