Get ready for some four-legged socializing, complete with adult beverages!

If you're looking to meet other furbaby parents, then head to Bark Social in Bethesda. The unique off-leash dog park has a full menu for both people and pooches, including beer and wine. 

  • ADDRESS: 935 Prose Street | North Bethesda, MD
  • HOURS: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
  • PHONE: (240) 253-6060
  • WEBSITE: Bark Social

You can visit for the day to give it a try, sign up for a month, or even buy an annual membership. Amenities include a secure, fenced area to let your dog roam and trained park rangers who will even clean up your buddy's poop. The biggest perk is the instant group of like-minded friends you'll make and all the potential playdates down the road.

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Two different menus will appeal to both two- and four-legged visitors. You can get everything from fancy sandwiches to fresh baked goods and wash them down with a wide variety of beverages. Get a flat white in the morning, a chai in the afternoon, and growlers of local beer for happy hour.

The pups will love dog-friendly ice cream, pupcakes, and dried sweet potato treats. Did I mention the dog beers like "IPA Lot in the Yard" and "Mailman Malt Licker"?

snack bar

Don't worry about your lapdog getting lost in the shuffle. There's a small dog enclosure, complete with seating for parents, that's just the right size for off-leash socialization of the teenier breeds.

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For more information or to sign up for a membership package, head to the official Bark Social website. You can also follow their Instagram account for updates and announcements.

*Photos courtesy of Bark Social (Facebook)

Have you been to Bark Social yet? Is it as great as it looks? Let us know in the comments.

Sarina Petrocelly
Born in Laos but raised in Haiti and South Florida, Sarina developed a taste for international cuisine at an early age. Now in Woodbridge, VA, she likes to explore the area for the best authentic dives, freshest local produce, and downright yummiest meals in the DMV. When she’s not out with friends or family, she's home with her musician/artist husband Tony and their Jindo, Hachi. She enjoys cooking and finding activities that can drown out heavy metal guitar riffs.
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