What sounds more comforting than a delicious beer or cocktail alongside your pet? San Francisco is known for being very dog-friendly, and the likewise prolific bar scene is no exception.
Whether for National Pet Day, or just want to bring along your canine companion along to your next outing, here are the best bars for welcoming atmosphere and friendliness guaranteed to make some tails wag.
See also: The Best Pet Shops In San Francisco To Pick Up Treats For National Pet Day
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582 Haight St / Website
Starting off this "paw-sitively" stellar list is this Lower Haight punk institution notable for its deep formative history in the local dive & music scene.
Order one of their affordable top-quality drinks while taking note of all the amazing stickers and vintage concert posters adorning their walls, and don't be surprised if you see dogs sitting right beside you right up on the bar!
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1514 Union St / https://www.blackhorselondon.com/
Although this must-visit staple in the Marina is known for being the smallest bar in the city, it still has enough room for even the fluffiest of patrons. Treat yourself and your dog to a truly British street bar experience all while receiving equally authentic kindness.
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32 3rd Street / Website
Perhaps no other bar could be as dog-friendly as this FiDi one whose namesake and mascot is honored after! "Kona" of Kona's Street Market is owner Kevin Diedrich’s own pitbull, and is Instagram-notorious for being spotted relaxing among the guests sipping on the lounge's culturally creative cocktails inspired by global night markets.
Try one of their uniquely handcrafted drinks innovativing flavors likeube and pandan while looking out for the perfect selfie angle to take with their very own guest of honor.
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547 Haight St / Website
Toronado is so dog-friendly that the vividly decorated Lower Haight pub even inspired their own trendy hashtag- #DogsofToronado! With over 40 different craft beers on tap, don't mind if the amicable and knowledgeable bartender and even other local pups begins to befriend your own while you decide the perfect glass to have with their vibrant atmosphere.
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806 S Van Ness Ave / Website
Bender's is all about serving their Mission community, being an inclusive social venue full of pool tables, delicious food, a juke box, and an excellent back patio. This stunningly decorated dive also cooks their own house-made dog treats to ensure your pet is having fun just as they are well fed.
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488 Hayes St / Website
This aesthetic cocktail bar not only caters to their human clientele with a wide and creative list of libations, but they also take great care of their canine customers by having ample couches and TV's to lounge with. Brass Tacks is the best visit after a long day of activities in Hayes Valley's Patricia Green, for both owner and pet.
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1000 Great Hwy / Website
Not only is bringing your pooch to Ocean Beach a thrill for them to feel the sand, but treating them after to a picnic at Park Chalet's lush garden right next door is the perfect reward. With their signature "Barks and Brews" events on their garden, you can enjoy live music, flavorful house-brewed beer, and a panoramic coastal view all while knowing your dog is just as welcome.
With these amazing bars, your doggy is sure to become known as a local VIP on your next friendly visit to them!
Photography by: Tamara Bellis/Unsplash
