If you want to grab a pint with your pooch…
Capitol City Brewing Co.
Editors’ Note: Cap City’s Shirlington location is now closed.
Neighborhood: Shirlington Village
The scene: Craft brews and pub grub in a casual setting with outdoor space for Fido
Happy hour: 4-7 p.m., Monday-Friday
Specials: $3.50 craft beers, $4 wines by the glass, $5 appetizers
Maybe your dog wants to tag along, or maybe your friends cancelled last minute and your pup becomes your last-minute date. No problem. This local brewery’s patio offers a perfect spot for a lazy afternoon of taste testing the latest IPAs with your pup in tow. The brewery’s “Core Four” beers are all $3.50 during happy hour, meaning you can try Cap City’s signature Amber Waves Ale, Capitol Kolsch, Prohibition Porter or Pale Rider Ale at a nice price while your canine pals sips from one of the strategically placed water bowls.