Dog Friendly Restaurants in Lake Forest, IL

Oaken in Lake Forest, IL, is a contemporary American bistro and bar blending familiar comfort with creative flair. The pet-friendly 25-seat patio, dog menu, sleek lounge with craft cocktails, local beers, and eclectic wines make Oaken perfect for all-day dining, happy hour, and more. Guests can savor elevated burgers, salads, and globally inspired dishes like Braised Short Rib or Tuna Poke Bowl.

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!

Whether you are getting your early morning coffee fix or fueling up for a late night, Starbucks has you covered. This location on S Waukegan Road in Lake Forest provides four tables with dog-friendly seating. The vast menu includes a broad range of coffee drinks, tea, cold brews, and their popular Frappuccino in tons of customizable flavors. Don't forget to ask for a Puppuccino just for Fido! You can also find a light bite with breakfast options, sandwiches, bagels, parfaits, protein boxes, and baked treats. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside when you go in to order.

When visitors crave fine dining in Lake Forest, IL, they head to Le Colonial for tropical Vietnamese-French fusion fare served in an elegant setting. Dogs are welcome on the lush, dog-friendly garden patio, where guests can unwind with flavorful cuisine in the heart of the vibrant Market Square District.

Panera Bread on Waukegan Road has ten pet-friendly outdoor tables, so you can bring your dog along to dine. The popular national chain serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks. Stop by early for one of their freshly baked breakfast sandwiches, pastries, or Baked Egg Souffles. Panera Bread is known for their fresh, and clean eating salads, soups, and sandwiches like Bacon Turkey Bravo, Napa Almond Chicken Salad, and Steak and White Cheddar Panini. They have a full espresso and coffee bar where you can get signature drinks like the Hot Chocolate with Chocolate Chip Marshmallows, and Plum Ginger Hibiscus Tea. Please note that table service isn't available, so your dog will need to be tied up outside while you go in to order.

Donati's Pizza is a dog-friendly restaurant serving Italian dishes to Lake Forest locals and visitors alike. Donati's offers two four-top tables and six two-top tables to dog owners wanting to sip on a local craft beer alongside their pooch. The pizzeria's menu includes appetizers, pizzas, calzones, sandwiches, wings, ribs, salads, pasta dishes, and more. Diners with room for dessert can indulge in a cookie, cannoli, cheesecake slice, or tiramisu. Donati's Pizza is open Sunday from 4:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday through Thursday from 10:30am to 9:00pm and Friday and Saturday from 10:30am to 10:30pm.

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar is a dog-friendly eatery in Vernon Hills, IL, where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table on the enclosed patio and even gets to order from a dog menu! Diners can enjoy items like wok-fired chicken, house-made pot roast, burgers and seasonal specials, as well as handcrafted cocktails and small-batch beers.

Side Lot Brewery welcomes leashed pups to join you at a table on their outdoor patio in Wauconda, IL. This dog-friendly brewery serves up craft beer, microbrews, craft spirits, boutique wine, and locally roasted coffee. They even have a dog menu for Fido featuring a Good Boy Burger, chicken or bacon & rice, and a cup of kibble all served on a take-home frisbee!

Docks Bar and Grill is a dog-friendly restaurant in Wauconda, IL where Fido can join you at a table on the outdoor deck. Their dog menu includes chicken and hamburger options! Dog owners can enjoy burgers, sandwiches, flatbreads, and house favorites like cheese lasagna, meatloaf, and boneless pork chops.

Dawg Park Gourmet Grill in Glenview, IL, serves up American fast-food fusion with Asian style in a restaurant that is dog-friendly, dog-themed, and welcoming to all well-behaved canines outdoors and indoors. Humans enjoy classic diner fare served out of stainless steel bowls.

Fido is welcome on one of the largest dog-friendly patios in Chicago, IL, at The Bad Apple, a neighborhood gastropub known for creative burgers, scratch-made comfort food, and an extensive beer selection. The menu features the Elvis' Last Supper burger, Slow Burn burger, authentic poutine, smoked salmon salad, fried cheese curds, and house-made pickles and ketchup.

Convito Cafe & Market is a dog-friendly European restaurant at Plaza del Lago in Wilmette, IL. Owners can enjoy lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch outside on the patio with umbrella-shaded tables. The menu features French and Italian dishes like beignets, spaghetti & meatballs, and steak frites, along with wine and cocktails.

Wolfden Brewing Company is a dog-friendly restaurant and brewery in Bloomingdale, IL, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table on the patio. Canine companions can enjoy a Bark Beer or a milk bone and peanut butter treat from the dog menu! The human menu features pretzel bites, chicken sandwiches, corn dogs and more.

Jesse Oaks serves burgers, pizza, quesadillas, and daily drink specials. Spacious patio welcomes dogs.

Great little place. Only serves bourbon and gin, but does it like it was ART! Very fun! Also, Dog friendly due to very cool owners.

Le Peep, located in Mount Prospect, IL, is a casual, pet friendly cafe where Fido is welcome to join you at an outdoor table for breakfast or lunch. They offer a diverse menu of breakfast and lunch delicacies including French Toast, Belgian Waffles, Chicken Fried Steak, a Pancake Sandwich, Crepes, several types of Benedicts, egg white omelets, Frittatas, sandwiches, burgers, fresh salads, build your own oatmeal and more. Be sure to check out their drink offerings like smoothies, juices, cocktails and coffee, and their Pancake of the Month.

Prairie House is a cozy, family-owned pub and grill in Buffalo Grove, IL with two dog-friendly patios. Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at outdoor tables while you enjoy your meal. Their menu offers a variety of refreshing drinks and traditional American eats like burgers, ribs, tacos, wraps, chicken tenders and more.

Timothy O'Toole's Pub is a dog-friendly restaurant with a location in Libertyville, IL. Fido is welcome at outdoor tables, and there's even a dog menu! This family-owned establishment is renowned for its scratch kitchen featuring award-winning wings, hearty pub favorites, and specialty cocktails, complemented by an impressive selection of local craft beers.

The Chatterbox of Long Grove is a dog-friendly restaurant in Long Grove, IL, where Fido can join you at an outdoor table. The menu includes appetizers like charcuterie boards, deviled eggs with chili sauce, fried calamari, truffle and loaded fries, and tequila lime shrimp cocktail. Diners can also enjoy burgers, street tacos, wings, and entrees like BBQ ribs and fish & chips.

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!