Dog-Friendly Patios in Chicago, Eat & Drink With Your Dog
It's patio weather, and your dog is invited. These Chicago restaurants, breweries, and bars welcome dogs on the patio, and every one has a live deal worth showing up for. From Logan Square beer gardens to Lincoln Park sidewalk tables, here's where to grab a drink with your pup this summer.
What makes a patio actually dog-friendly
Not every "dogs allowed" patio is built for a good time with your dog. Look for these:
- Water bowls & pup cups. The best spots keep water out and many breweries hand out a free "pup cup" of whipped cream.
- Shade & space. Beer gardens and wide sidewalk patios beat a hot, cramped two-top for a dog on an 80° afternoon.
- A real welcome. Dog treats behind the bar, a posted dog menu, or staff who greet your dog by name signal a true dog spot.
- Leashed & outdoors only. Illinois lets venues allow dogs on the patio (not indoors); keep your dog leashed and order people food only.
Rules vary by venue, call ahead if your visit depends on bringing your dog. See also our full Chicago patio guide for every outdoor deal in the city.
Top picks: Chicago's most-loved dog-friendly patios
The highest-rated, most-reviewed spots on the list, each with a live deal.
Ramen-San Deluxe / Tallboy Ta
Daily Special · Streeterville
Lucky Hour: Monday-Friday from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, featuring $5 Asahi Cold Draft beer, $6 Cold Dry Sake, $7 Penicillin #2, $4 Fried Chicken Bun, $5 Roasted Shishitos, and $6 Karaage Chicken Nuggets. Di
Jake Melnick'S Corner Tap
Happy Hour · River North
Happy Hour: Monday - Friday, 4 PM - 7 PM. Specials include select drafts for $7.00, choice of red, white, or rosé wine for $10.00, well mixed drinks for $8.00, and $4.00 off fan favorite table snacks
The Gage
Happy Hour · The Loop
Happy Hour (Mon-Thu 2-5pm, bar only): $10 House Old Fashioned, French 75, and featured cocktail
Reggie'S Bar & Grill / Reggie'S Music Club
Daily Special · South Loop
$8.32 House Salad (Thursday 9 AM - 12 AM)
Broken English Taco Pub
Daily Special · The Loop
Wednesday 3-6pm: $6 Basic B*tch Margaritas
The Whale Chicago
Happy Hour · Logan Square
Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5-7 PM: $8 cocktails (Whale G&T, Old Fashioned, Cherry Mule, Espresso Martini, Seasonal Sangria, North of Havana), $8 wine by the glass (Adami Prosecco, Wildsong Sauvignon Blanc, Fo
Smoque Bbq
Daily Special · Portage Park
Brisket Taco Kit (Available Tues-Thurs) - 3 crispy tacos with chopped marinated brisket, cilantro, onion, queso fresco, and chile de arbol salsa ($15.00)
Federales
Happy Hour · West Loop
Happy Hour Tuesday - Friday: 4pm–6pm with $8 Queso Blanco, $9 Taquitos, $9 Guacamole, $12 Grande Nachos, $9 Select Margaritas, $20 Select Buckets of Beer
Dog-friendly patios by neighborhood
The Loop
12 spots- The Gage4.5Happy HourHappy Hour (Mon-Thu 2-5pm, bar only): $10 House Old Fashioned, French 75, and featured cocktail
- Broken English Taco Pub4.5Daily SpecialWednesday 3-6pm: $6 Basic B*tch Margaritas
- Chicago Athletic Association4.6Happy HourGame Room Happy Hour: Monday-Friday 3-5 PM, $10 wings and Old Style combos, half-off pitchers
- Sweetwater4.3Happy HourHappy Hour
- DEVIL DAWGS ON STATE STREET, LLC4.4Daily Special$2 OFF Chicago Hot Dogs All Day Saturday Only
- Pizanos4.1Daily SpecialThursday $5 martinis, margaritas, and Manhattans (as of June 2021).
