Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

4.7

4242 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Great for creative cocktails

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.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(630) 960-5700
Website
http://parkersamerican.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Pawel Marszalek
Private party facilities
We have four Private Dining Rooms, ranging in capacity from 6 to 50 guests, all containing AV capabilities and a wide variety of seating configurations. Personalized menus, 745 unique wines and a huge selection of liquors, insures that your event will be nothing short of perfect.
Private party contact
Linda Stevens: (630) 960-5703

Location
1000 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Neighborhood
Downers Grove
Cross street
Highland Avenue
Parking details
Parking is available in private lot.
Entertainment
Wednesday through Friday, we feature live jazz in our lounge from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Soup of the Day
- Cup$7.00
- Bowl$9.00
Clam Chowder
Garnished with Bacon & Parsley
- Cup$9.00
- Bowl$11.00
Lobster Bisque$13.00
Garnished With Lobster Meat & Chives
Fresh Shucked Oysters
Cocktail Sauce, Cucumber Mignonette
- each$3.50
- Dozen$40.00
Crispy Calamari$18.00
Roasted Garlic Aioli, Cocktail Sauce, Shishito Peppers, Lemon, Parsley
Roasted Tomato Crostini$11.00
Goat Cheese, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$10.00
Lemon, Mint Dried Chili, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Marinated Beets & Goat Cheese$13.00
Greek Yogurt, Candied Walnuts, Arugula, Sherry Vinaigrette
Margherita Pizza VPN$16.00
Buffalo Mozzarella, San Marzano Tomato, Basil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Salads

Summer Watermelon Salad$14.00
Cucumber, Jicama, Arugula, Feta Cheese, Carrots, Mint-Yogurt Dressing
Chopped Salad$13.00
Applewood Smoked Bacon, Tomato, Onion, Green Beans, Red Pepper, Carrot, Avocado, Parkers' Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$12.00
Hearts of Romaine, Garlic Crouton, Parmesan

Add to Any Salad

Grilled Chicken Breast$8.00
Grilled Gulf Shrimp (5)$13.00
Grilled Salmon$13.00
Grilled Steak$12.00

Entrées

Salmon Poke Bowl$21.00
Sriracha Mayo, Avocado, Wakame, Cucumber, Carrot, Edamame, Sushi Rice
Grilled Shrimp Salad$23.00
Frisée & Citrus Slaw, Crispy Quinoa, Avocado Purée, Jalapeño-Lime Vinaigrette
Chicken Milanese$24.00
Mixed Greens & Romaine Salad, Tomato, Shaved Fennel, Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella, Pesto Vinaigrette
Grilled Faroe Island Salmon$26.00
Roasted Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Salsa Verde
Cedar Plank Roasted Lake Superior Whitefish$33.00
Whipped Potato, Charred Lemon, Sautéed Garlic Spinach, Lemon Butter Sauce
Shrimp & Mussel Fettuccine$29.00
Roasted Tomato Sauce, Basil-Orange Oil
Risotto Genovese$25.00
Creamy Arborio Rice, Pesto, Green Beans, Sweet Peas, Grana Padano

Daily Express Lunch

Daily Express Lunch$26.00
Fresh Catch of the Day with Chef's Seasonal Preparation Served with Soup or Salad

Burgers & Sandwiches

All Sandwiches are served with your choice of Coleslaw or French Fries. Add Bacon or Avocado to any Sandwich for $2

Parkers' Cheeseburger*$17.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, Challah Bun, Choice of Cheese
Kobe Beef Cheeseburger*$21.00
Gruyère Cheese, Bacon, Griddled Mushrooms, Crispy Onion, Lettuce, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Challah Bun
Grilled Chicken & Chèvre Sandwich$16.00
Roasted Tomatoes, Baby Arugula, House Made Chèvre Cheese Spread, Crispy Prosciutto, Stirato Roll
Crispy Cod Sandwich$15.00
Beer Battered Fried Fresh Cod, Remoulade Sauce, Lettuce, Tomato, Challah Bun
Bourbon Glazed Strip Steak Sandwich$26.00
8 oz. Strip Steak, Arugula, Garlic Aioli, Jim Beam Glaze, Bleu Cheese, Crispy Onions, Toasted Baguette, Parmesan Herb Fries
New England Lobster & Shrimp Roll$28.00
Lobster Claw Meat, Shrimp, Mayonnaise, Griddled Bun
Beef Short Rib Tacos$17.00
Tomatillo Salsa, Pico de Gallo, Radish, Queso Fresco, Cilantro Lime, Corn Tortilla
Charred Fresh Catch Tacos$18.00
Pineapple Salsa, Cabbage, Cilantro, Lime Crema, Flour Tortilla

What 4,242 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

West Suburbs
Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar is the perfect venue for special occasions or a delightful evening out. Known for its "amazing service" and "delicious food," patrons rave about the seafood options and Sunday Jazz Brunch. While some find it pricey, the "warm ambiance" and attentive staff ensure a memorable experience.

