Bring Your Best Friend To These Dog-Friendly Hot Spots In San Diego
Dog-friendly patios in San Diego are outdoor dining spaces at restaurants, bars and resorts that welcome leashed dogs alongside their owners. And San Diego has 27 standout spots where your pup can join you for everything from bottomless brunch to bayside happy hour. From beachside dives to five-diamond resort terraces, these are grouped by neighborhood so you can plan the perfect pup date. Come hungry, and bring your dog.
Pacific Beach & Mission Bay
1. Party in the P-A-R-K
Mavericks Beach Club is 15,000+ square feet of pure Pacific Beach energy. You’ll find three versatile courts for pickleball, futsal or basketball, 40+ TVs, full-service food and beverage options and outdoor areas where leashed dogs are always welcome. Your pup settles in while you scan the lineup: tacos, wings and Taco Tuesday with $3.50 tacos all day. Wednesday brings Trivia Night and $1 wings (5-wing minimum), and Thursday is Country Night with instructor-led line dancing starting at 7 p.m. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 2 to 7 p.m. with half off all drinks. Football season turns the whole venue into one of San Diego’s premier game-day destinations, with drink specials and an unbeatable crowd spread across every screen. It’s a beach party, a sports bar and a neighborhood hangout all at once, and your pup gets a seat at all three.
Mavericks Beach Club
860 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109
858.999.0348
M, 4 p.m.–close; Tu–F, noon–close; Sa, 10 a.m.–2 a.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–close
2. Bayfront Tropical Vibes on Mission Bay
Bahia Resort Hotel’s Dockside 1953 sits on a 14-acre tropical peninsula on Mission Bay, offering dog-friendly patio dining with unobstructed water views, fire pits and a covered trellis for year-round comfort. The nautical-inspired restaurant serves fresh California fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with craft cocktails and a thoughtful wine menu. After your meal, rent paddleboards, kayaks or pedal boats right on the property and explore the bay with your pup. SeaWorld is just across the street, so the whole afternoon writes itself.
Dockside 1953
998 W Mission Bay Dr
San Diego, CA 92109
858.539.7634
Breakfast: Mon–Fri, 7–11:30 a.m. | Lunch: Mon–Fri, 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sat–Sun, 2–5 p.m. | Dinner: Daily, 5–10 p.m. | Weekend Brunch: Sat–Sun, 7 a.m.–2 p.m. | Bar: Daily, 11:30 a.m.–11 p.m.
3. Polynesian Paradise on the Bay
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa brings Polynesian charm to the shores of Mission Bay, and the outdoor dining scene here welcomes dogs as warmly as it does sunset chasers. Oceana Coastal Kitchen serves chef-driven California cuisine on a heated and covered bayside patio lined with tiki torches and fire pit tables. Expect fresh seafood, seasonal plates, handcrafted sushi and craft cocktails with panoramic bay views.
Moray’s is the laid-back outdoor counterpart, pouring tropical drinks and casual bites alongside happy hour specials Monday through Thursday from 2 to 5 p.m. The resort welcomes one dog up to 50 lbs or two dogs combined up to 75 lbs with a non-refundable pet fee. Grab a Mai Tai and let your pup run the waterfront boardwalk after dinner.
Oceana Coastal Kitchen
3999 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109
858.488.1081
Oceana: Breakfast M–F, 7–11:30 a.m. | Lunch M–F, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m. | Weekend Brunch Sa–Su, 7 a.m.–3 p.m. | Dinner Daily, 5:30–10 p.m.
Moray’s: Daily, 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. (drinks until midnight)
4. The Original OG of Pacific Beach
Step onto the open-air patio at The Duck Dive and you’ll understand why it’s been a Pacific Beach institution since 2012. Sitting 120 steps from the ocean, this surf-inspired neighborhood lounge blends a casual, wavelike vibe with a menu that punches above dive-bar expectations. Weekend brunch is the move. The bottomless mimosas, a turkey and bacon Benny and duck fat fries all deserve their own fan club. Come back for Taco Tuesday for $7 house margaritas and the full food menu from 6 p.m. until close. Your pup parks in the sunshine while you decide between another round and the chicken adobo tacos. Spoiler: order both.
The Duck Dive
4650 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109
858.273.3825
M–Th, 10 a.m.–11 p.m.; F, 10 a.m.–midnight; Sa, 9 a.m.–midnight; Su, 9 a.m.–11 p.m.
