Dog Friendly Restaurants in Aurora, IL

There are 13 dog-friendly restaurants in Aurora that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables. Need help to decide where to eat? Here’s a detailed description of each restaurant, along with pictures and reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Aurora. Bone appetit!

Hamburgerseria

Joliet, IL

Hamburgerseria Hamburgerseria is a dog-friendly restaurant serving gourmet burgers in Joliet. Visitors to Hamburgerseria can bring Fido and head to one of its three outdoor tables to enjoy a meal alongside their furry friend. The restaurant's menu includes starters such as Kosher Pickle Fries, Buffalo Tots, and Loaded Chips, as well as salads, burgers, sandwiches, paninis, hot dogs, and more. Its range of burgers include a Philly Cheese Burger, Black Bean Burger, Breakfast Burger, and Italiano Burger. Hamburgerseria is open seven days a week from 11am to 9pm. See Details

The Burger Local

Geneva, IL

The Burger Local The Burger Local is a dog-friendly restaurant in Geneva, Illinois. Fido is welcome to join you on the airy and spacious patio at a table with an umbrella. A cocktail and burger of the month is served and a taco and shake of the week. Every burger comes with your choice of fries, a side salad, or macaroni and cheese. See Details

NWB Next Whiskey Bar

Lisle, IL

NWB Next Whiskey Bar NWB Next Whiskey Bar, located in Lisle, IL, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a craft cocktail and an order of the Pulled Pork Poutine - a bed of fries topped with pulled pork, gravy, white cheddar curds, giardiniera, scallions, and a sunny side up egg. Next, chow down on the fiery El Toro Burger topped with pork belly, habanero cheddar, house-pickled habanero peppers, guacamole, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Or go for the Shrimp Citrus & Avocado Salad with grilled shrimp, artisan greens, orange segments, avocado, watermelon radish, pepitas, red onion, queso fresco, and coriander vinaigrette. NWB Next Whiskey Bar is open Saturday through Wednesday from 11am to 12am, Thursday from 11am to 1am, and Friday from 11am to 2am. See Details

Morton's the Steakhouse

Naperville, IL

Morton's the Steakhouse Morton's is the spot for a juicy steak in a classy atmosphere. During the summer you can dine outdoors with Fido, he's sure to want you to share! See Details

Babcock's Grove House

Lombard, IL

Babcock's Grove House Located inside a historic building, Babcock's Grove House has fifteen pet-friendly tables where you can sit outside with your dog. Babcock's specializes in Midwestern comfort foods and a selection of local and regional craft brews. The menu changes based on the season but may include Chicken Schnitzel and Lingonberry or Blue Cheese Sriracha Meatloaf. They also offer a selection of burgers like the Creamy Horseradish, Turkey Shallot, and Sweet Smokey Potato Bean Burger. Ask your server for the day's selection of desserts. See Details

Brick House

Downers Grove, IL

Brick House Brick House Tavern and Tap is a dog-friendly spot to grab a plate of fish and chips and a beer. Visitors to Brick House can sit with their dog at one of its many outdoor tables to eat. Its menu includes bar snacks, seafood and steak plates, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and favorites such as Shrimp and Chips, Chicken and Waffles, Chicken Pot Pie, and Steak and Shrooms. Frequent visitors recommend ordering the cheddar mashed potatoes as your side and washing it down with a Carolina Spiked Tea or a Blood Orange Whiskey Sour. This location of Brick House Tavern is open Sunday from 10:30am to 12:00am, Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 12:00am, Friday from 11:00am to 2:00am and Saturday from 10:30am to 2:00am. See Details

Catch 35

Naperville, IL

Catch 35 Catch 35 serves premium seafood and steaks, including crispy fried oysters, lobster tacos, Chilean sea bass, filet mignon medallions, and shrimp pad thai. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating. See Details

Butterfield's Pancake House

Naperville, IL

Butterfield's Pancake House Serving fresh-squeezed OJ, locally roasted coffee, scratch-made pancakes, and much more, Butterfield's Pancake House is a dog-friendly breakfast spot in Naperville. Dog owners wanting to dig into a fluffy omelette can do so alongside their pooch at one of Butterfield's nine outdoor tables. The Pancake House's menu is made up of butter-milk and oven-baked pancakes, French toast, waffles, crepes, skillets, omelettes, frittatas, scramblers, benedicts, fruits and juices, salads, burgers, paninis, wraps, sandwiches, and more. See Details

Fiamme

Naperville, IL

Fiamme Fiamme in Naperville, IL, is home to fourteen pet-friendly tables on the popular patio. The chefs specialize in oak-fired oven pizzas prepared with artisanal dough, crafted in-house every day. The dough is stretched on a marble slab and topped with authentic ingredients. You may want to try the roasted vegetable pizza rosse, topped with mushroom, zucchini, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, and balsamic reduction. Additionally, with their dairy-free handmade pizza dough, vegans and vegetarians can find a pie that suits them too. See Details

