It’s National Dog Month in Philadelphia, and spots around the city are rolling out the red carpet for our four-legged friends.
White Dog Cafe
The White Dog Cafe brand and WMMR’s Preston and Steve are teaming up once again to host the 8th Annual Dining Out for the Dogs. Taking place Monday, Aug. 4, after 5 p.m., all White Dog locations will begin to raise funds for Alpha Bravo Canine. The nonprofit is the city’s first and only nonprofit organization that donates service dogs to U.S. veterans suffering from medical and psychological problems as a result of their active combat duty.
Each location will feature puppy-kissing booths, signature shortbread bone-shaped cookies to go ($10 per bag), plus, menu items like pup-cakes, pup-inspired cupcakes ($5 for two) and a gourmet flight of hot dogs ($40) with all proceeds benefiting Alpha Bravo Canine.The hot dog menu spans a Coney Island Dog made with Green Meadow farm beef chili, a Southwestern Dog doused with guacamole, the White Dog option with white truffle aioli or the Backyard Dog with ketchup, mustard, and a BBQ potato chip crumble.
Guests who cannot attend the event but wish to contribute can donate now through Aug. 4 at any White Dog Cafe location by adding a desired donation amount at the bottom of their meal check.
Various locations, whitedog.com
Hyatt Centric Center City Philadelphia
Locals can bring their furry friends to this Center City locale to indulge in their Paws + Play Package this month. The add-on experience includes a welcome gift for your pup (aka dog treats), food and water bowls, an in-room dog bed, a $10 gift certificate and 10% discount for local business Salty Paws, plus a waived pet fee.
Additionally, the hotel’s restaurant, Patchwork, will also offer dog-friendly dishes for room service. Choices span Berries & Cream with mixed berries and heavy cream with walnuts, Chicken & Grains with a chicken breast, mixed grains and spinach, and a Beef and Vegetable option with mixed vegetables, a baked burger patty and a slice of baguette. Prices vary depending on room and dates.
1620 Chancellor St., hyatt.com
Square 1682/Kimpton Hotel Palomar
To celebrate National Dog Month in Philadelphia, Square 1682 has put together its first-ever “Pupadelphia Menu.” In partnership with Tito’s Vodka, the Center City locale will use this new menu to donate proceeds to the local nonprofit organization, Street Tails Animal Rescue. The menu is available for anyone staying at Square 1682’s hotel (the Kimpton Hotel Palomar) for in-room dining. Options span the South Paw Salmon ($10, a spring green salad mixed with cucumbers, and strawberries), Bulking Season ($11, grilled chicken, white rice, and Greek yogurt), the Chewsteak ($12, made with shaved ribeye, cooper American cheese, and a pumpkin seed oat crumble), and Pawfait Power Bowl ($10, Greek yogurt, scrambled eggs, bananas, and berries).
Every pup who stays at the hotel throughout the month of August will also receive a Tito’s-branded swag bag with items like a water bowl, leash, tote bag, hats, toys, and more. Additionally, Square 1682 will donate $1 from every Flower of the Moon cocktail sold now through August to Street Tails Animal Rescue as well. Tito’s Handmade Vodka will then match Square 1682’s donations. Reservations are available online.
121 S. 17th St., square1682.com
Urban Farmer
Pups will eat like kings and queens while at Urban Farmer for National Dog Month in Philadelphia. Small bites on the “Pupetizer” menu include Homemade Dog Biscuits ($5), Two Strips of Thick Cut Bacon ($3.50), and a Peanut Butter and Banana Bowl ($5). The “Big Bark Bites” on the other hand include Beef Tenderloin Bits ($13), a Grilled Chicken Breast ($10) and a Puppy Patty ($9), all served with white rice. For a sweet finish, “Doggy Dessert” is a Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream” ($7) made with frozen greek yogurt and a dog biscuit topping.
Executive Chef Sonny Ingui’s fur friendly menu is available at Urban Farmer’s outdoor patio and indoor cocktail space, as well as in-room service for those staying in the Logan Hotel.
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, urbanfarmersteakhouse.com
Ghost Light Inn
Those looking to take a trip with their pup can take a short drive to the charming town of New Hope to check out the Ghost Light Inn’s Dog Lover’s Delight Package. The activation includes items like a Ghost Light dog collar, a personalized dog name tag, a doggy bandana, and dog treats from a local pet bakery. The package also features a gift certificate for a Pet Portrait by L.E Arts, LLC, dinner reservations (pending availability) at the dog friendly restaurant Stella of New Hope (which has an additional pet menu), and a local guide to show you things to do around town with your pup.
The Dog Lover’s Delight package is available Wednesday through Sunday for $300.
50 S Main Street, New Hope, ghostlightinn.com
