Dog-Friendly Chicago
By Citysearch Editors, Chicago
We've sniffed out the city's best spots for a full day of doggie nirvana. So grab a leash and lap up the fun.
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Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel
171 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Pets of all sizes are welcome free of charge. Amenities for furry friends include pet beds, feeding bowls and treats.
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Hotel Monaco Chicago
225 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
The free pet-friendly policy at this colorful boutique hotel includes treats, doggie bed, plus walking and sitting services. -
The Palmer House Hilton
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
This classic Loop hotel welcomes pets 75 pounds or less, free of charge; dogs must use the service elevator. -
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
20 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL
Dogs under 20 pounds are welcome free of charge at this cosmopolitan Gold Coast hotel. -
The Fairmont Chicago
200 North Columbus Drive, Chicago, IL
Within walking distance of Grant Park, this downtown hotel allows pets under 20 pounds for a fee of $25.
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Pet Stuff
509 N LaSalle St + 1201 N. Clark at Division St., Chicago, IL
River North pet-supply store stocks food, litter, toys, accessories, clothes and more; brands include Science Diet, Wellness, Eukanuba and Innova. -
Sit!
2316 W Leland Ave, Chicago, IL
Cats and dogs get washed, cut and coiffed from this groomer; toys, treats, feeders and other products sold in boutique. -
Off the Leash Pet Boutique
4955 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL
Full-service pet shop sells grooming products, human-grade pet food, leashes, collars, toys, brushes and more; dog wash on the premises. -
For Dog's Sake
1757 N Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL
There's more to dog food than kibbles and bits at this health-oriented pet shop. -
Barker & Meowsky
1003 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL
Animal boutique for those who believe pets are people, too. -
4 Legs
3809 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
A pet-lover's paradise with necessities and fancy gift items for four-legged friends. -
Sam & Willy's
3405 N Paulina St, Chicago, IL
This tiny Lakeview boutique caters to pets and the people who love to pamper them.
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Grace Noethling Park (Wiggly Field)
2645 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL
With a fake mailbox for marking territory and a doggy-sized water fountain, this is the city's only sanctioned off-leash space. -
Susan Kimmelman Off-Leash Dog Beach (Montrose Dog Beach)
Wilson Ave at Lake Michigan, Chicago, IL
Everyone goes leashless at the city's first totally legal dog beach. -
Wicker Park
Damen & Milwaukee, Chicago, IL
The southeast corner of the park has a fenced-in area allowing pooches to wander off-leash. -
Hamlin Park
3035 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL
Dogs roam free inside the fenced-in area at Hoyne and Wellington. Two handy plastic bag dispensers provide easy cleanup. -
Belmont Harbor Dog Beach
Belmont Harbor Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL
It's not officially sanctioned by the city, but plenty of pooches play on this tiny beach next to the lakefront path.
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Brasserie Jo
59 W Hubbard St, Chicago, IL
Bring Fifi to this French restaurant, and she'll get water, a free plate of steak tartare, and probably some canine company. -
Gallery Cafe
1760 W North Ave, Chicago, IL
Four-legged customers love this Wicker Park hang's "doggy biscotti" so much, they lead their owners right to the patio. -
Pauline's
1754 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL
This breakfast spot's a popular hangout for pooches who get a bowl of water while their owners dine on the patio. -
Uncommon Ground
1214 W Grace, Chicago, IL
This Lakeview coffeehouse warmly welcomes dogs on the patio, where they can lap up water and munch on dog biscuits. -
Joey's Brickhouse
1258 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
The tree-shaded patio is the perfect spot for your pup to sup on treats and water.
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Pooch Hotel
2228 N Clybourn Ave, Chicago, IL
Canine boarding, day care, grooming spa and boutique features climate-controlled indoor environment, synthetic grass, aromatherapy baths and saltwater swimming pool. -
Urban Out Sitters
161 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Pet-care services including day care, boarding, dog walking, daily in-home visits, house-sitting and more.
