Summer is prime time for outdoor dining, and around Clear Lake in Lake County you’ll find lots of decks and patios that welcome well-behaved dogs. In Lower Lake, Danny’s Roadside Kitchen is a true “roadhouse”—no inside seating, just great barbecue with a cult following. On a healthier tack, Wholly Bowl in Lakeport has a dog-friendly patio and turns out good-for-you meals (think chicken teriyaki bowls and Thai peanut wraps) and some of the best vegan dishes in Lake County.
If plain old American food is more your thing, enjoy it on the lakeshore with killer views at Boathouse Bar & Restaurant in Nice, near Upper Lake.
Back in Lakeport, Renee’s Café dishes up fast, casual American fare that customers are welcome to enjoy at dog-friendly outdoor seating.
The Euro Market and Bistro in Lucerne is run by a charming family who owns and takes pride in their business with dog-friendly patio seating. Their breakfast plates are not to be missed.
