Dog Friendly Restaurants in Cortland, IL

There are 39 dog-friendly restaurants within 20 miles of Cortland 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 Cortland. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly Smokey's
Smokey's Serving Chicago-style favorites and slow cooked BBQ, Smokey's is a dog-friendly restaurant where one can enjoy a beer and a BBQ plate. Visitors to Smokey's with Fido in tow can sit at one of its three outdoor tables on the grass to enjoy their meal. Smokey's menu includes charbroiled burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, rotisserie gyros, baskets, salads, wood-pit dinners, desserts, and more. Frequent visitors rave about its onions rings and recommend saving room for ice cream to top off your meal. See Details
Pet Friendly Southbank Original Barbecue
Southbank Original Barbecue Southbank Original Barbecue, located in Yorkville, IL, is a casual 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 a protein-laden meal. Start off with an order of the BBQ Pork Nachos topped with your choice of pulled pork, chicken, or tri-tip, creamy aged cheddar, fresh pico de gallo, house-marinated red onions, house-made sweet sauce, and jalapenos. Next, chow down on the Tri-Tip Sandwich with thinly-sliced slow-smoked tri-tip sirloin served with horseradish mayo. Southbank Original Barbecue is open Sunday through Friday from 11am to 10pm, and Saturday from 11am to 11pm. See Details
Hart's Garage Hart's Garage is a pet-friendly restaurant in Hampshire, IL, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The owner combined his passion for cars, motorcycles, and made-from-scratch food and beer to deliver a unique atmosphere. Try their famous smash burgers, pizza and craft cocktails during your visit. See Details
Foxy's Ice Cream Foxy's Ice Cream, located in Yorkville, IL, is a casual ice cream shop that serves up a variety of delicious treats. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you indulge your sweet tooth. Foxy's Ice Cream is open Monday from 12pm to 9pm, Tuesday through Thursday from 12pm to 8:30pm, Friday from 3pm to 8:30pm, and Saturday through Sunday from 12pm to 8:30pm. See Details
Portillo's Portillo's, located in Sycamore, 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 eight 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
Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill Created to give folks a place to sit down, relax and enjoy a cool beverage, Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill is a pet-friendly spot serving a variety of craft beers. Visitors to Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill wanting to sip on a specialty drink alongside their dog can sit at one of its six outdoor tables. Its menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, mini sandwiches, and paninis. The Pub is a sister establishment to a local pizzeria, and it claims it ""would be happy to order a pizza from Paisano's for you to enjoy at Eddie's."" It also offers daily specials including Mac N Cheese Monday, and Seafood Wednesday. Frequent visitors recommend ordering the pulled pork with a side of tater tots and rave about its Bloody Marys. Eddie Gaedel Pub and Grill is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 12am, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 1am and Sunday from 11am to 10pm." See Details
Ellwood Steak and Fish House Located on busy Sycamore Road, Ellwood Steak and Fish House is a dog-friendly, local restaurant with an upscale feel. Dog owners with a craving for Crab Meat Avacado can dig in alongside Fido at one of Ellwood's four outdoor tables. The Steak and Fish House's menu includes dishes such as the One Pound Meatball, Spinach and Artichoke Dip, Filet Mignon, Canadian Salmon, Mediterranean Chicken, Fettuccini Alfredo, Baked French Onion Soup, a Black and Bleu Cheeseburger, and Mini Cheeseburgers. Ellwood regulars recommend ordering the crab cakes and the Saganaki. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00am to 10:00pm, Friday and Saturday from 11:00am to 10:30pm and Sunday from 11:00am to 9:00pm. See Details
Bull Moose Bar and Grille Bull Moose Bar and Grille is a dog-friendly restaurant which is built around an 1893 Pullman Palace dining car used by President Roosevelt in his ""Bull Moose Party"" presidential campaign. Visitors to Bull Moose wanting to sip on a glass of wine while Fido lounges underfoot can do so at one of its six outdoor tables. The Bar and Grille's menu includes appetizers, burgers, sandwiches, salads, flatbreads, steaks, seafood, pasta, and Not Your Mama's Pot Pie. Bull Moose customers recommend ordering the Caramel Apple Burger, a half-pound patty topped with fresh apples, crispy bacon, homemade caramel and Swiss cheese, served with Homemade Apple-Coleslaw. Bull Moose Bar and Grille is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 1am and Sunday from 11am to 12am. Food is served daily until 10pm." See Details
Lupita's Cocina Lupita's Cocina is a dog-friendly restaurant with nine outdoor tables. This small Mexican restaurant offers tacos, burritos, and lots of other recognizable dishes. The enchiladas with mole sauce come highly recommended by local diners, who also suggest trying the margaritas on the side. Lupita's Cocina is open Sunday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm and Friday to Saturday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Salsa Verde Mexican Restaurant & Taqueria Serving dishes prepared from authentic Mexican recipes, in a vibrant, dog-friendly environment, Salsa Verde Mexican Restaurant and Taqueria is a favorite among locals and tourists alike. Dog owners with a craving for Mexican food can tie their pooch up outside, order at the counter and head to one of Salsa Verde's eight outdoor tables to enjoy their meal alongside their canine. Salsa Verde's menu includes appetizers, soups, tostadas, seafood, vegetarian dishes, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, quesadillas, drinks, and desserts. Regulars rave over the Mexican Restaurant's margaritas. This location of Salsa Verde is open Sunday through Thursday from 10:30am to 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 10:30am to 9:30pm. See Details
