50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Island Lake

“Best Mexican food you’ll love this place great service and super clean environment“

“Delicious, fresh, healthy smoothies on a hot day were absolutely perfect. William made our daughter a minion milkshake (and secretly made it healthy without her knowing, which was perfect for our very picky eater), and our son enjoyed a taro boba tea with popping mango boba. Such a great find, and fabulous owner!“

“Vince and his crew do a great job and the Pizza is delicious- would recommend 100% of the time- and they serve RC Cola!“

“First time there. It’s a 30 minute drive, but we plan to go back. Best ingredients done to perfection. We have loved Lou Malnati’s , but this is equal to if not better. Our family agreed. They drove 1 1/2 hours and said they would come back“

“My friends and I went to Mother's Apron for a birthday dinner. It was amazing. Food, service and atmosphere were all great. I will let the photos speak for themselves! Bonus: I've never been to a Korean BBQ restaurant where they offered birthday soup (seaweed soup)!!“

“Best sushi ever, great hospitality, I recommend the Salmon Sunset. I can never get sushi anywhere else, this place is a hidden gem!! 10/10“

“This place is legit!!!! Excellent rolls! Thanks for running out to grab dock lines! If you’ve just passed by…… Definitely stop next time.“

“We pulled up in our boat and the staff helped us to tie up our boat.
They sat us down right away.
The wait staff was very friendly.
The Pulled Pork sandwich and the Turkey Wrap along with the Bang Bang Shrimp were delicious. Great food and Great Service 👍 👌 😀“

“Once you eat here, you will not want to eat anywhere else.“

“Everything was perfect!“

“I would urge everyone in Cary to try their food. My wife and I are hooked.“

“Bowlful of Korea is such a cute little spot! The restaurant is nicely decorated, clean, and has a really welcoming atmosphere. There’s also plenty of parking, which is always a plus since it’s conveniently located right next to a Jewel-Osco. Only downside is that there is two individual bathrooms which I could foresee being an issue if the place is packed.

The restaurant is self-serve and kiosk-style. You place your order at the kiosk, grab a number, and sit at any available table. They’ll bring your food directly to you, so the process is super easy and convenient. There’s also a designated area where you can grab water and utensils yourself.

One thing I thought was a really nice touch is that they have an additional private room on the side that’s available to rent for events. I could definitely see this being a great option for birthday parties, bridal showers, intimate gatherings, or other small celebrations.

We ordered three things: Chicken Katsu – $14 and two Assorted Sashimi Bowl – $21 each. Everything we tried was delicious and came in generous portions. I especially appreciated how fresh and balanced the bowls felt, with a great variety of vegetables alongside the protein. The meals felt filling without being overly heavy, and there was a nice variety of ingredients in every bowl.“

“Everything I’ve tried so far has been amazing! Fresh ingredients, clean establishment, and friendly staff. The steak and chicken Philly and burgers are my go to but the gyros are amazing as well. The fries are addicting! Give em a try and I’m willing to bet you’ll be a regular.“

“My wife and I stopped in at the Lake Zurich location this past Saturday, 1/11. We definitely loved the beer and the establishment. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. They also had a great wood fire pizza food truck. I highly recommend Phase 3. We will definitely stop back in..“

“This place is one of our favorite places in the area. Everyone who works there is amazing, knowledgeable, friendly, fun, they clearly love the work they do. The beer is awesome, I have my seasonal favorites but always find something good. Love the food trucks, special events, mug club, the vibes, the customers, the family friendly environment and my dog loves it there too!“

“Absolutely delicious pizza, apps and dessert!! Very helpful when planning a lacrosse team dinner for CG. Jill and her team are wonderful to work with!!“

“Been wanting to try Short Stacks for breakfast for a long time. So glad I had the chance this morning. Simply ordered the 3 pancakes with strawberries and whip cream. My friend had the omelet. Both were Delicious! But...the best part of the experience was our server Amanda. Start to finish, what a Blessing to have her wait on us. Greeted us with a smile and such a great attitude, seemingly glad to see us and excited to serve us. It was not crowded at the time we were there so we had some time to chat with her...so pleasant. She was attentive to our breakfast needs and very prompt with everything. Highly recommend this place.“

“Thank you!!! Staff was amazing as we celebrated the life and loss of our family member. Service⭐️ Food⭐️“

“Great place and great people. Love their Red Lager and met my future wife through Harbor Brewing.“

“The best brewery around focused on traditional German and English beers like Bitter, Marzen and Maiboch.“

“Delicious! Service was great!“

“Jackie and the team are fantastic! Everything here is house made! We had multiple sauces, meats, cornbread, chips and salsa, Mac n cheese and curry - all of which were enjoyed! I came here with multiple family members and clearly need to get back to sample dessert. They have good kids’ meal options plus a little gift area. Very clean and extremely nice service. Must try it all!“

“disappointed in their lack of willingness to stand by their supposed convictions of supplying many forms of entertainment, then buckling under closed minded social pressure.“

“Very inviting folks! Absolutely delicious and HUGE portions for a very good price! I'll be eating off the chicken teriyaki for a week!! HIGHLY recommend!“

“Su comida es muy rica y ek lugar es muy limpio y muy atentos con sus clientes!!“

“we love these healthy treats!“

“I rarely eat out these days because it’s hard to find places that truly care about using quality ingredients, but this place blew me away! The food is absolutely delicious, and you can tell they take pride in what they serve. The Million Dollar Bacon is incredible—perfectly cooked and so flavorful. I can’t wait to come back and try more of the menu!“

