Cody's has an excellent back patio that is perfect for daytime drinking on summer weekends. There are TVs everywhere with tons of games on. Service is solid, prices aren't too bad for the neighborhood. And there's always tons of dogs, what's not to love about that. I'd say avoid it later in the evening though. There are areas, especially on the patio, where you're shoulder-to-shoulder with drunk college grads. Once the patio closes, the inside can get chaotic. However, overall, I've had very enjoyable experiences here and would recommend it. read more

Fun festive local bar that's dog friendly. Enjoyed a pup bday pizza party in cozy private room. Bartenders very friendly and accommodating to our party. Numerous large tv screens literally all over to show various sports games. Cute outdoor patio with you guessed it-more tv screens so no one misses a beat. Street parking not too difficult to find. read more

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Great place to go to enjoy warm weather and can bring your dogs. Outside bartender hustled trying to keep up. Yet needed another bartender or even servers to get more drinks to patrons. Waiting 20-25 minutes for a drink was irritating even though she was fast as hell! read more

We love Cody's! We found out about it a few summers ago because of some friends live in the area. It's a pet friendly neighborhood bar, you see and feel everyone knows each other which it's cool, but some times ordering in the bar can be an issue. They don't have food, but you can bring your own and they also have grills that you can reserve and have bbq there. We did it for a friend's bday. They have popcorn thoooo I love popcorn so I feel they lose money with me there lol It's very spacious inside and outside. Both areas have a bar, but only inside draft beers. I had a surprise bday party for my husband this year and everyone who hadn't been before loved it and had a great time. Highly recommend it for casual gathering with friends especially in summer when you can even bbq there. read more

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Great bar where my pup is allowed.. I hadn't been there in many many years ago and started coming back in 2025.. Hope to come by more in 2026 read more

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Been a few times, love how dog friendly it is and the backyard/outdoor area is awesome. Such a chill, casual, local vibe. There's a surprising amount of space in the backyard that easily sections itself off into different areas so you feel like you've got your own area, whether with fire pit or a grill or seating or even outdoor darts. Popcorn is free which is a huge plus! Beers are reasonably priced which is such a welcome change. They used to allow dogs off-leash which was so unique and so freeing. They're still super dog friendly now, but I guess they now require you to keep your dog on a leash. Fine, so be it. Awesome spot for the pups regardless. read more

Love this place! Was recommended to stop by and so glad we did. Dog friendly because they don't serve food. Friendly people and a great bar. Glad we stopped by! read more

Any place that allows dogs inside is my kind of place! Great spot to watch a game and pet some furry friends. Keep your dog on leash! Great beer selection and such a nice little corner bar in the Roscoe Village neighborhood. read more

Came here with an open mind. Trying something new. Felt slighted, not by the staff or bar itself but by other patrons. Followed standard rules of getting in line to play pool. Patrons skipped over us and took our spot. They admitted that they were skipping us, and continued to do so. Not sure why. But as a minority woman you can imagine my take away... read more

great service and bartenders are super nice!! Large patio with lots of tables and TVs. Pool table and darts and dog friendly :)

Neighborhood joint that used to be a sleepy old man bar that allowed dogs... Not Anymore!! Walking in.. it's huge with a large L shaped bar surrounded by many tables and a pool table; awesome old hardwood floors. They are *Dog Friendly* and have a Dog Patio out back; expect to see everything imaginable including dogs drinking beer and owners with their hounds sitting with them at a barstool! The only thing I don't like about it is the crowd tends to be very YOUNG for some strange reason? Not sure how they all found this joint to party at... it seems like it's their first time in a bar that's for sure! Busy all the time and they usually play good music, prices are very fair. The staff is great especially on Saturday Night where they have like 5 good bartenders on hand! Beware of multiplying shots of Jagermeister. Talk later read more

Basic neighborhood bar that's a hangout for watching some games. Cody's is located in a pretty quiet area of Lakeview. It seems like most of what's around it is residential. For sure makes lots of sense if most patrons come from around it. This is kind of like going to a neighbor's backyard and having a party. At times it can be quiet, especially earlier. It's a good time though for checking out the bar itself. The bar is bigger than it looks, with back rooms for games, and a patio. It's about $7 for a basic cocktail. There's no kitchen but you can bring something to eat, and they have free popcorn. Also there's grills on the patio so you can even cook. They're also known for being dog friendly. Good place for a game. It only seems like it gets kind of packed at times with most knowing the bartenders pretty good so it can take a long time for someone else to order. They only have the popcorn, but you can bring in something from wherever. read more

