Here's where to enjoy a good beer, with your best furry friend at your feet.
Fogbelt Brewing Company, Santa Rosa
Fogbelt may not be the biggest of breweries in terms of venue size, but there’s space for you and your dog on the street side patio. The brewery's taps are constantly rotating and there's a seasonal food menu with “chef’s specials” such as deviled eggs and a butcher board. They make their own dog treats out of the spent grain from the brewery - they got a two paws up from my pup! 1305 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa 95401, 707-978-3400, fogbeltbrewing.com, @FogbeltBrewing
Woodfour Brewing Company, Sebastopol
Woodfour joined the Sonoma County beer scene in 2013 with a variety of farmhouse style beers and a seasonally-sourced menu. This is a great little spot to sit outside and enjoy people - and dog-watching. Try the Sour Farmhouse Ale, Gold Ridge Lager and their flagship beer - the Saison. The brewery is located in The Barlow, a makers village in Sebastopol with shops, galleries, restaurants, wine tasting rooms and coffeeshops. 6780 Depot St, Sebastopol 95472, 707-823-3144, woodfour.com, @WoodfourBrewing
Carneros Brewing Company, Sonoma
Picnic with your pup pond-side at Carneros Brewing Company and enjoy the countryside setting; a steel windmill, antique rustic tractor and hop garden in the background. This microbrewery serves up high quality beers from the family behind Ceja Vineyards. Try the Cerveza Pilsner, Negra IPA, Jefeweizen, Morena Ale, or local favorite - the Carneros IPA. 22985 Burndale Rd, Sonoma 95476, 707-938-1880, carnerosbrewing.com, @CarnerosBrewing
The Bear Republic Brewing Company, Healdsburg
The Bear has indoor seating, a large bar area, and a nice sized, mostly covered, patio. Dogs are welcome on the patio, which is right next to a patch of grass and trees near the Healdsburg square. The brewery offers a variety of beers, including the famous Racer 5, and serves up farm fresh food. Try the calamari, grilled Portobello sandwich or the Jamaican Burger. 345 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg 95448, 707-433-2337, bearrepublic.com, @BearRepublic
St. Florian's Brewery, Windsor
St. Florian's founders Aron and Amy Levin's dalmatian fits in with the fire fighting theme of the brewery brand and can often be found in the taproom. Enjoy your beer both inside and outside, dog at your side. Sample St. Florian's flagship beers - the Flashover IPA, the Cali-Common, 48/96, Überschlag IPA, and the Brown - and pair them with bites from local food trucks such as the Fig Rig. 7704 Bell Rd, Windsor 95492, 707-838-2739, stfloriansbrewery.com, @StFloriansBrew
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Crooked Goat Brewery, Sebastopol
Crooked Goat is located at the front section of the Barlow in Sebastopol. Rolling doors on three sides of the brewery give the impression of being outdoors while seated inside. Taste a variety of beers, ranging from brews infused with chili pepper, blood orange, and tangerine to hoppy IPA’s and Taylor Maid Coffee Stout. Pizzas and BBQ bites can be ordered from the bar - the staff will also jump into their golf cart and pick up your meal from one of the nearby restaurants. 120 Morris St #120, Sebastopol 95472, 707-835-4256, crookedgoatbrewing.com, @CrookedoatBrewing
Lagunitas Brewing Company, Petaluma
There’s a lot of fun on tap at Lagunitas, for humans and dogs alike. There’s a large, semi-covered, outdoor space with picnic tables, ample seating and plenty of water bowls scattered throughout. Pair the Daytime, Little Sumpin, Hop Stoopid, Lagunitas Sucks or Down Low with music and a dog-friendly vibe. Popular items from the kitchen include the nachos, pulled pork sandwich, and the sampler of Yanni’s sausages. 1280 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma 94954, 707-769-4455, lagunitas.com, @LagunitasBeer and @lagunitasbruhws
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Sonoma is a dog-loving county. From park trails to dog parks – even some restaurant patios and wineries – pooches are welcome here. A dog mom and a craft beer lover, Jess Poshepny Vallery has scouted out local spots to enjoy a cold one, with your best furry friend at your feet. Click through the gallery above for all the details.
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