Featured restaurants
Hog Wild Bar-B-Que
Placerville
Hog Wild Bar-B-Que in Placerville, CA, is a renowned establishment that specializes in smoking high-quality meats low and slow until they hit the sweet spot.
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Jack Russell Brewery
Placerville
Welcome to Jack Russell Brewery Restaurant Downtown, a hidden gem located in Placerville, California.
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Old Town Grill
Placerville
Renowned for serving what many locals hail as 'the best burger in Placerville', Old Town Grill is a must-visit establishment in El Dorado County.
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Seasons B&B
Placerville
Seasons B&B in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a standout pet-friendly accommodation in the area, catering to guests who wish to include their furry companions in their special occasions.
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Shoestring
Placerville
With a rich history dating back to 1959, Shoestring in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a beloved establishment known for its fresh, made-to-order dishes.
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Sweetie Pie’s
Placerville
In Main Street, Placerville, stands the charming Victorian house that is home to Sweetie Pie's. Dating back to 1865, this historic gem was lovingly restored to its original beauty by owners Patty and Ron Clark in 1991.
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Sweetie Pies
Placerville
In Placerville, Sweetie Pies stands out as a must-visit landmark restaurant in El Dorado County's Gold Country.
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Main Street Melters
Placerville
Located in historic Placerville, California, Main Street Melters is a hidden gem that offers not only mouthwatering sandwiches and salads but...
Read morePizza Bene!
Placerville
Located in the charming town of Placerville in California's Gold Country, Pizza Bene! is a hidden gem that offers a slice of authentic...
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Placerville
Placerville Co-op, a locally owned natural food market in Placerville, El Dorado County, offers a delightful dining experience for both humans and their...
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Placerville
Teriyaki Junction, a family-owned Japanese restaurant in Placerville, has been serving up fresh dishes since 1999. Their signature homemade teriyaki sauce adds a unique touch to a variety of menu items, all made to order.
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Dog’s guide to autumn: 5 Northern California day trips
Autumn in Northern California means cooler trails, colorful foliage and fewer crowds. These five dog-friendly day trips cover Apple Hill orchards, Gold Rush towns, ocean bluffs and redwood groves, each one perfect for a fall road trip with your pup.
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Paw-some road trips from Sacramento
Sacramento's big backyard delivers dog-friendly road trips to Placer County waterfalls, Gold Country mining trails, and small-batch wineries in the Sacramento River Delta. Two-room suites at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade make a comfortable home base.
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Day tripping through Gold Country
Gold Country towns east of Sacramento roll out the welcome mat for dogs. Hike wildflower-lined trails at Auburn State Recreation Area, walk through history at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park and stroll the 35-mile El Dorado Trail.
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Sample fresh flavors in Sacramento
Sacramento, America's Farm-to-Fork Capital, is a standout dog-friendly destination with miles of trails, dozens of parks, and patio restaurants serving field-fresh cuisine. Follow Highway 50 east to the Apple Hill wine trail, where many family wineries welcome pups on their…
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Activities in Sacramento’s big backyard
Sacramento sits within easy reach of Folsom Lake, Apple Hill wineries, Gold Country, and the Sacramento River Delta. These day-trip destinations offer hiking, paddling, seasonal tastings, and plenty of dog-friendly stops along the way.
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Capital sipping experiences
Sacramento makes a perfect base for dog-friendly wine tasting. Sip on the patio at Revolution Winery in Midtown, then head to the Apple Hill region near Placerville for fall farm visits and hillside vineyard views.
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