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California Dreaming

Bring Fido to California Dreaming in Charleston, SC, for waterfront dining overlooking the Ashley River and marina. Be sure to order one of their award-winning salads served with a honey butter-laden croissant. Other popular menu items include prime rib, fried oyster and shrimp po' boy sandwiches, and grilled barbecue chicken. Leashed pups are welcome to join their owners on the dog-friendly wrap-around outdoor deck and bar. Visit Website

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California Dreaming has received a rating of 4.3 out of 5 bones by 16 canine critics on BringFido and 4.0 out of 5 by 1,503 guests on TripAdvisor.


Visitors generally enjoy the outdoor seating, dog-friendly atmosphere, and food at California Dreaming. Some travelers note the hostess can be rude and the patio is first-come, first-served, though the overall service and experience is positive.

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  • Courtney
    Aug 8, 2023
    Good atmosphere but poor hostess

    The outdoor seating is first come first serve so don’t even bother going to the hostess. My husband went up there and said he recieved major attitude from her saying she doesn’t seat the outdoor tables so he asked if she knew if there were any open. which she snapped back no I don’t deal with you outside people. Once we sat down our meal was good I enjoyed my seafood pasta and the dogs were attended to right away with water. we were able to see dolphins from where we sat. overall I would say it’s 3.5 only because the hotess was rude and you would think being the first thing you see and hear from it would be better.

  • Barbara
    Feb 24, 2022
    Not open for dogs in Feb

    their deck is not open in Feb

  • Kennedy
    Oct 11, 2021
    first come first serve

    the outdoor patio was first come first serve and some of the tables are closed due to under staffing. the website says that they don’t take reservations. the night went smoothly once we were settled at a table

  • Brandi
    Jul 27, 2021
    Great location!

    Great location on the water. Super good food and very pet friendly.

  • Bo
    More than a year ago
    happy dogs, happy me!

    Lovely outdoor patio, they brought a big bowl of ice water for my fur babies right away. The shrimp po boy was perfect for sharing with my littles. Very friendly staff and service was prompt.

  • Lynn
    Apr 29, 2018
    Dog friendly!

    Their patio was perfect to enjoy the waterfront with our dogs. Brought us a bowl of water. Great food and service!

  • Rachael
    More than a year ago
    Get the Crossiants!!

    We found this place because we were looking for dog friendly options. They don't take reservations for the outdoor patio so we ended up leaving our pup at the hotel that night but the restaurant was great, awesome crossiants, and they give you Birthday ice cream.

  • M
    More than a year ago
    October, 2016

    Outdoor seating was limited, but the waiter was nice enough to set up another table to accommodate us with our dog. Service was slow and the food was mediocre. We could not see the sunset from our table in the back, but it was still a nice view.

  • Lisa
    More than a year ago
    Great service & pet friendly

    What a wonderful dining experience with our dog! We arrived by boat and tied up right in front of the dog friendly patio area. Jordan, our server, did an amazing job bringing our tasty food and even paying attention to our furry child. Arrive a little early to avoid the prime time rush for the patio area tables. We have dined here for years. The water view is very relaxing, inside or out.

  • Vicki
    More than a year ago
    Nice atmosphere

    Nice location and atmosphere right on the water. It was a great night for sitting outside watching the boats while enjoying a drink and dinner with our Havanese. The waiter made her feel welcome as did our fellow diners. The food was good but I wouldn't say it was anything out of an ordinary nice restaurant. Always nice to be able to
    share a good dinner when traveling with the dog though.

  • Mallory
    More than a year ago
    top notch

    This restaurant is one of the best dog friendly ones in the Charleston area! Outdoor patio area is devine! Great service, excellent food, and amazing food! Patio area has little to no covering. Don't go with pooch if weather is bad.

  • Pat
    More than a year ago
    Call First

    I called the restaurant to see if my dog could dine with my husband and I and was told we could bring our dog. Upon arriving at the restaurant, about 10 minutes after I called, I was informed that the outside patio was not opened and we could not dine. We had to return to our hotel greatly disappointed. There should be better communication between management and hostess.

  • Melissa
    More than a year ago
    Must Go!

    We live in Myrtle Beach and have been to that location many times. This was our first time at this one, and it did not disappoint! Great waterfront outdoor seating. Service as great. Pooches got their own bucket of cold water. And the food is fantastic.

  • Anne
    More than a year ago
    Excellent dog friendly (on patio) restaurant!

    We had dinner at California Dreaming, eating on the patio so our dogs could join us. We found a table with a grassy area behind the patio so our dogs hung out there. The servers were most excellent, and ours even brought out a bucket of water for our dogs. :) We had an excellent view of boats in the harbor, it was beautiful, very pleasant, great food, we had a great dinner and great time at California Dreaming in Charleston!!! :)
    -- Also, we were staying at La Quinta Riverview -- you can walk from it to California Dreaming, so very convenient! :)

  • Kevin
    More than a year ago
    Excellent food, very nice location!

    One of the nicest, dog friendly restaurants in Charleston. View on the water, excellent food and a bucket of ice water for our Jack Russell Terrier. Five bones!

  • Tony Mal
    More than a year ago
    Great Service/ Great Food

    Stopped for dinner had our doodle with us, the staff were great, nice deck with fans, had a nice meal and they even brought a big bucket of ice water for the pooch!

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