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Poor Red’s BBQ | El Dorado

Poor Red’s has been a staple in El Dorado since the 1940s, when the previous owner won it in a dice game. It’s been dog-friendly ever since, and the rumor has it the owner’s dog once ran for office, but lost. Since then, it became renowned for its famous barbecue, as well as its signature cocktail, the Golden Cadillac.

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High-Hand Café | Loomis

With a focus on farm-fresh, locally-grown ingredients, High-Hand Café in Loomis is a great spot to enjoy a delicious meal. Adjacent to a nursery, it also has lovely landscaping on its pleasant outdoor patio. The menu focuses on salads, sandwiches and pizzas, and they have a large selection of local beer and wine as well.

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The Shack | East Sacramento

This casual joint in East Sacramento has been serving up diner-style fare since the 1930s! The dog-friendly patio has tropical landscaping and water dishes for your furry friends, while the menu offers casual American food like burgers and hot dogs. Plus, the extensive beer list serves drafts from around the globe.

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Pangaea Bier Café | Curtis Park

This popular neighborhood spot in Curtis Park is known for its dog-friendliness, and its outdoor patio is large enough to accommodate even the biggest pooch. They have an extensive beer list and specialize in gourmet comfort food, like their famous house burger, which has won the top prize in the Sacramento Burger Battle.

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Sweetie Pie’s | Placerville

Located in a historic home in downtown Placerville, Sweetie Pie’s is a good bet for those looking for a hearty breakfast or lunch. They specialize in omelets and scrambles, and have an on-site bakery that turns out decadent cinnamon rolls, pies, cakes and other baked goods. Plus, their charming patio welcomes dogs!

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Burgers & Brew | Davis, West Sacramento & Downtown

With locations in Davis, West Sacramento and Downtown, Burgers & Brew caters to the dog-loving crowd with their welcoming outdoor patios and casual vibe. Unsurprising, the menu focuses on burgers, with beef, buffalo, lamb and turkey available, plus a variety of creative toppings. They also pour a wide selection of craft brews.

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Cafeteria 15L | Downtown

This sleek downtown eatery not only has sharp interior design, but its outdoor design is modern and upscale as well! Comfy seating, fire pits and lush greenery make it an inviting oasis — one that welcomes your four-legged friend. Menu options run the gamut and feature upscale comfort food like truffle tots, braised short ribs and grilled ham and cheese, plus artisan cocktails.

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Savory Café | Woodland

This farm-to-table eatery in Woodland is all about locally-grown, seasonal ingredients. Their breakfast and lunch menus feature a wide variety of dishes, from waffles and sandwiches to pasta and salads. The quaint outdoor patio welcomes dogs.

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Piatti | Arden Arcade

Not only does Piatti in the Arden Arcade area welcome dogs, they also provide water bowls and house-made treats! The Italian-inspired menu features pizza and pasta (all of it made from scratch in-house), as well as entrees like salmon and filet mignon. They also have a selection of mostly-Californian wines, and have live music on weekend evenings.

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Monkey Cat | Auburn

Another spot that offers treats for dogs, Monkey Cat in Auburn has a quaint patio with tropical décor. The upscale menu is casual but elevated, with dishes like soy ginger ribs, steak tacos, scallop risotto and chicken cordon bleu. They also offer fruity cocktails and local wine.

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