Located along the Chicago Riverwalk at Sheraton Grand Chicago, this casual, pet-friendly patio offers views of the water, city architecture and passing boats. Guests can choose burgers, milkshakes, and frozen cocktails with breezes from the river and plenty of people-watching. The spot is directly on the 1.25-mile Riverwalk. A Bark Menu is available for dogs.
Petterino's
Al fresco dining in the sun on Petterino’s extended outdoor patio this spring. While guests select from Italian fare on the patio, pups can partake in their very own meals. Options from the Puppy Menu include crispy pork belly or roasted diced salmon, served with rice, peas, carrots, and corn. And for dessert, guests can order their dog a Pumpkin Puppuccino or Nonna’s Favorite, a blend of Peanut Butter, Banana, Plain Yogurt, and Whipped Cream.
Boleo
Perched high above the city on the 15th floor of the Kimpton Gray Hotel, Boleo provides a warm-weather inspired escape in the heart of Chicago's bustling downtown. Latin-influenced cocktails, food, music and the design of the space evoke the energy of South America. Indulge with friends in Peruvian and Argentinian street food-inspired dishes underneath the restaurant’s retractable roof, a key feature for rooftops in the Midwest, while beats spun by the resident DJs set the mood for the night ahead come rain or shine. The cocktail menu features Crushers, Classics, and Sippers, ranging from house riffs on Peruvian Pisco Sours to martinis like the Atacama Oasis made from pisco, gin, vermouth, and blue oranges while the food menu showcases South American flavors.
Photo courtesy of Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk
Lakeview
Cesar's Killer Margaritas
Take a seat on their sidewalk patio and sink your teeth into the Quesa Birria Torta, a Mexican sandwich stacked high with Oaxaca cheese, slow-stewed beef, beans, and onions, with a consommé on the side for dipping.
Bodega Sur
Part wine boutique, part café, and part bistro, this spot is a love letter to Argentina—complete with a plant-filled patio. Options include the Carpaccio, where slices of prime beef tenderloin meet stone-ground mustard chimichurri, Spanish capers, and an arugula-fennel salad tossed in lemon and garlic.
Farm Bar Lakeview
After walking the streets with your furry friend, rest your feet and paws at the Farm Bar patio, complete with a garden and cocktail menu. Cocktails include the Bees Knees, Cider Sangria, Chai Espresso Martini. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Photo courtesy of Cesar's Killer Margaritas
Magnificent Mile
Casa Chi by Richard Sandoval
Bask in the rising temps on the Mag Mile with the Nikkei retreat at Casa Chi by Chef Richard Sandoval’s outdoor patio. The 30-seat patio offers the setting to enjoy spring and summer with cocktails and bites inspired by the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian influences. While lounging on the patio, visitors can indulge in the Pour Decisions Boozy Tea Experience every Sunday from 12-4pm, or stop by during the week for a pick-me-up from 12pm-6pm.
La Terrace at Sofitel Chicago Magnificent Mile
Experience al fresco dining at La Terrace, Sofitel Chicago’s outdoor patio, where French-inspired cuisine meets an open-air setting. Nestled just outside Le Bar, this space offers the same crafted cocktails and contemporary French dishes.
Photo courtesy of Casa Chi by Richard Sandoval
River North
Nonnina
Nonnina’s terrace is designed with windows that can be opened to let in fresh air and radiant heat flooring that ensures a cozy atmosphere all year round. All of the items on Nonnina’s pup menu are served with a side of homemade dog biscuits so they can happy hour too.
Ambar
Now open this April in River North, Ambar is introducing its 46-seat outdoor patio. Guests can unwind while indulging in Balkan dishes and sipping crafted drinks. The Unlimited Tasting Experience takes diners on a culinary journey with hearty, fresh bites, ideal for enjoying the warm weather. The patio is available for guests to enjoy Unlimited Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner.
Photo courtesy of Nonnina
West Loop and Fulton Market
Maxwells Trading
Maxwells Trading's patio opens May 6, weather permitting. Patio reservations will be released daily at 10 AM CST (weather dependent), for last-minute plans.
Fora at The Emily Hotel
With its lush greenery and West Loop location, Fora’s patio at The Emily Hotel offers a globally inspired menu crafted with fresh, quality ingredients. Whether sipping on a cocktail or indulging in seasonal bites, guests can soak up the energy of the neighborhood while enjoying an al fresco experience.
