Featured bars/taprooms
Anacapa Brewing Company
Ventura
Established in 2000, Anacapa Brewing Company in Ventura County is a haven for beer enthusiasts seeking hand-crafted ales and lagers. The Brewmaster's dedication to using only the finest ingredients and honoring brewing traditions shines through in each sip.
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Bang The Drum Brewery
San Luis Obispo
Bang The Drum Brewery, a small craft brewery in beautiful San Luis Obispo, is a must-visit destination for beer enthusiasts exploring the Central Coast.
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Barrel 33
Ventura
In Ventura, Barrel 33 is a hidden gem for both wine enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.
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Barrelhouse 101
Ventura
In the vibrant coastal city of Ventura, Barrelhouse 101 stands out as a haven for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike. However, what truly sets Barrelhouse 101 apart is its unwavering commitment to being a dog-friendly destination.
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Beer Thirty Bottle Shop
Soquel
Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House in Soquel, Santa Cruz County, California Coast, is a haven for craft beer enthusiasts looking for a diverse selection of brews.
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Central Coast Brewing
San Luis Obispo
Located in San Luis Obispo on California's beautiful Central Coast, Central Coast Brewing is a must-visit destination for beer enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.
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Lama Dog Tap Room
Santa Barbara
Lama Dog Taproom + Bottle Shop in Santa Barbara is a popular destination in the Funk Zone for craft beer and small-lot wines.
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Libertine Brewing Company
San Luis Obispo
Libertine Brewing Company boasts one of the largest tap walls in San Luis Obispo County, stretching an impressive 77 taps long. Beer enthusiasts can delight in sampling 14 house-brewed barrel-aged sours, a specialty of the brewery.
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SLO Brew Rod and Hammer Rock
San Luis Obispo
In San Luis Obispo on the picturesque Central Coast of California, SLO Brew Rod and Hammer Rock is a beloved destination for beer enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.
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Ventura Coast Brewing
Ventura
Ventura Coast Brewing Company is a dog-friendly brewery located in downtown Ventura, making it a great spot to visit with your furry friend.
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Bombay Bar & Grill
Ventura
In Ventura County, Bombay Bar & Grill offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere that is as inviting to four-legged friends as it is to their human companions.
Read moreBrady’s Yacht Club
Santa Cruz
Brady's Yacht Club, a beloved dog-friendly establishment in Santa Cruz, offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both canines and their human companions.
Read moreFirestone Walker Brewery
Paso Robles
Firestone Walker Brewing Company brewed its first beer in 1996 in a small facility rented from the Firestone Vineyard estate in Santa Barbara County. In 2001, owners Adam Firestone and David Walker purchased the SLO Brewing Company located in Paso Robles, California.
Read moreFluid State Beer Garden
Ventura
In the vibrant city of Ventura, Fluid State Beer Garden is a modern oasis for beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike.
Read moreLeashless Brewing
Ventura
Leashless Brewing in Ventura, Ventura County, Southern California, is a certified organic brewery dedicated to environmentally-conscious and sustainably-minded practices.
Read moreMadeWest Brewing Company
Ventura
MadeWest is the result of two lifelong friends and Ventura natives seeking to share quality handmade craft beer with their community.
Read moreMilestone Tavern
San Luis Obispo
Located in San Luis Obispo on the Central Coast, Milestone Tavern stands out as a haven for both craft beer enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.
Read moreNight Lizard Brewing Company
Santa Barbara
Night Lizard Brewing Company is a renowned craft brewery in Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, on the Central Coast. Committed to sustainability and community engagement, they produce top-quality craft beers using fresh local ingredients.
Read moreSanta Cruz Mountain Brewing
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing, an award-winning, local, certified organic brewery in Santa Cruz County, is a haven for beer enthusiasts and dog lovers alike.
Read moreTerry’s Lounge
Carmel By The Sea
Terry's Lounge at the Cypress Inn in Carmel By The Sea, Monterey County, California Coast, is a must-visit destination for travelers seeking a dog-friendly dining experience.
Read moreThe Cruisery
Santa Barbara
The Cruisery, located on bustling State Street in downtown Santa Barbara, offers a laid-back atmosphere combined with craft beer and inventive pub fare.
Read moreTopa Topa Brewing Company
Ventura
Located on Colt Street in Ventura, just off the 101, Topa Topa Brewing Company – HQ and Brewery is a must-visit destination for beer enthusiasts in Ventura County, Southern California.
Read moreVenus Spirits
Santa Cruz
Located in Santa Cruz, California, Venus Spirits, founded by Sean Venus, is a renowned distillery producing organic small-batch whiskey, gin, aquavit, and blue agave spirits.
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8 dog-friendly cabins in Monterey and Big Sur
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Spring in Paso Robles with your dog
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Central Coast nesting season: a dog owner’s calendar
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Heatstroke and hot pavement: California dog summer safety
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An easy California dog trip for seniors
California suits seniors traveling with dogs when the trip is built around short drives, easy walks, cooler weather and stops with clear pet rules.
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Santa Barbara with your dog: what locals keep quiet
Santa Barbara's dog-friendly secret isn't on the downtown wharf: it's in the foothills, the canyons, and a beach the locals still call Hendry's. Here's where we actually go on a Central Coast weekend.
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