Gaslamp Quarter & East Village
5. The Barkyard at the Ballpark
Downtown San Diego offers something truly one of a kind: watching the Padres from a turf-covered, backyard-style suite with your dog. The Barkyard presented by Petco at Petco Park sits in left-center field and features five semi-private, dog-friendly viewing areas, each with four seats for humans and space for two dogs, plus umbrellas for shade and pet-safe artificial turf designed not to retain heat. Enter through the Gaslamp Gate on 7th Avenue, where a Padres Guest Service Representative will check you in. A watering station is set up near check-in for your pup. The Barkyard is available as a 10-game membership package through the Padres ticket portal. Check the schedule and book early because these go fast.
Petco Park – The Barkyard
100 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
619.795.5555
6. Good Vibes on the Gaslamp
Happy Does Bar is a retro indoor-outdoor watering hole right in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. The patio is sunny, the energy is throwback-good and the Jumbo Chicky Tendies are addictive. Catch a Padres pregame, stay for karaoke Thursday through Saturday at 8:30 p.m. or let the DJ soundtrack your evening at Club Happy on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 9 p.m. after Padres home games. The Game Hall is stocked with ping pong, cornhole, giant Jenga, foosball, darts, Connect 4, bubble hockey and more, all with free cover and free games. Happy hour runs Thursday and Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. Your dog is welcome on the sunny patio, and the Smash Diego Burger is a reasonable excuse to stay for another round.
Happy Does Bar
340 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
619.877.1880
Th–F, 3 p.m.–2 a.m.; Sa, 11 a.m.–2 a.m.; Su, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.
7. Bay Views and No Pretense
Inside the Hilton San Diego Bayfront, Hudson & Nash does downtown patio dining right: sweeping bay views, a menu that leans coastal California without overthinking it and a shady spot made for your pup. Breakfast brings Hudson Blueberry Pancakes and chilaquiles. Lunch and dinner shift into a So-Cal Turkey Club, cider-brined pork and the citrusy Balboa Botanical cocktail. Post up with a Margarita Sandia and let the dog claim the breeze while sailboats drift across the bay behind you. That is peak San Diego energy, no argument.
Hudson & Nash
1 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
619.321.4236
Breakfast: Daily, 6:30–11 a.m. | Lunch: Daily, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | Dinner: Daily, 5–10 p.m.
8. Rooftop Skyline, Dogs Welcome
Perched on the fifth-floor terrace of the SpringHill Suites San Diego Downtown/Bayfront, Harbor & Sky earns its name with sweeping views of the bay and city skyline. The vibe is laid-back with artisan small plates and a SoCal twist, including fish ceviche, Baja fish tacos, flatbreads and a full cocktail menu featuring the Lavender Juniper Spritz and Port Paloma. Dogs are welcome up here, and the rooftop even offers a special dog menu for the four-legged guests. Come for happy hour and stay until the lights of the city outshine the sunset.
Harbor & Sky
900 Bayfront Ct
San Diego, CA 92101
619.831.0224
Su–Th, noon–10 p.m.; F–Sa, noon–11 p.m.
Little Italy & Midway
9. Brunch Below the Piazza Lights
Morning Glory is the kind of brunch spot that makes you want to move to Little Italy just so you can be a regular. The design-forward diner overlooks the central piazza and serves soufflé pancakes, over-the-top cocktails and weekend energy that starts early and stays loud. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio while you wait for a table, and there is almost always a wait. Morning Glory primarily operates as a walk-in, with a waitlist through OpenTable that texts you when your table is ready. A limited number of reservations open for the last seating on Saturday and Sunday from 2:45 to 3:15 p.m. Arrive early, put your name in and take a slow stroll through Little Italy with your pup. Consider this the best possible use of a Saturday morning.
Morning Glory
550 W Date St
San Diego, CA 92101
619.629.0302
M–F, 8 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sa–Su, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
10. Kiwi Charm, Three Patios, Dogs Always Welcome
Tucked into a whimsical 1905 Craftsman cottage in Little Italy, Queenstown Public House is a neighborhood institution. And all three patios are dog-friendly, complete with treats at the front gate and water bowls on request. The New Zealand-inspired menu swings from grass-fed burgers and lamb hash to fish and chips and a rotating selection of local San Diego craft beers. Weekend brunch brings blood orange mimosas and a crowd that stays into the afternoon. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. with $10 deals on beers, wine, sangria and bites. Dogs are welcome on the lawn and patios, essentially everywhere except inside, which is the right call when the weather’s this good.
