Featured restaurants
Chipotle
Costa Mesa
Chipotle in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Southern California, is not just a fast-food joint; it's a culinary experience that values quality, sustainability, and community.
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Eat Chow
Costa Mesa
Eat Chow, with locations in Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, offers a diverse menu for breakfast and lunch/dinner in Orange County, Southern California.
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Old Vine Cafe
Costa Mesa
In its eighth year, Old Vine Cafe in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Southern California, stands out for its top-quality food and wine served in a non-pretentious, casual atmosphere.
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Pick Up Stix
Costa Mesa
Pick Up Stix Fresh Asian Flavors in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Southern California, is a beloved California-born Chinese food restaurant renowned for its dedication to serving fresh, wok'd to order meals.
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Side Street Cafe
Costa Mesa
Side Street Cafe, a beloved family-owned eatery in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Southern California, is a charming spot that caters to both locals and visitors.
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The Golden Truffle
Costa Mesa
In the vibrant city of Costa Mesa in Orange County, Southern California, The Golden Truffle is a culinary gem that attracts a diverse crowd of food enthusiasts, from restaurateurs and wine-makers to chefs and discerning diners.
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2145
Costa Mesa
In the vibrant industrial area of Westside Costa Mesa, 2145 is not just a brick and mortar pizza eatery; it's a culinary haven that offers a unique dining...
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Costa Mesa
The Beach Pit BBQ in Costa Mesa, Orange County, Southern California, offers a taste of the South in the Newport/Mesa area. This dog-friendly establishment...
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Dog-friendly Laguna Beach and the Orange County coast
The Orange County coast is a dog-friendly paradise The Orange County coastline — stretching from Huntington Beach through Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point — is one of the most dog-friendly stretches of coast in Southern California. With dog…
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ADA accessible dog-friendly trails in Southern California
Southern California’s diverse landscape — from mountain lakes to desert oases to coastal bluffs — offers a surprising number of paved and accessible trails where handlers with mobility needs and their dogs can enjoy the outdoors together. Whether we’re talking…
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The dog parks worth driving to in Orange County
Orange County has a dog park problem, but it’s the good kind: too many solid options and not enough weekends. The county stretches from beach towns to inland suburbs, and the dog parks reflect that range. Some are sandy and…
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New for you: DogTrekker’s ulti-mutt spring event guide
Spring brings a packed calendar of dog-friendly events across California, from fun runs and beach festivals to wine tastings and costume parades. Many raise funds for animal welfare organizations, so you and your pup can play while making a positive…
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2025 award-winning dog-friendly hotels
From Big Bear's lakefront boutique hotels to Huntington Beach's award-winning resort and West Hollywood's rooftop patios, these 2025 award-winning properties set the standard for dog-friendly hospitality across California. Pack treats and start planning.
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California’s best coastal dog-friendly towns
From Mendocino's Victorian headlands to Laguna Beach's gallery-lined streets, California's best coastal towns have quietly reshaped themselves around four-legged visitors. Expect water bowls at storefronts, treats at hotel check-in and patios where dogs are the guests of honor.
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