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- SScottvipChicago / Illinois •192 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoExtremely pleasant staff. Food was good. Ambiance was good for a business meeting. I'd go back in the future!More infoHemmingway's BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Oak Park•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinerChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoIt's always a good vibe! Highly recommend the shrimp for appetizers and egg roll.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park•4.5
- MMelissaChicago / Illinois •5 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoI was looking forward to the squash ravioli, but unfortunately it was so sweet it should have been a dessert. I also didn't care for the cubed pieces of squash in the sauce, but that's a personal preference. The steak tartar was more veg than steak, which I found weird However, I still love this restaurant and will continue to go back as most everything on the menu is outstanding and they mix a good drink. I'll just avoid these two things in the future.More infoCitrine CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Oak Park•4.8
- CCatherinevipChicago / Illinois •9 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat restaurant. Great food. Choices appeal to many different tastes. New location is great.More infoRusticoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Park•4.7
- LLeslieChicago / Illinois •9 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024Loved being there to help Maya celebrate 17 years as a local restaurant. Good food and drinks. Raul and Josh were attentive. One of our group’s favorite local restaurants.More infoMaya Del SolPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Oak Park•4.8
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Discover Near West
The Near West Side of Chicago is jam-packed with plenty of various restaurants, all doing their part to make up a very diverse array of dining options. You can have some time-tested and beloved American favorites like nachos, wings, and burgers in one of the many warm and cozy taverns or bar and grill restaurants nearby. If you've got a hankering for some Mexican, try out one of the eateries close by for a great helping of quesadillas, chimichangas, tacos, and more. There's also no shortage of authentic Italian restaurants in the area where you can try the likes of old favorites ranging from calamari and stuffed dates to risotto, veal, rib eye, and beef short ribs.
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Healthy restaurants located in Near West include Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL, Maya Del Sol and Citrine Cafe
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Near West are Rustico, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL and Citrine Cafe
Bottomless brunch in Near West is available at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL, Maya Del Sol and Hemmingway's Bistro
The most romantic restaurant in Near West is Hemmingway's Bistro
Restaurants in Near West with a great view include Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL, Citrine Cafe and Hacienda Calavera