Dogs may be allowed in outdoor dining areas of a food establishment if:     
       (1) the establishment posts a sign in a conspicuous location in the area stating that dogs are allowed;      
       (2) the customer and dog access the area directly from the exterior of the establishment;      
       (3) the dog does not enter the interior of the establishment;      
       (4) the customer keeps the dog on a leash and controls the dog;      
       (5) the customer does not allow the dog on a seat, table, countertop, or similar surface; and      
       (6) in the area, the establishment does not:                (A) prepare food; or                 (B) permit open food other than food that is being served to a customer; and        
       (7) the requirements specified in this section do not apply to service animals or service animals in training.      
     Source Note:        The provisions of this §228.172 adopted to be effective August 8, 2021, 46 TexReg 4686