Complete guide to dog ownership in Gold Coast, Chicago. Premium vet care (Bond Vet, Gold Coast Animal Hospital), nearby DFA parks (Wiggly Field, Lake Shore East), upscale dog-friendly patios, and doorman building protocols for this affluent lakefront neighborhood.
$25-35/walk
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Learn more →All Chicago off-leash parks require a Dog Friendly Area (DFA) permit ($10/year).
DFA Permit Guide →2645 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
450 E Benton Pl, Chicago, IL 60601
8 W Maple St, Chicago, IL 60610
Upscale wood-fired steakhouse from celebrity chef Danny Grant. All-season heated patio at Rush & Maple intersection.
Well-behaved dogs welcome on heated outdoor patio. Water bowls provided. Reservations recommended for patio seating.
18 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL 60611
Gold Coast neighborhood bar and restaurant since 2005. Prime people-watching patio on tree-lined Bellevue Place.
Dogs welcome on outdoor patio seating. Water bowls available on request. Popular for weekend brunch with dogs.
1112 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610
Mediterranean restaurant with 90-seat yacht-club style patio. Seasonal outdoor dining with lush greenery and string lights.
Dogs welcome on spacious patio - quieter alternative to busy Rush Street spots. Staff brings water for pups.
1015 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Thompson Hotel seafood-focused Italian with house-made pasta. Sophisticated sidewalk patio on Rush Street.
Dogs welcome on sidewalk patio. White-tablecloth dining with dog-friendly attitude. Water bowls provided.
52 W Elm St, Chicago, IL 60610
Art Smith's modern American comfort food. Charming garden patio named one of Chicago's best outdoor dining spaces.
Dogs welcome on garden patio. Tranquil setting away from Rush Street bustle. Staff often greets four-legged guests with treats.
1028 N Rush St, Chicago, IL 60611
Legendary Chicago steakhouse since 1989. Classic Gold Coast power dining with bustling sidewalk patio.
Dogs welcome on sidewalk patio tables. High-energy scene - best for social dogs comfortable with crowds.
Lake Michigan proximity creates brutal wind chill on lakefront blocks. East-west streets channel "The Hawk." However, excellent sidewalk maintenance - many buildings have private snow removal and some have heated sidewalks. Doorman buildings provide shelter for quick breaks.
Chicago Winter Walking Guide →4 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60610
225 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60610
Mon-Tue 8AM-7PM, Wed 8AM-6PM, Thu 8AM-7PM, Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 9AM-4PM, Sun Closed
1166 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642
Mon-Tue 8AM-7PM, Wed 8AM-5PM, Thu 8AM-7PM, Fri 8AM-6PM, Sat 8AM-2PM, Sun Closed
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