Queenstown Public House
1557 Columbia St
San Diego, CA 92101
619.546.0444
M–Th, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. & 3 p.m.–close; F, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. & 3 p.m.–close; Sa–Su, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. & 3 p.m.–close
11. Plants, Coffee and Pure Midway Calm
Selva Coffee House operates inside Terra Bella Nursery, which means your coffee arrives under a canopy of palms, pothos and flowering plants while the noise of the city fades completely. The full espresso and coffee bar has something for everyone, with creative seasonal matcha drinks drawing a devoted following. Leashed dogs are welcome and feel right at home among the greenery. Stay for a slow lap through the plants, pick something leafy up for your apartment and let your pup do the sniffing they deserve. On Fridays and Saturdays, Selva Nights keeps the garden glowing later with live DJs, mocktails and jungle lights until 11 p.m. It’s the reset you didn’t know you needed. A second location is also open in Del Mar.
Selva Coffee House
3535 Camino Del Rio W
San Diego, CA 92110
619.955.5757
M–Th, 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; Su, 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; F–Sa, 6 a.m.–11 p.m.
Marina District
12. Dock-Side with a Side of Coastal Indulgence
Sitting on the marina at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, Sally’s Waterfront Dining has a dog-friendly patio with some of the best bay views in all of downtown. The menu leans coastal California with Baja inflections. Expect jumbo lump crab cakes, lobster rolls, mahi Baja tacos and a Deconstructed Cobb Salad with pancetta, avocado, blue cheese and your choice of protein. Dogs are welcome on the patio and get their own menu with treats like pupcakes, salmon and chicken and rice. Every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m., the Sunset Salute brings acoustic music and half off desserts as the sun drops over the harbor. Weekend brunch runs Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with morning light on the water and mimosas included. It’s the kind of spot you come to once and immediately plan your return.
Sally’s Waterfront Dining
1 Market Pl
San Diego, CA 92101
619.358.6740
Daily, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Bay Park
13. Four Concepts, One Very Good Patio
The Gärten in Bay Park is a communal outdoor playground where four independent concepts share a single leafy patio. The result is one of the most fun multi-hour hangouts in the city. Deft Brewing pours award-winning European-inspired beers spanning German, Belgian and British styles, Lost Cause Meadery crafts creative honey-based drinks, Oddish Wine brings vibrant minimal-intervention pours and Pizza Cassette feeds everyone with wood-fired pies. Build your own progressive tasting: a pint here, a glass of naturally sparkling wine there and a hot honey slice to seal the deal. Live music runs weekly with open mic Wednesdays at 6 p.m., bands Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sunday sets at 5:30 p.m. Leash up your co-pilot and find a table under the string lights.
The Gärten
5322 Banks St
San Diego, CA 92110
No phone number listed
M–Th, 3–9 p.m.; F–Sa, noon–9 p.m.; Su, noon–8 p.m.
Hillcrest, Point Loma & Encinitas
14. Margaritas, Birria and Your Pup’s Favorite Patio
With urban Mexican-style plates, a serious tequila and mezcal program and dog-friendly patios across four locations, Cocina de Barrio hits the trifecta every time. Start with the mango-habanero aguachile, then move on to tacos de birria that are worth every drop of consommé. Pair it with a high-quality margarita made from something worth tasting, and you have a very good afternoon. Hillcrest, Point Loma, Encinitas and North Park are all in play, so there’s always a Cocina close by.
Cocina de Barrio
Multiple locations:
Hillcrest
3707 Fifth Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
619.677.2770
Tu–Sa, 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.; closed Monday
Point Loma
3924 W Point Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
619.222.6600
M–Sa, 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Encinitas
967 S Coast Hwy 101, Suite 101
Encinitas, CA 92024
760.704.8625
M–Th, 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; F–Sa, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
North Park
2884 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92104
619.432.1704
M–Sa, 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. (hours may vary; verify with location)
North Park & Mission Valley
15. Chef-Driven Comfort and a Dog Menu Too
Encontro North Park is a family-owned neighborhood restaurant that has earned a loyal following in the heart of North Park, rooted equally in community and craft. Chef-owner Jason Hotchkiss runs a kitchen built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and the dog-friendly patio comes with a dedicated dog menu for your pup. The bread arrives warm and house-made using a classic recipe from Pat & Oscar’s, and the Cardiff Crack Sando is built around the legendary burgundy pepper tri tip from Seaside Market in Cardiff-by-the-Sea.
