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A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn, IL restaurant
4.4
Awesome(6333)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oak Lawn
Booked 106 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.
A photo of Ken's on Western restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(422)
Price: Moderate
• American • Burbank
Booked 8 times today
We are about family, tradition, food, libations, classic favorites, great times with close friends. New ideas collide with old school class. Enjoy!
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4.8
Exceptional(2223)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Midlothian
Booked 15 times today
Bella Mia is a neighborhood gem in Midlothian, praised for its delicious food, great service, and wonderful atmosphere. Reviewers call it a 'hidden gem' and a 'favorite place to dine'. It's got that downtown feel right in the suburbs, making it a great spot for a variety of occasions. It's not just the food that's consistently delicious, but the staff's warm and friendly nature, as well as the beautiful decor that makes every visit special.
A photo of Franconello Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(378)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Evergreen Park
Booked 9 times today
Visit Franconello's for Italian dining at its finest! We serve all homemade appetizers, entrees, and desserts. We specializes in 2 inch center cut pork chops, Sausage Franconello style, and pastas, including homemade gnocchi. Among the dessert specialties are tiramisu, cannoli dip, carrot cake, and gelato.Please Call us at 773-881-4100 for Parties larger than 4 and we will help accommodate your group.
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4.8
Exceptional(4585)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Homewood
Booked 19 times today
Maple Tree Inn was awarded the very prestigious honor of being named in the Top 50 Southern Restaurants In America by OpenTable in 2018. We are proud to announce that the Maple Tree Inn has permanently relocated to Homewood, IL. We have maintained almost 100% of our staff and they have made the move with us. We are still committed to the art of Cajun/Creole cooking & maintaining our status as the first and longest-running Cajun/Creole restaurant in Chicagoland. We are featuring a menu of our signature dishes including our Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp, Country Gumbo, Jambalaya, Crawfish Étouffée, and many more! We have boutique wines on draft, signature hand crafted cocktails, and an impressive craft beer list. Our hand crafted, premium cocktail menu highlights the very best of our repertoire. We look forward to hosting you & providing you with all the comforts of New Orleans, just a little closer to home.
A photo of Primal Cut Steakhouse restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3182)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Tinley Park
Booked 36 times today
WE WILL BE CLOSED JAN 1- JAN 3ALL PARTIES OVER 4 MUST CALL15 MINUTE GRACE PERIOD FOR RESERVATIONS ALL GUEST MUST BE PRESENT TO BE SEATED- NO EXCEPTIONS2 HOUR SEATINGSRESEVATION RECOMMENDEDPLEASE REMEMBER ALL CHILDREN AND INFANTS COUNT AS A SEAT3.5% Service Charge on all credit and debit Cards18% GRAT ON ALL PARTIES UNDER 6 PEOPLE. 20% GRAT. ON ALL PARTIES OVER 6 PEOPLEWE WILL BE CLOSED JANUARY 1st thru JANUARY 3rd
A photo of Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1225)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 13 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!
A photo of Francesca's Vicinato restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1581)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Palos Hills
Booked 12 times today
Francesca’s Vicinato is located in vibrant downtown Palos Park. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.
A photo of Francesca's on 95th restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1344)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 16 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.
A photo of Jack Binion's Steakhouse - Horseshoe Hammond restaurant
4.0
Excellent(2067)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Hammond, IN
Booked 3 times today
For nearly a decade, our legendary Steak House has been a Chicago favorite with its exquisite service and attention to detail. The Chicago Tribune calls Jack Binion's Steak House "an upscale experience rivaling downtown's finest steakhouses." The reason for the enduring popularity of Jack Binion's Steak House is quite simple - magnificent cuts and house specialties served with impeccable presentation. Each piece is hand selected and trimmed to the exacting standards of certified artisans. Must be 21 and over to dineTogo's offered based on business volume. Large party gratuity added for parties of 8 or more, regardless of checks being split. Parties will be limited to splitting checks 4 ways. Guests are given a 15 minute grace period for reservations.
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  • Mariavip
    Chicago / Illinois •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Coleen did a great job. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals and I also had a dinner to go. I'll say it again, you have the best bussers of any restaurant. Well done!  If I could only make one comment for improvement, it would be that the chocolate chip cookie dessert should have been warm with the ice cream. Thank you. 
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    Ken's on WesternPrice: Moderate• American• Burbank
    4.7
  • Debora
    Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We were seated 10 minutes early for our 1pm reservation. Out server arrived at our table immediately and greeted us. We put in drink orders then when she came with those we ordered our appetizer and meal. We thought it might take a bit of time as the place was full but it was all out quickly. Ordered thr pot pie and braised beef and both good. This is where service got slow but I think they seated 3 or 4 new tables in her area at once so she was busy. Ordered thr mint cheesecake and that was amazing. Bill was $80 plus tax so not really bad for 2 people to have a nice meal with drinks and dessert. The tree and Christmas decorations were beautiful and we lucked out and were seated near the tree. Will make it a tradition each year to go back. Lucked out on the reservation because we missed it when it opened. So glad we got one!
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    The Walnut Room - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown / Loop
    4.6
  • John
    Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We have been patronizing this restaurant many years. The food is excellent and very reasonable. I do notice that when it is crowded there isn’t enough help to keep up with the volume of orders and service. They should increase the number of servers and especially the bar tending staff. Our waiter Joey was very attentive. I believe that he was waiting on more tables than he should have. The upper management should look into increasing staff or implement more efficiencies.
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    Bella MiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Midlothian
    4.8
  • Cynthia
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My waiter was amazing! Very knowledgeable and attentive. I wish I had gotten his name so that we can request to sit in his section.
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Lawn
    4.4
  • Annevip
    Chicago / Illinois •26 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Cold upstairs. Did not get offered soup or salad…just served main dish.
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    Franconello Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Evergreen Park
    4.8
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