69939 Fri Jun 03 13:55:48 -0700 2005 22 2 Los Angeles Area 0 381823 We always take the dog out to a patio-type joint for his birthday and get him a plain hamburger patty and a few special cookies from 3 Dog. Usually, we have to find a spot where the dog can sit with us outside and enjoy his patty, where the staff gives him plenty of petting, and where they understand odd dog owners (in LA, this is no problem.) We also like good food and libations for us. Finally, as few OTHER dogs as possible. My dog is terrified of dogs. Go figure. Where can we go? Does Zeke's allow dogs on the patio? So far, we've had luck at Lucky Baldwin's, The Gordon Beich in Burbank (no longer, I think we just found a really understanding wiatress), some place on 3rd in SM that raised eyebrows at us but went along, and a few places in Santa Barbera. Suggestions? He turns 8 on the 20th. Fri Jun 03 13:55:48 -0700 2005 0 Diana 1 381830 I'm not sure how far you're willing to go, but there's a restaurant in West Hollywood called Basix Cafe on Santa Monica Blvd. that has a small outdoor patio. The food is very good. I especially like their breakfast dishes and I've seen them allow dogs outside in that patio. That might be a place to check out. Thanks, Abby Fri Jun 03 14:05:13 -0700 2005 381823 0 AbbyMYPC 1 381832 For my dog's birthday, we spend some time at the Huntington Beach dog beach, then head up Golden West Ave. in HB to the Park Bench Cafe, which is on your right, in Huntington Beach Central Park. Tables are outside with umbrellas. For humans, it's breakfast and lunch food. For the dog, there's a special menu with hamburger patty, hot dog or a bowl of kibble and plently of water in the dog bowls provided. There do tend to be other dogs there, but the tables are fairly spread out so they aren't right on top of each other. Or for a really big birthday bash, drive up to Carmel for the weekend. Fri Jun 03 14:19:19 -0700 2005 381823 0 JurisDog 1 381833 Not a problem...we take our dog,w/o any problem,to a number of places: Urthe Coffee in BH Toast in WH Pain Quotidian in WH and BH Falafel King and others next to it in Westwood All the outdoor cafes in Downtown Palisades Take your pick and enjoy the bday Fri Jun 03 14:20:12 -0700 2005 381823 0 norman 1 381834 In the OC ,the place to go w/ your pooch is Madisons Cottage,a beautiful outdoor large garden spot w/ good food and dogs. Fri Jun 03 14:24:48 -0700 2005 381823 0 norman 1 381844 I wouldn't really call this a bday celebration spot, but there are always people with dogs outside at Abbot's Habit in Venice (corner of Abbot Kinney and California). It's a super casual beach dude type coffee shop place that serves sandwich fare for lunch(I love it). Fri Jun 03 15:01:44 -0700 2005 381823 0 Venizen 2 381890 Yes, but my problem is that I need a place that allow dogs, but is't SWAMPED with them. My dog is scared of dogs, he hates dogs. Therefore, being a dog, if confronted with one, he raises quite a ruckus. Best trained dog I've ever had, but thanks to a pomeranian and a JRT that attacked him as a puppy, he cannot stand dogs. If you "always" see dogs there, I can't go! Fri Jun 03 17:20:01 -0700 2005 381844 0 Diana 3 381943 Also, there's nowhere to sit at Abbot's Habit, just a bench that people lean on. Maybe one table. You can sit across the street at the Mexican restaurant with a dog. Have done so many times. I'm really mentioning this not for the original poster but for people reading this thread to get ideas of where to take their own dogs. Fri Jun 03 19:16:50 -0700 2005 381890 0 JurisDog 2 382544 Susina Bakery and Cafe has sidewalk seating and are dog lovers. The food is yummy and they bake their own dog biscuits too. I see dogs there on occasion, but not too many dogs being walked by the place. It's at Beverly east of La Brea (No burgers, but across the street at Lulus maybe). Tue Jun 07 05:30:58 -0700 2005 381844 0 Food Good 1 381861 If you can travel an hour or so to Orange County: There is a doggie store in Corona del Mar plaza where you can buy him furniture or clothes or homemade biscuits or . . .. Then, maybe stop at Crystal Cove Promenade about 5 miles south of there for a Starbucks Coffee. Pacific Whey Cafe is right next door and Trader Joe's is at the south end of that parking lot. http://www.shoptheirvinecompany.com/xqs-asp-id_40-xqe-neigh_Centers.htm Then see if he likes it at Crystal Cove Beach across the street (enjoy the view), and opt for lunch at Madison Square Garden and Cafe in north Laguna Beach not far from there where he might be able to sit on his own metal bench in the front yard while you enjoy lunch at the table next to it and the roses and kangaroo paw plants (they look kind of like closed fox gloves, but smaller, and are purple) http://www.madisonsquare.com/ Maybe walk along Heisler Park after that (that's across Coast Highway at Cliff Drive traffic signal and past Las Brisas). Lots of grass there, too! Then, possibly have dinner in a guest room at the Aliso Creek Inn (kind of 70'[s retro!). All rooms have a kitchen and many have a backyard. And, there are pretty good burgers at the Canyon Lodge American Grill (and other good dishes) there, too. (Just don't ask the bartender for a Jim's special for your dog.) http://www.alisocreekinn.com/ Then, in the morning, walk down that long and rocky road from your room to the Aliso Beach (1/10th of a mile). Walk up the