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