Great Burgers at The Dog House!

The Dog House serves one of the best hamburgers in Bodega Bay. We love this place and have been eating here for years--long before we moved to town. It was the perfect destination after a long day at the beach, before heading back to Petaluma.

The Dog House has been voted “Best Burger in Sonoma County” numerous times and it’s no wonder. Their generous ½ lb. burgers are made from 100% fresh beef (no fillers), hand shaped, grilled to perfection, and served on a roll. The burgers come with delicious “all you can eat” fries with skins on. They slice the potatoes themselves throughout the day.


You have to apply your own fixin’s over at the condiment bar, which gets a little messy for me. But nobody said dining at The Dog House was a neat and tidy affair.

As their name implies, they also serve several versions of hot dogs and more. One of our daughters is a vegetarian and she LOVES their grilled cheese sandwiches and fries. Others might like the garden burgers. Beverages include soft drinks (they have Stewarts!), beer and milkshakes. And for dessert, we often opt for an ice cream from the little shop next door. Oh yes, this can be a very low-cal outing! (Click on any image to enlarge it, including the menu board.)


You can count on excellent, friendly service from Shannon, Harry, or the long-time Dog House owner, Van. No kidding, one day I saw Shannon single-handedly prepare orders for about 15 hungry people without breaking a sweat—or making a mistake. She’s amazing.


Although this is a casual, “fast food” establishment, it’s not McDonalds. Everything is fresh and made to order, so allow plenty of time. Relax and look out at the stunning view of Bodega Harbor across the street. If you’re lucky, you’ll get a free show from the windsurfers and kiteboarders!


The Dog House offers indoor and outdoor seating, and is located just off Hwy. 1 on Smith Brothers Rd., next to the post office, in Bodega Bay. 707-875-2441. Open 11 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.