Featured bars/taprooms
BottleTaps
Pleasanton
With a rotating selection of 30 beers on tap and over 170 in bottles, covering all of the Beer Judge Certification Program™ (BJCP) beer styles, BottleTaps in Pleasanton, Alameda County, East Bay Area, is a haven for beer enthusiasts.
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Dog Bar
Pleasanton
Dog Bar in Pleasanton, Alameda County, is an innovative indoor space designed for dog parents to relax, socialize, and engage with their furry companions.
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McKay’s Taphouse and Beer
Pleasanton
McKay's offers a unique variety of locally sourced, handcrafted beers, sure to appease any beer lover (from the casual beer drinker to the beer aficionados).
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The Hop Yard American
Pleasanton
The Hop Yard American Alehouse & Grill in Pleasanton, California, stands on the historic grounds of the former largest hop farm globally, offering a unique dining experience in San Francisco County's East Bay Area.
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Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen
Pleasanton
Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen is a dog-friendly bar and taproom in Pleasanton in California’s San Francisco Bay Area that welcomes well-behaved dogs, also offering dog-friendly dining.
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Where to adopt a dog in the Bay Area
The Bay Area has dozens of rescue groups across San Francisco, the East Bay, South Bay, Peninsula, North Bay, and Wine Country. We round up the shelters, breed-specific rescues, and senior dog sanctuaries ready to match you with your next…
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Spring splash: where your water dog wants to be
California is warming up and your water dog knows it. From the crystal-clear pools of the South Yuba River to calm Lake Natoma, here are the best spring splash spots to hit before the crowds arrive.
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Only in California
Contra Costa County is packed with pup-friendly taprooms and craft breweries, and Concord makes an ideal base. Hike the Iron Horse Trail or stroll through Mount Diablo State Park to work up a thirst before hitting the taps.
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Tri-Valley: open space and wine country for your dog
The Tri-Valley east of San Francisco combines dog-friendly wine country, craft beer trails, and tens of thousands of acres of open space where dogs can roam off-leash. Pleasanton Ridge, Dublin Hills, and Del Valle Regional Park are standout picks.
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Briones Regional Park, Pleasant Hill’s hidden gem
Briones Regional Park near Pleasant Hill offers 6,255 acres of rolling green hills with panoramic views and off-leash trails. Nearby, the 32-mile Iron Horse Regional Trail follows an old rail corridor through charming East Bay towns.
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Call it a night in the Tri-Valley
More than two dozen Tri-Valley hotels welcome dogs, with pet fees ranging from nothing to $150. From budget motels to all-suite properties with full kitchens, there are plenty of options for every DogTrekker visiting the area. Sure, you could commute…
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