Cheers to furry friends: 5 pawsome pet-friendly bars in Beijing

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The city's pet-friendly bars to hangout with your furry friends

Finding a bar where you can relax with a pint and share the fun with your four-legged best mate might be tricky but not at all impaw-sible in Beijing. Take the guesswork out of taking your furry best friends around town with our picks below. From pubs, patios to cocktail haunts, these pet-friendly bars in the city welcome all members of the family.

Gou Taproom (CBD)

Photo: Gou Taproom/WeChat

As a popular destination for animal lovers, Gou Taproom has a spacious courtyard. Its walls are adorned with doodles and snapshots of patrons' pets, some of which have even made it onto the design of its beer packaging. Hoomans can enjoy a range of craft brews and local bites, while the pooch can lick on some complimentary pet-friendly ice cream.

Gou Taproom. Lumicang New Audio-visual Industrial Park, Lumicang Hutong, Dongcheng district 东城区禄米仓胡同禄米仓新视听产业园内 Open 11am-midnight daily

Plan B

Photo: Plan B/Kikoling

Whether you want to meet other pet owners or just enjoy a night out with your furry companion, Plan B is a hot spot for both two-legged and four-legged patrons with its comfort food menu, laid-back atmosphere, and large terrace always buzzing with furry friends. You can munch on some chili fries while your pup cosies up next to you.

Plan B. 2-012, 22 International Art Plaza, Pingod, 32 Baiziwan Lu,(behind 7/11) Chaoyang District 朝阳区百子湾路32号苹果社区22院街艺术区2-012（711便利店后面）Open 11.30am-11.30pm daily

Arrow Factory Brewing

In addition to its central location, riverside rooftop terrace, and hearty British pub fare, Arrow Factory Brewing Taproom is also as pet-friendly as it comes. You can grab a seat with your furry buddy on any floor, or head up to the rooftop for scenic views.

Arrow Factory Brewing. 1 Xindong Lu, Chaoyang district 朝阳新东路 1号 Open 11.30am-11.30pm daily

The Great Outdoors (Longfu Temple)

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The Longfu Temple branch of the Great Outdoors has a comfy and inviting atmosphere with camping-inspired decor. They offer a menu of burgers, skewers, snacks, and their own craft brews including ciders, ales, and stouts. 

The Great Outdoor (Longfu Temple). First Floor, Longfu Building, 95 Longfu Temple Lu, Dongcheng district 东城区隆福寺街95号隆福大厦一层 Open 11am-2am daily

Penthouse

Photo: Penthouse

In the mood for cocktails and some live music? Penthouse is a pet-friendly live-music bar tucked in a charming, nostalgic building in Gulou. Domestic and international musicians take the stage nearly every day from 8pm to 11.30pm, playing genres such as rock and jazz. Sit back with your furry pal and unwind with a well-shaken drink.

Penthouse. 93 Guloudongdajie, Dongcheng district 东城区鼓楼东大街93号 Open 2.30pm-4am daily

Editor: Wendy Xu

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