Best Family Style Restaurants in Cicero

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanJapanese

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ChicagoNear WestWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

Albany ParkAndersonvilleBucktown / Wicker ParkDowntown / LoopGold Coast / StreetervilleGoose Island

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

64 restaurants available nearby

1. Hoja Santa

4.8

Exceptional(118)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Oak Park

Booked 8 times today

We're Hoja Santa, your culinary adventure in Oak Park. Inspired by the Hoja Santa leaf, we blend tradition and innovation to serve up unforgettable Mexican flavors. Join us for great food, crafted cocktails, and a warm welcome

2. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2427)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 188 times today

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.

3. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2807)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 272 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

4. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(15081)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 221 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.

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5. Chicago Chop House

4.8

Exceptional(3799)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 36 times today

Experience History & Excellence: Chicago Chop House® legendary menu features exclusively hand-cut in-house USDA prime steaks, fresh mouth watering seafood, decadent house-made sharable sides and irresistible scratch-made desserts to perfectly culminate your dining experience! Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with five-star service and one of a kind ambiance that includes three cozy candle lit floors of seating filled with over 1,400 historic photos of Chicago architecture, sports, entertainment, political figures, and a wall of mayor's. During the beautiful Chicago summers enjoy our outside Courtyard that offers a perfect setting for a moonlit dinner. Chicago Chop House® combines a memorable dining experience with a rich history, making it a beloved original steakhouse in Chicago.

6. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(221)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 62 times today

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee. Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

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7. Summer House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(8030)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 281 times today

Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

8. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5701)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 127 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.

A photo of El Che Steakhouse & Bar restaurant

9. El Che Steakhouse & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2186)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 88 times today

Located just beyond the West Loop’s famed “restaurant row,” El Che Steakhouse & Bar is Chicago's go-to destination for steak, seafood, and live-fire cooking. The restaurant is modeled after Executive Chef/Partner John Manion’s fascination with Argentinean asados: traditional backyard barbecues surrounding the flame. A 12-foot custom-built grill serves as the centerpiece for this downtown asado which embraces South American-tinged meats, seasonal vegetables, fresh seafood, and of course, steak. The hearth also serves as the heart of the restaurant’s experiences such as dining at the Hearth Table. Join us for happy hour at our cocktail bar, featuring signature cocktails and fiery bar bites or indulge in a glass of wine from the country’s only South American wine list. No matter what you choose, El Che brings the heat seven nights a week.For large groups, private events, birthdays, or celebrations, email us info@elchechicago.com.

10. Swift & Sons

4.7

Exceptional(4718)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Loop

Booked 82 times today

Swift & Sons is an American Steakhouse brought to you by Boka Restaurant Group. The stunning multi-room space was designed by the world-renowned design firm AvroKO and is located in the heart of the Fulton Market District — the birthplace of Chicago meatpacking. Executive Chef Chris Pandel's menu is based in traditional ideas and elevated with a modern approach that makes it unique in the Chicago steakhouse landscape. Signature dishes include the Beef Wellington, a staple of traditional steakhouse dining showcased with expertise in the Swift dining room.

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JoelVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food and service were outstanding! This dining experience exceeded our expectations. We were celebrating a very special occasion and the entire staff made this a very personal and meaningful evening. It was memorable and we won’t wait for another special occasion to come back. Our thanks to everyone at Alla Vita!
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Alla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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NicoleVIP
Chicago / Illinois •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
What a wonderful experience and amazing food! Thank you so much
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Hoja SantaPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Oak Park
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4.8
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LeshaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our experience at Aba was incredible, all of the food was so fresh and flavorful. Our waiter was so so friendly and even gave us a free app to try. It was a day to celebrate and the experience just made our celebrations 10x’s better. We can’t wait to go back again!
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Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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4.8
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angela
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful, knowledgable wait person who made ecellent recommendations,, amazing food.
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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KeithH
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Staff was amazing and food was better the Japanese Wagyu steak was great
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Chicago Chop HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.8

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