Napa Dog Friendly Wineries

Clif Family Winery: Dog Policy & Visitor Guide

Yes — Clif Family's Velo Vino tasting room on Main Street publishes its own dog-friendly welcome, with leashed dogs on the landscaped garden patio.

Clif Family Winery — dog friendly winery in St. Helena

Dog policy

Strongly dog-friendly

Leashed dogs are welcome on the garden patio, where there is generous outdoor seating and room to stretch out. Water bowls are typically set out on arrival. Indoor seating is not a dog space. Book ahead on weekends so you are seated outside.

  • Leashed, garden patio
  • Water bowls set out on arrival
  • A small dog kit (collapsible bowl, toy) is usually on hand
  • Shaded, landscaped patio seating
  • Indoor seating: no dogs

Nigel’s note — first-hand

This is a dog's dream stop. Landscaped garden patio with plenty of room to stretch out, water bowls already set out when you arrive, and a team that treats every dog like a VIP — they've even got a little dog kit (collapsible bowl, a toy) on hand. Book ahead on weekends.

Nigel Cartwright, Dog Friendly Wine Tours

Visiting details

St. Helena · Napa Valley
709 Main St, St. Helena, CA 94574
Daily (seasonal — call to confirm)
Reservations recommended, especially weekends
Estate reds with farm-to-table small plates

Tasting fees are paid directly at each winery, typically $30–$75 per person, and are often waived with a bottle purchase.

Last verified February 2026

Common questions

Are dogs allowed at Clif Family Winery?

Leashed dogs are welcome on the garden patio, where there is generous outdoor seating and room to stretch out. Water bowls are typically set out on arrival. Indoor seating is not a dog space. Book ahead on weekends so you are seated outside.

Do you need a reservation at Clif Family Winery?

Reservations recommended, especially weekends

How much are tasting fees at Clif Family Winery?

Tasting fees are paid directly at each winery, typically $30–$75 per person, and are often waived with a bottle purchase.

Want to visit with your dog? I’ll handle the reservation.

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