water's edge until you see the Studio. http://www.montagelagunabeach.com/dining/dca_studio.html Then walk up the stairs, turn left, walk past white rock roses and aloe plants along the cliff sidewalk back toward Treasure Island Park. Cross the street at Wessely Drive (sp?) and head on back to check out. Fun factor will rate a lot higher than crowd factor. Though you might walk into a few leashes on the Montage cliffside sidewalk! One guy walks five of his dogs at one time on that sidewalk. Better parking along Cliff Drive during the week than on weekends, though. Link: http://www.shoptheirvinecompany.com/xqs-asp-id_4-xqe-neigh_Centers.htm Fri Jun 03 16:00:54 -0700 2005 381823 0 kc girl 2 381866 Oooops, that's turn RIGHT at the top of the stairs toward Treasure Island Park. Not toward the Desi and Lucy tree, but toward the sea lady statue. Fri Jun 03 16:11:38 -0700 2005 381861 0 kc girl 1 381912 Julienne, in San Marino, on Mission between Los Robles and El Molino. Link: http://www.juliennetogo.com/ Fri Jun 03 18:15:11 -0700 2005 381823 0 Hailyn 1 381915 Zeke's in Montrose is dog-friendly and will serve him a bowl of water. You might see other dogs walking by, though. Fri Jun 03 18:30:50 -0700 2005 381823 0 gnarlex 1 381936 I see the problem with going to a dog friendly place and not wanting other dogs around. My pooch had 2 wonderful Saturdays in Redondo Beach. We enjoyed fresh boiled crab and shrimp from Captain Kidds while he sat in the car in the adjacent parking lot and got a nose full of wonderfull smells. Then we packed up the leftovers in a ziploc and took a walk around the pier area with the pup (dogs not allowed on pier itself, but the adjacent area is cool)He loved the smells, the fishy treats, and slept really well that nite. Not any "dog" traffic around that area to speak of. Fri Jun 03 19:11:31 -0700 2005 381823 0 torty 1 381962 A number of the places on Second Street in Belmont Shore have outdoor patios on the street, and very often dogs are "seated" just outside the patio, adjacent to their owners' tables. Off the top of my head, this arrangement works at Babette's Feast, La Crepe, Bono's, Aroma di Roma, Coffee Bean, Open Sesame. I'm sure there are others I'm forgetting. Fri Jun 03 19:57:24 -0700 2005 381823 0 LBQT 2 381982 Not good enough. Why would I want to celebrate my dog's birhtday in a place that does't let him under or at the table? I get the feeling some people on here read the topic, but not the message! Fri Jun 03 21:15:31 -0700 2005 381962 0 Diana 3 382365 Most cities have health laws that prohibit animals, other than service animals, from entering restaurants. Having the dog with you but just outide a low wrought iron fence is a good alternative, IMHO. Most of those places are receptive to the idea and will help you out with a pan of water for the pooch. Mon Jun 06 13:49:08 -0700 2005 381982 0 LBQT 1 381974 Rick's Tavern on Main Street in Santa Monica is very dog-friendly. You can sit with the dog along the bar at the front window, or walk the dog right through the main area to a secluded patio in the back. It's a basic bar, but for bar food, it's surprisingly good. Waitresses are wonderful with dogs there. Actually, many places with tables along Main Street are pretty dog-friendly. For a full-fledged all-day outing, take him to the mile-long Dog Beach at Huntington Beach. The Park Bench Cafe is a lovely spot in a nearby park with lots of outdoor tables. They cater to dogs with a full-fledged menu of canine treats. There will definitely be other dogs there, but tables are well-spaced. Fri Jun 03 20:38:47 -0700 2005 381823 0 Lisa 1 382024 Git da pooch a boiger at Carney's on Ventura Bl in Studio City. He'll like chasing the pigeons on the patio outside the choo choo. Give im a hot dawggie for me. See ya Steve Link: http://www.hotdogspot.com Sat Jun 04 01:53:48 -0700 2005 381823 0 Steve Doggie-Dogg 1 382042 Of course my first recc is "tail o' the pup" Otherwise try Cafe Milan in PDR sometimes there are dogs but generally not and he can chase the birds by the lagoon. Just keep him away fromthe geese, they may hurt him. Sat Jun 04 12:30:14 -0700 2005 381823 0 Jimbo 1 382047 If you are in/near Fullerton, you can try Sidney's Cafe. It is a vegetarian restaraunt that is dog friendly. They also offer dog treats. You can sit at a table on the front sidewalk. I have been for breakfast early on a Sunday morning and it was not crowded. Link: http://www.sidneyscafe.com/ Sat Jun 04 12:54:44 -0700 2005 381823 0 Ron 1 382072 Head out to Malibu, and try: Malibu Sea Food on PCH just north of Pepperdine At Cross Creek, a little place called John's. In fact, all the places there that have outdoor seating allow dogs. Sat Jun 04 16:46:22 -0700 2005 381823 0 Cumin Being 1 382557 It doesn't sound like any of the suggestions meet all of your requirements. This one doesn't either, but how about Pat's Topanga Grill in Topanga Canyon? No bar but I think they have beer. No dogs allowed inside the restaurant, but on the patio they are more than welcome, there's even a giant watering device/bowl for communal use. Very good breakfasts and burgers (no dinner). The resident dog, Chin, is always there and usually on the weekend mornings there are 2-3 other dogs. Being Topanga, though, the dogs are laid back and sleep under the tables. Happy B'Day to the pooch! Tue Jun 07 11:13:27 -0700 2005 381823 0 TomSwift