Venture off the Strip for what many diners claim is the best Italian in town! Dine on the patio where Fido is welcome to join you.

After a brisk morning walk on the gorgeous grounds of Prospect Park, head west a couple of blocks to the corner of 7th Avenue and 4th Street to enjoy brunch at Sotto Voce. This Italian-style café offers a full menu of pastas, salads, and meat and fish entrees, all available at adorable outdoor tables that can accommodate you and your four-legged pal.

Fontanella offers traditional Italian dishes including pasta, pizza, sub sandwiches, and cannoli for dessert. Porch tables are dog friendly.

This Italian spot is a favorite for diners in the Chicago Loop. Leashed dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio during the summer months. 312 Chicago is open Monday from 7am to 9:30pm, Tuesday through Wednesday from 7am to 10pm, Thursday from 11am to 10pm, Friday from 7am to 10pm, Saturday from 8am to 2pm, then 5pm to 10pm, and Sunday from 8am to 2pm, then 5pm to 9:30pm.