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1. The Little Gem Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1171)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 7 times today
The Little Gem Restaurant is a gem in Oak Park, known for its cozy atmosphere, great food, and exceptional service. Reviews rave about the 'great variety of brunch dishes', 'delicious' food, and the 'attentive service'. It's a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike, often referred to as a 'hidden gem' and a 'go-to place'. The restaurant's live jazz and intimate ambiance make it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.
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2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL
4.3
Awesome(4173)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oak Park
Booked 82 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.
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3. Blue Fire Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(43)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary European • Oak Park
Booked 2 times today
Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.
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4. Bub City - Rosemont
4.5
Awesome(2191)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rosemont
Booked 26 times today
Lettuce Entertain You's Bub City is Chicagoland’s destination for barbecue, whiskey and live country music and is open for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night dining. The Southern spot offers more than 150 different whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries throughout the country, and live country music. Join us for happy hour weekdays from 3:00 - 5:00!
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5. Edelweiss Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(564)
Price: Moderate
• German • Norridge
Booked 5 times today
Edelweiss German-American Restaurant is one of Chicago’s favorite German restaurants. It has been a family-owned dining destination for over 30 years.The menu features an impressive array of traditional, well-crafted German specialties along with classics like the American steak, chicken and seafood dishes. A gluten free menu and kids menu are also available. We offer 16 beers on tap as well as a variety of craft and international beers, wine and schnapps. Our bar area is an excellent venue to watch sports and play the slot machines while enjoying our daily bar and menu specials.Patio is first come first serve, please call the restaurant to book this reservation.
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6. The Capital Grille - Rosemont/O’Hare
4.8
Exceptional(3212)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Rosemont
Booked 19 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
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7. Maya Del Sol
4.8
Exceptional(3846)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Oak Park
Booked 20 times today
## Maya Del Sol: A Culinary Journey Through Latin America Step into Maya Del Sol and embark on a vibrant culinary adventure through the diverse flavors of Latin America. Our family-owned restaurant, nestled in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois, offers a unique dining experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. **A Fusion of Flavors:** Our menu is a symphony of bold, innovative flavors, drawing inspiration from Mexico, Central America, and South America. From fresh ceviche and sizzling fajitas to succulent steaks and flavorful seafood creations, each dish is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the region. Our chefs use only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a burst of authentic taste. **A Vibrant Atmosphere:** Whether you choose to dine in our elegant dining rooms or on our expansive outdoor patio, Maya Del Sol offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lush greenery, twinkling lights, and the lively chatter of friends and family create a truly special ambiance. **Hand-Crafted Cocktails:** No Latin American experience is complete without a perfectly crafted margarita. Our extensive margarita list features fresh, hand-squeezed juices and unique flavor combinations, all shaken and served tableside. We also offer a curated selection of cocktails
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8. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House - Des Plaines
4.8
Exceptional(2185)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Des Plaines
Booked 26 times today
Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over 20 years after owners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo set out to open the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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9. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Rosemont
4.4
Awesome(2975)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Rosemont
Booked 20 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks brings the finest seafood dining experience to Rosemont, IL from its beautiful new building in front of the Intercontinental Hotel. Located just steps away from the Rosemont Theater and Stephens Convention Center and just minutes from All State Arena and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport. From fresh seafood and shellfish to Steak and garden fresh salads, our goal is to exceed your dining expectations. As our guest, you will experience culinary excellence at its best. Our menus reflect seafood from the Pacific Rim, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Gulf of Mexico. We also source products from local ranches, farms, and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes.
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10. Cafe Touche
4.7
Exceptional(1462)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Edison Park
Booked 22 times today
A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I
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