Is Warsaw Dog-Friendly? Discover the Best Pet-Friendly Places

A few years ago, popular search queries included "dog-friendly restaurants and cafes in Warsaw" or "dog-friendly cafes." Today, the question could be reversed: where are the places that do not allow dogs? More and more people are choosing to have a pet, and awareness of animal care has significantly increased. For many of us, dogs are full-fledged family members, and separation anxiety or health issues make it difficult or impossible to leave them at home alone.

That’s why we decided to explore places that not only allow dogs but also offer something extra—comfort and a welcoming atmosphere for both pet owners and their four-legged friends.

Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Cafes

1. Przegryź Restaurant – Mokotowska 52
   At Przegryź, dogs are not only welcome but can also enjoy a special meal. The restaurant offers a dedicated dog menu featuring freshly prepared food made from broth-based meat, vegetables, and brown rice. Portions are tailored to the size of the dog—small, medium, or large.

2. Zoli – Adama Mickiewicza 9
   "At Zoli, we love dogs and are always happy to host them—come by with your four-legged friends!" reads the restaurant’s website and social media. Dogs are provided with a blanket, a water bowl, and their own pack of treats.

3. Psi Bufet
   This popular dog catering service is now available at select restaurants:

   • Flaming & Co – Fryderyka Chopina 5
   • Bolek Pub & Restaurant – al. Niepodległości 211
   • Kawiarnia Las – Aleja Zjednoczenia 11

4. Big Book Cafe
   A perfect place for book and dog lovers. Here, you can enjoy coffee, read books, and even browse a special selection of books dedicated to dog enthusiasts. Additionally, dog treats are available, making visits enjoyable for everyone.
   
   

   

Dog-Friendly Libraries

1. Public Library Branches in Wola: “Bark, Wag, Read”
   
   The "November Under the Dog" initiative, launched in 2019, quickly evolved into a series of educational and behavioral meetings. As a result, the Public Library branches in Wola became dog-friendly. Visitors can now bring their dogs while they read and relax together.

2. Public Libraries in Żoliborz
   Libraries in Żoliborz have also opened their doors to dogs. While visits are currently short, limited to borrowing or returning books, this initiative is already a step forward in making public spaces more inclusive for pets.

Dog-Friendly Cinemas

1. KinoGram – Fabryka Norblina, Żelazna 51/53
   KinoGram allows moviegoers to enjoy films with their dogs. Selected screenings reserve the first rows specifically for pet owners and their dogs. To ensure comfort, sound levels are reduced, and Dolby Atmos films are not played. Tickets for pet-friendly screenings, marked with a dog icon, can be purchased through the mobile app. Dogs of all sizes are welcome.

2. Cinema at the Center for Contemporary Art Ujazdowski Castle, Jazdów 2
   Another cinema that welcomes four-legged visitors. Owners must ensure their dogs are well-socialized and comfortable in a cinema setting. Dogs must be kept on a leash, and their entry is, of course, free of charge.

Museums and Galleries That Welcome Dogs

1. State Ethnographic Museum in Warsaw, Kredytowa 1
   This museum has opened its doors not only to dogs but also to cats and other small pets. Museum director Robert Zydel emphasizes that this initiative is aimed at creating a more inclusive space for both people and their pets.

2. Neon Museum – Praga Południe (Soho Factory), Mińska 25
   One of the first museums in Poland to brand itself as dog-friendly. Visitors can view over a hundred neon signs and advertising installations, mainly from the 1960s and 1970s. In 2020, The Guardian listed this museum among the 12 most interesting museums in Europe.

3. Studio Gallery, Plac Defilad 1
   Art exhibitions at Studio Gallery can be visited with dogs, regardless of their size. This is another place in Warsaw promoting a pet-inclusive culture.

4. Warsaw Fotoplastikon, Aleje Jerozolimskie 51, and the History Meeting House, Karowa 20
   These two institutions, both part of the Warsaw Uprising Museum, also allow visitors to bring their pets.
   
   

   

Warsaw is becoming an increasingly dog-friendly city. The ability to visit restaurants, cafes, libraries, cinemas, and museums with your furry companion is a testament to growing social awareness of the role animals play in our lives. Thanks to these initiatives, both people and their pets can enjoy more quality time together outside the home.