Jamrah Middle Eastern Cuisine Jamrah Middle Eastern Cuisine, located in Sycamore, IL, is a casual eatery that serves up a variety of delicious, authentic Middle Eastern cuisine. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try the Shish Kabob Sandwich - fresh-baked pita filled with seasoned, marinated, grilled fillet of beef, hummus, Jamrah salad, and tahini sauce. Or go for the Kefta Kabob - grilled ground beef and lamb, onions, parsley, and spices, served with soup or salad, rice, and fresh pita. See Details
Shawn's Nestled in the corner of downtown Sycamore, Shawn's Coffee Shop and Gourmet Deli is a dog-friendly spot to grab a cup of joe. Visitors to Shawn's wanting to dine alongside their dog can do so at one of its outdoor tables. Its menu includes a variety of coffee drinks, breakfast bagels, soups, salads, sandwiches, and baked goods such as cookies, muffins, and Rice Krispie Treats. Regulars recommend giving the blueberry bagel a try and rave over Shawn's homemade Cranberry Pecan cream cheese. Shawn's Coffee Shop is open Monday through Friday from 6am to 6pm, Saturday from 7am to 5pm and Sunday from 7am to 2pm. See Details
Tom and Jerry's Tom and Jerry's is an award-winning dog-friendly restaurant known as ""King of the Gyros."" Tom and Jerry's has a self-proclaimed ""huge"" patio for guests with dogs wanting to dig into a plate of fried chicken. Tom and Jerry's menu includes homemade soups, daily specials, sandwiches, hot dogs, broiled burgers, subs, seafood, steak dishes, salads, ribs, chicken, and a range of side orders. Regulars rave over the Italian Beef. Tom and Jerry's is open seven days a week from 10am to 10pm." See Details
Tropical Smoothie Cafe Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers a healthy alternative to typical fast food with a menu full of light and filling options. Fido can join you for a bite at this location in Huntley on IL-47 where there are two dog-friendly tables outside. You can kick off the morning with a savory breakfast wrap or a sweater dish like the Peanut Butter Banana Crunch Flatbread. Lunch and dinner options feature flatbreads, sandwiches, and wraps with plenty of options for vegetarian diners. True to their name, you will also find a large selection of smoothies with classic fruit smoothies, superfood options, and supplements that you can add in for an extra boost. Please note that table service isn't available, so you'll need to tie your dog up while you order inside. See Details
The Country Store and Catering The Country Store and Catering is a dog-friendly restaurant serving homemade meals to locals and tourists alike. The Country Store provides six outdoor tables for guests with dogs wanting to dig into a bowl of Steakhouse Potato Salad. Its menu includes hot grilled sandwiches, rotisserie items, homemade salads and soups, deli cold cuts, pork chops, bbq chicken, and ribs. Fans of The Country Store say you can't pass up the Snicker Doodle Salad. The Country Store is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 7pm and Saturday from 11am to 4pm. See Details
Culver's Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Huntley 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. 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
Dairy Queen Dairy Queen is a dog-friendly quick-service food concept serving frozen sweet treats to DeKalb locals and tourists alike. Several outdoor tables are available to dog owners with a sweet tooth wanting to indulge alongside Fido. Dairy Queen's menu is comprised of Grillburgers, artisan-style sandwiches, hot dogs, chicken strip baskets, snacks such as Pretzel Sticks with Zesty Queso, Potato Skins, and chicken snack melts, salads, and sides such as fries, onion rings, and cheese curds. Its menu also includes blizzards, hot desserts a la mode, dipped cones, sundaes, cold and blended coffees, shakes, malts, and Orange Julius drinks. 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
Tom & Jerry's Tom and Jerrys is a dog-friendly alternative to fast food, serving fresh, prepared-at-order dishes. Guests wanting to chow down on a plate of chicken fingers alongside their furry friend can sit at one of the restaurant's two outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. Tom and Jerry's menu includes wings, sandwiches, salads, gyros, Italian beef, mozzarella sticks, cheese bites, jalapeno poppers, pizza puffs, and more. Frequent visitors rave about the authentic Greek-style cuisine and the gyros. Tom and Jerry's is open Sunday through Wednesday from 10:30am to 12:30am and Thursday and Friday from 10:30am to 2:00am. See Details
Chick-N-Dip Chick-N-Dip, located in Hampshire, IL, is a casual fast-food-style eatery that serves up a variety of delicious fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly tables while you enjoy your meal. Chick-N-Dip is open daily from 11am to 8pm. Please note that they are a cash only business! See Details
Red Ox Restaurant and Bar Red Ox Restaurant and Bar located in Hampshire, IL is a casual American restaurant that is pet-friendly. Fido can join you at the outdoor tables. Red Ox offers appetizers, soups, salads, steaks, chops, burgers, seafood, pasta, and pizza. You can start with an appetizer of shrimp cocktail or potato skins, then on to an entree of Mediterranean Chicken which is one-half spring chicken marinated in olive oil, garlic, and selected herbs, broiled to perfection. Or if you are in the mood for fish an entree of Tilapia, almondine or parmesan crusted or Cajun Catfish. To go with your meal beer or wine. Red Ox Restaurant and Bar is open Monday through Saturday, 4pm to 1am; Sunday 4pm to 12am; Kitchen closed at 10pm Sunday through Thursday and 11pm Friday and Saturday. See Details
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