- Gino'S East Of Chicago4.4Happy HourHappy Hour Mon-Thurs 4-6 PM: 50% off thin crust pizzas (with drink purchase, limit one per party), $5 Gino's drafts + wine, $6 mixed drinks
- South Branch4.6LoyaltyMake Someone's Day Better
- Remington'S4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Monday-Friday 4-6 PM: $5 select Wine and Beer, $1 Oysters
- Emerald Loop Bar & Grill4.2Happy HourHappy Hour Mon-Fri 3-7pm with daily drink specials, including $6 Mimosas and $6 Bloody Marys
- The Oakville Grill & Cellar4.8Happy HourHappy Hour: Mon-Fri 4-6pm in the bar area only, featuring $6 Wines by the Glass, $9 Martinis, $8 Spritzes, and featured snacks like Grilled Cheese, Crispy Chicken Sliders, and a Green Chili Cheeseburg
- Elephant & Castle Pub4.3Happy HourHappy Hour Monday-Friday 3-6 PM: $6 domestic draughts (Carlsberg, Coors Light, Miller Lite, Michelob Ultra, Modelo Especial), $6 house wine (Beringer Main & Vine Pinot Grigio & Cabernet), and $6 share
Lincoln Park
3 spots- Homeslyce Wheel House4.6Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday – Friday from 3pm – 6pm with $9 spritzes, $10 espresso martinis, $12 charcuterie boards, $8 hummus, $9 Italian snack, $7 Caesar salad, $8 Cali salad, $9 two smashburger sliders, and
- Homeslide4.6Happy HourHappy Hour
- Homeslice4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Monday - Friday from 3pm - 6pm: $9 spritzes, $10 espresso martinis, $12 charcuterie boards, $7 glass of the day (red, white or rose), $5 select beers, $8 hummus, $9 Italian snack, $7 Caesar
Logan Square
3 spots- The Whale Chicago4.7Happy HourHappy Hour Mon-Fri 5-7 PM: $8 cocktails (Whale G&T, Old Fashioned, Cherry Mule, Espresso Martini, Seasonal Sangria, North of Havana), $8 wine by the glass (Adami Prosecco, Wildsong Sauvignon Blanc, Fo
- Lula Cafe4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Mon, Thu-Sun 4:30 PM - 6 PM with discounted select wines, beer, and cocktails, and a limited snack menu including small snacks for $6 (chickpea frites, beet bruschetta, caesar salad, or hou
- Longman & Eagle4.6Happy HourHappy Hour
River North
3 spots- Jake Melnick'S Corner Tap4.5Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Friday, 4 PM - 7 PM. Specials include select drafts for $7.00, choice of red, white, or rosé wine for $10.00, well mixed drinks for $8.00, and $4.00 off fan favorite table snacks
- Siena Tavern4.6Happy HourHappy Hour daily from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM with $3 tacos, $3 off craft cocktails, and $2 off draft beer and house wine.
- Barrio / Bodega4.4Happy HourHappy Hour Daily 4-6 PM: $9 Margaritas, $5 Beer (Tecate, Corona), $5 Chips & Dips (Queso Americano, Guacamole, Chips & Salsa), $5 Bites (Chicken Empanadas, Tuna Poke Wonton, Tacos - chicken, steak, or
Streeterville
3 spots- Ramen-San Deluxe / Tallboy Ta4.8Daily SpecialLucky Hour: Monday-Friday from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, featuring $5 Asahi Cold Draft beer, $6 Cold Dry Sake, $7 Penicillin #2, $4 Fried Chicken Bun, $5 Roasted Shishitos, and $6 Karaage Chicken Nuggets. Di
- Doc B'S Fresh Kitchen4.7Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Friday, 5 pm - 7 pm, with $9 Glasses of Wine, $3 off all Liquor (including Cocktails, Martinis & Mixed Drinks), $2 Off Draft Beer, and $1 Off Bottled Beer.