“This is a gem. I wish I lived closer as I would eat here regularly. The menu is a bit meat and tree nut heavy which concerned me but the sole special was delicious and the Gelato was lovely though the portion was too large. The prices were very fair. I suggest you try this restaurant!“

“Such a great menu and unique items! We tried as much as we could in one meal and will definitely be back. Our server Abbie was awesome.“

“They always take care of us when we come in every Sunday. Great staff all around and always great food!“

“great specialty coffee and a lovely setting. You won't be disappointed!“

“EVERYTHING ☆☆☆☆☆+ and more!“

“You can bring dog. Fast and good service.“

“The food in Bimbo restaurant is delicious , well prepared. Wish it was a little bit more variety of dishes with vegetables. Salads kind of boring, no eggplants dishes at all. About design of the rooms. One long room where we were sitting has no wall decor at all, one wall was from bricks and 3 walls dark color. One window with blinds which makes this room so dark if you want to close them from sundown of bright sun at 5 pm. Should be curtains or window shades for better protection. Please, hire a professional designer to improve your decor and atmosphere. We ordered sea bass dish , it was good , crusty a little bit but definitely not worthy $40 small piece of fish with 4 cherry tomatoes in a sauce. Calamari that we had for lunch before were too soupy, ate them with the spoon. Overall its good place to eat.“

“The lengua tacos were delicious and the tamales were loaded with shredded pork. I’ll be back again soon.“

“This place is amazing! Craft cocktails made from scratch!! This is the place to be for the most delicious cocktails!!!“

“Fantastic experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was authentic and welcoming, and you could tell everyone there was passionate about what they do. The bourbon was outstanding—smooth, flavorful, and some of the best I’ve had. Whether you’re a serious bourbon fan or just looking for a great experience, this place is absolutely worth the visit. I’ll definitely be back.“

“Awesome food and fresh Guinness!“

“Great craft brewery with tasty treats! Highly recommend!“

“The atmosphere, food, and service were well worth the price! One of the best places to eat around Algonquin!“

“my bf ordered the Ruben and I ordered the corned beef and cabbage dinner and omg 😲 it was so good! the portions are huge! the price is even better!“

“Great place to end a day and start the weekend“

“The sweet owner walked across the tracks this morning to give my daughter an avocado egg sandwich before taking the train to Chicago. He heard my daughter wanted one and he was so kind to Bring her one. Btw my daughter enjoyed it on the train! Thank you again for your hospitality!“

“Again 10/10 at Little Chef in McHenry for both food and service ❤️ never a bad item or experience there! Today - based on the owner's recommendation - we started with a cupl of their meat and veggie soup that did not make it on the official menu - sorry missed a photo of it - delish! 😍 Pork, chicken and beef in a savory broth chock full of veggies - carrots, celery, onion 🤤 followed that with the egg salad appetizer, one of our absolute favs 🤩 4 toasted rounds of bread with their excellent egg salad 👍 then we tried the new potato pancakes entree for the first time, which came topped with assorted grilled veggies, plus toast, eggs and hollandaise sauce.. we got the eggs scrambled, rye toast buttered, sauce on the side, and requested a side of sour cream. YUM 😋 ended up with the vanilla cake with vanilla frosting - sorry to miss a photo of that too. Awesome! Service was timely, water glasses attentively refilled, as was the coffee too. $31 Note: it was one order of each item as we always split 🤯 We also got 2 bloody Marys and 2 mimosas, plus a Bailey's, kahlua and amaretto mix to add to our coffee as a nightcap from Old Bridge Tavern next door $48 Left with no leftovers and completely satisfied, happy and full.“

“Definitely recommend this cafe to anyone!! Friendly service lady even gave us free juice samples tastes great. And by far the best coffee Frappuccino ever tried you can tell their ingredients are made with fresh beans rich in flavor. Thank you for being a great small cute shop 10/10!!!“

“Planning a weekend family gathering from one city to another is never easy—but discovering “Ode’s of Food” and working with Stephen made the process not only manageable, but truly enjoyable. Stephen was incredibly flexible, professional, and easy to work with. We were celebrating our grandma’s 90th birthday, and thanks to Stephen, a special occasion became even more memorable. He took the time to listen to our needs and requests, always responded with a positive attitude, and delivered more than we expected. His creative and delicious food preparations met everyone’s needs and expectations. We honestly couldn’t have picked a better person for the job. Thank you, Stephen—you were a delight to work with, and we’re already looking forward to seeing you again in five years for Grandma’s 95th!“

“My girls and I just had a quick dinner here before ballet class and it was awesome! Can’t believe we waited so long to visit, we’ll be back soon! Food and service were 👍🏻👍🏻 all the way!“

“Best shaved ice around! Or add a swirl of ice cream on top for a real treat!“

“Tried the new menu item Gyros. Hope they keep it on the menu. They were great. The Tzatziki Sauce which makes a Gyro was perfect with enough cucumbers. We now have a new place to go to for Gyros. Last, I had just about everything on their menu and everything is delicious.“

“I've been coming here since they opened and the drinks are always consistent, lines move quickly. But yesterday I had such a good experience with alex. He was so incredibly sweet and charming. I slhung back for a bit just to chat. Give this man a raise, his customer service skills are banging!“