Complete guide to dog ownership in Old Irving Park, Chicago. Horner Park DFA with small dog area, historic Villa District walking routes, dog-friendly breweries, vet care, and insider tips for this quiet, family-friendly 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 →2741 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
4240 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Chicago's first women-owned brewery and cider house, housed in a restored 1920s Masonic Temple with 20ft ceilings, reclaimed wood, and large windows. Full bar with inclusive menu for all diets.
Patio tables are pet-friendly Monday through Thursday only. Dog bowl available on menu. Outdoor patio accommodates 60-80 people with heated area.
3800 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Legendary Texas-style BBQ since 2006, consistently ranked among the best BBQ in Chicago. BYOB. Brisket, ribs, and pulled pork smoked on-site daily.
Summer outdoor patio available. BYOB-friendly. Call ahead to confirm dog policy for patio seating.
4009 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Artisan sausage house featuring housemade brats, kielbasa, and Chicago dogs. Polish family recipes. Beer garden patio ("The Wurst Patio You've Ever Seen") with 50 additional seats.
Beer garden patio with picnic benches. Contact restaurant to confirm current dog policy for outdoor seating.
4419 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Award-winning brewery (GABF Gold Medalist) with a massive 200-seat beer hall and wood-fired kitchen. Known for the "Beezer" IPA. The namesake brewery of the neighborhood.
Dogs welcome on the outdoor patio (Montrose Ave side). Water bowls provided. Great stop after a walk at nearby Mayfair Park.
Tree-lined streets provide some wind protection but can cause heavy leaf/branch debris after storms. Snow must be cleared by 10PM (daytime snow) or 10AM (overnight snow) - $50-500 fines. Winter overnight parking ban on arterials (Irving Park Rd, Pulaski, Cicero) Dec 1 - Apr 1, 3AM-7AM. Residential streets generally well-plowed due to family density.
Chicago Winter Walking Guide →5419 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
4314 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
3510 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
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