Dog Friendly Restaurants in Elmwood Park, IL

There are 7 dog-friendly restaurants in Elmwood Park 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 Elmwood Park. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Russell's Barbecue
Russell's Barbecue A neighborhood staple since 1930, Russell's draws BBQ fans from far and wide for finger-lickin' good food served in a classic diner setting with outdoor seating that welcomes dogs in the summer. Favorite menu choices include smoked brisket, pulled pork, and slab ribs, plus fish and shrimp dinners, bacon cheeseburgers, chili-cheese dawgs, and cheesecake for dessert. Open 10:30am to 10pm Sunday through Thursday and 10:30am to 11pm Friday and Saturday. See Details
Pet Friendly Inari Sushi
Inari Sushi An upscale urban oasis for sushi lovers, Inari offers a full menu of Japanese cuisine in a subdued setting with patio seating that welcomes dogs in the summer. Menu favorites include salmon or steak teriyaki, tempura udon, sashimi, and a delicious array of specialty rolls. Opens daily at 11:30am. See Details
Alpine Food Shop Alpine Food Shop is a pet-friendly spot to try imported and domestic Italian delicacies. Visitors to the Food Shop wanting to dig into a sub alongside their furry friend can head to its outdoor bench to enjoy their meal. Its menu includes a variety of subs and salads, and its signature The Alpine Sub, ""a classic since 1955,"" stuffed with ham, salami, capicollo and provolone cheese. Locals call Alpine Food Shop ""a treasure,"" and say that you can't go wrong with The Alpine Sub and a bag of chips. The store is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 6pm and Sunday from 9am to 2pm." See Details
Panera Bread Panera Bread on W North Avenue has four pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order. See Details
Ashley's Cafe & Tap Ashley's Cafe & Tap is a pet-friendly coffee shop in Elmwood Park, IL, that offers a relaxing environment. Fido is welcome to join you inside for a bite and accompany you while you play a game on one of their slot machines. They serve Dark Matter Coffee and host Do-Rite Donuts along with homemade empanadas. Wine, frozen drinks, and draft beers are also available for purchase. See Details
Massa Cafe Italiano Massa Cafe Italiano offers pet-friendly outdoor seating at their establishment in downtown Elmwood, IL. Bring Fido along while you dine at one of the six tables on the front patio for lunch or dinner. The menu includes appetizers, salads, paninis, pastas, pizza and gelato. See Details
Trattoria Peppino's Bring Fido to Trattoria Peppino's in Elmwood Park, IL. This dog-friendly eatery invites two and four-legged friends to sit together at one of 15 outdoor tables. Customer favorites include Marco Polo sandwich, chicken parmigiana, eggplant torta, pesto linguini with shrimp and spicy salami pizza. See Details
Big Star Big Star serves fancy tacos in a cool atmosphere, with a walk-up window that allows you to bring your pup. See Details
312 Chicago This Italian spot, located in the pet-friendly Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel, is a favorite for diners in the Chicago Loop. Leashed dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio during the summer months. See Details
DAWG PARK Gourmet Grill DAWG PARK Gourmet Grill in Glenview, IL, serves up American fast-food fusion with Asiatic style in a restaurant that is not only dog friendly but dog-themed and welcoming to all well-behaved canines outdoors and indoors. You can enjoy classic diner fare served out of stainless steel bowls. See Details
Wishbone Wishbone is a popular local spot that serves traditional Southern food in a spacious setting with dog-friendly patio seating. Tasty options available are omelets, buttermilk pancakes, biscuits and gravy, shrimp and grits, North Carolina-style crab cakes, blackened catfish and smoked beef brisket. Opens at 7am during the week and 8am on weekends for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Wishbone also serves a dog-friendly Sunday brunch. See Details
D & J Bistro This suburban French bistro serves up haute cuisine at a fair price, and without any attitude. Dine outdoors and Fido is welcome to join you, weather permitting. See Details
The Bad Apple The Bad Apple, located in Chicago, IL, is a casual bar and eatery that serves up a myriad of delectable fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a cold beer and an order of the Soft Pretzel served with hearty tomato and roasted red pepper sauce, and goat cheese. Next, chow down on the Southern Dandy Burger topped with grilled local Spanish sweet onion, pepper jack cheese, Buckboard molasses bacon, and sweet and spicy Dandy sauce. Or go for the Southwestern Cobb Salad with bibb lettuce, corn, black beans, avocado, red onions, red peppers, bacon, hard-boiled egg, and crispy tortilla strips, served with chipotle ranch. The Bad Apple is open Monday through Wednesday from 4:30pm to 12am, Thursday through Friday from 11:30am to 2am, Saturday from 11:30am to 3am, and Sunday from 11:30am to 12am. See Details
Eduardo's Enoteca Offering small production wines, craft spirits, and light authentic Italian fare, Eduardo's Enoteca is a pet-friendly spot for a romantic date or a glass of wine among the locals. Those wanting to sip alongside Fido can do so at one of Eduardo's ten outdoor tables. Its menu includes a vast wine selection and hand-crafted cocktails, made with freshly squeezed juices. It also offers rustic Italian pizzas and hand-made pasta. Eduardo's serves lunch and dinner daily, and brunch on the weekends. This hidden gem is open Sunday through Wednesday from 10am to 11pm, and Thursday through Saturday from 10am to 3am. See Details
Tapas Valencia Tapas Valencia is a pet-friendly restaurant serving Spanish tapas and unique martinis. Visitors craving Tapas Valencia's signature sangria can head to one of its eight outdoor tables to enjoy. Its menu includes fish, chicken, soups, salads, vegetarian options, specialty desserts and much more. Regulars recommend ordering the dates wrapped in bacon and topping off your meal with a slice of almond cake. Tapas Valencia is open Monday through Thursday from 4:00pm to 10:00pm, Friday from 4:00pm to 11:00pm, Saturday from 1:00pm to 4:30pm and Sunday from 10:30am to 9:00pm. See Details
Bar Siena Fido is welcome at outdoor tables at Bar Siena in Chicago, IL. This dog-friendly restaurant features Italian street food, pizza and drinks. They even have a dog menu where pups can order, chicken, a burger patty, steak, gelato, a dog doughnut and even a pup sundae! See Details
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
Cody's Public House Cody's Public House is a dog-friendly bar in Chicago, IL, where Fido is welcome to join you for a beverage inside the cozy bar or outside on the deck. Enjoy a drink from their extensive list that includes wine, domestic, craft and imported beers, ciders, seltzers, specialty drinks, and signature shots. See Details
Smoke Daddy For world-class BBQ packed with flavor in the Windy City, look no further than the dog-friendly Smoke Daddy in Chicago, IL, home to the Lil Red Smoker. Your pup is welcome to join you on their covered and heated seasonal patio. Feast your eyes on succulent selections of beef brisket, pulled pork, wood-roasted rotisserie chicken and St. Louis style or baby back ribs, all teeming with smoky goodness. Wash it down with a craft draft beer or signature cocktail before finishing with a fresh slice of key lime pie. See Details
Pierrot Gourmet The French fare here may be pricey, but the experience is worth the price, especially if you opt for breakfast. Dine outside and Fido can join you. See Details
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