The nickname isn’t marketing; it’s earned. Other standouts include the wild boar burger with melted blue cheese and green apple, truffle tots, 24 rotating craft taps and the warm Brussels sprout salad that keeps regulars coming back. The open-air design keeps things breezy and social. Happy hour and weekday tapas specials run Monday through Friday from 2:30 to 5 p.m. with $7 tapas and $7 Watermelon Tajin Soju shots. Your dog gets their own menu, and you get one of the best patios in the neighborhood.
Encontro North Park
3001 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103
619.291.1220
M–Th, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; F, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sa, 10 a.m.–10 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–9 p.m.
16. Brewpub Vibes, Big Patio, Pups Welcome
Gravity Heights Mission Valley brings 6,000 square feet of Tulum-meets-craft-beer energy, and the 2,300-square-foot dog-friendly patio is where you want to be. The patio runs year-round with shade in summer and heaters when the fog rolls in. The brewery runs a rotating list of 20 beers led by legendary local brewmaster Skip Virgilio, and the food program is built by culinary director Chef Ryan Johnston of Whisknladle and Catania fame. Expect New Haven-style pizzas from the gas-fired oven, lemon chicken kale salad, brisket hash and rotating seasonal dishes alongside craft cocktails and thoughtful non-alcoholic options taken just as seriously as the tanks. Daily happy hour runs 3 to 6 p.m. Bring the pups and find a table in the garden.
Gravity Heights Mission Valley
525 Camino de la Reina 101
San Diego, CA 92108
619.539.7833
M–Th, 11:30 a.m.–8 p.m.; F, 11:30 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Sa, 10 a.m.–8:30 p.m.; Su, 10 a.m.–8 p.m.
17. The Lodge Where Dogs Eat Like Champions
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar features warm, rustic lodge vibes and a menu that spans from wok-fired bowls to handcrafted burgers. The dog menu offers your pup a grilled hamburger patty or chicken breast with brown rice and veggies, served at the table just like the humans. The Mission Valley location has a dog-friendly patio perfect for lingering, and the bar pours house-brewed beer and seasonally inspired cocktails. The Ankle Buster Blonde is clean, refreshing and 4.8% ABV, a solid patio companion. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. and Sunday through Thursday from 9 p.m. to midnight.
This August, Lazy Dog is going the extra mile: from August 24 to 27, the restaurant will donate $1 to Pet Partners for every Dog Meal ordered in-restaurant, supporting therapy animal teams who bring comfort to hospitals, schools and senior centers. Guests who order a Dog Meal that week will also receive a card for a complimentary Dog Meal on a future visit with an entrée purchase, and on August 26, the first 50 dogs on the patio at each location will score a free Lazy Dog bandana while supplies last. It’s reliably good, unfailingly welcoming and exactly the right call after a long walk.
Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
1202 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108
619.481.6191
M–F, 11 a.m.–midnight; Sa–Su, 10 a.m.–midnight
Embarcadero & Point Loma
18. Harbor Views, Cold Lagers and a Waterfront Biergarten
All outdoor seating, all the time. That’s the vibe at Eppig Brewing’s Waterfront Biergarten on Shelter Island. Think panoramic views of America’s Cup Harbor, award-winning craft lagers and ales brewed by a family whose history dates to 1866, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes two hours feel like 20 minutes. Dogs are welcome on the patio, so they can lounge happily in the sun while seals bob in the water nearby. Food comes from a rotating lineup of trucks and pop-ups throughout the week, so check Instagram before you go to see who’s serving. Parking is nearby at the corner of Shelter Island Drive and Anchorage Lane, with metered spots (quarters only) and free parking in the back.
Eppig Brewing Waterfront Biergarten
2817 Dickens St
San Diego, CA 92106
619.756.6825
M–F, noon–9 p.m.; Sa–Su, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Coronado
19. Island Time at the Del
There are views, and then there are Hotel del Coronado views. The Sun Deck Bar & Grill delivers both, perched above Coronado Beach with fire pits, cushy lounge chairs and sweeping Pacific panoramas. Craft cocktails, coastal plates and a Sun Deck Lemonade make the afternoon feel infinite. Live music runs Friday through Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. Dogs are welcome on the patio with fresh water on hand, so bring your pup and claim the best seat on the island. Walk-ins only, and guests arriving with dogs will need to sign a pet waiver. This is the kind of place that turns a Tuesday into a story worth telling.
