Woodfour Brewing Company sits in The Barlow, Sebastopol’s mixed-use creative district, and it’s genuinely one of the better places to bring your dog if you want good beer and food in Sonoma County. The brewery focuses on American-style beers, with a solid rotating selection of drafts and bottles. What really sets it apart is chef Jamil Peden’s kitchen—he sources from local producers and actually cooks thoughtfully, which you notice immediately in the food. The San Francisco Chronicle has written about the cooking here, which isn’t something every brewpub in wine country can say.

The outdoor seating area is where you and your dog will hang out. It’s a legitimate patio setup, not just a few tables squeezed against the building. On warmer days it fills up with people from around the area, so there’s usually some energy. Your dog gets water and space to settle while you work through a flight of beers or order from the restaurant menu. The vibe is casual and unpretentious—nobody’s going to make a fuss about your dog being there as long as they’re reasonably behaved.

The Barlow itself is worth knowing about if you’re exploring Sebastopol. It’s become a gathering spot with shops, galleries, and other food businesses clustered together, so you can make an afternoon of it. There’s also green space around the development where you can walk around between brewery visits. If you’re driving from the coast or inland Sonoma, Sebastopol sits right in the middle, making it a natural stop. The beer quality and kitchen focus genuinely matter here—you’re not just getting a brewery with a dog-friendly patio, you’re getting one where the beer and food are worth the trip.