Located in Gilroy, the Westside Grill is a family-owned restaurant where you can actually bring your dog to the outdoor seating area and enjoy a real meal together instead of one of you sitting home alone. The menu spans breakfast through dinner, so whether you’re stopping by for pancakes and omelettes in the morning, grabbing a burger and fries for lunch, or settling in for a more substantial dinner, there’s something to eat. They’ve got a full bar if you want a drink, and the staff genuinely seems to understand that people want to include their dogs in outings when possible.

The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious—the kind of place where you don’t feel like you’re imposing by having a dog with you. It’s a neighborhood spot rather than somewhere trying too hard to be trendy. The outdoor seating is where dogs hang out with you, and it feels natural rather than like you’re taking advantage of a gimmick. You’ll see locals here, families, people stopping in for a quick bite, which keeps the vibe relaxed.

Since you’re in Gilroy, you’re close to some decent walking areas and the garlic capital attractions if you’re making a day of it. Westside Grill makes sense as a lunch or dinner stop when you’ve been out and about with your dog and want a place that won’t make you feel like you have to leave them behind. The staff handles both human and dog diners with equal friendliness, which matters more than you’d think when you’re trying to enjoy a meal without feeling rushed or unwelcome. It’s the kind of spot you’d actually return to, not because it’s fancy, but because it works.