Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

4.6
671 reviews

About

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Lazy Dog serves handcrafted American food and drink with seasonally-inspired ingredients. When you walk in, you get a small mountain town vibe from the warm, caring service and the rustic social setting. It's a great place to get together with friends and family.

Location

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
51 McHenry Road, Buffalo Grove, IL
60089, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
671 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 star
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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service from various staff members, particularly highlighting servers like Brian and Sean for their exceptional service.

Food Quality

The food received mixed reviews; while many enjoyed the delicious offerings and variety, some reported issues with cold or poorly prepared dishes.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's ambiance was generally well-received, with customers appreciating the spacious layout and dog-friendly patio.

Value for Money

Several reviews noted the good value for the price, especially with the $15 menu options that included dessert.

Staff Attitude

Customers frequently commented on the positive and welcoming attitude of the staff, contributing to an enjoyable dining experience.
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    Megan Ryan
    2 days ago
    5.0
    Lazy dog is a nice addition to BG. It's a fun atmosphere with lots of menu choices. My family enjoys coming here, although I would definitely appreciate more gluten-free options! Especially and dedicated fryer 🤣 Brian was a great server. Super friendly, high-energy, fun and attentive. Took care of everyone at our table and had a good sense of humor. Manager also checked in, which was nice. Love the gingerbread making kits for purchase. Really cute, reasonably priced and proceeds go to habitat for humanity.
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    Kathleen Gusloff
    2 days ago
    5.0
    Brian was our server tonight and did a great job. He explained everything well, told us about all specials, gift cards, and gingerbread houses. He was also very personable and kind to my grandchildren. I would recommend this Lazy Dog because of Brian. I also like that they have a gluten free menu. It is a bit limited, however they still have one. The GM was also helpful with a concern with one of our orders. Great family restaurant. We will be back!
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    Andrea Robles
    2 days ago
    4.0
    We normally go to the lazy dog in Vernon Hills but decided to go to the buffalo grove location today. We had a wonderful experience with our server Brian. He was attentive and thoughtful. He answered all of our menu questions and made sure to point out the new items. Even as lunch rush started coming in he still checked in on us frequently. 10/10 experience with Brian today.
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    Morgan
    Nov 14, 2025
    5.0
    The general manager, Matthew Mitroff, is absolutely amazing! He made sure that we were taken care of since we sat down. We wanted to get all of our food and drinks in time for happy hour, and he made sure that we did. The deviled eggs, edamame, and feta dip were amazing! Major shoutout to Matthew for making sure we were taken care of. If you're looking for good service, great food, and amazing drinks, Lazy Dog in Buffalo Grove is the place!
  • SC
    Sara Cabin
    Nov 7, 2025
    2.0
    I placed a carryout order online on a Thursday evening for the Thai Salad and a small soup. The confirmation said my order would be ready in 15 minutes. When I arrived, there was only one person working the carryout area, and she seemed overwhelmed. My order wasn’t ready, and I ended up waiting another 25 minutes with no acknowledgment or apology. Several other customers were also waiting. The salad itself was fresh and flavorful, but there was very little chicken on it. The soup was fine. Overall, while the food was decent, the pickup experience was frustrating and disappointing.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar

Does Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar accept reservations?

Yes, Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar accepts reservations, which can be made through their online reservation system.

What are the regular operating hours of Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar?

The restaurant is open Monday to Friday from 11:00 AM to midnight and on weekends from 10:00 AM to midnight.