18 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Arlington Heights

“Great food and great servers!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Dining Experience On Thursday, September 4, 2025 :👇🏽 We truly enjoyed our visit to Chennai Central .If you're a fan of South Indian cuisine, this is definitely a place worth visiting! We tried Chennai Central's Thursday Chaat & Dosa Buffet Launch, and it was an exceptional experience! The event drew a huge crowd, but the efficient service ensured that everyone had a great time. The ambiance of the dining room was also noteworthy, with nicely designed partitions that provided a sense of privacy, making it comfortable for guests to enjoy their meals without feeling crowded. The food spread was truly impressive, with a wide variety of dishes that were fresh, authentic, and flavorful, all served piping hot. The highlight of our meal was the freshly steamed idlis, which were soft and fluffy. Our server, Sai, politely informed us about the batch, and it was a treat to enjoy them straight from the steamer. This attention to detail reminded me of my family's restaurant, where my dad would famously say, "Idlis are never sitting around waiting for customers; instead, our customers patiently wait for fresh idlis steamed to order!" It's a reminder to appreciate the value of slow, carefully prepared meals, resonating deeply with my father's motto at Chowpatti Vegetarian Restaurant - "what we cook at home for the four of us, is now being cooked for all of us in this dining room." Chennai Central's team clearly shares a similar commitment to quality. The medu vadas were superb, with my mom remarking that they were as good as, or possibly even better than, the ones she prepares at home. The Pav Bhaji was another standout dish, with a perfect balance of spices and a delightful Bombay punch - kudos to Chef Ramesh for his exceptional preparation! We also enjoyed the freshly grilled to-order home-style dosas, served with delicious sambhar and a variety of yummy chutneys. The kesari dessert was a perfect finish to our meal, with a smooth texture and just the right amount of sweetness. What made our experience even more special was the outstanding service provided by two friendly and accommodating servers, both named Sai. They were attentive, smiling, and ensured that everyone in the dining room had a great experience. 〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️ Dining Experience On August 20,2025 : 👇🏽 I had the pleasure of visiting Chennai Central on their very first opening day August 20,2025 and I was thoroughly impressed! The ambiance was clean and inviting, with comfortable furniture that set the tone for a wonderful dining experience. The staff were friendly, helpful, and attentive, adding to the overall warmth of the evening. The food was exceptional, with standout dishes like the Masala Dosa served with three delicious chutneys that burst with authentic, bold flavors. What truly elevated the experience, however, was the personal touch from Chef Divakar and Chef Ramesh, who made rounds through the dining area to ensure everyone was enjoying their meal. They even took the time to share tips on how to properly enjoy their famous layered Parottas with Korma gravy, the authentic way – by generously smothering the Korma onto the Parottas and letting the rich flavors soak in before digging in, a delightful touch! We discovered that this is a chef-owned and operated restaurant, and it's clear that their passion for authentic South Indian cuisine shines through in every dish they serve. The vegetarian biryani was particularly noteworthy – it was flavorful, comforting, and satisfying. Every bite was a testament to the freshness and care put into preparing each dish. I'm already planning my next visit – it was that good! If you're looking for authentic South Indian cuisine with a personal touch, Chennai Central is definitely worth a try.“

“Had the wonderful opportunity to enjoy breakfast at this fun little Cafe. Right off of Rand rd by Tony's Market in Arlington heights. Had the Popeye Benedict so yummy perfectly poached eggs and fresh fruit so tasty. Definitely worth atleast one visit but you'll find that won't be enough.“

“My wife and I got a big catering order because we didn’t want to cook for several days. The food really is incredible. The service was very warm and capable and I was impressed by how clean and comfortable the restaurant is (when I picked up the food). We can’t wait to go for a sit down meal. Thanks guys! You run a great restaurant.“

“What a cute bakery and seating are. I truly loved the beautiful atmosphere and seating area and the pastries and displayed beautifully. I loved the coffee I had and they had a wide variety of sweets and pastries to enjoy and choose from. Very cute, very instagrammable”
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I got there pretty early in the morning after opening just not sure how fresh the pastries are in the case after opening. Looks like some may have been sitting for some time. Did not ruin my experience though, I just got coffee.“

“Quickly becoming my favorite place to get Mexican food in the Northwest suburbs. I’ve ordered out 4 times so far, and the food has been consistently excellent. Would highly recommend the pastor and asada tacos on the homemade corn tortillas, the burritos and tortas are also excellent.“

“Everything tasted amazing food and drinks were very fresh ,my favorite drink is boba tea“

“I wish I had discovered this place sooner… what a wonderful neighborhood gem. The perfect place for a healthy snack or a guilt free quick meal. And not just healthy, but incredibly delicious too. Absolutely the yummiest avocado toast ever!“

“Salsa 17 has always been one of our families favorite restaurants. They have delicious food, great service and a casual fun atmosphere. Yesterday they went above and beyond for us. We were hosting a large party at our home and reserved a food truck from another business. 5 minutes before our party started we received a call that the food truck was not able to show up. I called Salsa 17 and with no notice they were able to cater a fajita bar for 40 people in just over an hour. The manager I spoke to was accommodating and so kind. The food was outstanding and plentiful. I highly recommend Salsa 17 for both in person dining and catering!“

“We were at the Bakester today and they were understaffed. Iliya was there working as hard as he could and was doing a great job. Through no fault of his own and under great pressure, he tried to get the job done to keep the restaurant moving. The food was great.“

“First time here today. Great food and we had a great server. Can’t wait to get back and try more items on the menu.“

“The view at this place is great! After a graduation celebration with family, we went here to have another round of drinks and party even more. We got some juicy fried chicken and a huge egg omelette. It paired well with our beers and it was just great night“

“I always have a great experience at Olive Garden and this time was no different. Rather than dining in this time, I placed an order for pick up. My order was ready when promised, quickly delivered to my car, and when I got home, the food was hot and as delicious as if I had died in.“

“Friendly staff, amazing cocktails and pizza.“

“Food is beyond 5 stars.. I love their sauce. We stumbled upon it during the lunch time.. the place is quiet.. not much people.. service is great.. may be the facility requires some maintenance to keep the washroom open and operational. and more beverages option specially for kids if added… overall good value for money though.“

“Had a lovely time with my Frenchie puppy and 15 year old daughter today. Clean, great service and dog friendly !“

“They have such wonderful STAFF! Kudos to everyone that comes to work with a friendly face, ready to serve❤️❤️. We love coming here and love seeing how caring and happy the staff is. My coffee is always on point; Delicious!!! Thank you EVERYONE 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽“

“I love the bread ,salad All fresh and I’ve no problem of space to set“