Best Authentic Restaurants in Palatine

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1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

4.7

Exceptional(1017)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 38 times today

Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, Illinois, is a restaurant dedicated to serving authentic Italian food in a casual setting. Pasta, seafood and other Italian favorites made with the freshest ingredients highlight the menu. Gianni's Cafe in Palatine is family owned and operated, which makes the customers feel at home as they enjoy their food.If you come for lunch at Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, you might want to choose from the seafood bar, where you can get oysters, clams, calamari and much more. Those who arrive for dinner will find some excellent entrees from which to choose, like the tortellini con prosciutto or the stuffed peppers.

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2. Agio Italian Bistro

4.8

Exceptional(1463)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 21 times today

A truly authentic Italian Restaurant, Agio Italian Bistro in Palatine is your place to unwind and relax after along day in adult setting that’s perfect for a romantic dinner or catching up with friends.The menu features fine Italian dishes with traditional pastas, meat and fresh fish. The centerpiece of the dining room features a wine room with 3000 premium bottles of wine.Available for private parties, business events and family gatherings Come enjoy lunch or dinner and a fine bottle of wine in our elegant dining room or intimate outdoor patio.

3. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1438)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 29 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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4. Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington Heights

4.4

Awesome(2259)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington Heights

Booked 18 times today

Located near downtown Arlington Heights IL, and just minutes from the Metra station, Palm Court brings a timeless classic ambiance alongside a tantalizing menu that combines American cuisine with European influences. Palm Court has received rave reviews since the restaurant opened its doors over 40 years ago for its ambiance, friendly service, and relaxed atmosphere.A highlight of the restaurant is the lounge area, a comfortable place to unwind, relax, meet up with friends as you listen to piano and live music every Friday and Saturday night.Our chef has been creating alluring dishes for Palm Court since its inception in 1979, and our chef-driven menu includes timeless favorites like filet medallions, crisp Long Island Duck, Veal Oscar and Dover Sole. No dinner is complete without Palm Court’s signature dessert, Brandy Ice!The bar offers a wide array of wines, cocktails, specialty martinis and imported and domestic beers.Our brand new patio is now available!

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5. Francesca's Tavola

4.5

Awesome(2247)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 38 times today

Francesca's Tavola is located in Arlington Heights and features a casually sophisticated ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

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6. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

4.8

Exceptional(17)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Deer Park

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Mother's Apron (“eomma-ui apchima” in Korean), where the spirit of maternal cooking thrives. In many cultures, mothers pass down cherished recipes, embodying traditions and flavors that nurture familial heritage. In Korean culture, "hand taste" (“sonmat”) captures the unique touch that comes from a cook’s skill and love.With this in mind, the partners of Mother's Apron aim to deliver an exceptional Korean culinary experience that evokes the warmth of mom's cooking.With over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we proudly introduce ourselves as pioneers of Korean BBQ in the greater Chicagoland area, led by our esteemed founder, a local icon known as the godmother of Korean cuisine. Our journey redefines Korean dining through authentic flavors and unmatched hospitality. Join us to savor our signature dishes and discover why we are celebrated as a culinary legacy.

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7. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer

4.8

Exceptional(675)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kildeer

Booked 23 times today

Gianni's Cafe is an authentic Italian restaurant located in Kildeer, Illinois. The family-owned eatery serves classic Italian cuisine like lasagna, bolognese sauce, and chicken marsala. Reviews highlight the restaurant's cozy ambiance, excellent service, and delicious food. One reviewer mentioned, 'The food is Always amazing! The service and ambiance is also great.' Another review states, 'Gianni’s Cafe is a dining experience not to be missed.' These reviews attest to the authenticity of Gianni's Cafe in providing a genuine Italian dining experience.

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8. Mago Grill & Cantina - Arlington Heights

4.7

Exceptional(1799)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Arlington Heights

Booked 41 times today

A celebration of Mexico's heritage, Mago Grill & Cantina is the creation of award-winning Chef Juan Luis Gonzalez. It's original Mexican and Latin menu is comprised of authentic favorites including freshly smashed tableside guacamole, seafood ceviches, savory salsas, fresh salads, and main dishes of steak, chicken, pork and seafood including the chef's own Grandma Paula's family recipes with vegetarian and gluten-free friendly items. The full service bar caters to margarita and tequila connoisseurs. Open for lunch, dinner and cocktails daily, 7 days a week. Family friendly dining, great for groups, too!

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9. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub

4.4

Awesome(279)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington Heights

Booked 14 times today

None truly embodies the true spirit of Ireland more than, Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub in Arlington Heights. What makes Peggy’s so unique is the fact that virtually every piece of the structure came directly from Ireland. All of the woodwork, including the bars themselves, were constructed and shipped directly from Ireland. Warm weather allows for tables outside around the beautiful perimeter. Children are welcome and free parking is available on the street and in a municipal garage just down the block. A professional staff, an inviting menu and an atmosphere that feels like Ireland all combine to make a visit to Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub an authentic and charming experience. Look for Irish food on the menu, Irish people serving and being served, and plenty of warm, friendly conversation with a few songs thrown in as the night goes on, and more than likely, you’ve found an authentic Irish pub, right here in Chicagoland.

10. La Zingara

4.6

Exceptional(323)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 8 times today

La Zingara Trattoria is one of the most iconic Italian restaurants in the area. Serving authentic italian food in the Chicago NW area for the last 25 years. Family traditions are our inspiration. Please make us part of yours!

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Claudia
Minneapolis - St. Paul •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was attentive and friendly. I ordered something that wasn’t on the menu and the waiter remarked that the chef makes a great dish. True! I loved my meal: aglio e olio with grilled shrimp! Excellent salted caramel gelato (we are one and ordered a second)! I loved the espresso martini. Holiday lighting enhanced the ambience!
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Agio Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.8
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Alice
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was a lovely evening with my Husband and adult goddaughter. We picked a good restaurant to celebrate Christmas. We were seated immediately with a reservation at 5:00. Having the smaller menu for the Christmas Holiday was a very good idea. You still had many choices and we never felt rushed. We enjoyed a leisurely dinner, with a cocktail to start and a delicious dessert. It was a good choice and never felt like we were being rushed. Glad we chose Palm Court Restaurant for our Christmas Dinner.
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Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington HeightsPrice: Moderate• American• Arlington Heights
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4.4
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BarbaraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a wonderful lunch/dinner. The food was perfectly presented and was flavorful and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. The wine, appetizers, dinner etc was flawless. Thank you. Barbara
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Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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4.7
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Marian
Chicago / Illinois •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This is by far the best Italian restaurant in the northern suburbs. The food is always amazing, as is the service. They are welcoming attentive and make you feel very special. I highly recommend Enzo and Lucia for any every day, dining, a special occasion or an amazing date night. Just make sure you make a reservation because I’m not the only person who feels this way about this restaurant.
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Enzo and LuciaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Grove
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4.8
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Brian
Chicago / Illinois •33 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 17, 2024
Service was excellent. Food was just as good. Room was inviting. First time there and will be back.
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Gianni's Cafe - PalatinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.7

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

2. Agio Italian Bistro

3. Enzo and Lucia

4. Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington Heights

5. Francesca's Tavola

6. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

7. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer

8. Mago Grill & Cantina - Arlington Heights

9. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub

10. La Zingara

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