Best Cozy Restaurants in Willowbrook

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AmericanItalianSeafoodIndianPizzeriaBarbecue

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Neighborhoods

BerwynBolingbrookChicago RidgeClarendon HillsDowners GroveGlen Ellyn

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

20 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Za Za's Clarendon Hills restaurant

1. Za Za's Clarendon Hills

4.8

Exceptional(1471)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Clarendon Hills

Booked 9 times today

Northern Italian cusine in a cozy and relaxed environment. Known for our housemade dishes, delectable sauces, and generous portions. Voted best Italian food by West Surburban Magazine.

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2. Whiskey Hill Brewing & Kitchen- Westmont

4.2

Awesome(43)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Westmont

Booked 1 time today

🌟Whiskey Hill Brewery & Kitchen-Westmont 🌟🍺 Award-Winning Craft Beer | 🍹 Specialty Cocktails | 🍔 Burgers & Entrees | 🍽 Shareable Apps & DessertsWith a scratch-made menu, award winning craft beer, elevated cocktails, there’s something for everyone! Enjoy a vibrant, cozy atmosphere at your favorite neighborhood gem. ✨📍 Visit us today! #CraftBeer #Cocktails #FoodieFind

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3. Colonial Room at The Drake Oak Brook

4.0

Excellent(894)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 8 times today

The Colonial Room, nestled within the Drake Oak Brook Hotel, offers an inviting and intimate dining experience. Our extensive Chef-driven menu features a delightful blend of 1960s classics, contemporary favorites, casual fare, and vegetarian/vegan options. Guests can also enjoy our cozy outdoor veranda overlooking our beautiful courtyard and waterfalls, weather permitting. Discover the charm and culinary excellence of The Colonial Room at The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection.If your looking for Sunday Champagne Brunch at the Drake, click belowhttps://bit.ly/3A7ph0g

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4. Redstone American Grill - Oakbrook Terrace

4.5

Awesome(5812)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 18 times today

From the moment you walk into Redstone, you know you’re in for a truly special experience. Each guest is warmly greeted at the door with a genuine smile. The people here are glad to see you and it shows. As you pass the cozy fireplace and take in the view of the bustling bar, you know you’ve arrived.Dining at Redstone is so much more than a delicious meal; it’s a memorable experience – from the carefully selected music to the first class service.Redstone features a wood-burning grill, rotisserie and an open exhibition kitchen where our signature steaks, creative appetizers, chicken and the freshest seafood available are creatively prepared. The rugged yet romantic atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, an intimate dinner, a business lunch or Sunday brunch.Adventurous and uncompromising, Redstone’s attention to detail is evident in our commitment to making everything from scratch and to our relentless pursuit of total guest satisfaction.

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5. Igloos at The Drake Oak Brook

4.0

Excellent(272)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Oakbrook Terrace

Enjoy the Drake dining experience inside one of our cozy, enclosed igloos. Please consider bundling up if the weather is colder. Each igloo will have two small heaters for your comfort. Reservations are available for dinner Wednesday- Sunday. *A 20% service charge will be added to all checks*Reservations will be limited to 2 hours from the start time of your reservation time. We advise all parties to arrive on time to maximize on your experience. Late cancellations (under 72h before the reservation time) and no shows are subject to a $25.00 per person cancellation fee.Our igloos are enclosed and heated but with severe rain or snow it is possible we will have to cancel your reservation due to poor weather conditions. Minimum spend:$200 party of 4 people$300 parties of 5-6 people$350 parties of 7 people$400 parties of 8 people

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6. Seasons 52 - Oak Brook

4.7

Exceptional(8899)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 65 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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7. Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4367)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downers Grove

Booked 25 times today

The Very Best of Land & Sea. Zagat Rated and a four-time recipient of the Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence award, Parkers’ is a full service restaurant and bar serving lunch, Sunday brunch, dinner, and private functions. We are open for lunch Monday - Friday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday brunch 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM and for Dinner on Sunday - Thursday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, & Friday - Saturday 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.Great happy hour specials in the lounge, Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Live music in the lounge, Wednesday - Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM & Saturday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Our Crooners Thursday series features Lenny Capp, Randy McCallister, & Gary Ward. If New Orleans inspired food & jazz are more your style, come see McCrackin's Oysters and the Fred Cantu Dixieland Trio during during Sunday Brunch.

