Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Darien, IL

There are 4 pet friendly American restaurants in Darien that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 198 more nearby. 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 Darien. Bone appetit!

Pennyville Station

Park Ridge, IL

Pennyville Station Pennyville Station is a pet-friendly bistro serving New American cuisine in Park Ridge, IL. Leashed dogs are welcome at outside tables. Pennyville Station offers salads, handhelds, sliders and seasonal specials. Guests can also enjoy a full bar with beer, wine and specialty cocktails. See Details

Metro Grill & Bar

Joliet, IL

Metro Grill & Bar The Metro Grill serves contemporary American cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. You and Fido can sit at one of the twelve dog-friendly tables and enjoy the local produce, naturally raised meats, and sustainable seafood on the menu. You'll be satisfied to know that the soups and sauces they use in their dishes are made from scratch every single day. Their menu has a whole section devoted to comfort food, including Argentinian skirt steak, key lime shrimp and rice, and chimichurri chicken. The Metro Grill is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday to Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details

Manhattan's American Bar & Grill

Carol Stream, IL

Manhattan's American Bar & Grill Manhattan's offers a distinctly American menu that includes crispy calamari, chicken quesadillas, fresh gourmet salads, burgers, wraps, pot roast melts, Gulf fried shrimp, fried chicken, baby back ribs, and classic filet mignon. Outdoor deck seating welcomes dogs. See Details

Craft'd

Plainfield, IL

Craft'd Craft'd is a dog-friendly neighborhood bar & grill serving craft beer and craft food in Plainfield, IL. Fido is welcome to dine with you at an outside table and they even have a dog menu! Start your meal with an order of the smoked pineapple chicken nachos, then choose from specialty entrees such as the orange salmon or the Cuban sandwich. Craft'd also offers gluten-free options. See Details

American Wild Burger

Des Plaines, IL

American Wild Burger American Wild Burger is a dog-friendly eatery serving gluten-free, vegan, and meat dishes to locals and tourists alike. Visitors to American Wild Burger wanting to dig into a WildBurger, a patty created with a combination of beef, chicken, and turkey, alongside their furry friend can sit at one of its four outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. The restaurant's menu includes build-your-own burger options, wraps, sandwiches, wings, tacos, signature burgers such as the Cali Classic and the Philly Burger, and Cheese Fries. Visitors recommend giving the Southwest Stuffed Avacado a try. See Details

Shanahan's

Forest Park, IL

Shanahan's Cajun/Creole and Irish eats are on the menu at Shanahan's. Dogs can join you on the patio during the summer. See Details

Gaston's French American Bistro

Orland Park, IL

Gaston's French American Bistro Gaston's French American Bistro is a dog-friendly eatery serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Visitors to Gaston's wanting to dig into a homemade and fresh meal alongside their furry friend can do so at one of its eight outdoor tables. Its menu includes egg dishes, pancakes, omelets, French Toast dishes, waffles, skillets, appetizers, sandwiches, soups, salads, paninis, pasta entrees, seafood, chicken, and vegetable meals, and more. The Bistro's regulars recommend ordering the Veggie Burger and rave about its specialty coffees and desserts. Gaston's Bistro is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00am to 8:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 7:00am to 9:00pm and Sunday from 7:30am to 3:00pm. See Details

Pomegranate Restaurant

Aurora, IL

Pomegranate Restaurant Pomegranate Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner Thursday through Saturday, and breakfast and lunch the rest of the week. The extensive menu includes almond French toast, Swedish pancakes, eggs Florentine, salads, sandwiches, burgers, quesadillas, BBQ ribs, steaks, seafood, and pasta. Dogs are welcome at patio tables. See Details

Topaz Cafe

Burr Ridge, IL

Topaz Cafe Located near downtown Chicago, Topaz Cafe is a dog-friendly establishment with five tables outside. They offer a contemporary American menu featuring steaks, chops, and seafood. The entrees on the dinner menu include whitefish: Sardinian couscous, mushrooms, grape tomatoes, spinach, lemon buerre blanc. Alternatively, you can dig into something from the grill, including the Australian rack of lamb: roasted carrot puree, crispy potatoes, pistachio gremolata, and red wine jus. Topaz Cafe is open Monday through Friday from 11:30am to 11:00pm, Saturday from 4:00pm to 11:00pm, and Sunday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. See Details

Kaufman's Bagel & Delicatessen

Skokie, IL

Kaufman's Bagel & Delicatessen Kaufman's Bakery and Delicatessen is a dog-friendly spot to grab a bagel or a sweet treat. Visitors to Kaufman's craving a Pastrami sandwich can head to one of its six outdoor tables to enjoy their meal alongside their furry friend. Kaufman's menu includes a huge range of sandwiches, brisket, salads, chips, brownies, cookies, soups, chicken dishes, seafood, homemade sides and more. Kaufman regulars recommend ordering the corned beef and a side of pickles. Kaufman's Bakery and Delicatessen is open seven days a week from 7am to 7pm. See Details

Dengeos Restaurant

Skokie, IL

Dengeos Restaurant Dengeos is a homestyle restaurant serving both locals and tourists in a dog-friendly environment. Dengeos offers eight outdoor tables to guests with dogs wanting to dig into a plate of Grecian Chicken alongside their furry friend. The fast-casual restaurant's menu includes sandwiches, burgers, salads, chicken dinners, hot dogs, specialties such as Italian Beef, and Cheesy Meatballs, ribs, seafood, desserts, and more. Frequent visitors to Dengeos recommend ordering the gyros. This location is open Monday through Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 10am to 9pm. See Details

