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1. Piacere Mio
4.8
Exceptional(363)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Forest Park
Booked 9 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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2. The Little Gem Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1175)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 16 times today
The Little Gem Restaurant is a gem in Oak Park, known for its cozy atmosphere, great food, and exceptional service. Reviews rave about the 'great variety of brunch dishes', 'delicious' food, and the 'attentive service'. It's a favorite spot for locals and visitors alike, often referred to as a 'hidden gem' and a 'go-to place'. The restaurant's live jazz and intimate ambiance make it an ideal spot for a romantic dinner or a night out with friends.
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3. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL
4.3
Awesome(4206)
Price: Moderate
• American • Oak Park
Booked 68 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.
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4. Rustico
4.7
Exceptional(1054)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Park
Booked 24 times today
Delicious Italian & Spanish cuisine celebrating regional flavors of The Mediterranean in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois
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5. Hemmingway's Bistro
4.6
Exceptional(1278)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Oak Park
Booked 21 times today
At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.
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6. Blue Fire Restaurant
4.3
Awesome(45)
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.
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7. Citrine Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(1300)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Oak Park
Booked 23 times today
Citrine Cafe is a gem in the neighborhood, praised for its cozy ambiance and excellent service. Reviewers love the Mediterranean-influenced menu, with special mentions to the fresh bread from their brick oven and the seasonal fish and vegetable dishes. It's a favorite spot for both casual dining and special occasions. As one reviewer put it, 'Citrine is one of those hidden gems that everyone should know about.'
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8. Tre Sorelle Ristorante by Mancinis
4.3
Awesome(64)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Park
Booked 2 times today
Tre Sorelle Ristorante serve Authentic Italian food, pizza and gelato made from scratch with the freshest ingredients possible. We have been part of Oak Park since 1995. Join us for Dinner. We look forward to seeing you !
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9. La Parra Restaurant and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(557)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Berwyn
Booked 14 times today
La Parra Restaurant & Bar, in Berwyn, IL, is a premier dining establishment serving the Chicago, Cicero and Oak Park areas. We specialize in home made pastas, tapas and the best cocktails you'll ever try. We offer a Mediterranean style menu, a full bar, and dine in or carry out options.For your next night out, visit La Parra Restaurant & Bar in Berwyn. The best Mediterranean around!
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10. The Chew Chew
4.9
Exceptional(1801)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Riverside
Booked 19 times today
The Chew Chew is celebrating 28 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL directed by original Chef/Owner Scott Zimmer. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles northwest of Midway Airport and 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago. There is a Metra Train stop on our block for safe & easy access in/out of the City. We feature a multi-level dining room, vibrant full-bar & a cozy outdoor patio May-October (weather permitting). Happy Hour daily 4-6pm with beer, wine & cocktail specials. Make sure to try one of our famous Jumbo Martinis during your visit! We appreciate all the great reviews & voting us Chicago's #1 Neighborhood Restaurant on Open Table. If you cannot find a reservation online, please call us direct 708-447-8781. We look forward to serving you.
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