8. Reserve 22

4.7

Exceptional(989)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Glen Ellyn

Booked 12 times today

Reserve 22 is an American Bistro with a bar, pouring craft beer and mixing cocktails. Our food is created in our scratch kitchen and, in season, produce come from our own greenhouse. Menu choices include sandwiches, soups and salads, fish and steak choices. Enjoy our steak or fish specials on the weekends! Reserve 22 features the best patio in the area and a cozy 66-seat dining room with a fireplace, high ceilings and a fantastic view of the golf course. Its a dining experience served with a serene view. Reservations for the patio are dependent on weather, or course. After dinner, unwind at our 30-seat bar with 13 large HD-TV's.The restaurant name, Reserve 22, represents the 22 lakes that complement our 240 acres of scenic, golf course landscape, which is populated by native vegetation and diverse wildlife. Our conservation efforts allow you to take in the sights and sounds of nature in class and comfort.

9. The Chew Chew

4.9

Exceptional(1806)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Riverside

Booked 5 times today

The Chew Chew is celebrating 28 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL directed by original Chef/Owner Scott Zimmer. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles northwest of Midway Airport and 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago. There is a Metra Train stop on our block for safe & easy access in/out of the City. We feature a multi-level dining room, vibrant full-bar & a cozy outdoor patio May-October (weather permitting). Happy Hour daily 4-6pm with beer, wine & cocktail specials. Make sure to try one of our famous Jumbo Martinis during your visit! We appreciate all the great reviews & voting us Chicago's #1 Neighborhood Restaurant on Open Table. If you cannot find a reservation online, please call us direct 708-447-8781. We look forward to serving you.

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10. Goat & Vine Restaurant + Winery

4.7

Exceptional(1482)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Bolingbrook

Booked 24 times today

Goat and Vine Restaurant and Winery is and upscale casual dining experience that the whole family can enjoy. If you are out for business, a romantic evening, or just stopping in for one of our many varietals of private label wines, Goat and Vine is an experience unlike any other. We are located in Bolingbrook off of Remington Blvd and have fun and exciting food choices to pair with our outstanding wine selections.

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CherylVIP
Chicago / Illinois •27 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was our first time here and it was great. The pasta dishes we had were fantastic and my husband order the whitefish which he enjoyed. Will definitely be back!
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Za Za's Clarendon HillsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Clarendon Hills
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4.8
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kajaria
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Took my nephew there for his 18th birthday celebration. He thoroughly enjoyed the flavorful raised short ribs. I enjoyed my skillet, cornbread buffalo shrimp, and seasonal vegetable. Our waitress Michelle was very attentive very pleasant. Her support server. David was very timely. Made for a great evening, hanging out with my nephew.
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Redstone American Grill - Oakbrook TerracePrice: Expensive• American• Oak Brook
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4.5
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JudithVIP
Chicago / Illinois •72 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Once again..... service was outstanding and the food was delicious... we will definitely be back!!
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Whiskey Hill Brewing & Kitchen- WestmontPrice: Moderate• American• Westmont
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4.2
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Toronto / Ontario •1 review
4.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
Too many sweet finger foods compared to savory. Some sort of quiche tart or something more savory to replace a sweet item.
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Colonial Room at The Drake Oak BrookPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Brook
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4
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Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on Mar 1, 2025
It was a nice first time experience. I look forward to going again next year. The waiter was very attentive and gave great suggestions. The food was good and so was the service. Thank you Payton
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Igloos at The Drake Oak BrookPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Oakbrook Terrace
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4

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