Port Jeff is extremely dog-friendly!

Bring your four-legged best friend along—our town hosts an annual Costume Dog Parade during the Oktober Harvest Fest, with over 100 pups in outfits and prizes awarded. Many restaurants and cafes with outdoor seating welcome leashed dogs—some even offer pups their own menu! Furry companions can splash around at Port Jeff Village Beach East or catch a scenic ride on our ferry (no extra pet fees). And when it's time to stay overnight, Danfords Hotel & Marina rolls out the welcome mat with dog-friendly rooms, amenities, and nearby walking routes.

1. Annual Costume Dog Parade
The Port Jefferson Oktober Harvest Fest includes a beloved Costume Dog Parade along East Main Street — with over 100 pups strutting in outfits and prizes for best costumes

2. Dog-Friendly Restaurants & Cafés
Several eateries welcome leashed dogs at their outdoor tables:

• Nantuckets

• Gourmet Burger Bistro

• Local's Café

• Tiger Lily Café

• The Steam Room

• Port Bistro & Pub (even offers a dog menu!)

• Sweet 'n' Savory

• Port Jefferson Ice Cream Cafe - offers special ice cream for your pooches!

3. Pet-Friendly Beach
Port Jeff Village Beach East allows dogs on the shoreline, with many pups enjoying off-leash play and scenic strolls.

4. Dog-Friendly Ferry Service
The Bridgeport–Port Jefferson ferry welcomes leashed dogs—no extra fees. A popular destination for pups and their owners to enjoy the harbor.

5. Pet-Friendly Accommodations
Danfords Hotel & Marina offers “Ulti‑Mutt Port Jefferson Getaway” packages: dog‑friendly rooms (up to 60 lbs), suggested walking routes, and a pet-friendly atmosphere.