Best Cozy Restaurants in Melrose Park

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1. Blue Fire Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(38)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Oak Park

Booked 5 times today

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

2. Tom's Steak House

4.7

Exceptional(44)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Melrose Park

Booked 16 times today

Tom's Steakhouse is a classic American restaurant known for its generous cuts of expertly cooked steaks. Since opening its doors in 1952, it has been a staple, serving customers with the highest quality dining experience. Tom's exclusively offers USDA prime aged beef, grilling each steak to perfection over an open flame. Tom's is best known for its steaks offering prime cuts like filet mignon, bone-in ribeye, prime rib, New York strip, and T-Bone. Tom's menu also extends well beyond steak. Seafood, Poultry and pork options are available that diners love. Favorites among these include The Athenian chicken, grilled lamb chops, fresh Alaskan salmon and steamed crab legs.

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3. The Little Gem Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1150)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 22 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!

4. Maya Del Sol

4.8

Exceptional(3824)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 31 times today

## Maya Del Sol: A Culinary Journey Through Latin America Step into Maya Del Sol and embark on a vibrant culinary adventure through the diverse flavors of Latin America. Our family-owned restaurant, nestled in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois, offers a unique dining experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. **A Fusion of Flavors:** Our menu is a symphony of bold, innovative flavors, drawing inspiration from Mexico, Central America, and South America. From fresh ceviche and sizzling fajitas to succulent steaks and flavorful seafood creations, each dish is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the region. Our chefs use only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a burst of authentic taste. **A Vibrant Atmosphere:** Whether you choose to dine in our elegant dining rooms or on our expansive outdoor patio, Maya Del Sol offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lush greenery, twinkling lights, and the lively chatter of friends and family create a truly special ambiance. **Hand-Crafted Cocktails:** No Latin American experience is complete without a perfectly crafted margarita. Our extensive margarita list features fresh, hand-squeezed juices and unique flavor combinations, all shaken and served tableside. We also offer a curated selection of cocktails

5. Piacere Mio

4.8

Exceptional(331)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Forest Park

Booked 12 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.

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6. Thorn Restaurant & Lounge

4.5

Awesome(178)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rosemont

Booked 11 times today

Sip and savor at Thorn, the modern American restaurant & lounge located inside The Rose Hotel. The lounge features plush, comfortable seating areas or opt for a more formal dining experience in the restaurant area. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as brunch and late night cocktails, the menu includes comfort food favorites, signature Rose items, and Chef’s daily specials.

7. Francesca's Amici

4.7

Exceptional(1416)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Elmhurst

Booked 18 times today

Francesca’s Amici is located in vibrant downtown Elmhurst. The menu features zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

8. Citrine Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(1283)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Oak Park

Booked 22 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.

9. Hoja Santa

4.7

Exceptional(97)

Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Oak Park

Booked 12 times today

We're Hoja Santa, your culinary adventure in Oak Park. Inspired by the Hoja Santa leaf, we blend tradition and innovation to serve up unforgettable Mexican flavors. Join us for great food, crafted cocktails, and a warm welcome

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10. Encore! by Little Gem

4.2

Awesome(9)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Oak Park

Booked 1 time today

Step into a world of vintage modern charm with a relaxed, speakeasy vibe.Offering a Comfy and Cozy Bar and Lounge to relax as you sip on our expertly crafted cocktails and indulge in our delicious menu featuring tasty small plates, appetizers, entrees and desserts.Intimate, warm romantic and fun! Encore by Little Gem serving more of what you love... come join us.Also Available For Private Parties

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EdVIP
Chicago / Illinois •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We can't get enough of this neighborhood gem. Crab Cake and Octopus appetizers were a great start. Chianti Pear salad led us into dinner of Chicken Saltimbocca and Veal Marsala. Both were delicious. Evon (our waiter) was attentive as always. We always enjoy having Jose and Paco stop by our table during our visit. Plan on seeing you soon!
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Piacere MioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Forest Park
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4.8
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LeilaVIP
Chūgoku region •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This was my first time. It was a wonderful experience. Carlos was warm and welcoming. He took such good care of us. The food was excellent. I am going back many more times.
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The Little Gem RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oak Park
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4.8
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Nanette
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Toms steakhouse is a great throwback to elegant dining in a warm cozy environment. The food is always top notch and the servers very accommodating. This is a great place to celebrate or have a terrific burger.
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Tom's Steak HousePrice: Expensive• Steak• Melrose Park
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4.7
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Jenn
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
The food was absolutely amazing, the carne asada was literal perfection and so were the ropa vieja plantains, the cochinita pibil and the ceviche. They were able to accommodate our large party of 10 on short notice and the service was wonderful- thank you Chris!!!
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Maya Del SolPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oak Park
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4.8
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Melvin
North Dakota •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
Great ambiance and food. Would definitely go again.
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Blue Fire RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Oak Park
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4.4

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95 restaurants available nearby

1. Blue Fire Restaurant

2. Tom's Steak House

3. The Little Gem Restaurant

4. Maya Del Sol

5. Piacere Mio

6. Thorn Restaurant & Lounge

7. Francesca's Amici

8. Citrine Cafe

9. Hoja Santa

10. Encore! by Little Gem

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