Best Authentic Restaurants in Palatine

29 restaurants available nearby

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1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

4.7

Exceptional(1007)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 19 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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2. Agio Italian Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1451)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 16 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.

3. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1413)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 37 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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4. Francesca's Tavola

4.6

Exceptional(2228)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 30 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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5. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

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4.8

Exceptional(9)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Deer Park

Booked 8 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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6. Mago Grill & Cantina - Arlington Heights

4.5

Awesome(1793)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Arlington Heights

Booked 20 times today

A celebration of Mexico's heritage, Mago Grill & Cantina is the creation of award-winning Chef Juan Luis Gonzalez. It's original Mexican and Latin menu is comprised of authentic favorites including freshly smashed tableside guacamole, seafood ceviches, savory salsas, fresh salads, and main dishes of steak, chicken, pork and seafood including the chef's own Grandma Paula's family recipes with vegetarian and gluten-free friendly items. The full service bar caters to margarita and tequila connoisseurs. Open for lunch, dinner and cocktails daily, 7 days a week. Family friendly dining, great for groups, too!

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7. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub

4.4

Awesome(271)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington Heights

Booked 9 times today

None truly embodies the true spirit of Ireland more than, Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub in Arlington Heights. What makes Peggy’s so unique is the fact that virtually every piece of the structure came directly from Ireland. All of the woodwork, including the bars themselves, were constructed and shipped directly from Ireland. Warm weather allows for tables outside around the beautiful perimeter. Children are welcome and free parking is available on the street and in a municipal garage just down the block. A professional staff, an inviting menu and an atmosphere that feels like Ireland all combine to make a visit to Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub an authentic and charming experience. Look for Irish food on the menu, Irish people serving and being served, and plenty of warm, friendly conversation with a few songs thrown in as the night goes on, and more than likely, you’ve found an authentic Irish pub, right here in Chicagoland.

8. La Zingara

4.7

Exceptional(316)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 6 times today

La Zingara Trattoria is one of the most iconic Italian restaurants in the area. Serving authentic italian food in the Chicago NW area for the last 25 years. Family traditions are our inspiration. Please make us part of yours!

9. Ttowa

4.7

Exceptional(219)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Arlington Heights

Booked 2 times today

Ttowa is a family owned restaurant led by husband and wife - Dong Ju and Og Eun Park. Ttowa welcomes new and returning patrons to enjoy a comforting Korean family meal served by the Park family. "또와" (Ttowa) means "come again" in Korean and we hope the food will indeed want you to dine with us again. Ttowa is currently BYOB. Please enjoy your beverages with our complimentary "banchan" (side dishes) served with all entrees. Please don't hesitate to ask us for refills! Signature Dishes:- Dak Buns (Fire Grilled Chicken Buns) - Dduk Bokki (Rice Cakes) - Dolsot Bibimbap (Hot Stone Rice Bowl) - Jjambbong (Seafood and Pork Noodle Soup)- Samgyupsal (Sauteed Pork Belly)

10. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5493)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 45 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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Johnvip
Chicago / Illinois •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food and service. Good value. Highly recommend.
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Agio Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.8
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ChicagoExecvip
Wisconsin •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Incredible food and service! Funny story, it was our anniversary and we didn’t remember but OpenTable and our waiter (Mario) did! He made the night really special and we can’t thank you enough!
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Francesca's TavolaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Arlington Heights
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4.6
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tomvip
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is one of our favorite restaurants. Have never had anything but great experiences here. Seemed like each time one of our party ordered; someone else at the table re-evaluated their selection and changed their order. The choices are really good, it would be hard to go wrong. Our Server was patient with the changes and did a great job. Everyones food was excellent and we had a great time catching up with old friends. Thanks
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Enzo and LuciaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Grove
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4.8
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Bryanvip
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Experience was wonderful as always. I need to get waiter’s name, we’ve had him a few times now and he’s always very good. Very quick with service.
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Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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4.7
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Jennifer
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Been coming here for almost 20 years never been disappointed. Love, the fact that I can build my own pasta and customize it never get the same thing twice even if I get pasta every time.
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Gianni's Cafe - PalatinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.7

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

2. Agio Italian Bistro

3. Enzo and Lucia

4. Francesca's Tavola

5. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

6. Mago Grill & Cantina - Arlington Heights

7. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub

8. La Zingara

9. Ttowa

10. Saranello's

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