Over 140 eating venues in Tomsk welcome furry friends alongside their owners
In the vibrant city of Tomsk, pet owners no longer have to leave their furry friends at home when they dine out. An analysis of open data from the 2GIS service reveals 147 pet-friendly culinary points in Tomsk, including cafes and bars, making it a pet-friendly haven.
One such establishment is the popular Make love pizza on Komsomolsky Prospekt, which welcomes not only dog owners but also pet-loving customers with cats. The staff members here ensure the cleanliness of their establishment by washing and disinfecting their hands after contact with animals before returning to work.
For our canine companions, water bowls are provided, and some establishments even prepare treats for their human customers' four-legged friends. The Pugs coffee shop, the only known truly pet-friendly place in Tomsk, offers a 10% discount on coffee for customers with dogs.
Despite some establishments having signs prohibiting pets, many still welcome them. Alexei Stepanov, deputy head of the Tomsk Oblast restaurant association, even stated that his collie, despite being taller than 35 centimeters at the withers, is allowed in stores.
The increase in regular pet-friendly visitors continues, with the exact number of such visitors unknown. Similarly, the exact number of pet-friendly establishments in Tomsk with confirmed pet-friendly formats remains unknown due to the lack of centralized official statistics.
However, the trend of pet-friendly dining spots in Tomsk is undeniable. Whether it's enjoying a slice of pizza or sipping on a cup of coffee, pet owners in Tomsk now have more options to dine out with their beloved companions.
Lifestyle is becoming more inclusive in Tomsk, as home-and-garden arenas expand to accommodate pets within their patrons' daily routines. Some establishments, such as Make love pizza and Pugs coffee shop, go beyond simple pet tolerance, offering amenities like water bowls and treats for pet-owning customers.