BLVD Steakhouse
With spring just around the corner, BLVD’s massive 120-seat Atrium is a place to soak up the season, as it features an outdoor dining room, a massive 20-seat bar, and a private event space. As one of the only West Loop patios open this early, it’s a spot to enjoy happy hour, weekend brunch, or dinner.
El Che Steakhouse & Bar
Enjoy a selection of fire-flamed meats and seafood from Executive Chef John Manion such as grilled oysters, prawns, steak tartare, empanadas, and more. El Che also offers a wide selection of hand crafted cocktails and wines by the glass to sip on the patio on a quiet street in the West Loop.
West Town, Wicker Park and Bucktown
Folklore
This Argentine steakhouse takes meat seriously, grilling each cut over fragrant Quebracho wood. Dive into the El Che experience—a grilled flank steak, presented on a tabletop grill, accompanied by red chimichurri and a medley of roasted red peppers, asparagus, and shiitake mushrooms. Add a glass of Malbec, and settle into their modern patio.
Dell' Rooster
Over in West Town, Dell' Rooster's fusion of flavors are from all 27 Latin countries. Their Valencia-Style Seafood Paella is a saffron-infused medley of shrimp, mussels, clams, chicken, tomato sofrito, bell peppers, and bomba rice. Pair it with a Una Piñita Margarita and sink into the warm glow of twinkling patio lights.
Photo courtesy of Folklore
Chicagoland and Suburbs
Amerikas
Amerikas Restaurant, in Oak Park, blends Latin American flavors with global inspiration, delivering dishes like their Barbacoa - a lamb shank braised with guajillo and ancho peppers, avocado leaves, and served with a rich mushroom risotto topped with pistachios. They offer a colorful, sun-soaked patio.
The Table at Crate
The Table at Crate, crafted by Chef Bill Kim located within Oakbrook Center, is a destination for everything from a quick latte on the go to a leisurely lunch with friends—or even a solo date (with an espresso martini in hand). Set in a designed space, it offers an atmosphere for all occasions. The heated, enclosed outdoor patio extends the dining experience through early spring and well into the summer, making it a place to enjoy the new spring menu, filled with seasonal flavors that celebrate the best of the season.
Il Mio
Il Mio is surrounded by shops and restaurants, creating an atmosphere for outdoor dining in Clarendon Hills to enjoy fresh homemade Italian cuisine.
Downtown, The Loop and Magnificent Mile
Located along the Chicago Riverwalk at Sheraton Grand Chicago, this casual, pet-friendly patio offers views of the water, city architecture and passing boats. Guests can choose burgers, milkshakes, and frozen cocktails with breezes from the river and plenty of people-watching. The spot is directly on the 1.25-mile Riverwalk. A Bark Menu is available for dogs.
Al fresco dining in the sun on Petterino’s extended outdoor patio this spring. While guests select from Italian fare on the patio, pups can partake in their very own meals. Options from the Puppy Menu include crispy pork belly or roasted diced salmon, served with rice, peas, carrots, and corn. And for dessert, guests can order their dog a Pumpkin Puppuccino or Nonna’s Favorite, a blend of Peanut Butter, Banana, Plain Yogurt, and Whipped Cream.
Perched high above the city on the 15th floor of the Kimpton Gray Hotel, Boleo provides a warm-weather inspired escape in the heart of Chicago's bustling downtown. Latin-influenced cocktails, food, music and the design of the space evoke the energy of South America. Indulge with friends in Peruvian and Argentinian street food-inspired dishes underneath the restaurant’s retractable roof, a key feature for rooftops in the Midwest, while beats spun by the resident DJs set the mood for the night ahead come rain or shine. The cocktail menu features Crushers, Classics, and Sippers, ranging from house riffs on Peruvian Pisco Sours to martinis like the Atacama Oasis made from pisco, gin, vermouth, and blue oranges while the food menu showcases South American flavors.
Lakeview
Take a seat on their sidewalk patio and sink your teeth into the Quesa Birria Torta, a Mexican sandwich stacked high with Oaxaca cheese, slow-stewed beef, beans, and onions, with a consommé on the side for dipping.
