Complete guide to dog ownership in Albany Park, Chicago. River and Horner DFAs, dog-friendly patios, local vets, and practical walking tips for this diverse North Side neighborhood.
$25-35/walk
Learn more →$50-85/night
Learn more →$30-55/day
Learn more →$20-30/visit
Learn more →$50-100/day
Learn more →All Chicago off-leash parks require a Dog Friendly Area (DFA) permit ($10/year).
DFA Permit Guide →5100 N. Francisco Ave., Chicago, IL 60625
2741 W. Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL 60618
3058 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
Neighborhood dive bar since 2007 with live music, karaoke, and trivia nights. Women-owned with a welcoming vibe.
Dogs welcome inside AND on patio - one of the few indoor dog-friendly bars in Chicago. Staff keeps treats on hand for four-legged regulars.
2933 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Dive bar since 1976 with live music every night, craft beer selection, and spacious back yard/beer garden.
Dogs welcome inside AND in the yard. Water bowls provided. One of the most dog-friendly dive bars on the North Side.
4055 W Peterson Ave, Chicago, IL 60646
Award-winning craft brewery (home of Le Jus Hazy IPA) with taproom and beer garden near North Park. BYOF welcome.
Dogs welcome inside taproom and on patio. Water bowls provided. Must stay leashed. Grab tacos from nearby and bring to enjoy with your beer.
4744 N Kimball Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Hybrid coffee shop and cocktail bar steps from Kimball Brown Line. Big booths, outlets, and $2.50 Hamm's. Coffee by day, cocktails by night.
Dog-friendly patio with ample seating. Bring a water bowl as patio gets sunny during peak hours. Perfect post-walk spot.
3026 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Family-owned since 1962 with 140+ wines and barrel-aged beers. Wine Spectator Award winner. Live jazz Wed and Sat.
Dogs welcome on outdoor patio (added 2017). Leashed dogs at outdoor tables. Upscale-casual neighborhood gem.
4701 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Beloved Persian restaurant with kebabs, stews, and fresh bread. BYOB. Part of the Albany Park global dining scene.
Dogs welcome on small outdoor patio. BYOB so bring wine and enjoy Persian cuisine with your pup.
Inland location reduces lake effect wind, but shaded sidewalks can ice over. River-adjacent routes get slick; use arterials after snow and rinse paws after salted walks.
Chicago Winter Walking Guide →2752 W Lawrence Ave, Suite 3, Chicago, IL 60625
4314 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
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