Dog Friendly Italian Restaurants in Illinois

No need to leave Fido in the hotel room when you want to grab a bite! No matter where you’re headed, we can point you towards great Italian restaurants in Illinois that will welcome Fido to join you at an outdoor table. Bone appetit!

Pet Friendly 312 Chicago
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
Pet Friendly Eduardo's Enoteca
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
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
Lauretta's Italian Bake Shop & Cafe' This small restaurant offers good Italian food, nice wines, and delicious desserts. Dogs are allowed on the small outdoor patio, which only has a few tables. See Details
Pinstripes Pinstripes on E Illinois Street has two pet-friendly outdoor seating so you are welcome to bring your dog along. Pinstripes has bocce ball and bowling for diners, with a rotating list of craft beers from local breweries. The menu is American-Italian, with lunch and dinner dishes like Roasted Cauliflower Orecchiette Pasta, Yellowfin Tuna Flatbread, and Boneless Short Ribs. Stop in for lunch where they offer sandwiches, flatbreads, and combos like grinders and salads, or soups and salad. On Sundays, Pinstripes has a large brunch buffet with made to order omelets, a carving station, and much more. A complimentary mimosa is included. See Details
Cucina Paradiso Cucina Paradiso is a dog-friendly restaurant serving a variety of drinks and Italian dishes to locals and tourists alike in Oak Park, IL. Visitors to Cucina wanting to dig into a plate of Linguine Pescatore while their furry friend lounges underfoot can sit at one of its fifteen outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. Its menu includes dishes such as Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Bruschetta, Baked Meatballs, salads, pizzas, pasta, Chicken Pistachio, Salmon, and an array of desserts. Frequent visitors rave about the Pear Pizza and recommend ordering a bottle of wine and the Chocolate Lava Cake to top off your dining experience. See Details
Jullianni's Pizza Jullianni's Pizza is an Italian restaurant serving a range of authentic and fresh cuisine. Jullianni's has four outdoor tables for guests with dogs wanting to dig into a slice. The pizzeria's menu includes appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, wraps, chicken dishes, Fish 'n' Chips, seafood, Chicago Style Stuffed Pizzas, thin-crust pizzas, pasta dishes, and desserts. Frequent visitors recommend trying the Shrimp Linguini and a salad. Jullianni's Pizza is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm and Sunday from 12pm to 9pm. See Details
Sugo's Spaghetteria Sugo's Spaghetteria is a dog-friendly restaurant serving upscale Italian cuisine in a casual atmosphere. Visitors to Sugo's wanting to try a recipe passed down from Sicilian relatives can head to one of its nine outdoor tables to enjoy a plate of pasta alongside their pooch. Its ingredients arrive fresh daily and its menu includes items such as signature lasagna, pasta, handcrafted Neapolitan pizzas, salads, antipasti, veal, chicken, and fish entrees, and a range of Italian wines. Frequent visitors to the Spaghetteria recommend ordering the spaghetti and meatballs or the baked tilapia on risotto and say to ""sit"" and ""stay"" for the tiramisu. This location of Sugo's Spaghetteria is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday from 11am to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 10pm." See Details
Francesca's Intimo Francesca’s Intimo is a dog-friendly Italian restaurant that has been in business for our twenty years, in the beautiful town of Lake Forest, IL. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome, Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. Try the Risotto con Capesante e Carciofi, Rigatoni Dei Sardi, and Fruitti di Mare Acqua Pazza when you're visiting. Ask about their gluten friendly menu too! See Details
Trattoria 225 The wood-fired pizza is a fan favorite among the tasty Italian dishes at this spot. You can dine on the patio with your pet in the summer. See Details
Pagalo's Pizzeria & Gelato Cafe Pagalo's Pizzeria and Gelato Cafe, located in Milan, IL, is a casual joint that serves up a variety of delicious Italian-style eats. Choose from menu options including appetizers, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizza, and more. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their two pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with an order of the Famous "Cricket Nachos" topped with taco-flavored beef, melted jalapeno cheese, black olives, tomatoes, jalapenos, and sour cream. Next, chow down on the Angelina Sandwich with ham, pepperoni, Genoa salami, banana peppers, red onions, Roma tomatoes, pepper jack, and Italian dressing on a ciabatta hoagie roll. Or go for the Spinach Alfredo Pizza topped with alfredo sauce, fresh spinach, Roma tomatoes, mushrooms, mozzarella, white onions, and black pepper. Pagalo's Pizzeria and Gelato Cafe is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 9pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 10pm, and Sunday from 4pm to 9pm. See Details
Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant Home to authentic Italian cooking, Mart Anthony's Italian Restaurant is a pet-friendly place serving dishes created from recipes passed down through generations. Those wanting to enjoy a slice alongside their furry friend can sit at one of Mart Anthony's eight outdoor tables. The Restaurant's menu includes pizza, soup, pasta, sandwiches, chicken, seafood dishes, steaks, and veal. Frequent visitors recognize Mart Anthony's as a neighborhood restaurant and recommend the antipasto salad and the sausage and peppers. The Italian Restaurant is open Monday through Friday from 11am until 10pm and Saturday and Sunday from 4pm until 10pm. See Details
Neoteca Neoteca, located in Barrington, IL, is a casual, pet friendly pizzeria and wine bar where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. There menu includes Anitpasti like Garlic Shrimp, Eggplant Parmesan, Warm Olives and Truffle Fries; salads such as Caprese, Caesar, or the Classic House with lemon olive oil and shaved Parmesan; a variety of Bruschetta, pasta dishes, and Charcuterie plates; and their wood-fired pizzas. See Details
Legno Chicago Lengo Chicago is a dog-friendly, Italian gastropub serving traditional Italian fare with a fresh, contemporary twist. Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table. Lengo's menu includes dishes such as the Jacked Up Lengo Burger, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, grilled calamari, salads, soups, seafood and more. Locals rave about the brunch options and recommend saving room for dessert. See Details
DiBenedetto Trattoria DiBenedetto Trattoria serves authentic, made from scratch Italian food. Dogs are welcome on the pet-friendly patio. See Details
Perricone's Perricone's is a dog-friendly restaurant in Fox Lake, IL where your leashed dog is welcome to join you on the outdoor patio. This restaurant serves gourmet subs, paninis, cannoli, and has gluten free and vegetarian options available to accommodate restrictive diets. Don't forget to try their Jive Turkey sub and pair it with their home pasta salad. See Details
La Sorella di Francesca This warm and inviting Italian spot serves up consistently delicious food. During the summer dogs are welcome to join their owners on the patio. See Details
Osteria Ottimo Osteria Ottimo is a dog-friendly Italian restaurant filled to the brim with statues of pigs from around the world. Guests looking to dig into a plate of pasta alongside their pooch can head to one of Osteria Ottimo's eight outdoor tables to enjoy their meal. The restaurant's menu includes daily specials such as Spaghetti and Meatballs on Tuesdays and Lasagna Night on Thursdays. It also includes Calamari, Mussels, pizzas, salads, Parmigiana, Salmone Con Lenticcie, pasta dishes, gluten-free meals, and a wide array of desserts. Locals call this the best Italian food in the area and recommend ordering a dish that incorporates the Italian sausage. Osteria Ottimo is open Monday and Tuesday from 11:30am to 9:00pm, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:30am to 10:00pm, Friday from 11:30am to 10:30pm, Saturday from 5:00pm to 10:30pm and Sunday from 4:30pm to 9:00pm. See Details
Che Figata Che Figata, located in Naperville, IL, is a trendy eatery that serves up a variety of delicious Italian fare. Fido is welcome to join you at one of their pet-friendly outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Start off with a glass of vino and an order of the Midollo Con Fave e Capperi - bone marrow, crostini, truffle, charred caper berry, fava bean, rose cipollini marmalade, and wild cherry. Next, chow down on the Che Figata Pizza topped with duck egg, crispy pork belly, fig jam, fior di latte mozzarella, parmigiano reggiano, and balsamela. Or go for the Costolette Di Agnello Alla Griglia - wood-grilled double domestic lamb chops, fregola, ricotta salata, oregano, mint, garlic, capers, house-spiced white bean puree, and charred citrus. Che Figata is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 11pm, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 12am, and Sunday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
Galati's Hideaway Galati's Hideaway, located in Cary, IL, is a casual Italian eatery and sports bar 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 cold beer and an order of the Bruschetta - toasted bread rubbed with garlic and drizzled with olive oil, topped with tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella. Next, chow down on the Wings in your choice of sauce (Mild, Hot, BBQ, Teriyaki, Mango Habanero, Honey Sriracha, Bourbon Sriracha, or Parmesan Garlic.) Or go for the Veal Marsala - veal medallions sauteed with fresh mushrooms and Marsala wine, served over fettuccine. Galati's Hideaway is open Monday through Thursday from 11am to 12am, Friday through Saturday from 11am to 2am, and Sunday from 11am to 10pm. See Details
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