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A photo of Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine restaurant
1. Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine
4.6
Exceptional(1240)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 16 times today
For outstanding Italian cuisine, look no further than Palermo's 95th. This family run, award winning restaurant specializes in authentic veal, steak, pasta, and fresh seafood creations for lunch and dinner. Established in 1961 by Ben and Nina Calderone, the family tradition still continues thru their sons, Anthony and William. Sherman Kaplen of WBBM radio says, "Palermo's 95th is a true diamond among the southwest side Italian restaurants!" The grilled shrimp and calamari and the 8-finger cavetelli are outstanding. Plus check out their extensive wine and martini list. Featured on WTTW Check Please!
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2. Highlander House Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(76)
Price: Moderate
• Polish • Palos Hills
Booked 5 times today
Highlander House Restaurant & Bar is highly praised for its authentic Polish cuisine. As one reviewer put it, 'Authentic food. Excellent service. Affordable prices. Highly recommended.' Another review highlighted the 'Delicious, authentic food' and the 'excellent service'. The menu boasts traditional Polish dishes like stuffed cabbage rolls and bigos, adding to its authenticity.
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3. Francesca's on 95th
4.6
Exceptional(1361)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 14 times today
Francesca’s on 95th is located in vibrant downtown Oaklawn. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.
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4. Petite Vie
4.8
Exceptional(299)
Price: Moderate
• French • Western Springs
Booked 39 times today
Nestled in the heart of downtown Western Springs, Petite Vie offers a menu curated with classic French dishes infused with Chef Paul Virant's signature flair. Spending time researching in France for inspiration, Virant has crafted every dish with meticulous attention to detail and a reverence for tradition. Seating 65 guests, Petite Vie’s intimate space exudes the warmth and comfort of a traditional French brasserie, while seamlessly blending modern design elements. A collaboration between Virant, his wife Jennifer and long-time friend and designer Jody Tate, every detail at Petite Vie tells a story of meticulous craftsmanship and thoughtful curation. Featuring French intricacy and layering, the space is a canvas of artistic expression, with artwork curated from both local talents and treasures acquired during the team's time in Paris. Framed prints, commissioned paintings, and a round antique mirror passed down through generations, adorn the walls, adding layers of intrigue.
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5. mána
4.4
Awesome(203)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • La Grange
Booked 46 times today
Inspired by the nurture and timeless tradition of Grecian mothers, mána serves authentic, contemporary Greek cuisine rooted in heritage and sustainability.
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6. Frankie's Since 1988
4.9
Exceptional(3758)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Tinley Park
Booked 21 times today
The Santoro Family has been in the food service industry since 1988. Our Tinley Park location was renovated AND re-branded in May of 2023. We created a new MODERN CHIC vibe...The new name "Frankie's Since 1988" as an ode to our original restaurant on the Southside of Chicago. No longer a fine dining white tablecloth restaurant. Our new concept more energetic music, vibrant craft cocktails & mocktails along with the same homemade pastas and signature dishes, such as Ciambotta (sausage & peppers), meatballs, Chicken "limone" with a lemon butter & capers sauce amongst others that have been loved throughout the years from Frankie's. We also added authentic southern Italian style pizzas from our Marra Forni oven in the dining room. Our updated menu is a combination of old classics from the past 16 years in Tinley Park and new items with the same wonderful service guests have come to know and love from Frankie's.
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7. Lou Malnati's - Midway
4.4
Awesome(15)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Midway
Booked 8 times today
Whether you’re coming or going, our location near Midway airport is a great destination to grab your slice while in Chicago. At Lou Malnati’s, you can get one of the most authentic Chicago pizza experiences from one of the oldest in the game. Experience Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years, with family recipes and high-quality ingredients that you just don’t find everywhere.
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8. Texas de Brazil - Orland Park
4.5
Awesome(1849)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Orland Park
Booked 74 times today
Texas de Brazil - Orland Park offers an authentic Brazilian steakhouse experience. Reviewers consistently praise the 'quality experience in food, staff, and atmosphere', with mentions of 'flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage'. The atmosphere is described as welcoming and inviting, while the service is always rated highly. The 'plentiful, varied, fresh, and top quality' food, served at your choice of temperature, also contributes to its authenticity.
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9. Kama Bistro La Grange
4.8
Exceptional(1547)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Indian • La Grange
Booked 45 times today
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
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10. Gaia Italiano
4.7
Exceptional(365)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Berwyn
Booked 14 times today
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  • PatriciaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •186 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Outstanding! We enjoyed a drink and appetizer at the bar before our dinner reservation. The bar staff was friendly and helpful and the pastry cheese puffs were melt in your mouth delicious. Dinner was delicious and our server was delightful. Vibrant scene in a great location.
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    Petite ViePrice: Moderate• French• Western Springs
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    4.8
  • Jim
    Chicago / Illinois •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Best pizza in Chicagoland The sweet sauce is the best. Great peppers and sausage
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    Palermo's 95th Fine Italian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Lawn
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    4.6
  • SaraVIP
    Denver / Colorado •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Thassos never ceases to amaze! How refreshing to find a restaurant that understands the importance of good service. Did I mention the food? I tried the meatballs with red sauce for the first time (I make a point to try something new every time I go to Thassos) and my goodness what flavor! I always recommend this place to my friends and family, and I plan to be a returning customer for a long time! 
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    Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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    4.7
  • MichelleVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 28, 2024
    The best authentic Polish food around! The European plate provides a variety of foods to sample.
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    Highlander House Restaurant & BarPrice: Moderate• Polish• Palos Hills
    •
    4.6
  • Amy
    Chicago / Illinois •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 26, 2024
    Always great! Christmas Day Dinner is usually stressful and expensive at a restaurant. It was perfect at Francesca’s last night. They did a great job allowing off the menu selections, friendly service and a beautiful atmosphere. But, pls for the love of Italian food, bring back the old Ceasar Salad. The new recipe is not good. The old one was perfection!!!
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    Francesca's on 95thPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Lawn
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    4.6

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