It’s FINALLY SUMMER 2021 and you’re going to want to know the Twin Cities top 5 dog-friendly spots!
With so many people spending more time at home during the pandemic, animal shelters across the country have experienced a surge in dog adoptions. According to The Washington Post citing data from the Shelter Animals Count, pet adoptions increased by about 15% in 2020 compared to 2019. While these pet owners had more time to spend with their new furry friends, they were limited as to where they could take them because of quarantine. When adopting a puppy in particular, socialization is key. On the positive side, a higher number of pups were welcomed into loving homes during the pandemic. However, they likely didn’t receive the recommended amount of socialization because of dog friendly public places shutting down like everywhere else to help prevent the spread of COVID.
Now that it’s Summer here in Minnesota and the vaccine has been around for months, the weather is beautiful and things have begun to open back up. Consequently, many of our dog friendly faves are back in action and ready to accommodate these quarantine dogs and their pet parents. As a team of pet-loving agents who love the communities we live and work in, we’re sharing a list, inspired by Sidewalk Dog, of our top 5 favorite furrr-tastic breweries and restaurants around the Twin Cities to help you and your pet get back into the world of socializing – ohh how it’s been missed!
#1 UNLEASHED HOPS AND HOUNDS – Minneapolis (inspired by a recent visit)
Conveniently located in Minneapolis, this one deserves first place on our list because it is a brewery AND dog park all in one. With both an indoor play space and a sizable fenced-in area outside featuring nice landscape and various seating options, this place is the ultimate spot for you and your canine friend(s). Enjoy a couple of beers and some tasty food while your dog has a blast running around with furry friends galore! Additionally, they prioritize your dog’s safety by requiring all dogs to be registered in their database with proof of vaccination before arriving for the first time. Unleashed Hops and Hounds accepts walk-ins or you can make a reservation.
#2 BACK CHANNEL BREWING CO. – Spring Park
This one may only be a brewery, but dogs are welcomed just as much as their human counterparts. Landing its place at #2 on our list, Back Channel Brewing is the only brewery on Lake Minnetonka. They welcome dogs both inside and out and the spacious outdoor area features a scenic backdrop of the lake. They are open Wednesday-Sunday and have a different, always delicious, food truck parked outside each day.
#3 PUB 819 – Hopkins
Featuring locally + regionally + imported whiskey and beer, along with a menu starring specialty burgers, Pub 819 is no doubt a hot spot for drinks and grub. Furthermore, they are dog friendly year-round and out on the patio they cater to your canine companion by offering the only three-course menu for dogs in Minneapolis!
#4 THE BLOCK – St. Louis Park
Heated, covered dog-friendly patio with a dog-friendly menu for dog-friendly fun all year round!
#5 BAD WEATHER BREWING CO. – St. Paul
Complete with arcade games, trivia nights, a large selection of craft beer and an inviting dog-friendly patio, Bad Weather is the place to be in St. Paul with your pup! Leashed dogs are welcome on the patio as well as in the side event room when it’s open to the public.
This list of the Twin Cities top 5 dog-friendly spots by no means exhausts the various options out there but rather covers some of our favorites. Sidewalk Dog is an excellent resource for many more pet-friendly places all around the twin cities – check out their search tool to find the perfect place near you!
When you’re out and about, don’t forget to take some pictures and post the memories! Tag @RealEstateNationTeam for your chance to be featured on our feed! We’d also love to hear from you if you have a specific dog-friendly spot that you frequent.
Have you outgrown your home and yard, or lack thereof, due to some pet adoptions during quarantine? Well, any one of our talented agents can help you out with that too!
Cheers to a summer filled with patios and pups!