Comparisons Between The Dog Bar And The Barrel Industry

Charleston is known for many things that attract residents, tourists, and students. The beaches, restaurants, bars and history, are some to name a few. Each year, Charleston is becoming a more populated area for both residents, as well as tourists, as more and more people want to experience Historic Charleston. With that being said, this has lead Downtown Charleston’s economy to boom within the last decade. In the food and beverage industry alone, revenue has grown nearly 17 percent in recent years. Although there are many restaurant and bars to accommodate the tourists and locals of Charleston, we do not accommodate their furry friends as well. Dog owners are constantly in search of a place where they can go to drink and socialize with their …show more content…
What differs between the Dog Bar and the Barrel is that The Barrel only features taps of craft beer, whereas the Dog Bar has an extensive list of beer, wine, liquor, and signature cocktails. This gives the Dog Bar a competitive edge because there are many who would prefer to choose between liquor, beer, or wine, instead of being limited to only craft beer. The Barrel is pet friendly, while the Dog Bar is meant for customers to come and drink with their dogs. Another competitive edge of the Dog Bar is that The Barrel is located on James Island on Folly Road, and therefore can be inconvenient for patrons who live in downtown Charleston. Since the bar will be located downtown, it is highly walkable and convenient for dog owners located in the Downtown area. This way, there is less liability for drinking and driving, and there will be less of a necessity for extensive parking. Other competition includes other local restaurants and cafes that permit animals on their back patio. However, at these establishments, it is a requirement that pets must be on leash at all times, and have a calm demeanor. At the Dog Bar, playfulness is encouraged, and leashes are never