When it comes to dining out, Chicago’s vibrant food scene offers a plethora of options for food lovers. This includes dog-friendly restaurants and bars for pet parents who don’t want to leave their furry friends behind. What we love best about Chicago is that many of the dog-friendly restaurants also offer their own puppy menu too.
There’s a few important rules about dining with dogs in Chicago you should be aware of:
- No dogs allowed inside of the restaurant
- Dogs must be leashed
- Dogs must behave in a way that doesn’t threaten health or safety or any guest or employee
If pet parents don’t follow these rules, businesses have the right to refuse service to them.
You can check out our favorite places to eat below with our top pick for each neighborhood. We chose a variety of establishments at different price points, with $ indicating more affordable spots and $$$ for a more expensive dining experience with upscale entrees and high-end cocktails.
Big Star (Wicker Park/Bucktown)
1531 N Damen Ave., Chicago, IL, US, 60622
Reservations needed: No, but available
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$
Good for: Vegetarian eaters
Big Star is Chicago’s bourbon and beer-focused, taco joint reminiscent of honky-tonk bars in Bakersfield, California. An extensive bourbon list and eclectic soundtrack rounds out the vibrant atmosphere.
The restaurant offers innovative takes on authentic Mexican street food, including al Pastor, Baja, and Panza tacos made with house-made tortillas. as well as some vegetarian options. Guests are welcome to bring their dogs to the walk-up window and patio.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Website
The Perch Kitchen and Tap (Wicker Park)
1932 W Division St., Chicago, IL, US, 60622
Reservations needed: Suggested by former guests
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$-$$$
Good for: Wood-fired flair
The Perch Kitchen and Tap offers a diverse gastropub menu with sandwiches, fish, and burgers, in a warm and intimate atmosphere. Former guests have praised the craft beer selection, menu favorites—like breakfast potatoes and mahi mahi—and the ambiance. Dogs are more than welcome too, judging by their dog-friendly menu. Luckily your pup has many option to choose from, whether it’s a Pupsicle or Scruffy Scramble. The outdoor patio is also befitted with heaters so pet parents can stay warm during the winter.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
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Park & Field (Logan Square)
3509 W Fullerton Ave., Chicago, IL, US, 60647
Courtesy of Park & Field
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$$
Good for: Eating and supporting local
Park & Field is a casual restaurant and vintage sports club that offers a variety of sharing plates and gastropub dishes. Their local farm-focused menu is perfect for guests who eat vegetarian or vegan, but the options are endless. Patrons who sit outside can enjoy fire pits and bocce courts or chill on the 6,000-square-foot all-weather patio. The restaurant even offers a special dog menu that features items like burger patties and chicken.
Park & Field also has a boozy, bottomless brunch but avoid drinking if you’re going to drive with your dog in the car after.
Hours of operation:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Wednesday-Thursday: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.
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Parson’s Chicken & Fish (Logan Square)
2952 W Armitage Ave. Chicago, IL, US, 60647
Courtesy of Clayton Hauck for Parson’s
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$
Good for: Southern fare
Parson’s Chicken and Fish is a popular southern-style fast food spot for lunch or dinner. Patron favorites include cheese curd fritters, beer-battered fish sandwiches, and chicken and waffles. Guests are welcome to bring their dog to enjoy a meal on the patio where doggy water bowls are provided. Parson’s is a hotspot on the weekends, so make a reservation if you don’t want to wait for a table.