Sun Deck Bar & Grill
1500 Orange Ave
Coronado, CA 92118
619.435.6611
Su–Th, 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; F–Sa, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.
Cardiff & Oceanside
20. Boho-Chic Vibes in Cardiff-by-the-Sea
The Waverly brings boho-chic design to a dog-friendly Cardiff setting. Think soft pastels, botanical art, open-air seating and progressive American dishes that run from grilled shrimp Caesar salads to duck meatballs. The specialty cocktail list earns its own attention, and the patio is the kind of Instagram moment that looks effortless. Bring your pup, bring your camera, bring your appetite and make sure Fido is on their best behavior. This place is too pretty for leash drama.
The Waverly
2005 San Elijo Ave
Cardiff, CA 92007
760.230.1682
M, 5–9:30 p.m.; T–Th, 11 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; F, 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sa, 9 a.m.–10 p.m.; Su, 9 a.m.–9:30 p.m.; bar daily until midnight
21. The Collective Has Your Morning and Your Evening
Tremont Collective is Oceanside’s creative campus: a converted warehouse space that makes retail, coffee, craft beer, wine and fish tacos feel like one long, very good afternoon. Start with a pour-over at Communal Coffee while your dog claims the patio and you browse the Brixton display. The outdoor communal space is dog-friendly throughout, so your pup can tag along for the full loop. Shop the boutique wine selection at Bueno Wine & Goods, then circle back to Shoots for poke and tacos as the light shifts. Regular events including markets and live music run year-round. Come for the coffee, stay for the vibes.
Note: The property was sold in 2025. Individual tenants appear to remain active as of July 2026, but confirm with each business before visiting.
Tremont Collective
602 S Tremont St
Oceanside, CA 92054
Visit website for hours
North County: Carlsbad
22. BBQ, Beers and Rooftop Views in the Village
Park 101 offers a multi-level, dog-friendly venue one block from the beach in Carlsbad Village. The smokehouse menu comes loaded with wood-smoked brisket, St. Louis ribs and pulled pork, served on a tray with pickles, bread and sauce. The bar pours local craft beers on draft alongside signature cocktails and frozen margaritas. The rooftop deck has views worth lingering over, and the open-air courtyard anchors a massive LED wall for game day. Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays brings smoked tri-tip chilaquiles and Rodeo Tower mimosas. Live music runs weekly, and families, dogs and Padres fans all find their table here. This is North County done right.
Park 101
3040 Carlsbad Blvd
Carlsbad, CA 92008
858.408.6948
Su–Th, 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; F–Sa, 11 a.m.–midnight
23. Five-Star Resort, Dog-Friendly Patio
At Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, VUE brings the dog-friendly patio with views over the rolling golf course fairways to match. There’s outdoor patio seating, an outdoor fire pit and a Baja-California coastal menu that covers brunch and dinner with California flair. Brunch highlights include the coconut cream-stuffed brioche French toast with charred pineapple and mango relish. Pups are welcome on all restaurant patios as long as they’re leashed, and treats and bowls are available on request. With 100 acres of grassy grounds, post-dinner walks practically plan themselves.
VUE Restaurant
2100 Costa Del Mar Rd
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760.931.7520
Brunch daily, 7 a.m.–2 p.m.; Dinner M and Th–Su, 5–9 p.m.
24. Shorehouse Kitchen: Brunch Is for the Whole Family
Shorehouse Kitchen is a brunch destination with an actual doggie menu, not just a bowl of water. The Brunch Bark Bowl comes with free-range scrambled eggs and honey-cured bacon, the California K-9 features grilled chicken breast and scrambled egg whites with organic spinach, and Fido’s Finest (served after 11 a.m.) includes a seared grass-fed beef patty topped with roasted turkey and bacon bits. The humans aren’t forgotten: cornmeal pancakes with lemon and blueberries, pork carnitas chilaquiles and lattes that justify the wait. The only house rule is the All Four on Floor Policy, which is eminently reasonable. Fetch a sunny table and let your co-pilot handle the fallen hash brown situation.
Shorehouse Kitchen
2833 State St
Carlsbad, CA 92008
760.720.3300
M–Th, 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.; F–Su, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.
