I have come across dogs in cafes in Europe (inside, not just on the patio). I found it a little odd at first and it really didn't bother me, although I'm OK with dogs not being allowed inside of an eating establishment. A dog laying on the floor on a patio, on the other hand, will not contaminate my food unless I plan to eat it off of the floor as well. Keep them out of kitchen and indoor areas, don't let the chefs frolic with puppies on the kitchen floor, etc. but I have no problems with dogs on the patio assuming that they're well behaved.
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