Hours of operation:
Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Website
Wishbone (West Loop)
161 N Jefferson St., Chicago, IL, US, 60661
Courtesy of Wishbone
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$-$$$
Good for: Southern breakfast all day
Wishbone is a beloved and spacious spot known for its traditional “southern reconstruction cooking.” Its breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu runs the gamut with favorites like baked bone-in ham, shrimp and grits, blackened catfish, biscuits and gravy, and North Carolina-style crab cakes. Canine guests are welcome to dine with their pet parents on the restaurant’s outdoor patio. For a tasty frozen treat, Wishbone is proud to serve Scoop Dog, a dog-friendly ice cream to help canine customers cool off on a hot day.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
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Tapas Valencia (South Loop)
1530 S State St., Chicago, IL, US, 60605
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$
Good for: Vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options
Tapas Valencia is a pet-friendly Spanish restaurant known for its extensive tapas menu. If you are eating with friends who are feeling different types of food, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the signature sangria, paella, and specialty desserts like almond cake. Guests can enjoy Tapas Valencia’s fun and friendly atmosphere indoors or outside on the patio with their dogs.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Website
Barrio (River North)
65 W Kinzie St., Chicago, IL, US, 60654
Courtesy of Barrio
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$-$$$
Good for: Happy hour and weekday specials
A contemporary Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar, Barrio’s unique 6,000-square foot space has room for 200 guests in a rustic-industrial atmosphere. Dogs have their own menu they can enjoy on the patio with their pet parents, too; the puppy menu includes burger patties, chicken, dairy-free cream, and skirt steak. For the humans, highlights from the menu include carnitas nachos, skirt steak fajitas, and grilled octopus taco.
Hours of operation:
Monday – Thursday: 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Sunday: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
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Siena Tavern (River North)
51 W Kinzie St., Chicago, IL, US, 60654
Reservations needed: Suggested by previous patrons
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$$
Good for: Tasting menu
Siena Tavern is a chic Italian restaurant that showcases Top Chef fan favorite Fabio Viviani’s expertise. Order the tasting menu or two-course lunch to minimize distractions while you chill with your dog. Or go a-la carte, choosing from dishes such as truffle mushroom pizza with roasted wild mushrooms and garlic cream to gnocchi with truffle cream and fried sage—a guest favorite. The restaurant welcomes dogs at their pet-friendly outdoor tables, along with a menu that includes chicken breast, burger patties, dairy-free gelato, and woof-cream.
Hours of operation:
Monday-Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Thursday: 11:30 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Friday: 11:30 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. – 2 a.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
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The Bad Apple (North Center)
4300 N Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL, US, 60618
Reservations needed: Not available
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$
Good for: Burgers and Old Fashioneds
The Bad Apple is a laid-back, casual bar and eatery with a game room for patrons who are just stopping by for fun. With a wide selection of craft beers, the restaurant also features a variety of unique burgers, such as the porter-soaked fig and bacon relish and goat cheese or peanut butter and bacon. Bring your pup along to dine with you on the back patio or bring a friend to play foosball, pinball, or shuffle board.
Hours of operation:
Monday-Wednesday: 4:30 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Thursday – Saturday: 11:30 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Sunday: 11:30 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Website
Eduardo’s Enoteca (Gold Coast)
1212 N Dearborn St., Chicago, IL, US, 60610
Reservations needed: Accepted
Outdoor seating for dogs: Yes
Cost rating: $$$
Good for: Shareable meals
Eduardo’s Enoteca is an intimate Italian restaurant and wine bar. The limited food menu and curated small-batch wine list will make dining out with your dog feel like a riposo. (A riposo is a midday break in Italian.) Sip on a hand-crafted cocktail while digging into the burrata, brussel sprouts, and bacon-wrapped dates. Or split a pasta and rustic pizza with the table. Dogs are welcome to join guests outside on the patio but should not be fed food from the table.
Hours of operation:
Sunday – Thursday: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday & Saturday: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m.
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Tips To Make Your Chicago Restaurant Visit Better
For the most relaxed dog-friendly dining experience, you may want to call ahead to find out when the quietest hours are. This can help lessen the stress that comes with bringing your dog, especially if you want to focus on the food.
Pet parents should use their best judgment and consider going without your dog, if they:
- Bark a lot and are reactive to strangers
- Displays signs of food aggression
- Grow agitated around other pups
- Struggles to follow basic obedience training
If your dog displays any of the issues above and you’re worried that leaving them alone might escalate their anxiety, there’s a solution for that. Check out affordable dog-sitting rates with a local Chicago pet sitter.
Leaving your dog at home during Chicago winters will also be a wiser choice than trying to bring them with you to eat. Dogs are not allowed indoors in restaurants in Chicago. Although if you need a workaround, you can consider getting takeout and bringing it to a dog-friendly bar that doesn’t serve food.
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