Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Oak Park

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Des PlainesDowntown / LoopGold Coast / StreetervilleIrving ParkLa GrangeLakeview / East Lakeview

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A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL restaurant

1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL

4.3

Awesome(4206)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

Booked 83 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

2. Rustico

4.7

Exceptional(1054)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Park

Booked 29 times today

Rustico in Oak Park, Illinois is a vibrant bar scene with inventive food and creative drinks as per the reviews. The place has a great ambiance, excellent service, and a varied menu with options from around the world. The cocktails and wine list are varied and well-crafted. It's a great place to enjoy good food along with good friends, as stated in the reviews.

3. The Chew Chew

4.9

Exceptional(1801)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Riverside

Booked 21 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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4. The Walnut Room - Chicago

4.6

Exceptional(7792)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Loop

Booked 21 times today

For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.

5. Daisies Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 93 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

6. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2943)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 98 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

7. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(15081)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 228 times today

Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

8. Gibsons Italia

4.8

Exceptional(4202)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River North (Chicago)

Booked 155 times today

Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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9. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Oak Brook

4.7

Exceptional(7081)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Oak Brook

Booked 73 times today

Located west of Chicago in the heart of Oak Brook, Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse serving Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

10. Mon Ami Gabi

4.8

Exceptional(8255)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Lincoln Park

Booked 85 times today

Honoring classic French cuisine, Mon Ami Gabi is a traditional French bistro located in the heart of Lincoln Park. Our menu features simple French food including Steak Frites, fresh seafood, exquisite bites, and French rolling wine carts. Valet is located at the corner of Lincoln Park West and Belden for $17 cash or Zelle. During the holiday season, for all parties of 9 or more, we ask our guests to call the restaurant directly to book a reservation.Did you know that you can use Lettuce gift cards for carryout and delivery? Just place your order through Lettuce website, the LettuceEats app or any Lettuce restaurant website.

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NORMA
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always fun to reunite with friends over wine tasting and great food! My most favorite spot.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park
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4.3
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Ralph
Wisconsin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As always, Rustico is the best option if you wanna enjoy good food, good wines, good ambience. Staff is amazing!
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RusticoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Park
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4.7
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OpenTable DinerVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was fabulous and while traditional pasta dishes, they really elevated with interesting spices and layers of flavor. The service was A+ and gave her a 30% tip.
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.8
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Betty
Chicago / Illinois •31 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The Chew Chew has always given a good dining experience. We never have to wait a long time to be served. They seem to always have enough wait staff to accommodate their patrons. The food is good and the drinks excellent. It's our regular "go to" place.
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The Chew ChewPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Riverside
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4.9
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OpenTable DinerVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I always love visiting this iconic restaurant when i am in Chicago. While dining and drinking a delicious latte there are great views of the city! The food is delicious and we especially enjoy the homemade cinnamon rolls on Sunday!
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The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
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4.6

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