Dog-Friendly Restaurants Near You: Our Paw & Plate Picks near Portage Park, IL

I think we can all agree that the best dinner date has 4 paws and loves belly rubs! Our team members have put together their favorite dog friendly restaurants and coffee shops in the area. So grab your pup, a leash, and get ready to enjoy the pet friendly patios that Portage Park and the surrounding neighborhoods have to offer! Please note - most pet friendly restaurant patios are seasonal and weather dependent.

Portage Grounds

Want to start off your day with a delicious cup of coffee, or need an afternoon pick-me-up? Walker Lindsay recommends Portage Grounds, a local coffee shop in Portage Park that welcomes your pup-puccino on its outdoor patio during the summer months. Pair your cup of joe with a croissant, scone, or muffin. They even have gluten-free options. Don’t forget the pup cup!

Eris Brewery and Cider House

Another rec from walker Lindsay, Eris Brewery and Cider House is the paw-fect spot for a quick bite or happy hour! You don’t even have to worry about sharing a bite with your pup… as they even have puppy bowls on the menu! Because your 4-legged companion deserves to be treated, just like you do!

Daily Bar & Grill

A favorite of walker Christina, Daily Bar & Grill, near Lincoln Square in Chicago is a trendy bar and eatery that serves as the perfect spot for an outdoor date night… with your 4-legged date of course! They’ve got just about everything you could want a taste of, from sandwiches and burgers, to jambalaya, tacos, pizza, and fresh salads, I’m paw-sitive even your pup will be beggin’ for a bite!

Crosby's Kitchen

Crosby’s Kitchen in Niles, IL is another team favorite recommendation from lead walker, Karen! Craving delicious wood-fired American cuisine? Head out to the Crosby’s Kitchen patio with your pup in tow! Even your pup can have a taste of fine dining here, as they have a dog-friendly menu! Ask your server for details on dog friendly menu items. Bone appétit!

A few other dog-friendly recs from the team include Longman and Eagle, Reno, Pizza Lobo, and Pilot Project Brewing company. Bone-appetit!