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A photo of Gianni's Cafe - Palatine restaurant
1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine
4.7
Exceptional(1004)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palatine
Booked 47 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(1445)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palatine
Booked 23 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.
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3. Enzo and Lucia
4.8
Exceptional(1406)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Grove
Booked 40 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. Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington Heights
4.5
Awesome(2221)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington Heights
Booked 25 times today
Located near downtown Arlington Heights IL, and just minutes from the Metra station, Palm Court brings a timeless classic ambiance alongside a tantalizing menu that combines American cuisine with European influences. Palm Court has received rave reviews since the restaurant opened its doors over 40 years ago for its ambiance, friendly service, and relaxed atmosphere.A highlight of the restaurant is the lounge area, a comfortable place to unwind, relax, meet up with friends as you listen to piano and live music every Friday and Saturday night.Our chef has been creating alluring dishes for Palm Court since its inception in 1979, and our chef-driven menu includes timeless favorites like filet medallions, crisp Long Island Duck, Veal Oscar and Dover Sole. No dinner is complete without Palm Court’s signature dessert, Brandy Ice!The bar offers a wide array of wines, cocktails, specialty martinis and imported and domestic beers.Our brand new patio is now available!
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5. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer
4.8
Exceptional(664)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Kildeer
Booked 19 times today
Gianni's Cafe in Kildeer, Illinois is a neighborhood gem, offering classic Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. Reviews are glowing, with one customer stating 'This is one of our favorite restaurants that we go to very often.' The restaurant is praised for its delicious food, great service, and cozy ambiance. The menu offers a range of choices, including stuffed artichokes, fried ravioli, and create your own pasta. Plus, the full bar offers a variety of drinks. It's a place you can't go wrong with!
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6. Francesca's Tavola
4.6
Exceptional(2227)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Arlington Heights
Booked 34 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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7. Chicago Prime Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(2943)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Schaumburg
Booked 34 times today
Family owned and operated - Chicago Prime Steakhouse is the only independently owned 100% Prime Steakhouse in the Schaumburg area offering the perfect balance of sophisticated ambiance and exquisite cuisine. Always serving USDA Prime-Aged Steaks and seafood is flown in daily. Chicago Prime Steakhouse offers guests an award winning wine list and live music. Enjoy the style of downtown right here in the suburbs!
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8. Mago Grill & Cantina - Arlington Heights
4.5
Awesome(1793)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Arlington Heights
Booked 28 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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9. Hey Nonny
4.7
Exceptional(1068)
Price: Moderate
• American • Arlington Heights
Booked 13 times today
Located in downtown Arlington Heights, Hey Nonny offers an intimate live music experience where great music, outstanding food, and excellent drinks. Hey Nonny is comprised of two parts: a music listening room where great musicians engage with the audience, and a New American Bistro. We also have a Chef's Table experience available Tuesday and Wednesday between 7-8 p.m. On Fridays and Saturdays, a late night menu is served at 9 p.m. Please book a reservation to reserve a spot, we will also have some walk-in tables available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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10. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub
4.3
Awesome(271)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Arlington Heights
Booked 16 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.
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