- Cupitol Coffee & Eatery4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Monday-Friday 4-5:30 PM: $9 cocktails, $9 house wine, $5 beer, $8 shareables, $15 handhelds
West Loop
3 spots- Federales4.5Happy HourHappy Hour Tuesday - Friday: 4pm–6pm with $8 Queso Blanco, $9 Taquitos, $9 Guacamole, $12 Grande Nachos, $9 Select Margaritas, $20 Select Buckets of Beer
- Monteverde4.7Happy HourAperitivo Hour/Happy Hour Tue-Fri, 2:30pm-4:30pm
- Boqueria4.6Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday-Friday 3-6pm, Saturday-Sunday 4-6pm (includes $9 sangria by the glass, $37 sangria pitchers, $5 Estrella Galicia beer, $9 house wine, and a focused tapas menu with items like Croque
Avondale
2 spots- Kuma'S Corner4.6Daily SpecialEvery Monday: $2 off Small Mac & $4 off Large Mac
- Honey Butter Fried Chicken4.5Daily SpecialWednesdays: Kids Eat Free (with adult entree purchase, dine-in only) and $9 Glasses of Wine all day.
Bucktown
2 spots- The Leavitt Street Inn & Tavern4.9Daily SpecialSmash burger deal for $20 with a beer and a shot on Monday and Tuesday
- Irazu4.7Happy HourHappy Hour
Gold Coast
2 spots- Rh4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Bites (Mon-Thurs 2-5pm): Brussel Sprouts, Salmon Bruschetta, Coconut Shrimp, Tomato Bruschetta, Risotto Balls, Lollipop Lamb Chops, Truffle Fries.
- Shore Club4.5Daily SpecialTequila Tuesday: Every Tuesday, all day: $10 Tequila Cocktails and $55 Patrón Margarita Tree (also advertised as half off tequila cocktails and half off the Patron Margarita Tree).
Lakeview
2 spots- Sushi-san - Lakeview4.9Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Thursday | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM & Friday - Sunday | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Specials include $6 Japanese Beer, Sake, Wine; $10 Cocktails (Old Fashioned & Third Eye Vision); and $6 Sushi-s
- Bluebird4.6Daily SpecialLunch Specials
North Center
2 spots- The Bad Apple4.6Happy HourHappy Hour Monday-Friday 3PM-6PM: $10 Appetizers, $6 Taps (all 50), $5 Off Specialty Cocktails, $3 Off All Glasses of Wine
- Lou Malnalti'S Pizzeria4.5Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday-Thursday 3:00-5:00 pm with $6 beers, $6 wine, $6 personal deep dish or small thin crust, $8 cocktails, and $8 appetizers (dine-in only).
Pilsen
2 spots- 5 Rabanitos4.5BrunchSaturday & Sunday Brunch
- QUESABIRRIA JALISCO RESTAURANT4.8Daily SpecialFamily Packs (24 tacos with 6 consommé for $82, 40 tacos with 10 consommé for $134)
Uptown
2 spotsWicker Park
2 spots- Big Star4.4Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday-Thursday, 4-6 PM (1/2 off nachos, $12 Classic Margarita, $8 Ranch Water, $8 Tequila and Limeade or Hibiscus Agua Fresca, $4 Pacifico, $3 Shot of the Day)
- Paradise Park4.6Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Friday, 3pm - 6pm, with specials including $9 spritzes, $8 espresso martinis, $10 charcuterie boards, $7 glass of the day (red, white or rose), $5 select beers, $6 caesar salad, $
Wrigleyville
2 spots- Happy Camper Wrigleyville4.8Happy HourHappytizers during Happy Hour: Jalapeño Homies ($6), Hummus ($8), Caesar Salad ($7), Cali Salad ($8), Two Crunchy Beef Tacos ($8), Two Smashburger Sliders ($9) Mon-Fri 3-6pm
- Sluggers Grill4.2Happy HourDaily Happy Hour (Monday-Sunday) 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM: $1.00 off beer and well drinks; $1.00 off all food
Andersonville
1 spot- Lady Gregory'S4.5Happy HourHappy Hour (Every day, starting at 5 PM)
Elgin
1 spot- Old Republic [Kitchen + Bar]4.4Happy HourHappy Hour Monday-Friday 2PM-5PM: $7.50 High Noon Cans