4,242 Reviews

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Pam
Chicago
49 reviews
vip
5.0
49 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good service & good food. Server never made us feel rushed.
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Sharrann
New York City
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent birthday lunch for my friend. Outstanding service was only exceeded by the delicious food. Sweet birthday card signed by staff and beautiful birthday cupcake completed the great lunch experience.
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Ana
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food with excellent service in a beautiful setting!
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Donald
Detroit
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are from the Detroit area and visit once or twice a year. Parker's is one of our favorite places for a wonderful dinner.
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AJ
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always delicious for my whole family. My children are such picky eaters, but they always enjoy different foods here. The service is great and they go above & beyond in taking care of us all. I love the different seafood specials & love the desserts as well. 5 Stars!!!
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Ellie
Chicago
53 reviews
vip
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a delightful lunch with a nice variety of entrees to choose from. The Lobster Bisque is mouthwatering.
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Keith
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
food was good, service allowed us time to talk and reconnect with each other without feeling being pushed out
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Tanya
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The restaurant was decorated for Christmas and it’s was very nice. It had the warm cozy feeling. The food & service was excellent. Our waitress was very attentive but not overwhelming.
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Linnea
Chicago
93 reviews
vip
4.0
93 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Shrimp and grits was Cajun spiced-perfect! Quiche was tasty and more than substantial. During very good jazz at brunch, be prepared to forgo conversation temporarily or amp up your own volume if the group asks to play at your table. Our guests spent an hour + on the road to join us and said the meal was worth every minute of the trip!
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James
Chicago
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant and good ambiance. A bit on the pricey side ($50+/plate), but well worth it if you want a finer dining experience or celebrating something without having to deal with downtown Chicago parking. Will definitely go back food, service, adult beverages all on point.
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FAQs

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (630) 960-5700.

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 4242 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

1000 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Additional information

Cross street
Highland Avenue
Neighborhood
Downers Grove
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is available in private lot.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pawel Marszalek
Entertainment
Wednesday through Friday, we feature live jazz in our lounge from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://parkersamerican.com/
Phone number
(630) 960-5700
Private party facilities
We have four Private Dining Rooms, ranging in capacity from 6 to 50 guests, all containing AV capabilities and a wide variety of seating configurations. Personalized menus, 745 unique wines and a huge selection of liquors, insures that your event will be nothing short of perfect.
Private party contact
Linda Stevens: (630) 960-5703

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Lobster Bisque

Clam Chowder

Creekstone Farms Filet Mignon

Appetizers & Small Plates

Soup of the Day

Clam Chowder

Lobster Bisque$13.00

Fresh Shucked Oysters

Crispy Calamari$18.00

Roasted Tomato Crostini$11.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$10.00

Marinated Beets & Goat Cheese$13.00

Margherita Pizza VPN$16.00

Salads

Summer Watermelon Salad$14.00

Chopped Salad$13.00

Caesar Salad$12.00

Add to Any Salad

Grilled Chicken Breast$8.00

Grilled Gulf Shrimp (5)$13.00

Grilled Salmon$13.00

Grilled Steak$12.00

Entrées

Salmon Poke Bowl$21.00

Grilled Shrimp Salad$23.00

Chicken Milanese$24.00

Grilled Faroe Island Salmon$26.00

Cedar Plank Roasted Lake Superior Whitefish$33.00

Shrimp & Mussel Fettuccine$29.00

Risotto Genovese$25.00

Daily Express Lunch

Daily Express Lunch$26.00

Burgers & Sandwiches

Parkers' Cheeseburger*$17.00

Kobe Beef Cheeseburger*$21.00

Grilled Chicken & Chèvre Sandwich$16.00

Crispy Cod Sandwich$15.00

Bourbon Glazed Strip Steak Sandwich$26.00

New England Lobster & Shrimp Roll$28.00

Beef Short Rib Tacos$17.00

Charred Fresh Catch Tacos$18.00

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