But, having your furry, four-legged friend on your side truly takes the experience up a notch.
Thankfully, there are lots of dog-friendly clubs and bars throughout south Essex.
So, we asked Echo readers on Facebook to provide us their preferred dog-friendly hangouts in the location.
Here were your most typical options:
Half Crown in High Street, South Benfleet
The Angel Inn in North Shoebury Road, Shoebury
Lobster Smack in Haven Road, Canvey
Noak Bridge in Wash Road, Laindon
Papillon in Marine Parade, Southend
Ye Olde Smack in High Street, Old Leigh