Herbstreit Feeds Dog Steak at NYC Restaurant
Broadcaster Kirk Herbstreit drew criticism on radio host Craig Carton's show after posting a video of his golden retriever eating steak at a New York City restaurant.
Updated on Nov. 13, 2026 in Dogs
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Kirk Herbstreit cut up a steak and fed it to his golden retriever, Peter, at an NYC restaurant, then posted the video on Instagram. Craig Carton criticized Herbstreit for the steakhouse meal on his show Friday.
Why it matters
The dispute highlights the debate over feeding pets human food in public dining settings, a practice that draws strong opinions from pet owners and critics alike. It also shows how social media posts about pet routines can quickly become talking points on national sports and talk radio.
Peter finished a full plate of cut-up steak in under 17 seconds, according to a stopwatch Herbstreit used to time the meal. The video was posted to Instagram, and the source does not report any restaurant response or local health-code implications.
The players
Kirk Herbstreit
Kirk Herbstreit is a former college football quarterback who became a prominent ESPN college football analyst and broadcaster.
Craig Carton
Craig Carton is a radio host and former sports talk personality known for his outspoken commentary on sports and pop culture.
The details
Herbstreit, who has traveled with Peter for the past few years, cut the steak into pieces and placed it on the plate for the dog. Carton criticized the move on his show Friday, while the broader dispute centers on whether a steakhouse visit with a pet is appropriate.
Timeline
November 2024: Herbstreit's previous travel dog, Ben, died, and Peter became his travel companion.
Friday: Craig Carton criticized Herbstreit on his radio show.
Roadmap
Dogs have increasingly accompanied owners on trips and into public venues across the United States, and social media has turned these routines into public content. The Herbstreit episode shows how such posts can invite debate about the proper line between pet comfort and public dining norms.
Owners who bring dogs to restaurants should check local rules and the establishment's policy before ordering food for a pet. Feeding a dog from your own plate can raise hygiene and seasoning concerns, so asking staff first is a practical step.
The takeaway
Feeding a pet from the table is a personal choice that can affect those around you, so checking the restaurant's policy first is worthwhile. Owners who share pet moments online should expect that public posts may draw differing opinions.
Further reading
For more on how owners are caring for their companions, explore Dogs.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New York Post.
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