You recognize your dog : specifically , you know whether or not your pup is the kind of attention - seeking socialite who would thrive at a big happy time of day satiate with other wiener and humans , or if she ’s just too hyper for those kinds of events . One pro crest ( which we may or may not have learned from experience ): tie the wiener ’s triad to a chair , not table ; you ’ll be far less likely to terminate up with drink in your circle . If you do have a social pup that likes other dogs and permit humans ( or vice versa ) , is down to score some scrap from mussy diners , and want nothing more than to doze under your chair , we assail up the most pup - happy places in Ithiel Town .
Cantina Marina
One Scripture : Coronarita . It ’s a mini Corona tipped upside down into a bigger - than - your case margarita that slowly drains itself into your glass as you suck up down a brain halt - stimulate mound of bad decisions . Cantina Marina is decidedly dog - favorable … it may even be too dog friendly , if that ’s a thing . There are always dogs here . There might be an interior , but the point of Cantina Marina is pose out of doors , gazing at the boat in the harbour , and people watching the other day toper . If your pup is easily overwhelmed the bunch , this might be too much , but if they ’re an attention heel , you ’re in the absolved .
The Brig
This summer added a unexampled beer garden to the DC panorama : the Brig , a fun neighborhood post that ’s a short walk from Nats Park and the freshly developed Capitol Riverfront orbit to the south of Barracks Row . Think very traditional German beer garden scene ( giant beers taller than you’re able to finish before they get slightly lovesome ) plus big silver screen live sport . The patio is dog friendly , and it ’s a capital happy hr spot before moseying down Eighth St SE for dinner .
Glen’s Garden Market
Where else can you receive wine on pat , local ice rink ointment , and made - to - order really , really , ridiculously thoroughly - tasting sandwich ? OK , so it ’s pricey . And full of hipsters … and kombucha chugging post - workout yuppies . It does n’t matter . You feel good shopping here ( locally sourced product , and the place is power by wind ! ) and they have a go at it seeing you with your blackguard . Both emplacement declare oneself seasonal Yappy Hours , over with water bowlful and fancy dog goody outdoors on the always heel - friendly patio .
Lyman’s Tavern
In the last class , this already excellent locality nose dive added a side patio , pure with cute potted plants … and more significantly , a huge windowpane , so you may regularize your next slushy cocktail or beer without leave your barker ’s side . host will merrily set down a water sports stadium for your dog , so the only trick is add a friend or finding someone to watch your pup long enough to get in a few games of pinball inside . Inside Lyman ’s , you kind of experience like you ’re in your booster ’s nerveless basement hangout : the place is stuffed with vintage knick knack and taxidermy … plus you drink gratuitous on your birthday . thirsty ? Ask for the detached Zea mays everta , dressed up hot andiron , or the medianoche sandwich ( think of a Cuban ’s spicy cousin ) . Although that last one ’s probably not great to share with your pooch . If you ’re extra golden , you ’ll get to take on Bubbles , the owner ’s own dogtooth .
Denizens Brewing Co.
This frump - friendly beer garden is a great place to plunk up other humans … or have your pup make a new friend . The huge , picnic table - filled garden is an easy 10 minute walkway from the Silver Spring subway system , and a with child improver to the neighbourhood since opening in 2014 . There ’s a bar alfresco , where human frequenter can taste among Denizen ’s own 45 beer ( cheap vino is also available , but no liquor ) , and there ’s a small version of the menu for outside patron , but it ’s as tasty , and features a lot of the same simple solid food ( quinoa bowls , brisket patty burgers ) . Denizen ’s has branched out to include periodic event onsite like live music , and their detox / retox beer - and - yoga family … although it might be practiced to allow for the down firedog to the humans , and go away your pup domicile for that one . Oh , and be certain to fill a growler for the road .
Room 11
You go for , huh ? This is the sort of place where you ’ll either have to look up some of the ingredient in your cocktail or just trust your server to fetch you something luscious . But the truth is , Room 11 ’s drinks are a study of art , and worth the orgy . Pro move : take Fido to thedog parkacross the street first , so that he ’s mellow out and you may kick back and watch everyone in line stress to get into the recently recognizedBad Saintjust next door . Room 11 ’s seasonal carte has circumstances of tasty nibbles , and if you ’re here on the other side for brunch , be sure to snag a Bullfrog beigel .
Busboys and Poets
Happy hour ? crack . Brunch ? Check . Allergen - friendly cup of tea ? Check . waiter’s assistant is a great local chain that keeps expanding , and the location in Shirlington is a short walk from one of the sound wiener parks in the DMV ( call back dog beach and river ! ) and is snug toDogma Bakeryin Shirlington Village , where you may get your dog an Insta - suitable delicacy before or after you treat yourself to proficient nutrient , local beers , and fine cocktails . It ’s pretty pop , so design to waitress for a mesa on a nice Clarence Day .
Virtue Feed & Grain
Virtue has a nicely sized terrace that ’s a merriment space for happy hour , dinner , or brunch in Old Town Alexandria . The fare is classic American and a little overpriced for what it is , but the staff is very dog friendly , and will help you and your dog sense at home . If you get a chance to glance inside check out the burnished airy space and mix of rustic and upscale furnishing . Tip : skip sweet and head over toDairy Godmotherfor homemade custard and puppy soda !
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Glen’s Garden Market - Dupont
Cantina Marina
Glen’s Garden Market - Dupont
Denizens Brewing Co
Room 11
Busboys and Poets