Niche

Geneva, IL

Niche Located in an old historic post office, Niche is a dog-friendly restaurant serving glocal cuisine on a rotating menu. Visitors to Niche looking to dig into a dish alongside their dog can head to one of its thirteen outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. Its menu includes an array of small plates, soups, salads, cheese plates, duck, pork, steak, pasta, and seafood entrees, and desserts. Regulars recommend ordering a dish such as the Butternut Squash Salad, or the Warm Pretzels with Bacon Jam, and say to save room for dessert whether it be cotton candy or a chocolate tart. Niche is open Tuesday through Thursday from 5:30pm to 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 5:30pm to 10:00pm. See Details

Ivy Restaurant

Wheaton, IL

Ivy Restaurant Located in historic downtown Wheaton in an ivy covered building that was once a chapel, IVY is a dog-friendly restaurant serving steaks, chops, and seafood. Visitors to IVY wanting to dine alongside their dog can do so at one of its eighty outdoor seats. IVY's menu includes lunch appetizers as well as dinner appetizers, steak dishes, seafood, pasta, sandwiches, salads, and desserts. Frequent visitors recommend ordering the Ivy House Meatloaf served with mashed potatoes, French green beans, crispy fried red onions and barbecue au jus, and saving room for the Key Lime Pie or the Creme Brulee. IVY is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar

Elgin, IL

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar Old Republic Kitchen + Bar is an American restaurant in the Fox Valley Area of Elgin, IL. This dog-friendly eatery serves house-smoked meats, pizza, award-winning burgers and more. You can also sip on craft cocktails or a cold draft beer. Fido is welcome to join you for a meal on the large, outside patio. The patio often overlooks live music and other events. See Details

Backroads Pub and Grill

Plainfield, IL

Backroads Pub and Grill Backroads Pub and Grill is a dog-friendly American restaurant located in Plainfield, IL. Fido is welcome to join you for a meal on their outdoor patio and order off the dog menu. They are known for offering 17 different burger designs to pair with a signature cocktail! See Details

Two Hound Red Brewing Co

Glen Ellyn, IL

Two Hound Red Brewing Co Two Hound Red Brewing Co is a brewery and restaurant located in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. Fido is welcome to join you on the outside patio. This dog-friendly eatery offers shareables, burgers, soups, salads and more to pair with your craft beer of choice. You can order a BBQ Frisbee (pizza) for the table to share or snag a Good Boy burger for yourself. See Details

Solemn Oath Brewery

Naperville, IL

Solemn Oath Brewery Solemn Oath Brewery serves a flavorful array of craft brews in a casual taproom setting that welcomes well-behaved dogs. Patrons can sample a wide selection of West Coast, Belgian, barrel-aged, and limited release brews. There is no food service, but food trucks are often onsite. Outdoor patio seating is dog friendly. Solemn Oath Brewery is open Monday through Thursday from noon to 9pm, Friday noon to 11pm, Saturday 11am to 11pm, and Sunday 11am to 7pm. See Details

Warren's Ale House

Wheaton, IL

Warren's Ale House Warren's Ale House is a family-owned establishment that opened its doors in Wheaton in 2013. Warren's offers a diverse menu that includes Creole shrimp, seared scallops, wings, sandwiches, tacos, pork tenderloin, and naked chicken, plus an extensive selection of craft beer on tap. The spacious patio welcomes dogs. See Details

State Street Cafe

Geneva, IL

State Street Cafe Popular breakfast and lunch spot serves everything from omelettes, pancakes, and Benedicts to burgers, burritos, and chicken sandwiches. Dogs are welcome at patio tables. See Details

Rooster's Barn & Grill

Bloomingdale, IL

Rooster's Barn & Grill There are quite a few pet-friendly tables at Rooster's Barn & Grill where you are welcome to sit with your dog. Rooster's is serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. The restaurant is known for their Best Fried Chicken Dinner, which is served after 2pm each day. On Wednesdays and Fridays, Rooster's has all you can eat Beer Battered Haddock. Stop in Thursday through Saturday and you can get crab legs by the pound. There are also options like tacos, burgers, sandwiches, and kabobs. Open Monday through Thursday 9:00am to 9:30pm, Friday and Saturday 9:00am to 10:30pm, and Sunday 8:00am to 9:00pm. See Details

Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden

Batavia, IL

Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden Sidecar Supper Club & Beer Garden in Batavia, IL, is a dog-friendly restaurant where Fido is welcome on the outdoor seating area during the warmer months. The menu offers a classic American menu that includes sliders, burgers, Buffalo chicken sandwiches, wings, and braised pork belly. See Details

Cool Creations

Lockport, IL

Cool Creations This ice cream shop has a huge variety and serves large portions. It is cash only but you can bring your dog as it is pet friendly! See Details