Bus Stop bar has been a Cow Hollow fixture since 1919, holding down the corner of Union and Laguna Streets with the kind of staying power that means something in San Francisco. It’s a sports bar in the truest sense—26 flat-screen TVs means you’re guaranteed a good view of whatever game matters to you, and the well drinks are solid without pretension.

What makes it worth the trip with your dog is the outdoor seating area, where dogs are genuinely welcome. This isn’t a grudging accommodation or a tiny corner space. You can actually sit out there, have a drink, watch the game on one of the outdoor monitors, and your dog gets to be part of the scene without anyone acting like they’re doing you a favor. The neighborhood itself is pleasant for hanging around—Union Street has shops and restaurants in both directions, and you’re close enough to Marina Green if you want to walk off the afternoon before heading in.

Inside, the bar has that comfortable, lived-in quality you’d expect from a century-old spot. It’s not trying to be anything other than what it is: a neighborhood bar where regulars know the bartenders’ names and there’s always someone watching a game. The crowd skews toward people who actually care about sports rather than the Instagram version of a sports bar, which means it can get loud during big games but feels mellow on quieter afternoons.

The outdoor space is really the draw if you’re bringing a dog. You get the social aspect of being at a real bar—actual conversation, decent snacks, people around—without the chaos of a crowded indoor space. It’s one of those places where you show up for one drink and end up staying longer than you planned. Check their website for their current hours since they vary by season and day.