Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Restaurant |
| Founded | Huntington Beach, CA (2003) |
| Founder | Chris Simms, Gabe Caliendo, Steve Price, and Roshan Mendis |
| Headquarters | , United States |
Number of locations | 53 restaurants (2025) |
Area served | United States (California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Virginia) |
| Owner | Brentwood Associates |
| Website | www |
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a U.S.-based casual dining chain with 53 locations spread across eight states: California, Florida, Nevada, Texas, Colorado, Illinois, Georgia, and Virginia. The company also has intentions to enter the Pennsylvania market.
The brand name was selected by founder Chris Simms to foster a more family-oriented environment compared to the original Rocky Mountain Cafe concept. Tom Simms, Chris's father and business collaborator, was formerly the founder and seller of Mimi's Cafe. To emphasize its welcoming vibe for families, the restaurant incorporates dog paw prints into its seating design.
Established in August 2003 in Westminster, California by Chris Simms, the eatery presents a varied menu that includes items such as pizza and Kung Pao chicken. Its interior design features images and illustrations of dogs to strengthen its distinctive brand identity.
In July 2013, private equity firm Brentwood Associates purchased Lazy Dog for an undisclosed amount. The chain has earned favorable feedback for its inviting ambiance, wide-ranging menu selections, and dog-friendly outdoor seating areas—elements that enhance its standing within the casual dining sector.