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1. The Chew Chew
4.9
Exceptional(1801)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Riverside
Booked 20 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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2. La Barra - Riverside
4.7
Exceptional(981)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Riverside
Booked 13 times today
La Barra Riverside is brought to you by Mary and Pat Leone. We feature sharable Italian small plates, award-winning pizza, great wines and hand-crafted cocktails. The beautiful space includes a private dining room and a gorgeous outdoor patio. Please be aware that our kitchen closes at 9pm Tuesday - Saturday and at 8:00pm on Sundays. Join us for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm.
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3. The Little Gem Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1175)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 16 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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4. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL
4.3
Awesome(4206)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oak Park
Booked 78 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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5. Kama Bistro La Grange
4.7
Exceptional(1573)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Indian • La Grange
Booked 26 times today
Kama offers fresh, bold modern Indian cuisine in downtown La Grange. The father and son team of Manmohan and Vikram Singh have created a unique menu comprising of dishes from various regions of India and Indian inspired Americana. Following the tradition in Vikram's family kitchen, everything is made from scratch, to order and customized to your taste. The bar program, led by Agnes Kalusiewicz, infuses Indian spices and chutneys into scratch-made syrups, ensuring a unique and bold experience with every sip.Kama symbolizes aesthetic pleasure of the senses – touch, smell, flavor, vision and sound. Food is our most intimate connection to nature and a source of everlasting memories. For private event space bookings, large group reservations and caterings please reach out to us at: kama@kamabistro.com
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6. Lucca's Pizzeria & Ristorante
4.6
Exceptional(770)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • La Grange
Booked 33 times today
Founded in 2001, Lucca's Pizzeria is downtown La Grange's go-to family restaurant for amazing pizza and more! Beyond pizza, we offer a full bar with cocktails, wine, and spirits, plus sandwiches, burgers, and subs. We also cater for graduations, birthdays, bridal showers, and baby showers.
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7. Prasino - La Grange
4.7
Exceptional(2494)
Price: Moderate
• American • La Grange
Booked 25 times today
Prasino is an eco-friendly restaurant in the Chicagoland area that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The name of the restaurant is the Greek word for green which is at the heart of the restaurant's mission - to provide healthy food at an affordable price in a modern, environmentally conscious setting. Prasino emphasizes seasonal, local, and organic food whenever possible. Its commitment to sustainability is incorporated in Prasino's eco-chic design.
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8. Rustico
4.7
Exceptional(1054)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Park
Booked 28 times today
Delicious Italian & Spanish cuisine celebrating regional flavors of The Mediterranean in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois
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9. La Parra Restaurant and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(557)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Berwyn
Booked 12 times today
La Parra Restaurant & Bar, in Berwyn, IL, is a premier dining establishment serving the Chicago, Cicero and Oak Park areas. We specialize in home made pastas, tapas and the best cocktails you'll ever try. We offer a Mediterranean style menu, a full bar, and dine in or carry out options.For your next night out, visit La Parra Restaurant & Bar in Berwyn. The best Mediterranean around!
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10. Hemmingway's Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(1278)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 23 times today
At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.
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