10 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Etlan

“I had an absolutely wonderful Self Care Sunday! Following numerous recommendations, I decided to visit two wineries. One of them was DuCard Vineyards. The drive to the winery was absolutely stunning, with picturesque views of the mountains. To top it off, the winery wasn't crowded at all, which made the experience even more perfect for me!Upon arrival, I was greeted warmly by Beth. The tasting experience at DuCard Vineyards is truly a steal at only $25, with the option to choose from 4 different wines - reds, whites, or a mix of both. I opted for 2 reds and 2 whites, and let me tell you, the tasting was an absolute delight! The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, and they conducted the tasting right at my table.*I came, I saw, I conquered... the wine list! Veni, vidi, vino - that's my motto. The Viognier and Carbenet Franc Vintner Reserve were both delightful choices, but the real star of the show was the Popham Run Red. A Bordeaux blend that had me reaching for a bottle to take home.And let's not forget the extra tastings - Cest trop, with its notes of caramel and chocolate, and XOXO, a bubbly blend of Viognier and Chardonnay. Not exactly my cup of tea, but I know my friend Nikki would go crazy for it.No cell service? No problem! Just enjoy the moment, the wines, and the company you bring. Thanks to Beth and the two lovely ladies (sorry, I forgot your names!) for their help and hospitality.“

“Stumbled upon this gem off the walking path and came back the second night to enjoy the tasty beers, unparalleled hospitality, and amazingly creative space. Especially enjoyed the seasonal sour and how much it improved my dart game. Highly recommend!“

“My girlfriend and I came here after a hike and it was a great way to unwind and enjoy the mountains. We sat on the patio and enjoyed the view while we had some mulled wine, cheese, and a baguette. We were greeted as soon as we arrived and were offered rocking chairs, some quilts (it was a windy day), and a menu. The service was great and I can't wait to come back next time I'm in Virginia.“

“We make the trip from Fredericksburg to PM to have lunch and always enjoy the food, the service and beer and wine. We have been members for about 8 years and PM is the only winery we members of. It’s very nice walking in and people immediately recognize you and say hello. The wine is very good as well as the beer, the menu for the pub grub is ever evolving but outstanding.I would and do highly recommend PM to friends. Outstanding.“

“The only thing missing from this post is pictures… my wife and I stopped here, yesterday, on our way through and were blown away by this gem of a place! We ordered the Mediterranean plate which included pickled carrots and red peppers that will make you question everything you thought you knew about vegetables. The falafel was not only the best we ever had, but I’m fairly certain a better recipe does not exist for falafel. We also ordered the taco bowl and could not believe the flavors that were present in every bite! We will definitely return to try more of their options on our next trip, and we even left with honey for her father which was produced by bees they had onsite! Thank you for such an unbelievably authentic establishment in a this modern landscape of convenience and speed.“

“The cutest place with great coffee and breakfast. It's full of locals but the kind who want to talk to those from out of town. The place is small but it's efficient. I had the ham and Gruyère cheese quiche and it was awesome. My friends had breakfast sandwiches. I loved my oat milk honey cinnamon latte!“

“Came to the area for our Anniversary weekend and found this gem! The staff Jules, Debra, & Kyleah where great when it came to the beer selection. They where very attentive and friendly that we came back thru on our 2nd day just to come back and enjoy atmosphere! Decided to order food and the kitchen staff were great in helping select the right items and it came out hot and fabulous! Would definitely recommend to anyone who is visiting or lives in the area. Will definitely be back when we come back to visit! 10/10 for sure!!“

“POST-HIKE HOME RUN!Had an amazing "design your own" pizza, although they have quite a selection of signature and classic pizzas, calzones, pasta, salads, and appetizers. Their menu for "Francis Cocktails," wines, and craft beers will satisfy most tastes.The build our own pizzas offer quite a list of tasty and locally grown ingredients.The staff is friendlier than any pizza places that I have been in a while. And the pizza arrived at the table very fast!This craft pizza mecca and it's adjoining Country Store and Bar Francis (all one big business) are the perfect stop over when in the area, to stock up, have drinks, and/or have a tasty meal.Will be back!“

“Let me start by saying that the ding to 4 stars for the Atmosphere is only because I'm not a fan of live music while dining and we weren't aware that they had live music on Friday & Saturday nights (I've since been informed that it's only 1-2x a month, so if you ARE a fan of live music, plan accordingly), when we decided to have dinner at the Black Twig; so it's not so much a ding on them. The staff was phenomenal, doing everything they could to accommodate us with a table as far from the entry to the room in which the band was playing and, although the extended wait was due to our request for a farther table, we were comped a free appetizer; a gesture that instantly garnered them kudos. The wait staff was attentive and took great care of us; empty dishes removed promptly, drinks refilled with little to no wait, etc. The main reason for being there - the food - was no less than the service. My sister-in-law, quite the foodie with high standards, had nothing but praise for the whole experience - which may be more difficult to achieve than a Michelin start. Highly recommend. . . just avoid live music nights if you want to have a quieter experience.“

“A hidden gem. Excellent beer, cider, and natural wine. Too many microbreweries that taste the same, not everyone should make beer just because they can. These folks are talented. Beautiful spot with a nice walking path and mountain views. There’s a great onsite food option as well!“