Dog Friendly American Restaurants in Darien, IL

A quick, casual restaurant chain, Buona Beef is a dog-friendly spot to find Original Italian Beef in Darien. Visitors wanting to enjoy a dish from its menu, which is a blend of old-school Chicago classics and next-generation choices, can do so alongside Fido at one of its four outdoor tables. Buona Beef's menu includes salads, soups, hand-rolled pizzas, barbeque dishes, sandwiches, paninis, burgers, hot dogs, and classics such as its Meatballs Marinara sub, Charbroiled Sausage, and Gravy Bread. Those with room for dessert can indulge in Hand-Filled Cannoli, Fresh Baked Oatmeal Raisin Cookies, a Ghiradelli Fudge Brownie, and Hand Mixed Shakes. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Darien 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.

TGI Fridays provides a diverse menu with familiar favorites sure to please your whole pack. You can bring Fido to this location on 75th Street in Darien where there are five dog-friendly tables outside. The menu items range from wings and salads to burgers and sandwiches. Signature mains include plates like ribs, chicken fingers, salmon, and pasta. The beverage selection is eclectic and refreshing with cocktails and beer as well as non-alcoholic options like smoothies and slushes.

Carriage Greens Country Club is a dog-friendly restaurant serving a variety of dishes in its Sandtrap Grill. Guests wanting to dine alongside their dog can sit at one of the Grill's outdoor tables to enjoy a plate of Drunken Dirty Chips, smothered in buffalo chicken, blue cheese sauce, scallions, beer bacon, and tabasco fried onions. Its menu includes pasta, soups, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches, chicken, seafood, and beef entrees, and more. Visitors to the Grill recommend ordering the Fish 'n Chips. Carriage Greens Country Club is open Sunday through Friday from 9am to 10pm and Saturday from 9am to 2am.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a dog-friendly eatery in Naperville, IL, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table and can even order from a dog menu! They serve handcrafted American food and drink with seasonally-inspired ingredients. Enjoy items like a BBQ ranch bacon burger, bison meatloaf, chicken lettuce wraps and a cobb salad.

Located in the historic Gaylord Building, 1 of only 28 National Trust Historic Sites in the entire country, Public Landing Restaurant welcomes Fido to enjoy outdoor dining at its finest on their beautiful and spacious dog-friendly patio in Lockport, IL. They even have a dog menu featuring Yappetizer dishes for your pup! After your meal, wind down with a walk along the old I&M Canal or through the Lincoln Landing Park.

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.

Two Hound Red Brewing Co is a brewery and restaurant located in downtown Glen Ellyn, IL. Fido is welcome to join you on the outside shaded patio. This dog-friendly eatery offers shareables, burgers, soups, salads and more to pair with your craft beer of choice. You can order a BBQ Frisbee (pizza) for the table to share or snag a Good Boy burger for yourself.

Located inside a historic building, Babcock's Grove House has fifteen pet-friendly tables where you can sit outside with your dog. Babcock's specializes in Midwestern comfort foods and a selection of local and regional craft brews. The menu changes based on the season but may include Chicken Schnitzel and Lingonberry or Blue Cheese Sriracha Meatloaf. They also offer a selection of burgers like the Creamy Horseradish, Turkey Shallot, and Sweet Smokey Potato Bean Burger. Ask your server for the day's selection of desserts.

Hamburgerseria is a dog-friendly restaurant serving gourmet burgers in Joliet. Visitors to Hamburgerseria can bring Fido and head to one of its three outdoor tables to enjoy a meal alongside their furry friend. The restaurant's menu includes starters such as Kosher Pickle Fries, Buffalo Tots, and Loaded Chips, as well as salads, burgers, sandwiches, paninis, hot dogs, and more. Its range of burgers include a Philly Cheese Burger, Black Bean Burger, Breakfast Burger, and Italiano Burger. Hamburgerseria is open seven days a week from 11am to 9pm.

Eris Brewery and Cider House in Chicago, IL, serves craft beer, hard cider, and a diverse food menu, all under one roof in historic Old Irving Park. Patio tables are pet friendly only Monday through Thursday when the weather is warm. They don't offer a full dog menu but do have a "dog bowl" menu item for Fido!

Rooster's Barn & Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Bloomingdale, IL, where Fido is welcome at outdoor tables. They breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. The restaurant is known for their Best Fried Chicken Dinner, which is served after 2 PM each day. There are also options like tacos, burgers, sandwiches and kabobs.

Backroads Pub and Grill is a dog-friendly American restaurant located in Plainfield, IL. Fido is welcome to join you for a meal on their outdoor patio and order off the dog menu. They are known for offering 17 different burger designs to pair with a signature cocktail!

Lavergne's Tavern is a neighborhood gem in Berwyn, IL. This pet-friendly restaurant invites Fido to join you at an umbrella-covered table on their outdoor brick patio. Try an order of their Buffalo chicken wings or cheese curds along with a burger or the chicken tortellini. For dessert, you can indulge in their churro sundae.

Girl in the Park in Orland Park, IL serves a flavorful array of handcrafted eats in a casual and contemporary setting with a seasonal dog-friendly outside patio. Patrons can satisfy their hunger on menu options such as housemade chili, chicken Caesar salad, pork wings, Reubens, meatball sandwiches, sweet and spicy burgers, margarita pizza, hanger steak, and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Owners are encouraged to call ahead to confirm the patio availability.

Parson's Chicken and Fish, located in Chicago, 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 outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Try an order of the cheese curd fritters with potatoes, cream, confit garlic, aged cheddar and jalapeno, served with buttermilk dressing. Next, chow down on the fish sandwich with beer-battered fish, slaw, American cheese, hot sauce, aioli and North Star pickles, served with house-made potato chips.

Rockwell's Neighborhood Grill offers hearty burgers and sandwiches and dog-friendly patio seating, weather permitting. Other menu choices include Louisiana eggrolls, spinach salad, blackened fish tacos, pork chops, and carne asada, plus a wide selection of craft, bottled, and canned beer. Opens at noon during the week and 10am on weekends.

Culver's is a dog-friendly restaurant serving its signature ButterBurgers and fresh frozen custard to Orland Park 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.

Rebel Kitchen + Bar in Lombard, IL. Your four-legged best friend is welcome to join you on the shaded patio for a bite. Their menu includes lobster spring rolls, crispy honey chicken, short-rib grilled cheese and summer risotto. Brunch is also available on select days.

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.