The Best Pet-Friendly Pubs & Bars in San Francisco
The best pet-friendly pubs & bars in San Francisco, ranked by PetScore. Top pick: Black Hammer Brewing Company.
To build this guide we evaluated 78 pubs & bars in San Francisco 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. Black Hammer Brewing Company leads the ranking at 9. Lower Haight 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.
Black Hammer Brewing Company
Pubs & Bars · China Basin
Black Hammer Brewing Company in San Francisco is a dog-friendly pub. It offers both indoor and outdoor seating, including a heated patio. Dogs of all sizes are welcome, with spacious seating suitable for larger dogs. Water bowls are available for pets, and guests may bring their own dog treats.
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
Pubs & Bars · Half Moon Bay
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company in Half Moon Bay is a pub with a dog-friendly outdoor patio. The patio is spacious and features fire pits and heaters. They provide water bowls, dog treats, and a dedicated dog menu for canine guests. All dog sizes are welcome.
Canyon Club Brewery
Pubs & Bars · St. Marys Gardens
Canyon Club Brewery in Moraga is a dog-friendly pub that welcomes pets on its comfortable outdoor patio, also known as the Biergarten. They provide water bowls and offer free biscuits made from spent grain. A special dog menu features unseasoned beef patties and salmon fillets, along with various dog treats. Shaded seating is available for pets and their owners.
Freewheel Brewing Company
Pubs & Bars · Friendly Acres
Freewheel Brewing Company in Redwood City, CA, is a dog-friendly pub that welcomes leashed dogs on its outdoor patio. The staff provides water bowls and dog treats, including pup patties. The brewery also hosts adoption events and participates in fundraisers for non-profit pet organizations.
Molotov's
Pubs & Bars · Lower Haight
Molotov's is a pub in San Francisco that is dog-friendly. Pets are allowed inside the bar. The establishment features a pool table, a selection of beers, and plays punk rock music.
Speisekammer
Pubs & Bars · Alameda
Speisekammer in Alameda is a pub offering dog-friendly outdoor seating in its biergarten and patio areas. The establishment provides a special dog menu and water bowls for canine guests. Large dogs are welcome to join their owners in the outdoor dining spaces.
Emperor Norton's BoozeLand
Pubs & Bars · San Francisco
Emperor Norton's BoozeLand is a restaurant in San Francisco that welcomes dogs inside the bar and on the back smoking patio. No size restrictions for dogs are mentioned, and no pet fee is stated. The establishment offers beers and cocktails.
Danny Coyle's
Pubs & Bars · Lower Haight
Danny Coyle's is a pub in San Francisco that offers inside seating for pets. The provided information does not specify any pet size restrictions, fees, or additional amenities for pets.
Mini Bar SF
Pubs & Bars · San Francisco
Mini Bar SF is a restaurant in San Francisco that welcomes dogs inside. Access is permitted when the venue is not overly crowded, as there is not a lot of space to roam.
The Dubliner
Pubs & Bars · San Francisco
The Dubliner is a restaurant in San Francisco that welcomes well-behaved, friendly dogs inside. Guests can bring their dogs to enjoy drinks. The owner's dog may also be on-site.