La Jolla
25. Benedict by the Cove, Dog in the Breeze
With ocean air, a fire pit and a patio built for long, slow brunches, Cody’s La Jolla is what you and your dog deserve on a Sunday morning. The crab cake Benedict is the one everyone mentions first, but the challah French toast with candied walnuts and strawberries is quietly competing for the title. Add biscuits and gravy, omelets and a Pomegranate Mimosa to round out the meal. La Jolla Cove is a short stroll away, so brunch here practically plans the rest of your morning for you.
Cody’s La Jolla
1025 Prospect St Ste 210
La Jolla, CA 92037
858.459.0040
M–Th, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.; F, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sa–Su, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
26. Beachfront Dining With Your Feet in the Sand
The Shores Restaurant at La Jolla Shores Hotel sits on an open-air patio just steps from the sand. With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Pacific, every meal feels like a special occasion. The California coastal menu covers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with fresh seafood, fish tacos and a solid kids’ menu keeping every table happy. It’s open to the public and openly dog-friendly on the outdoor patio. Post-meal, stroll the beach with your pup and call it a perfect La Jolla afternoon.
Note: Club Dining, the Walnut Lounge and Beach Hut at the LJBTC main property are reserved for members and hotel guests, but The Shores is available to all.
The Shores Restaurant
8110 Camino del Oro
La Jolla, CA 92037
855.923.8058
Daily, 7 a.m.–9 p.m.
27. Fire Pits, Golf Views and Paws on the Patio
The Grill at Torrey Pines at the Lodge at Torrey Pines brings wood-fired dishes, local craft beers and a patio wrapped in fire pits and daily sunset views. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor tables, and guests praise the patio as the ideal landing spot after a round of golf or a hike through the state reserve. The menu covers breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner, with salads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood and steak covering the full range of elevated comfort food. The Lodge welcomes dogs up to 50 lbs with a $75-per-stay pet fee, and a grassy relief area is nearby. This is five-diamond service with leash hooks.
The Grill at Torrey Pines
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
858.777.6641
Breakfast M–F, 6:30–11 a.m.; Lunch M–F, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Weekend Brunch, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.; Dinner daily, 5–10 p.m.; Grill Bar daily, 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Q&A
Q: Are there dog-friendly restaurants in San Diego that also have a dog menu?
A: Yes. Several San Diego spots go above and beyond with dedicated dog menus. Mavericks Beach Club offers a Mutt Menu with chicken, beef and mahi mahi options, Shorehouse Kitchen serves the Brunch Bark Bowl and California K-9 plate, Lazy Dog serves grilled burger patties and chicken with brown rice and veggies, Encontro North Park has a dedicated dog menu on its patio, and The Waverly in Cardiff offers a full pups menu with items made just for your dog.
Q: Can I bring my dog to a restaurant patio in San Diego?
A: Absolutely. San Diego County allows dogs on outdoor restaurant patios as long as they’re leashed and well-behaved, per county health guidelines. Many restaurants in neighborhoods like Pacific Beach, Little Italy, North Park and La Jolla are specifically set up for dogs, with water bowls, shaded seating and pet menus.
Q: What are the best dog-friendly brunch spots in San Diego?
A: Top picks for dog-friendly brunch include Shorehouse Kitchen (dedicated dog menu, Carlsbad Village), The Duck Dive in Pacific Beach (bottomless mimosas, patio steps from the ocean), Queenstown Public House in Little Italy (New Zealand-inspired with three dog-friendly patios), Morning Glory in Little Italy (soufflé pancakes, walk-ins only) and Cody’s La Jolla (crab cake Benedict with a cove view).
Q: Are dogs allowed at Petco Park in San Diego?
A: Yes. The San Diego Padres offer the Barkyard in left-center field for selected home games, available through a membership package. The space features pet-friendly turf, shade and accommodations for dogs and their owners. Vaccination records are required, and spots sell out quickly, so check the Padres ticket portal early.
Q: What are the best dog-friendly brewery patios in San Diego?
A: Great options include Eppig Brewing’s Waterfront Biergarten on Shelter Island (harbor views, all outdoor seating), Gravity Heights Mission Valley (2,300-square-foot dog-friendly patio, year-round with shade and heaters) and The Gärten in Bay Park (Deft Brewing, Lost Cause Meadery, Oddish Wine and Pizza Cassette in one communal garden). For a broader outdoor gathering with coffee, wine and food alongside retail, Tremont Collective in Oceanside is worth the drive.
