La Quinta Brewing Co. in Palm Desert is a dog-friendly brewery with a full-service kitchen, making it a convenient one-stop for food and craft beer when you are out with your pup. The outdoor patio is where dogs are welcome, and it has enough space and comfortable seating that you can settle in for a while without feeling cramped or rushed. The tap lineup runs 24 handles deep, including house-brewed beers, guest brews, and wine options. Styles range from crisp lagers to hoppy IPAs, so there is usually something on tap for every preference. If you are still figuring out what you like, the staff is happy to pour samples and point you in the right direction. The rotating selection means there is often something new to try on return visits.

The kitchen turns out solid pub food — the LQBC burger, patty melt, fish and chips, and chicken tenders are among the more popular picks. It is hearty, satisfying fare that pairs well with a cold pint, and portions are generous. Having a real food menu rather than just snacks sets La Quinta Brewing Co. apart from some of the tasting-room-only breweries in the valley, and it means you can make a full meal out of your visit. The kitchen also handles dietary preferences well if you ask, and there’s usually something on the menu that works whether you’re in the mood for something light or substantial.

Water bowls are provided for dogs, and the staff is welcoming toward visitors with dogs. The patio layout gives dogs room to lie down comfortably under the table, and the atmosphere is relaxed enough that most well-behaved dogs will do just fine. It’s open seven days a week, which makes it easy to fit into your schedule no matter when you are in the area. For dog owners staying in Palm Desert, La Quinta, or the surrounding Coachella Valley communities, you can spend a couple hours here without your dog getting restless or you feeling rushed to leave.