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1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL
4.5
Awesome(4074)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oak Park
Booked 55 times today
Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.
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2. Maya Del Sol
4.8
Exceptional(3807)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Oak Park
Booked 10 times today
*All online reservations will secure a table on the covered and heated portion of our patio. *All parties will have 90 minutes to enjoy themselves.*Parties are currently limited to 6 guests.*We are following local, state, and federal guidelines regarding COVID 19 restrictions, in addition to our own precautions. Visit mayadelsol.com for a full list of our COVID procedures.*We reserve the right to modify our policies without notice.
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3. Rustico
4.7
Exceptional(1000)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Park
Booked 6 times today
Rustico is perfect for special occasions due to its superb food and atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the exquisite meals, knowledgeable staff, and great service. It's the go-to place for birthday dinners and New Year's Eve celebrations. The rustic ambiance and varied menu make it a standout in Oak Park.
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4. The Little Gem Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1135)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 7 times today
This Intimate, Stylish Little Restaurant is Elegant and Romantic With a Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere. A Relaxed Fine Dining Experience.Casual or Smart - All Feel At Ease.Reservations are Recommended - Walkins are always Welcome.Full Bar with a Speciality Bourbon Collection, Fine Wines and Craft Cocktails.Newly Expanded to right next door Also Check Out ENCORE! by Little Gem it is just as cosy, warm and inviting.In addition we have a Private Party Room for up to 70.Food + Drink Party Packages Available.Outdoor Dining available weather permitting.Gift Cards, Private Parties and Customized Menus are available. Please call (917) 327 8997 or email us : info@thelittlegemcafe.comWe look forward to serving you!
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5. Citrine Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(1273)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Oak Park
Booked 4 times today
Located in the heart of Oak Park IL, Citrine offers Mediterranean influenced cuisine with American flair. The menu includes seasonal fish and vegetable dishes, braised meats cooked in clay pots and fresh bread from our brick oven.
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6. Hemmingway's Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(1226)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 5 times today
At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.
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7. The Chew Chew
4.8
Exceptional(1772)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Riverside
Booked 4 times today
The Chew Chew is celebrating 28 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL directed by original Chef/Owner Scott Zimmer. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles northwest of Midway Airport and 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago. There is a Metra Train stop on our block for safe & easy access in/out of the City. We feature a multi-level dining room, vibrant full-bar & a cozy outdoor patio May-October (weather permitting). Happy Hour daily 4-6pm with beer, wine & cocktail specials. Make sure to try one of our famous Jumbo Martinis during your visit! We appreciate all the great reviews & voting us Chicago's #1 Neighborhood Restaurant on Open Table. If you cannot find a reservation online, please call us direct 708-447-8781. We look forward to serving you.
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8. The Walnut Room - Chicago
4.6
Exceptional(6771)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown / Loop
Booked 110 times today
For Large Parties 21 or more: please contact us at http://macysrestaurants.com/contact-us/ For Holiday Questions and Menu: http://macysrestaurants.com/walnut-room/holiday2024/The world famous Walnut Room has been a Chicago tradition since 1907. Located on the 7th floor of Macy's on State Street, the Walnut Room was the first restaurant ever opened in a department store. Conveniently located in the heart of the Chicago theater district, the Walnut Room is an excellent choice to take a break from shopping or for a meal and a glass of wine before the show. Enjoy our Famous Mrs. Herring's Chicken Pot Pie and other well known favorites on the menu.
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9. Daisies Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(175)
Price: Expensive
• American • Logan Square
Booked 35 times today
Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.
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10. Gibsons Italia
4.8
Exceptional(3893)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • River North (Chicago)
Booked 68 times today
Gibsons Italia is built on a tradition & elegance that is relentless in the pursuit of the very best. Chef-driven tastes of Italy are paired with the superiority of Gibsons Steakhouse, creating a restaurant that makes the familiar, exceptional. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.
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