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Dog-Friendly RestaurantsBy Kira O’Donnell |
From June 2008
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Restaurant 55 Degrees If your canine buddy has a classy sense of style, trot on over to the patio at 55 Degrees, downtown’s bastion of fine French- and Belgian-inspired “new American cuisine.” This is some seriously scrumptious, upscale fare, from the kitchen’s ravishing roasted golden and red ruby baby beet salad, sprinkled with tiny, crunchy croutons, to the very popular mussels, cooked with Belgian white beer, applewood bacon and goat cheese. The name of the restaurant pays homage to a wine cellar’s optimal temperature, and there is a dizzying selection of wines from which to choose. However, the pup will have a saucer of water, thank you very much. 555 Capitol Mall, Sacramento, (916) 553-4100; www.restaurant55.com Rubicon Brewing Company Perhaps the most convivial and laid-back outdoor dining area you will find in Sacramento is the Rubicon Brewing Company’s patio, which is always thronged with smiling, chatty regulars clutching their favorite, frosty brew. Dogs will enjoy the ambience (and probably lots of belly rubs) as you plow through one of the brew pub’s hefty burgers (try the “Midtown Mess” burger, slathered with chili and cheddar cheese) or the gloriously greasy—and wickedly spicy—chicken wings (served with cool, soothing blue cheese dressing and crunchy carrot and celery sticks). Guzzle a mug of the brewmaster’s crisp, grainy Czech Pilsner or the soft, coffee-nuanced Rubicon stout, and you and the pooch are guaranteed a mellow, pleasant dining experience. 2004 Capitol Ave, Sacramento; (916) 448-7032; www.rubiconbrewing.com Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op The Co-op’s deli is full of yummy selections, from chicken pot pies and a plethora of salads to grilled chicken and big bowls of freshly made hummus. There’s also a great list of sandwiches and a hot-food section, where one can always find chunky stews, soups, pastas and side dishes. And don’t forget the desserts—the brownies are fabulous, as are the extra-big chocolate chip cookies and crusty scones. Grab some lunch for yourself and a doggie treat for your pal (in the bins at the front of the store) and settle down at an outdoor table for a tasty and companionable meal. 1900 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, (916) 736-6800; www.sacfoodcoop.com Buckhorn Grill Hankering for tri-tip? Head to Buckhorn Grill, where tri-tip (and lamb and charbroiled chicken) is king and your doggy will adore the table scraps. Located at the busy intersection of 18th and L streets, Buckhorn Grill is a casual dining spot where patrons line up and order at the cash register—a quick and easy transaction that will free you up to rejoin your pooch outside in a matter of moments. The mashed potatoes are delicious, and salads are also a wonderful choice: Try the popular “Winter’s Greens,” featuring feather-thin slices of apple, lightly candied walnuts and dried apricots. And make sure to slip a chunk or two of meat under the table for Fido. 1801 L St., Sacramento, (916) 448-9400; www.buckhorngrill.com Centro Cocina Mexicana Ever-popular Centro Cocina plates up some of the best regional Mexican food in Sacramento. Its patio fills quickly for both lunch and dinner, so arrive early to ensure a seat in the dog-friendly section of the restaurant. Don’t miss the kitchen’s first-rate guacamole, a creamy trough of goodness packed with white onions, tomatoes and Serrano chiles and sprinkled with salty cotija cheese. Or try the exotic, complex chicken mole. Centro offers up some fun people-watching opportunities, and your puppy dog will get lots of enthusiastic pats from margarita-sipping, corn chip-munching diners. 2730 J St., Sacramento, (916) 442-2552; www.centrococina.com Jim-Denny's According to the folks at Jim-Denny’s, their teeny burger joint is a regular dog haven. The outdoor patio isn’t fancy (think old plastic chairs and an up-close-and-personal view of busy 12th Street) but your canine companion is certainly welcome there, and the burgers are awesome. Tuck into a juicy Ortega cheeseburger or the eye-popping “Megaburger,” a 1-pound monster. (Remember to save a hunk of the patty for your furry pal.) If a burger isn’t your style, Jim-Denny’s makes a mean hot pastrami sandwich (on a French roll with melted Swiss cheese and brown mustard); and the tuna sandwich—perhaps marginally healthier than other menu items—arrives on wheat bread with avocado, lettuce, tomato and sunflower seeds. 816 12th St., Sacramento, (916) 443-9655; www.leaveyourteethathome.com advertisement
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Reader Comments:
I thought that according to OSHA that dogs were not allowed anywhere where food is served unless it is a service dog.
I think "not allowed" is limited to INSIDE a building. If you object, don't go to those restaurants that allow dogs outside.
I will specifically patronize the restaurants that are dog friendly, as it is good for them to socialize and be out in public. The dogs that cause problems in the community are those that are tied or locked up much of the time, and in the event they do get out then they don't know right from wrong, resulting in problems. But socialized dogs are great, I love to see them in public places and love to interact with them too. But it is also important for all owners to remember to carry clean-up bags!