Dog-Friendly Los Angeles

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From the archives: September 08, 2010

If there's one thing Angelenos love more than the prospect of fame and the perfect tan, it's our furry four-legged companions. Check out our guide to L.A.'s best dog-friendly hotels, cafes, shops and parks. Fido will thank you.

On this page:  Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Cafes, Dog-Friendly Shops, Dog-Friendly Parks and Recreation, Dog-Friendly Hotels.

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Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Cafes

  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Abbotts Habit
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    1401 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 (map)

    Enjoy a super-charged cup of coffee at this Abbot Kinney favorite while the pooch nibbles on specialty biscuits. It's a great spot for people- and pet-watching , too.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Cat N' Fiddle
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    6530 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 (map)

    Eat, drink and be merry at this dog-friendly British pub, where servers gladly provide a water bowl for the pooch, whether or not he's an English bulldog.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Toast Bakery Cafe Inc
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    8221 W Third St, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)

    It's more than just the prospect of sitting next to a famous face that has folks flocking to this sidewalk cafe. The dog-friendly joint also provides water bowls (and sometimes treats) for your four-legged friend.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fred's 62
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    1850 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)

    Los Feliz's famed 24-hour hangout brings in the crowds with its ginormous menu of irreverently-named dishes (Dime Bag, anyone?) and pooch-friendly sidewalk area, where a water bowl is always within range.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended Uncle Bill's Pancake House
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    1305 Highland Ave, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (map)

    Pancakes, proximity to the Pacific and a pooch-friendly patio. What could be better?

Dog-Friendly Shops

  1. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Catts & Doggs Pet Boutique
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    2833 Hyperion Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)

    Animal lovers with the love (and cash) to spare frequent this cute pet boutique. If you're shopping for a pet of your own, look in the front window for the list of animals up for adoption.

  2. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bark N' Bitches
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    505 N Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)

    On a street where almost every shop owner has a pooch for protection, this amiable Fairfax ode to man's best friend boasts the goods to reward them. You won't find much of that sissy stuff here, so stop by if you're with one of the big dogs.

  3. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Fifi & Romeo Boutique Inc
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    7282 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036 (map)

    Big dog fans beware: This froufrou boutique is strictly tiny canine territory. Cashmere sweaters and faux fur-trimmed wool coats are just a few of the decadent goods made for pint-sized pooches.

  4. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Healthy Spot
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    1110 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (map)

    It's all in the name: From organic and all-natural dog foods and treats to green pet products, this spacious Santa Monica spot extends the holistic lifestyle to pets, too.

Dog-Friendly Parks and Recreation

  1. 10 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Runyon Canyon Park
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    2001 N Fuller Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046 (map)

    Fido runs free at this wildly popular park for hikers and canines of all shapes and sizes. The 134-acre main drag is a wide path snaking along the canyon floor, gradually ascending to the scenic point called Cloud's Rest.

  2. 11 Griffith Park & Southern Railroad
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    4401 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (map)

    Take a hike along the scenic trails of Griffith Park and then gather the kids and dogs for this fun miniature train ride that's been a generational favorite since it first opened to the public in 1948.

  3. 12 Huntington Beach Best Friend Dog Park
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    Edwards St, Huntington Beach, CA 92605 (map)

    Life's a beach at this Surf City dog park, where you can take a stroll with your pooch along the waterline and let Rex run leash-free. There's even a Doggy Walk of Fame.

  4. 13 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Chateau Marmutt
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    8162 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048 (map)

    Drop the pup off for an hour, or a day, at this high-end doggie day care center. (Just keep in mind that your furry friend must be spayed or neutered. After all, dogs will be dogs.)

  5. 14 Westminster Off-Leash Dog Park
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    1234 Pacific Ave, Venice, CA 90291 (map)

    Winston can run like the wind at this Westside dog park that features absorbent wood chips, shady trees and picnic benches perfect for human socializing.

Dog-Friendly Hotels

  1. 15 3 Star Rating: Average Custom Hotel
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    8639 Lincoln Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045 (map)

    Looking for a boutique-y hotel experience but need to stay near the airport? Whether you're coming from or heading to LAX, this towering hotel is an urbane option for dog-loving city slickers. The one-time fee of $40 is good for any pooch weighing up to 40 pounds and includes special canine treats that come in handy for a case of the midnight munchies.

  2. 16 4 Star Rating: Recommended Loews Santa Monica
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    1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401 (map)

    Just a hop, fetch and a jump away from the ocean, this airy Santa Monica haven has a pet policy that's as laidback as its serene scene. For only $25 each, you can bring one or two of your four-legged friends--any size, no questions asked. Because humans aren't the only ones who deserve a beachside getaway.

  3. 17 3 Star Rating: Average Luxe Hotel Sunset Boulevard
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    11461 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049 (map)

    Hidden behind lush foliage where the 405 and Sunset meet, this under-the-radar pet-friendly oasis spans seven scenic acres. Each of the 161 guest rooms comes with all the amenities you'd expect from a place called Luxe, and pooches under 50 pounds are welcome to enjoy the digs for a $150 fee that's good for your entire stay.

  4. 18 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Raffles L'Ermitage Beverly Hills
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    9291 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (map)

    This tucked-away Beverly Hills hotel is where Hollywood's power players lunch, lounge and, of course, move and shake--and it's also where pooches can get some A-list pampering of their own. There are beds, toys and treats for furry guests, as well as a just-for-pets room service menu and customizable gift baskets. All that's required of Fifi is to be 35 pounds or less; $150 fee for the entire stay.

  5. 19 3.5 Star Rating: Average The Standard Downtown LA
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    550 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071 (map)

    There's no canine (or feline) discrimination at downtown's coolest hotel. For a $100 non-refundable deposit, pets of all shapes and sizes are welcome--trust us, your 60-pound chihuahua will not be turned away. You and Rocco can kick back on the mezzanine, lounge in the lobby and simply dig the scene, provided no food is being served. (Who needs the rooftop, anyway?)

  6. 20 4 Star Rating: Recommended W Los Angeles - Westwood
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    930 Hilgard Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 (map)

    Pets are always welcome at Westwood's witty, whimsical and hot-wired hangout. (As long as they're 40 pounds or less.) Dogs, cats, even birds are allowed for a one-time $100 cleaning fee and $25 per night. Sure, it might seem a little steep, but your pal will be treated to individual bedding, food and water bowls, toys and turndown snacks. The concierge can also provide walking, grooming and sitting services, as well as special extras such as birthday cakes, designer leash-and-collar sets and gourmet meals. Woof!

  7. 21 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Hotel Palomar Los Angeles - Westwood, a Kimpton Hotel
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    10740 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90024 (map)

    Must love dogs. This chic and low-key hotel hidden along Wilshire Boulevard's condo corridor is where your dog is not only welcome, but it won't cost you a thing! Yes, that's right. As is the case with every Kimpton property, dogs stay free regardless of breed, weight or size. So whether Sheba is a Great Dane, a pit bull or a chihuahua, she'll be nice and toasty in one of the 268 rooms here.

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