Allocated vs Waiting List: What a Restaurant’s Status Means
Because more restaurants applied than there were places in the first round, FEHD used a ballot. Every listing on this map shows the result of that ballot — either “allocated” or “waiting list”. Here is what each means.
Allocated
An “allocated” restaurant won a place in the ballot and is approved to admit dogs under the scheme from 9 July 2026. These are the venues where you can expect to bring your dog — subject to the restaurant’s own days, hours and house rules.
Look for the official A3 approval sign at the entrance to confirm, and check the venue’s dog-friendly times before you go.
Waiting list
A “waiting list” restaurant applied to join but did not secure a place in this round. Dogs are not yet admitted at these venues. They may be approved later if more places open up, but for now you should treat them as not dog-friendly under the scheme.
How to filter the map
Use the “Allocated only” filter in the sidebar to hide waiting-list venues and show just the restaurants where dogs are currently welcome. You can combine this with district search and “Sort Near Me” to find an approved restaurant close to you.
Why an approved restaurant might still say no
Even an allocated restaurant can restrict dogs to certain days or hours, limit how many dogs are allowed at once, or pause admission. Approval is permission, not a guarantee — a quick phone call before you set off saves a wasted trip.