Great Escape

Schiller Park, IL

Great Escape Great Escape is a historic, dog-friendly restaurant with a warm and cozy atmosphere, a resident ghost in a black suit, and an attached antique bar where Al Capone drank and Tom Mix made silent movies in the early 1900's. Visitors with dogs wanting to sniff out paranormal activity can head to one of Great Escape's twelve ""absolutely dog-friendly"" outdoor tables to enjoy a drink. The Great Escape's menu includes a range of starters, soups, salads, chili, ribs, chicken, pork chops, pasta, seafood, sandwiches, burgers, and more. Frequent visitors rave about the atmosphere and the wind turbine out back powering the restaurant. Great Escape is open Monday through Friday from 11am to 10pm, Saturday from 11am to 10pm and Sunday from 11am to 10pm." See Details

Longman & Eagle

Chicago, IL

Longman & Eagle Longman and Eagle is a pet-friendly restaurant with a, self-proclaimed goal of, ""providing urban 'travelers' a refuge that appeals to a variety of senses."" Those wanting to dig into a farm-to-table dish while Fido lounges nearby can sit at one of Longman and Eagle's twelve outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. Dishes on its menu change frequently, sometimes daily, as ingredients allow; however, items such as the Wild Boar Sloppy Joe or the Fried Chicken and Waffle, Sweet Potato and Pork Belly Hash coated in maple syrup, give visitors an idea of what to expect from the chefs. Frequent visitors to Longman and Eagle recommend saving room for dessert and giving a donut or funnel cake a try. Locals warn that reservations are not taken, so prepare for a bit of a wait, but say it'll be worth it once you get your hands on a cocktail. Longman and Eagle is open Monday through Friday from 9am to 2am, Saturday from 9am to 3am and Sunday from 9am to 2am." See Details

Culver's

Mount Prospect, IL

Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Mount Prospect locals and tourists alike. Culver's offers a few outdoor tables to dog owners wanting to dig into a heap of Wisconsin Cheese Curds alongside their canine companion. Its menu is made up of premium chicken dishes, sandwiches, hearty soups, fresh salads, ButterBurgers, sides, and dinners such as North Atlantic Cod, Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp, Beef Pot Roast, and Chopped Steak. Those with room for dessert can indulge in fresh frozen custard, shakes, malts, or a float. A drive-thru window is also available if you don't want to tie your dog up outside while you go in to order. See Details

Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse Lombard

Lombard, IL

Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse Lombard Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse boasts a licensed, landscaped dog-friendly patio in Yorktown Center. They will serve your canine companion a souvenir water bowl and a treat while you enjoy a Holy Cow! burger, signature steak, or chicken parmigiana. See Details

Ted's Montana Grill

Bolingbrook, IL

Ted's Montana Grill Ted's Montana Grill offers a dining experience that reflects the spirit of the bison, a symbol of the American spirit and the Great Plains. This location on E Boughton Road in Bolingbrook provides dog-friendly seating with eight outside. On the menu, you will find creative sandwiches and burgers along with more formal, classic entrees. The gourmet burgers feature bison or beef patties in signature selections like the Kitchen Sink or the Delicious Duo which includes both beef and bison. Vegetarians can enjoy the House-Made Veggie Burger, too! Mains include plates like the bison meatloaf, bison pot roast, or even bison shot ribs. Don't miss out on the extensive beverage selection with wine, cocktails, and beer. See Details

White Street Cafe

Frankfort, IL

White Street Cafe Located in the charming downtown historic district, White Street Cafe serves a tasty array of breakfast and lunch eats in a casual and cozy setting that offers dog-friendly outdoor seating. Choose from flavorful menu options such as biscuits and gravy, Belgian waffles, chorizo and egg burritos, southwest omelettes, BBQ chicken salad, roast beef sandwiches, turkey club wraps, Italian hero paninis, and tuna melts. Dogs are welcome to join their owners on the covered patio. White Street Cafe is open Tuesday through Sunday from 8am to 3pm and is closed Monday. See Details

Panera Bread

Burbank, IL

Panera Bread The dog-friendly Panera Bread's eclectic deli/bakery menu includes soups, salads, hot and cold sandwiches, and pastries and cookies for dessert. Great place for a light lunch or dinner. Outdoor seating area welcomes dogs. See Details

Mack's Golden Pheasant

Elmhurst, IL

Mack's Golden Pheasant Mack's Golden Pheasant is a dog-friendly restaurant serving American dishes alongside specialty Czechoslovakian cuisine. Visitors to Mack's wanting to devour a plate of its award-winning roast duckling can do so alongside Fido at one of its twelve outdoor tables. Its eclectic menu includes wiener schnitzel, hand cut steaks, seafood dishes, and its famous hand-pattied twelve-ounce burgers. It also serves draft beer and cocktails ranging fro classic to modern. Frequent visitors rave about its dumplings and Friday night fish fry meals. Mack's dining hours are Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 10:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 10am to 9pm. Its bar is open Monday through Thurdsay from 11:30am to 1:00am, Friday and Saturday from 11:30am to 2:00am and Sunday from 11:00am to 1:00am. See Details

Culver's

Matteson, IL

Culver's Culver's is a popular fast-food chain offering burgers and frozen custard with dog-friendly seating available outside. Enjoy tasty offerings like butterburgers, Wisconsin cheese curds, chili cheddar fries, root beer floats, chopped steak, and Buffalo chicken tenders. Open daily 10am to 10pm. See Details