Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in West Suburbs

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in West Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Kama Bistro La Grange

4.8

4.8 (1537)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Indian

La Grange

About the restaurant

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

Top review

Gerard

Dined on Dec 11, 2024

Great time, very helpful staff, walked first timers through to ensure everyone got what they were looking for, can't wait to go back.

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Chili Crispy Potatoes

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Chicken Tikka Harissa

Hardware

4.8

4.8 (3758)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Aurora

About the restaurant

Hardware is a Sustainable Gastropub and Brewery, complete with greenhouse and Organic Hop Farm.

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WilliamVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food was excellent Great selection of beers including NA beers. The bartender was excellent too.

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Altiro Latin Fusion - Aurora

4.7

4.7 (333)

$31 to $50

Latin / Spanish

Aurora

About the restaurant

A family owned restaurant with locations throughout Northern Illinois, offering a tapas-style inspired latin fusion cuisine of classic dishes with infused new flavors from Spain, Mexico, and South America.
The menu is designed to share, our dishes are presented in a tapa-style. Pair your meal with our house sangria, craft cocktails, or our local beers.

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Wendy

Dined 2 days ago

Loved the food, atmosphere, & service! This place is a must do delight!

True Food Kitchen - Oak Brook

4.5

4.5 (1404)

$30 and under

American

Oak Brook

About the restaurant

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Oakbrook guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located at Oakbrook Center, on level 1 near L.L. Bean. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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Kris

Dined 5 days ago

The food is excellent and so many healthy options for everyone. It’s a bit pricey for lunch and service was nothing to write home about. Coffee was lukewarm and had to wait to get cream and by the time it got there coffee was cold. Food was also on the lukewarm side in regard to temperature. Service was surprisingly slow considering the place was less than 50% capacity. It will be a while before we return.

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4.5

4.5 (159)

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

Aurora

About the restaurant

Leilani Asian Fusion offers a diverse menu that includes sushi, steak, vegetarian options, boba, signature cocktails, and more. The restaurant is a culinary sanctuary where Asian flavors weave together, forming a unique tapestry inspired by love, loyalty, and legacy.

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Lori

Dined 3 days ago

Daniel was our waiter - very attentive and high energy. We were celebrating our daughter’s graduation and he treated her extra special. The food was great especially the Adobo Pork Fried Rice and the walnut Shrimp. Love the ambiance and decor. We will Definitely go back. Nice to have a delicious and unique option in downtown Aurora!

Five O Four Kitchen

4.4

4.4 (90)

$30 and under

Global, International

Glen Ellyn

About the restaurant

Chef Cristian Orozco combines seasonal ingredients with international flavors. The menu draws upon both tradition and invention. Though the cooking does flaunt luxury ingredients, the heart of the plate is still traditional with a modern twist. 504 kitchen’s purpose is to make sure every guest has a unique dining experience paired with seasonal handcrafted cocktails.

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Whitney

Dined 6 days ago

504 Kitchen is my go-to place when I want something creative, fresh and delicious. The service, food and drinks are amazing EVERY SINGLE TIME. Michelin Star material for sure!

Hizemans

4.1

4.1 (82)

$30 and under

American

Naperville

About the restaurant

Welcome to Hizemans - our version of an elevated sports bar. Boasting the biggest & best TVs in the area, giant wings, & great food.

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BobVIP

Dined on Oct 8, 2024

We happened to make reservations during a Little Friends fundraiser… was happy to support the cause!! Everything was perfect!

Amore Mio Restaurant & Piano Bar

4.0

4 (122)

$31 to $50

Italian

Aurora

About the restaurant

Amore Mio, is an Italian- American restaurant created by chef Roberto Avila . The restaurant pays homage to the essence of the great Italian-American restaurants of mid-20th century in New York City. Family Owned by Altiro Group.

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Kim

Dined on Nov 15, 2024

The food and service were excellent! We’ll definitely be back in the future

AltaVida

4.0

4 (64)

$30 and under

Latin American

Naperville

About the restaurant

Welcome to AltaVida!

Discover the beautiful Publico on the first floor, where you'll find a vibrant and inviting space perfect for any occasion. With two bars equipped to serve your favorite drinks, including a delightful espresso back bar for coffee lovers, AltaVida! offers an experience like no other. Cozy seating areas invite you to relax and unwind, while the VIP Red Room provides an exclusive touch for those looking to elevate their visit.

Checkout the 2nd floor - Rumba where there's a beautiful elegant Spirit Bar, Wine Station and walk around to see the gorgeous entertainment nightclub for live music and dancing.

Whether you're catching up with friends or enjoying a night out, AltaVida! is the ultimate destination for fun and excitement. Looking for the "Alta-experience" for your next event. Please inquiry with the Events Coordinator, Shaunte' for your private parties, special events, or corporate meeting at 630-866-8432 ext 444 .

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Mary

Dined on Oct 27, 2024

Beautiful brunch experience! From the engaging details of PUBLICO that were thoughtfully designed on the 1st floor space to the cozy “red glass room” which created a fun ambiance. The Latin American brunch menu which my church friend, Jan ordered a delicious double crab cake benedict with perfectly cooked poached eggs and a drizzle of hollandaise sauce complimented with roasted potatoes. I thoroughly enjoyed my order of the El Americano — eggs made to order (chose perfectly scrambled eggs), with 3 meats of sliced ham, maple bacon and chorizo sausage link along with those great roasted potatoes. Yum!!! Will definitely be back to try the dinner menu. Also service was very attentive by manager, Sandra, because we arrived for a late brunch at 1:30pm-2pm so there was just a few other tables. I think it was so new only 3 months open that this place — AltaVida! is a best kept secret because they haven’t done any advertising or promotion that they’re open for weekend brunch yet.

The Restaurant at Wonderverse

3.4

3.4 (104)

$31 to $50

American

Oak Brook

About the restaurant

Our restaurant offers a captivating setting where every detail is designed to elevate your dining experience. Delight your taste buds with our exquisite dishes, expertly crafted to tantalize your palate. Savor innovative flavors and impeccable presentation that showcase the essence of modern American cuisine. Pair your meal with our handcrafted cocktails and curated selection of beverages, promising an unforgettable culinary journey. Whether you're seeking a romantic evening or a gathering with friends, our restaurant at Wonderverse promises an unparalleled blend of delectable fare, inviting atmosphere, and exceptional service.

Book your table now and embark on a gastronomic adventure like no other!

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Joseph

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

The place was fantastic clean well run very welcoming and very enjoyable. Love the VR experience. Definitely going back to do them again. Food was good service staff was great management was amazing. The whole experience was well worth it. Highly Recommend going if you haven’t experienced it definitely add on your list

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