Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Downers Grove, IL

There are 2 pet friendly American restaurants in Downers Grove that welcome dogs at their outdoor tables, and 205 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 Downers Grove. Bone appetit!

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

Portillo's

Schaumburg, IL

Portillo's Portillo's, located in Schaumburg, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of tasty American fare. Choose from menu options including salads, chili, hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, beef, sausage, chicken, ribs, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their fifteen pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Turkey Florentine Panini with thinly-sliced turkey breast, smoked gouda, sauteed spinach, caramelized onions, and sundried tomato mayo on grilled tomato focaccia. Or go for the Jumbo Hot Dog topped with mustard, relish, celery salt, fresh onions, tomatoes, kosher pickle, and sport peppers on a steamed poppy seed bun. Before you leave, grab a Shake to-go in your favorite flavor (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, or Chocolate Cake!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. See Details

Portillo's

Skokie, IL

Portillo's Portillo's, located in Skokie, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of tasty American fare. Choose from menu options including salads, chili, hot dogs, burgers, sandwiches, beef, sausage, chicken, ribs, pasta, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their six pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Turkey Florentine Panini with thinly-sliced turkey breast, smoked gouda, sauteed spinach, caramelized onions, and sundried tomato mayo on grilled tomato focaccia. Or go for the Jumbo Hot Dog topped with mustard, relish, celery salt, fresh onions, tomatoes, kosher pickle, and sport peppers on a steamed poppy seed bun. Before you leave, grab a Shake to-go in your favorite flavor (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, or Chocolate Cake!) Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order. 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

Rand Red Hots

Des Plaines, IL

Rand Red Hots Rand Red Hots is a dine in and drive thru shop serving a variety of hot dogs and fresh cut fries in a dog-friendly environment. Visitors to Rand Red Hots wanting to enjoy a Banana Malt alongside their furry friend can sit at one of its five outdoor tables. Along with hot dogs, its menu includes Polish sausage, tamales, shakes, malts, cones, Frozen Bananas, chills, floats, and sundaes. Regulars recommend the strawberry milkshake. Rand Red Hots is open seven days a week from 11am to 10pm. 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

North Branch

Glenview, IL

North Branch North Branch Pizza and Burger Co. is a locally-owned, dog-friendly restaurant serving delicious food and drinks to community members and tourists alike. Visitors to North Branch wanting to chow down on a Crispy BBQ Ranch Chicken Salad alongside their canine can head to one of its three outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. Its menu includes a range of starters, salads, wings, pizzas, tacos, sandwiches, chicken entrees, ribs, pasta dishes, Tavern Fish and Chips, and desserts. Frequent visitors to North Branch recommend ordering the fish tacos or the turkey burger. North Branch is open Sunday through Wednesday from 11am to 10pm and Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 11am to 11pm. 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