Jefferson Park
1 spot- Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club4.6Daily SpecialCHICKEN BACON RANCH PASTA SALAD ($12.00-1lb)
Lincoln Square
1 spot- Garcia's Restaurant4.3Daily SpecialTuesday: Two Ground Beef Tacos with choice of beans & Spanish rice for $9.99 (dine-in only)
Lincolnshire
1 spot- Big Bowl Lincolnshire4.5Happy HourHappy Hour (Monday - Friday: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM, dine-in only in the bar): $5 draught beer, $5 seasonal sangria, $7 featured wines by the glass, $5 Steamed Edamame, Spicy Sichuan Green Beans, Sesame Pe
Little Village
1 spot- La Catedral Cafe Little Village4.4Daily SpecialNow serving birria chilaquiles
Oak Brook
1 spot- Old Town Pour House @ Oakbrook4.5Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday-Friday 3-6 pm, $2 off all beer, well drinks, and wine glasses
Oak Lawn
1 spot- Baba Saj - Palos Hills4.4Daily Special10% off your order for joining
Oak Park
1 spot- Lou Malnati's Pizzeria4.4Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM ($6 beers, $6 wine, $6 personal deep dish or small thin crust, $8 cocktails, $8 appetizers)
Old Town
1 spot- Happy Camper4.6Happy HourHappy Hour: Monday - Friday, 3 PM - 6 PM, with specials including $10 Espresso Martinis, $9 Spritzes (Aperol Spritz, Paradise Spritz, or Trailer Park Queen), $7 Glass of the Day (red, white, or rosé),
Palatine
1 spot- Superdawg Drive-In4.5Daily SpecialAugust 25th event: Beer for Superdawg Keep the Glass Night with $5 refills and a special beer release (first 200 get a Superdawg sample)
Portage Park
1 spot- Smoque Bbq4.6Daily SpecialBrisket Taco Kit (Available Tues-Thurs) - 3 crispy tacos with chopped marinated brisket, cilantro, onion, queso fresco, and chile de arbol salsa ($15.00)
Roscoe Village
1 spot- Turquoise Restaurant4.6BrunchSunday Turkish Brunch Prix Fixe
South Loop
1 spot- Reggie'S Bar & Grill / Reggie'S Music Club4.5Daily Special$8.32 House Salad (Thursday 9 AM - 12 AM)
Ukrainian Village
1 spot- Maple & Ash4.5Happy HourEight Bar (Happy Hour - Mon-Fri 3-6pm): $8 Mini Martinis (Cosmo-ish, Tito's Martini, Japanese Sidecar, Espressotini); $8 Handrolls (King Crab & Truffle, Spicy Tuna, Salmon Miso, Hamachi Jalapeno, Shri
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Dog-friendly patio FAQ
Are dogs allowed on restaurant patios in Chicago?
Yes, Illinois lets municipalities permit dogs on outdoor patios, and many Chicago restaurants, breweries, and bars opt in. Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio (not indoor dining rooms), typically must stay leashed, and food is ordered for people only. Always confirm with the venue, since each spot sets its own rules.
Which Chicago neighborhoods have the most dog-friendly patios?
Across 312Deals' corpus, the strongest neighborhoods right now are The Loop, Lincoln Park, Logan Square, River North, Streeterville. Beer gardens and brewery patios tend to be the most dog-welcoming.
Do dog-friendly patios serve water for dogs?
Most dedicated dog-friendly patios keep water bowls on hand, and breweries with beer gardens almost always do. Shade, a leash-friendly layout, and the occasional 'pup cup' or dog treat are good signs a patio genuinely welcomes dogs rather than just tolerating them.
Can I find happy hours and deals at dog-friendly patios?
Yes, every venue on this page has at least one live deal in our database (happy hour, daily special, brunch, or seasonal). It's a patio season two-for-one: bring the dog and catch a deal. Deals are re-verified weekly.