Best Authentic Restaurants in Deer Park

22 restaurants available nearby

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1. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer

4.8

Exceptional(678)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kildeer

Booked 7 times today

Gianni's Cafe is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Kildeer, Illinois. The family-owned eatery serves classic Italian cuisine like lasagna, bolognese sauce, and chicken marsala. Reviews highlight the restaurant's cozy ambiance, excellent service, and delicious food. One reviewer mentioned, 'The food is Always amazing! The service and ambiance is also great.' Another review states, 'Gianni’s Cafe is a dining experience not to be missed.' These reviews attest to the authenticity of Gianni's Cafe in providing a genuine Italian dining experience.

2. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1447)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 24 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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3. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(21)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Deer Park

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Mother's Apron (“eomma-ui apchima” in Korean), where the spirit of maternal cooking thrives. In many cultures, mothers pass down cherished recipes, embodying traditions and flavors that nurture familial heritage. In Korean culture, "hand taste" (“sonmat”) captures the unique touch that comes from a cook’s skill and love.With this in mind, the partners of Mother's Apron aim to deliver an exceptional Korean culinary experience that evokes the warmth of mom's cooking.With over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we proudly introduce ourselves as pioneers of Korean BBQ in the greater Chicagoland area, led by our esteemed founder, a local icon known as the godmother of Korean cuisine. Our journey redefines Korean dining through authentic flavors and unmatched hospitality. Join us to savor our signature dishes and discover why we are celebrated as a culinary legacy.

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4. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

4.7

Exceptional(1027)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 10 times today

Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, Illinois, is a restaurant dedicated to serving authentic Italian food in a casual setting. Pasta, seafood and other Italian favorites made with the freshest ingredients highlight the menu. Gianni's Cafe in Palatine is family owned and operated, which makes the customers feel at home as they enjoy their food.If you come for lunch at Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, you might want to choose from the seafood bar, where you can get oysters, clams, calamari and much more. Those who arrive for dinner will find some excellent entrees from which to choose, like the tortellini con prosciutto or the stuffed peppers.

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5. Agio Italian Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1469)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 14 times today

A truly authentic Italian Restaurant, Agio Italian Bistro in Palatine is your place to unwind and relax after along day in adult setting that’s perfect for a romantic dinner or catching up with friends.The menu features fine Italian dishes with traditional pastas, meat and fresh fish. The centerpiece of the dining room features a wine room with 3000 premium bottles of wine.Available for private parties, business events and family gatherings Come enjoy lunch or dinner and a fine bottle of wine in our elegant dining room or intimate outdoor patio.

6. Saranello's

4.6

Exceptional(5545)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 34 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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7. Wildfire - Schaumburg

4.7

Exceptional(13282)

Price: Moderate

• American • Schaumburg

Booked 81 times today

Wildfire in Schaumburg offers an authentic dining experience, transporting guests back to the 1940s with its supper club style decor. The menu features broiled steaks and wood-roasted seafood, with signature dishes like Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon and Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut. Reviews highlight the excellent food, good service, and cozy fine dining atmosphere, with one reviewer noting the restaurant reminds them of a 1930s Jazz club.

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8. Francesca's Tavola

4.6

Exceptional(2256)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 14 times today

Francesca's Tavola is located in Arlington Heights and features a casually sophisticated ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

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9. Mago Grill & Cantina - South Barrington

4.5

Awesome(1643)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • South Barrington

Booked 13 times today

Patio seating is available! We have heaters available to create a comfortable dining experience.Mago Grill is a modern twist on everyday dining featuring a delicious menu of authentic Mexican and Latin dishes created by chef Juan Luis Gonzalez. Open for lunch and dinner daily, 7 days a week. Family friendly dining, great for groups, too!

10. Meze Mediterraneo

4.2

Awesome(894)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Schaumburg

Booked 4 times today

Enjoy Mezé’s innovative Greek fare and expansive wine list on our new 3,000 sqft heated patio, in the illuminated quartzite bar lounge, or our intimate dining room. The menu incorporates authentic Mediterranean favorites with locally sourced ingredients, which are designed for guests to share. Select gluten free, vegetarian, and vegan menus are available along with family style and catering! Stop-in for our $8 Happy Hour Tuesday - Friday and live music every Friday & Saturday. Mezé is a proud multi-annual receiver of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. With our inviting atmosphere and beautiful castle-like doors, this restaurant will transport you to Santorini no matter the season.

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Jackie
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and portions- been here now a few times and each time food has been consistently great! Service also is great- we will continue coming back to try other dishes.
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Gianni's Cafe - PalatinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.7
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Beata
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
As always great food and wonderful service. Great drinks! Bar is doing a great job!
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Enzo and LuciaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Grove
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4.8
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AliceVIP
Chicago / Illinois •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We usually go early about 4:30 when I get off work. (Part time. Dinner out is a perk of working part time after retirement) It’s always quiet! We had Victor as our server the last couple times. He makes every visit really fun!we always order the saganaki. Opa! Victor makes it special.we both had Gyros tonight. Great and left overs galore! We were happy once again! Can’t recommend it strongly enough.❤️
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Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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4.7
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PaulVIP
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
As always the food and service was great. The reservation system needs work. We made a reservation for 6:30 and had to wait until after 7 p.m. to be seated.
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Gianni's Cafe - KildeerPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kildeer
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4.8
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MarkVIP
Chicago / Illinois •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Truly a great discovery! Cool atmosphere. Feels like you are in a high-end trendy city restaurant, but located in the suburbs. Food quality is spectacular! Service is excellent. Strongly recommend without reservation. A must try. We cannot wait to return for more!!!
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Mother's Apron Korean CuisinePrice: Moderate• Korean• Deer Park
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4.8

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer

2. Enzo and Lucia

3. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

4. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

5. Agio Italian Bistro

6. Saranello's

7. Wildfire - Schaumburg

8. Francesca's Tavola

9. Mago Grill & Cantina - South Barrington

10. Meze Mediterraneo

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