Food and wine Blog
Looking for some food and wine? DogTrekker has sussed out the stories of many dog-friendly restaurants, wineries, breweries and more for you here. Whether you want to take a tour of the vineyards, sip some ciders in a cozy spot, or just enjoy a dog-friendly patio dining experience—we have it all! So whether you’re looking for something close by or somewhere new and exciting, DogTrekker’s got you covered.
Weatherproof wine tasting with your dog
Rain or shine, dozens of Napa Valley wineries welcome dogs right into their tasting rooms. From Calistoga to Carneros, you'll find treat jars on counters, water bowls at the ready, and even a dog suite at Frenchie Winery.
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All paws welcome on the Napa Valley Vine Trail
The Napa Valley Vine Trail offers a paved 12.5-mile path from Kennedy Park to Yountville, passing dog-friendly wineries like Laird Family Estate and Domaine Chandon. Combine a morning walk with wine tasting and a patio lunch in restaurant-rich Yountville.
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Dog-friendly dining and events in Pleasanton and Danville
Pleasanton and Danville in the East Bay welcome dogs at street fairs, pooch parades and dozens of patio restaurants. From wine tasting at Garre Winery to browsing pet boutiques, these towns know how to treat four-legged visitors.
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Ferndale: A charming village to bark about
A reader shares her love for Ferndale, a Victorian village in Humboldt County with locally owned shops, great food, dog-friendly lodging at the Shaw House Inn and beaches just outside town.
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Kayla in Surf City
DogTrekker's own Kayla reports on her tail-wagging visit to Huntington Beach, where she romped on one of the largest dog beaches in the country and spent the night in style at the pet-pampering Shorebreak Hotel.
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HB Collection: Dog-passionate hotels
The HB Collection brings together four premier oceanfront resorts in Huntington Beach, and all of them welcome dogs. From the Shorebreak's nightly wine reception to the Waterfront's doggie reader board, these hotels go above and beyond for pups.
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Chow for your chow chow (or any other breed)
Huntington Beach is a paradise for dining out with your dog. From Doggy Date Night at Fred's Mexican Cafe to the Canine Cuisine menu at Park Bench Cafe, Surf City serves up tail-wagging meals for pups and their people.
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Dogs welcome at Yountville tasting rooms
Yountville in Napa Valley is a strollable, dog-friendly culinary destination with luxury lodging at North Block Hotel and Bardessono, plus dozens of tasting rooms and acclaimed restaurants with outdoor seating for you and your pup.
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North Coast winery ramble
Mendocino County's North Coast tasting rooms roll out a warm welcome for dogs. The Anderson Valley alone has dozens of dog-friendly wineries, plus cozy inns and farm-to-table restaurants that make it easy to settle in for the weekend.
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Cruise control in Santa Cruz wine country
The Santa Cruz Mountains wine region welcomes dogs at tasting rooms tucked among redwoods and ocean views. Follow a dog-friendly wine trail from Davenport to Soquel to Aptos, with stops for picnics and vineyard strolls along the way.
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Vine and dine in Sonoma
The town of Sonoma charms with its historic plaza, dog-friendly sidewalk cafes and walkable tasting rooms. Stroll to nearby wineries, treat your pup at Three Dog Bakery and finish with dinner at a top-rated patio restaurant.
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Tips for traveling with a puppy
Traveling with a puppy takes preparation. A vet tech covers the essentials, from making sure vaccines are current and scheduling frequent potty breaks to packing a Kong for crate time and keeping your adventurous pup safely leashed.
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Sonoma County trippin’
A Sonoma County road trip from Petaluma to Sebastopol to Santa Rosa serves up craft breweries, off-leash dog parks, wine-country trails and walkable downtowns. Each town brings its own character and plenty of dog-friendly stops along the way.
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Tuolumne County: North entrance (Hwy 120)
The Highway 120 corridor through Tuolumne County blends Gold Rush history with outdoor adventure on the way to Yosemite. Ride a stagecoach in Columbia, swim at Rainbow Pool and bed down at dog-friendly hotels in Groveland and Jamestown.
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Fall trekking in the SLO lane
San Luis Obispo County serves up wine tasting, coastal hikes and historic missions along a leisurely Highway 101 road trip. From Paso Robles wineries to Pismo Beach bluffs and Morro Bay seafood decks, your dog is welcome throughout.
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Set the scene in Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County pairs redwood forests, sandy beaches and a walkable downtown into one excellent dog-friendly getaway. Ride a steam train, go tidepooling, hike off-leash trails and explore 15 miles of dog-welcoming coastline.
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Madera County: South entrance (Hwy 41)
Oakhurst in Madera County serves as the main gateway to Yosemite's south entrance, with dog-friendly inns, wineries, a historic railroad and nearby Bass Lake. From budget-friendly stays to five-star luxury, this corridor has options for every DogTrekker.
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San Diego bound
San Diego offers dogs a perfect mix of urban parks, iconic hikes and off-leash beaches. From the sprawling green spaces of Balboa Park to the sand and surf of Ocean Beach, this city was made for four-legged explorers.
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Mendocino wines on your mind?
Mendocino County 11 wine appellations blaze with fall color in October. Drive the Highway 128 Wine Trail through Anderson Valley or head inland along the Hopland Wine Road, stopping at dog-friendly tasting rooms along the way.
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Explore the Santa Clara Valley wine trail
The Santa Clara Valley, better known as Silicon Valley, is one of California oldest wine regions with 34 family-owned wineries near Gilroy. A Wine Trail pass lets you taste all year, and Kirigin Cellars even hosts AKC events.
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Cruz the mountain wine roads with your pup
Santa Cruz County's mountain wineries offer far more than a beach-town reputation suggests. The Santa Cruz Mountains appellation and Corralitos Wine Trail feature a dozen dog-friendly wineries along winding roads, pouring pinot noirs and chardonnays kissed by coastal fog.
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Pick a park and take a walk
Sacramento shady parks and trails are made for dog walking. Start at William Land Park or hike the 32-mile American River Parkway from Old Sacramento to Folsom Lake. Cross Tower Bridge for skyline views and food trucks.
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Dog-friendly surprises in Solano County
Skip the high-priced Napa hotels and base yourself in Vacaville for half the cost. Nearby Suisun Valley offers dog-friendly wineries with outdoor tastings, while Lagoon Valley Park and Rockville Hills Regional Park give your pup room to stretch and explore.
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Conquer Concord with your pup
Concord is an East Bay city with craft breweries, great hiking, and quick access to thousands of acres of open space. Stay at the dog-friendly Hilton and hit the trails at Briones or Lime Ridge.
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