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Dog-Friendly Restaurants in Sterling Heights, MI

We have 6 verified dog-friendly restaurants in Sterling Heights, MI, ranked using Google ratings, review volume and how complete each listing is. Their average Google rating is 4.3 across 5,991 reviews. MISSION BBQ, Alkabeer Cafe and Sushi Art rank highest right now.

  • MISSION BBQ in Sterling Heights1

    MISSION BBQ

    4.8(1,129)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 1129 reviews (Google rating)

    Restaurant · $$

    MISSION BBQ at 13905 Lakeside Cir in Sterling Heights, MI is a casual chain restaurant serving barbecue and classic sides. Memorabilia honoring soldiers and first responders is part of the setting. Listed as a date-night restaurant, it offers counter service rather than a reservation-based meal; reservations are not accepted. Lunch, dinner, dessert, small plates and comfort food are among its listed offerings, with dine-in seating and takeout available, but no delivery. The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner and accommodates solo diners, groups and families. Children are welcome, with high chairs and a children’s menu available, while dogs are allowed outside. The entrance, parking, restroom and seating are wheelchair accessible. Listed parking options include free lot parking, free street parking and paid lot parking. Catering is also available. MISSION BBQ has a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,129 reviews.

    • Dog friendly
    • Kid friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Takeout
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Alkabeer Cafe in Sterling Heights2

    Alkabeer Cafe

    4.7(322)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 322 reviews (Google rating)

    Restaurant

    Alkabeer Cafe, at 37700 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI, is listed as a pizza place, but its offerings extend to breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert. Coffee, tea, homemade pastries, comfort food, small plates, and vegetarian options are part of the mix. The cafe has a 4.7-star Google rating from 322 reviews, with coffee, tea, and desserts noted among its highlights. The setting is casual, cozy, and quiet, with a fireplace, seating, and Wi-Fi. It accommodates solo diners and laptop work as well as families with children and groups. Dine-in, takeout, and catering are available; delivery is not. Free parking is available both on-site and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible, and dogs are allowed outside. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted.

    • Dog friendly
    • Kid friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Takeout
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Sushi Art in Sterling Heights3

    Sushi Art

    4.5(185)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 185 reviews (Google rating)

    Sushi · $

    Sushi Art is a sushi restaurant at 36693 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI, serving sushi and Japanese fusion dishes. Its offerings include small plates, vegetarian options, comfort food, and choices listed as healthy. Lunch, dinner, and dessert are available with table service in a casual, cozy, and quiet setting. The restaurant is listed as popular for lunch and dinner and suitable for solo dining. It has a Google rating of 4.5 from 162 reviews. For groups, Sushi Art offers catering and large party trays for takeout, and it hosts parties and private gatherings inside the restaurant. Outdoor patio seating is available during warmer seasons, with dogs allowed outside. Diners can also choose takeout, curbside pickup, delivery, or no-contact delivery. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are listed as wheelchair accessible, and high chairs are available.

    • Patio seating
    • Dog friendly
    • Kid friendly
    • Takeout
    • Delivery
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Red Lobster in Sterling Heights4

    Red Lobster

    4.3(3,893)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 3893 reviews (Google rating)

    Seafood · $$

    Red Lobster at Lakeside Mall, 13800 Hall Road in Sterling Heights, MI, is a seafood restaurant whose description features lobster, shrimp, crab legs, and Cheddar Bay Biscuits. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner and is listed as popular for both, with options for solo diners, families, and groups. Its atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, and quiet. An on-site bar serves beer, wine, cocktails, and liquor, and happy-hour food and drinks are available. The provided Google listing reports a 4.3-star rating from 3,827 reviews. Diners can reserve a table, eat in, or order takeout, curbside pickup, or delivery, including no-contact delivery. Family amenities include a children’s menu, high chairs, and changing tables. The entrance, parking, seating, and restroom are wheelchair accessible, and free parking is available in a lot and on the street. Dogs are allowed outside. The restaurant also offers catering and accepts credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

    • Happy hour
    • Dog friendly
    • Kid friendly
    • Good for groups
    • Takes reservations
    • Takeout
    • Delivery
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Original Buscemi's in Sterling Heights5

    Original Buscemi's

    4.1(280)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 280 reviews (Google rating)

    Pizza · $

    Original Buscemi's at 40428 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI is part of a casual Detroit-based chain serving square pizzas and Italian subs since the 1950s. This Italian restaurant offers comfort food in a casual, quiet setting, with counter service rather than table service. Lunch and dinner are popular here, and fast service makes it an option for a quick bite. Beer is a noted offering, alongside wine and liquor. Customers can dine in, order takeout, or use curbside pickup and delivery, including no-contact delivery. Catering is also available. Free parking is offered in a lot and on the street, and both the entrance and parking are wheelchair accessible. Dogs are allowed outside. Payment options include credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The restaurant does not accept reservations and lists no restroom. Its Google rating is 4.1 stars from 280 reviews.

    • Dog friendly
    • Takeout
    • Delivery
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible
  • Amigos Street Tacos 14 mile in Sterling Heights6

    Amigos Street Tacos 14 mile

    3.6(182)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 182 reviews (Google rating)

    Tacos · $

    Amigos Street Tacos 14 mile is a taco spot at 13245 E 14 Mile Rd in Sterling Heights, MI. The business describes itself as a family restaurant specializing in authentic Mexican flavor, with food made from scratch daily. It serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert, with offerings that include comfort food, small plates, coffee, and vegan and vegetarian options. Lunch, dinner, and solo dining are listed among its popular uses. Its Google rating is 3.6 stars from 182 reviews. The setting is listed as casual and quiet, and families with children are welcome. High chairs, seating, a restroom, and Wi-Fi are available. Customers can dine in, order takeout, or use delivery, and the restaurant accepts reservations. Free parking is available in a lot and on the street. The entrance, parking, restroom, and seating are wheelchair accessible. Dogs are allowed outside, and payment options include credit cards and mobile NFC payments.

    • Dog friendly
    • Kid friendly
    • Takes reservations
    • Takeout
    • Delivery
    • Dine-in
    • Wheelchair accessible

Where they are

Dog friendly FAQs

How many dog-friendly restaurants are there in Sterling Heights, MI?
Our directory lists 6 verified dog-friendly restaurants in Sterling Heights, MI. The current top three are MISSION BBQ, Alkabeer Cafe and Sushi Art.
Which of these has the highest Google rating?
MISSION BBQ holds the highest Google rating in this list at 4.8 from 1,129 Google reviews.
Do they offer takeout or delivery?
6 list takeout and 4 list delivery, according to the information published on their Google listings.
How expensive are they?
Google price levels are published for 5 of them: 3 at $, 2 at $$.

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