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Practically an automatic 5 star for being (truly) dog-friendly. When an establishment in the Midwest claims to be dog-friendly because they have an outdoor patio... that's like 3 months of the year assuming it's not raining. So maybe 25% dog friendly? Cody's truly understands dog people and I absolutely love them for it. After a frustrating time of Googling dog friendly breweries/bars in Chicago only to find out that most of them only allowed dogs outside, I came across Cody's Public House. My pup and I stopped in close to when they opened, and had a good chunk of the bar to ourselves. We got to say hi to a few other pups, explore the place via all the smells, and drink great beer. My dog had a great time rolling on the floor -- his sign of approval. There were a few other people at the bar, and it seemed to be a neighborhood spot where people knew each other by name. It's largely surrounded by neighborhood, and I just love the hometown feel. Bartender was friendly and attentive, and the space itself is actually quite large. I will definitely be back next time I'm visiting Chicago. After all, these are clearly my people. read more

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This is the quintessential Chicago neighborhood bar. It is dog friendly and always a fun place to hang out. The staff is fantastic too. read more

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I co hosted a surprise party for my best friend at this bar. Cody's Public House definitely nailed it!! The basement was a great venue for over thirty people. There was a great drink package for our guests. We ordered food from a local pizzeria for a buffet set up. There's a pool table and darts for entertainment needs and a modern jukebox. We all enjoyed the spacious outdoor patio with heat lamps. All in all it was a successful night and the birthday girl was very surprised! I was also impressed by the wall of adoptable dogs with QR codes ! There's a menu with a percentage of the proceeds that go towards a rescue. I'd definitely love to check this place out again! If you're looking for a great dog friendly bar; add this one to the list! read more

Dogs, dogs, dogs. They actually are dog friendly and dog accommodating. I love it. Bathrooms fit you and dog if needed read more

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Met up with friends and was pleasantly greeted by a dog. Any bar that allows in dogs in a five star establishment in my eyes. Drinks are cheaper than some of the other neighborhoods and you could help yourself to popcorn. It feels like a bar for locals and guests alike. There was a lower level that I didn't explore. Points off for service. The bar back seemed to have been over served and the bouncer was a little too rough to a patron who got hurt due to the bouncer's actions. I didn't see the lead up to the altercation, but it wasn't fun to witness. read more

New to the neighborhood and needed to find a local bar. Decided to try Cody's. I went on a Saturday evening and it was packed. It seemed like a really nice dive bar vibe. Bartenders were very quick and friendly. It was a younger crowd for the most part, but there were all ages mixed in. Great beer and liquor selection. They also allow dogs inside the bar which was really unique. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

I'm just now finding out lol, this is the place to be. Service is so friendly and welcoming, starting with Antonio at the front door, then Marvin helping with a flat tire. Thx Free self-serve popcorn, beer garden, tv monitors, slots upstairs. Dog friendly which is something different however it works. They were civilized dogs. Everyone I experienced, came to have a good time. Good vibes only! Will return read more

The best neighborhood bar! Great bartenders, dog friendly, great TV set up to watch big games, and a killer back patio. They do a ton of fun seasonal parties/events/fundraisers/etc. so there is always something going down at Cody's. The back patio is the best in the city with tons of tables, bags, dartboards, nd amazing outdoor TVs. There are grills you are free to use to cook up some food since they do not have a kitchen. Great side room that you can reserve for parties as well! read more

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Cody if that is even his real name, is very unamerican. Paid good money to play a song on the juke box (many songs you can't even play) and 30 seconds into Lee Greenwood's god bless America the song is skipped. No explanation just many bewildered patrons who were singing along. Is Cody's unpatriotic? Seems like it. Also watch out for the seedy characters the pool table attracts. Many over-served obnoxious characters. I did give 2 stars because the beer was cheap but Cody probably doesn't pay his taxes. read more

This place is great!!! Very cool neighborhood place. Dogs everywhere, a fun crowd cheering and singing as they watched their Premier League team, and dartboards! We spent our visit on the back patio playing darts, petting a few pups and enjoying a beautiful day. Moved to Chicago 4 1/2 years ago and this is now my new favorite place! read more

Love Cody's, such a chill place where dogs are welcome! Free popcorn and a great beer selection, lots of dart boards and a big outside area with lots of seating. Service is always great and the friendliest people! Good place to just chill and drink. TVs too to watch a game! read more

