Do you even want to go out if you can’t have your four-legged friend in tow? We didn’t think so. Here’s a rundown of some places and events around town that welcome both people and pups.
Craft Beer and Coffee
What’s better than sipping on an local brew? Doing so outside in the sunshine in the company of man’s best friend. Whether it's coffee or craft beer in your glass, you and your pup are welcome.
Many of our local breweries are equipped with such outdoor spaces, so spend some time together at Steel Hands, Columbia Craft, and Hunter-Gatherer at The Curtiss-Wright Hangar among others. Special shoutout to Craft and Draft, who invite dogs to roam around inside, as well as outside, and Jake’s on Devine, who host special “Yappy Hours” every Tuesday and Thursday evenings in addition to always being pet-friendly.
Or, get your caffeine fix with your canine by your side at Drip in Five Points or Curiosity Coffee Bar.
Dog-Friendly Patios
Not only does Publico in Five Points allow you to bring your dog on the back patio, but they also offer a special Puppy Plates Menu for them to enjoy. The menu is broken down into Starters, Mains and Sweets and then into different sizes (Taco, Burrito or Whole Enchilada), depending on the size of your dog.
You can also dine with your pooch present on the patio areas of Café Strudel, Za’s on Devine, Henry’s, and The War Mouth, just to name a few.
It’s never too early for Sangria! #SIPONTHAT #VIPMENU #PUBLICOTAP
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Dog Parks
Let your dog burn off some energy and socialize at a local, non-membership-based dog park! We recommend checking out Emily Douglas Dog Park, Lexington Paw Park and Dog Park at Sesquicentennial State Park, or the brand new dog park in the 20-acre public park in the BullStreet Neighborhood.
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Soda City Market
Saturdays are for the good boys, so take yours to Soda City Market, our weekly downtown farmers market, where you can stroll, shop and show off how cute your pup is to the adoring masses.
Mom….can I have some avocado toast, too? #RealColumbiaSC || (📷: @sirwinston.thedoodle)
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Mad Platter
Who says you need to have opposable thumbs to partake in some arts and crafts? Swing by Mad Platter and let your pet create a masterpiece of their own by way of either a plaster or paint paw print.
“Pup Cup” at Pelican’s Snoballs
Come spring and summer, one of the best ways to beat the heat is with a Pelican’s Snoball. Keep your little buddy top of mind and order them a “Pup Cup,” a peanut butter-flavored shaved ice topped with a dog treat.
“Stay!”
Rest up for the next big day of dog-friendly fun at one of these hotel properties in town: Graduate Columbia, Aloft Downtown, Embassy Suites, TownePlace Ft. Jackson, Aloft Harbison, Hyatt Harbison and Fairfield Northeast.
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