The Best Pet-Friendly Pubs & Bars in San Diego
The best pet-friendly pubs & bars in San Diego, ranked by PetScore. Top pick: O'Brien's.
To build this guide we evaluated 51 pubs & bars in San Diego using our PetScore, a 0 to 10 index that measures dog access level, accepted dog sizes and each place's pet-friendly amenities. These 10 places earned the highest marks: every one scores at least 7.0 and the top's average is 8.3. O'Brien's leads the ranking at 8.5. Clairemont is the area that repeats the most among the picks. Each entry includes practical notes on the place's pet policy, so you know what to expect before arriving with your dog. We update this ranking as the underlying data changes.
O'Brien's
Pubs & Bars · Kearny Mesa
O'Brien's is a pub in San Diego with a dog-friendly patio. Dogs of all sizes are allowed on the patio. Water bowls are available, though they may need to be located. Guests can use the patio fence to secure their dogs. Ordering requires leaving dogs unattended.
Bull's Smokin' BBQ
Pubs & Bars · Morena
Bull's Smokin' BBQ is a restaurant in San Diego with a spacious dog-friendly patio. They provide complimentary water bowls and beef bones for dogs. Dogs of all sizes are welcome, and there is no pet fee for dining with your companion.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Pubs & Bars · Mission Valley
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar in San Diego is a restaurant with dog-friendly outdoor seating. It allows dogs of all sizes and multiple dogs. The restaurant provides water bowls and offers a dog menu with grilled hamburger or chicken. Shaded patio areas and dog relief areas are available. Dogs must be well-behaved.
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station
Pubs & Bars · Point Loma
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station is a restaurant in San Diego. It welcomes dogs of all sizes on its spacious outdoor patio. The bistro offers a special dog menu with treats and provides water. Shaded areas are available, but pet owners should bring their own waste bags.
Sally's Fish House & Bar
Pubs & Bars · Marina
Sally's Fish House & Bar is a restaurant in San Diego with a pet-friendly patio. It welcomes dogs of all sizes, including multiple dogs. The restaurant provides water bowls and offers a dedicated dog menu with various food items. Dog parties are hosted every few months.
Mediterranean Room
Pubs & Bars · La Jolla
The Mediterranean Room in San Diego, a restaurant at La Valencia Hotel, welcomes dogs of all sizes on its outdoor patio. A dedicated dog menu with healthy options is available, and water bowls are provided. A nightly pet fee of $50 applies per dog, and up to two dogs are allowed. Cats are not permitted.
Bay Park Fish Company
Pubs & Bars · Clairemont
Bay Park Fish Company in San Diego is a restaurant that welcomes dogs on its outdoor patio. The patio offers comfortable amenities including heating and umbrellas for shade. Staff provide water for canine companions, making it a suitable spot for pet owners to dine.
Station Tavern
Pubs & Bars · South Park
Station Tavern in San Diego is a dog-friendly pub with a spacious outdoor patio. Dogs of all sizes are welcome to join their owners in the open-air seating area, which features heaters and umbrellas. Self-service water bowls are provided for canine companions.
Madueño - Cacho Tasting Room
Pubs & Bars · San Diego
Madueño - Cacho Tasting Room is a restaurant in San Diego that allows well-behaved dogs inside and outside on the patio. There are no stated size restrictions for dogs, and no pet fee is mentioned.
Offshore Tavern & Grill
Pubs & Bars · Clairemont
Offshore Tavern & Grill is a pub in San Diego. Leashed dogs are welcome inside and on the heated patio. Water bowls and pup cups are provided for pets. There is no specific dog menu available.