Part wine boutique, part café, and part bistro, this spot is a love letter to Argentina—complete with a plant-filled patio. Options include the Carpaccio, where slices of prime beef tenderloin meet stone-ground mustard chimichurri, Spanish capers, and an arugula-fennel salad tossed in lemon and garlic.
After walking the streets with your furry friend, rest your feet and paws at the Farm Bar patio, complete with a garden and cocktail menu. Cocktails include the Bees Knees, Cider Sangria, Chai Espresso Martini. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Magnificent Mile
Bask in the rising temps on the Mag Mile with the Nikkei retreat at Casa Chi by Chef Richard Sandoval’s outdoor patio. The 30-seat patio offers the setting to enjoy spring and summer with cocktails and bites inspired by the fusion of Japanese and Peruvian influences. While lounging on the patio, visitors can indulge in the Pour Decisions Boozy Tea Experience every Sunday from 12-4pm, or stop by during the week for a pick-me-up from 12pm-6pm.
Experience al fresco dining at La Terrace, Sofitel Chicago’s outdoor patio, where French-inspired cuisine meets an open-air setting. Nestled just outside Le Bar, this space offers the same crafted cocktails and contemporary French dishes.
River North
Nonnina’s terrace is designed with windows that can be opened to let in fresh air and radiant heat flooring that ensures a cozy atmosphere all year round. All of the items on Nonnina’s pup menu are served with a side of homemade dog biscuits so they can happy hour too.
Now open this April in River North, Ambar is introducing its 46-seat outdoor patio. Guests can unwind while indulging in Balkan dishes and sipping crafted drinks. The Unlimited Tasting Experience takes diners on a culinary journey with hearty, fresh bites, ideal for enjoying the warm weather. The patio is available for guests to enjoy Unlimited Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner.
West Loop and Fulton Market
Maxwells Trading's patio opens May 6, weather permitting. Patio reservations will be released daily at 10 AM CST (weather dependent), for last-minute plans.
With its lush greenery and West Loop location, Fora’s patio at The Emily Hotel offers a globally inspired menu crafted with fresh, quality ingredients. Whether sipping on a cocktail or indulging in seasonal bites, guests can soak up the energy of the neighborhood while enjoying an al fresco experience.
With spring just around the corner, BLVD’s massive 120-seat Atrium is a place to soak up the season, as it features an outdoor dining room, a massive 20-seat bar, and a private event space. As one of the only West Loop patios open this early, it’s a spot to enjoy happy hour, weekend brunch, or dinner.
Enjoy a selection of fire-flamed meats and seafood from Executive Chef John Manion such as grilled oysters, prawns, steak tartare, empanadas, and more. El Che also offers a wide selection of hand crafted cocktails and wines by the glass to sip on the patio on a quiet street in the West Loop.
West Town, Wicker Park and Bucktown
This Argentine steakhouse takes meat seriously, grilling each cut over fragrant Quebracho wood. Dive into the El Che experience—a grilled flank steak, presented on a tabletop grill, accompanied by red chimichurri and a medley of roasted red peppers, asparagus, and shiitake mushrooms. Add a glass of Malbec, and settle into their modern patio.
Over in West Town, Dell' Rooster's fusion of flavors are from all 27 Latin countries. Their Valencia-Style Seafood Paella is a saffron-infused medley of shrimp, mussels, clams, chicken, tomato sofrito, bell peppers, and bomba rice. Pair it with a Una Piñita Margarita and sink into the warm glow of twinkling patio lights.
Chicagoland and Suburbs
Amerikas Restaurant, in Oak Park, blends Latin American flavors with global inspiration, delivering dishes like their Barbacoa - a lamb shank braised with guajillo and ancho peppers, avocado leaves, and served with a rich mushroom risotto topped with pistachios. They offer a colorful, sun-soaked patio.
The Table at Crate, crafted by Chef Bill Kim located within Oakbrook Center, is a destination for everything from a quick latte on the go to a leisurely lunch with friends—or even a solo date (with an espresso martini in hand). Set in a designed space, it offers an atmosphere for all occasions. The heated, enclosed outdoor patio extends the dining experience through early spring and well into the summer, making it a place to enjoy the new spring menu, filled with seasonal flavors that celebrate the best of the season.
Il Mio is surrounded by shops and restaurants, creating an atmosphere for outdoor dining in Clarendon Hills to enjoy fresh homemade Italian cuisine.
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