Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Riverside

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchJapanese

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ChicagoNear WestSouth SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AvondaleBerwynBucktown / Wicker ParkForest ParkLa GrangeLogan Square

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

35 restaurants available nearby

1. Piacere Mio

4.8

Exceptional(363)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Forest Park

Booked 15 times today

NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 11 AM TO 4 PM Modern Italian Restaurant with House Made Pasta, Risotto, Seafood, Meat and House Made Desserts by Chef J. MarquezCasual Dining with a Relaxed atmosphere.

2. Mattone

4.7

Exceptional(955)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Grange

Booked 4 times today

Mattone Restaurant and Bar will gain its popularity over the years as a place where patrons come to enjoy food and beverages of the finest quality, served with hospitality and good spirits. Come see what everyone is talking about!!!

3. Lavergne's Tavern

4.5

Awesome(170)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Berwyn

Booked 2 times today

Nestled in the heart of Berwyn, Lavergne’s Tavern blends historic charm with a modern, welcoming vibe. Opened in 2016 in the former Garv’s Inn, a beloved gathering spot since the ’60s, it preserves its roots with restored tin ceilings, original hardwood floors, and a stunning bar handcrafted from reclaimed black walnut.With a perfect mix of cozy and lively, the space offers high-top bar seating and family-friendly tables, making it ideal for date nights, group outings, or casual meals.The menu is elevated yet approachable, featuring shareable appetizers and hearty entrées crafted with quality ingredients. A must-try is the Italian Beef Egg Roll, a fusion of tender Italian beef, zesty giardiniera, spicy queso, and Monterey Jack, served with rich au jus. As one guest put it, it’s “life-changing.”Whether sipping craft beer, enjoying a cocktail, or savoring bold flavors, every visit to Lavergne’s Tavern feels like a neighborhood gathering.

A photo of Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles restaurant

4. Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles

4.9

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

Booked 1 time today

We offer a generous menu selection consisting of Southern specialties like fried chicken, fried catfish, and peach cobbler just to name a few. Fuel your office lunch with delectable down-home cooking.

5. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(15081)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 215 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.

6. La Serre

4.6

Exceptional(538)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • West Loop

Booked 65 times today

Inspired by the coastal regions of Provence and Saint-Tropez, La Serre, located in Fulton Market, invites guests into a lush and colorful greenhouse setting. The culinary approach highlights the light and vibrant cuisine of Provence, with a focus on native techniques and ingredients, offering lighter takes on the dishes of the French-Mediterranean landscape. Fresh vegetables, seafood, and all-natural Black Angus beef are expertly prepared on the kitchen’s hardwood charcoal hearth, infusing each dish with incredible wood and charcoal flavors, elevating the ingredients without heavy sauces or seasonings.Whether you're enjoying steak, seafood, or Mediterranean-inspired dishes, La Serre is the perfect destination for romantic dinners, dates, birthdays, or fine dining. The bar offers expertly crafted cocktails and drinks, providing the ideal atmosphere for any occasion, from a casual night out to an elegant celebration.

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7. Le Bouchon - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2155)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Bucktown / Wicker Park

Booked 61 times today

Le Bouchon has been thriving in Bucktown since 1993, serving classic French Bistro food in a dining room that will transport you to Paris. Voted one of the best French Restaurants in America by Timeout Magazine. Open from 11am-10pm Monday - Saturday.

8. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(222)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 54 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.

9. Bandit

4.7

Exceptional(1031)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • West Loop

Booked 50 times today

Bandit, located in the West Loop of Chicago, serves comfort food that is both nostalgic and elevated. Reviewers rave about the 'always fresh and delicious' food, the 'yummy' dishes, and the 'bomb' flavors. The menu features items like Churro Sandwich, The Diplomat Burger, and Crispy Chicken, that are classic, comforting, and made with quality ingredients. The ambiance of the restaurant, with its 'rustic materials', 'vintage paraphernalia', and 'polished décor', also adds to the comfort and warmth of the place.

10. Antico Posto

4.8

Exceptional(6232)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Brook

Booked 109 times today

Antico Posto, “The Old Spot”, is an intimate Italian Cafe and Wine Bar carefully hidden in Oakbrook Center Mall. The neighborhood restaurant boasts a warm, and inviting atmosphere combined with simple Italian comfort food. Make yourself comfortable in one of the many booths, or enjoy the private dining space for celebrations and special occasions. House specialties include fresh mozzarella, hand-crafted pasta, brick-oven pizza and house-made gelato. The wine list features more than 30 Italian and domestic selections available by the glass, 1/2 bottle and bottle. Signature dishes include Caprese, Margherita Pizza, Gnocchi Delicati, Classic Spaghetti Bolognese, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Raguso and Specialty Risotto.

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angela
Tahoe / Reno Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 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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MICHAEL
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Excellent place. One efficient and comfortable room with a six seat bar.The servers and staff work well as a team and are eager to please. The tuna appetizer was excellent as was the pear salad. both specials were tasty and good sized( the pork chop and the pappardel ), Pistachio Gelatto finished it off nicely
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Piacere MioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Forest Park
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4.8
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BonnieVIP
Chicago / Illinois •99 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Excellent service and we had the ribs that were on special. They weren’t finger-licking good because you didn’t have to touch them. They were excellent. They fell off the bone, just the way we love them. Could not finish the large slab.
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MattonePrice: Moderate• Italian• La Grange
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4.7
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LasbatVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
The food was good. Customer service was okay.
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Chicago's Home of Chicken & WafflesPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park
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4.9
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JimVIP
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Food and service were great. Place can get a bit noisy. But again, it is a bar/restaurant. Saying that, would still go back again in a heartbeat!
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Lavergne's TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Berwyn
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4.5

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