Me and a group of friends came for a birthday as we were walking in the last person to enter then they said she was not of age to enter. She is 25 years old. We have been here multiple times and never had a problem. They said that her real id had extra dots which is know to happen with real ids. I I have never received this type of disrespect since I was under age and got my fake ID taken for me. Be careful of coming here of age u still won't be allowed in if you have a real IL id even if you are of age. read more

You could hear the music and voices from a few blocks away. It looked as fratty as it sounded and sounded as fratty as it looked. The place was PACKED - if you're looking for a chill, diverse place to grab a drink, this is not it. If you're looking to relive your college days, come to Cody's! read more

Great neighborhood spot. Very friendly and ALWAYS hosting fun events. Constantly improving the back patio (lighting, tvs etc). Dogs are welcome and they even have a 'dog of the month'. Grills in back are first come first serve I believe. Bags, darts, pool available and a few gaming systems in a side room. You can bring your own food/get delivery because there's no kitchen. Staff is nice! No complaints. read more

Cody's will definitely be a spot for us! Since we had our dog we have made it a point to try to bring him out whenever/wherever we can! He loves to party too! So when it was his birthday it was imperative that we had a little shindig for him. Cody's offers a dog friendly environment that dog parents can also enjoy themselves in! We were able to bring our own food in and had drinks with all of our dog friends! Would highly recommend! read more

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Fun vibes, friendly staff, super dog friendly, love the patio / outdoor sitch. Was fun that they featured cocktails from the masters (went for masters watch party / event). And yay my friend and I participated in the putting contest. read more

Cody's is a great time. Staff is very friendly and attentive. Although it can get very crowded on the weekends, if you can claim a spot by a dart board or the pool table, you won't want to leave. It's also worth mentioning that the back patio is a very chill vibe on summer nights. The only thing keeping me from giving Cody's 5 stars is that if you go earlier in the day, you will find adults who bring their children who will often times run around unattended. Cody's is also pet friendly which is awesome. However after having a few drinks, it becomes worrisome that you can easily step on some of the small dogs that are hard to spot. Overall, Cody's is great. read more

I googled "pool near me" thinking I'd find a water park. Showed up to Cody's only to find it was...billiards! Ha! Speaking of Bill. Haven't talked to him in a while. Anyway. The two blonde bartenders were great. They offered me a shot of malort. Is that a vaccine? I already got my flu shot. Highly recommend! read more

The person who was mistakenly given my card returned it to the bar, and Cody's called me to resolve the situation. They didn't have to do that but as I said are nice people and we all make mistakes read more

Johnny made my entire life. Best bartender of all time. His skills are only exceeded by his looks. I will be back.

No food but they do have free popcorn! Cody's is a great local spot that offers indoor and outdoor seating. The prices are decent and there are plenty of TVs out back for watching sports games. Cody's is also dog friendly, which is great if you have a pup (but can be a little annoying at times when people let their dogs off leash). Worth giving Cody's a shot if you're in the area. read more

Dangerous patio landscape. At least five people fell Saturday and no acknowledgement from staff, mgmt.

Such a fun bar! Every time I've been the ambiance has been great. They have pool, darts, and corn hole to play. The patio area is huge and even has grills for people to use at no cost. Super dog-friendly and a great BYOF place. I had reserved some tables and the bar was very accommodating! It's the perfect place to chill with friends. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun bar! Oh, and there's FREE popcorn. read more

Great place to hang out and have some drinks. Even better cuz the dogs!! I heard the July dog if they month is amazing!!

Great local spot but Jesus Christ can they turn the music down a little. Its a dive bar not a club

My girlfriend and I love going to this bar because it's just around the corner from us. It's one of those Chicago bars that are nestled into a neighborhood on the corner surrounded by residential buildings. There are dart boards everywhere and a pretty big patio area. Cash only but there's an ATM, and also a juke box with some pretty good selections. You can also bring takeout food here. THIS PLACE IS DOG FRIENDLY so you see a lot of good boys there. There's a golden doodle named bear hanging out every time I've been. Why I give this place 4 stars and not 5 is because it kinda smells, the only time music is playing is when someone is paying for it so there's times where it sits quiet. This place is definitely a dive so don't expect too much glitz. read more

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Great place to hang out and watch college football on a fall Saturday. No food, but they allow you to bring food in, great idea.

Nice place to come hang out and play pool and darts. It's a bit small and the music is very loud, but the staff is great. They don't play UFC fights or serve food which is another down side. But you can bring your pup! read more