Featured restaurants
Alvarado Street Brewery
Monterey
In Old Monterey, Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill offers a unique dining experience where craft beer enthusiasts and dog owners can come together to enjoy locally sourced cuisine and award-winning brews.
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Ambrosia India Bistro
Monterey
Ambrosia India Bistro, located in Old Monterey, has become a beloved destination for those seeking fresh, authentic Indian cuisine on the Central Coast.
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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Monterey
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. in Monterey, California, offers a delightful dining experience for both humans and their furry companions.
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Cafe Fina
Monterey
Cafe Fina in Monterey, Monterey County, is a delightful dining spot for both locals and visitors alike.
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Cooper’s Pub & Restaurant
Monterey
Cooper's Pub & Restaurant, located in Monterey, Monterey County, is a culinary gem inspired by California history and British roots, with a modern twist that sets it apart on Cannery Row.
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Estéban Restaurant
Monterey
Located in the historic Casa Munras Hotel & Spa, Esteban Restaurant is the heart of authentic Monterey dining, offering a unique culinary experience. Serving traditional Spanish-inspired cuisine with a pinch of adventure, Esteban features Mediterranean tapas and classic selections to savor and share by the
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Louie Linguini’s
Monterey
Louie Linguini's, located on the second level above Steinbeck Plaza, celebrates the life and times of Louie Linguini, who after a career as an actor,...
Read moreMonterey Bay Travelodge
Monterey
The Monterey Bay Travelodge in Monterey, California, offers an affordable and conveniently located stay for travelers exploring the vibrant coastal region.
Read moreMonterey Fireside Lodge
Monterey
Located on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula, Monterey Fireside Lodge offers clean and cozy accommodations conveniently close to countless attractions. Travelers seeking a dog-friendly retreat will appreciate the lodge's welcoming atmosphere for furry companions.
Read morePaluca Trattoria
Monterey
Our menu specializes in traditional Fisherman’s Wharf cuisine and authentic Italian dishes. We take pride in using the freshest local ingredients to create original Fisherman’s Wharf favorites featuring our famous beer battered fish & chips, New England clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl and
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Monterey
Parker Lusseau Pastries & Cafe in Monterey, Monterey County, is a charming bakery cafe that welcomes furry companions on its two dog-friendly patio areas.
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Monterey
In Monterey, Saffron Café stands out as a haven for food enthusiasts seeking a taste of Persian-inspired cuisine.
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Monterey
Tarpy's Road House in Monterey, a renowned 1917 Roadhouse, offers a delightful dining experience for visitors and locals alike.
Read moreThe C Restaurant + Bar
Monterey
The C Restaurant features only seafood endorsed by Seafood Watch of the Monterey Bay Aquarium, including sustainably sourced Arctic Char.
Read moreWave Street Café
Monterey
Wave Street Café welcomes dog owners to enjoy a delightful dining experience on the Recreation Trail in Cannery Row. This dog-friendly establishment...
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An easy California dog trip for seniors
California suits seniors traveling with dogs when the trip is built around short drives, easy walks, cooler weather and stops with clear pet rules.
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Dog-friendly Monterey and Carmel: why April is ideal
April on the Monterey Peninsula is one of those rare windows when everything aligns for a dog-friendly getaway. The summer crowds haven’t arrived, the coastal wildflowers are putting on a show, and the fog that blankets the coast later in…
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Secret mountain hikes with dogs in California
California's best dog-friendly mountain hikes hide in national forests and regional parks, far from the famous national parks that ban pets on trails. Dawn in the Sierra Nevada is a quiet, pink-tinted secret. My dog, Scout, knows it before I…
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Remembering Maya: DogTrekker’s beloved director of barketing
The DogTrekker team says goodbye to Maya, a rescue pup from Monterey Bay Labrador Retriever Rescue who became the heart of our journey as Director of Barketing. Her nine years of warmth and wagging reminded us that every pawprint tells…
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Hop on, paws up: JSX makes dog travel easy
JSX lets dogs fly in the cabin on 30-seat jets with no security lines and no cargo holds. Pups up to 79 pounds ride beside you on routes connecting Burbank, Oakland, Napa and other California cities, making weekend getaways stress-free.
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Support animal welfare organizations in California
This holiday season, support California's dog rescue and adoption organizations. From Napa Humane to Rocket Dog Rescue, here are our favorite groups working to give every pup a loving home.
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