Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in South Elgin

This is our favorite moderately priced restaurant. They serve fresh baked bread that is the best we’ve had at any restaurant. They also serve an antipasto dish with olives, cauliflower, celery, shredded Parmesan cheese, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. It’s delicious and a perfect complement for the bread. It’s filling too so it could replace an appetizer. We like to go on Friday nights because their current special on Fridays is Shrimp Diavlo. It’s magnificent. Big meaty shrimp and a flavorful, chunky tomato sauce makes this dish five stars. We had the tiramisu for dessert last night with coffee and it’s a huge piece of cake, beautifully presented with a vanilla cream around the base. Wow. We’ll go back soon!

I had the absolute pleasure of being served by Joline during my visit, and I have to say, she is hands down the best server I’ve ever encountered! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with a warm smile and an upbeat attitude that set the tone for an amazing experience. Joline was attentive without being overbearing, ensuring our drinks were always full and checking in at just the right moments. Her knowledge of the menu was impressive—she recommended a dish I wouldn’t have chosen on my own, and it turned out to be my new favorite! What stood out most was her genuine care for her customers. She made us feel like VIPs, going above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. It’s rare to find someone who truly loves what they do, but with Joline, it shows. If you’re lucky enough to have Joline as your server, you’re in for a treat. I’ll definitely be coming back, and a big part of that is because of her outstanding service.

I wish I was allowed to give La ZaZa Trattoria 10 stars because this place is fantastic! Everything cooked perfectly, great service and reasonable prices for what you get. The Wagyu Steak special was one of the best steaks I’ve ever eaten, (cooked perfectly to order) and I’ve dined at some of the finest steakhouses in the country. If I lived in the area, I’d be here every night!! Awesome restaurant!

We have been dining at Gibson’s in Oak Brook for many years. We love the food, service, and ambiance. We look forward to warmer weather so we can sit outside. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, a holiday, or just want a delicious meal, Gibson’s is the place to go!

The happy special was great. Very good burger. The service was good.