Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Clarendon Hills

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

ChicagoNear WestSouthwest SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

BerwynBolingbrookBurr RidgeDowners GroveElmhurstForest Park

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

25 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Piccolo Buco - Oak Brook, IL restaurant

1. Piccolo Buco - Oak Brook, IL

4.5

Awesome(1682)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oakbrook Terrace

Booked 127 times today

Piccolo Buco Roma - set mere steps from Rome's famed Trevi Fountain - is where Cooper's Hawk Founder, Tim McEnery, first discovered Chef Luca Issa and his wonderful pizza. The ingredients were deceptively simple: creamy, indulgent mozzarella mingled with a bright and bold tomato sauce. But it was the extraordinary, tall crust - crisp on the outside yet cloud-like at the center - that won his heart. He couldn't wait to introduce America to a pizza this special!

A photo of Capri by Gigi/Capri Ristorante Burr Ridge restaurant

2. Capri by Gigi/Capri Ristorante Burr Ridge

4.7

Exceptional(3680)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Burr Ridge

Booked 49 times today

Family owned, providing the best homemade Italian food with recipes by Mama Capri. The dining experience is warm and enhanced by the charming personality of Gigi Capri, son of Mama Capri. The restaurant caters and has private dining space for up to 100 guests. Our guests are family!

A photo of Old Town Pour House - Oak Brook restaurant

3. Old Town Pour House - Oak Brook

4.5

Awesome(1631)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 40 times today

Vibrant bar and restaurant featuring 90 beers on tap (30+ dedicated to local breweries) and modern American food with chef-driven twists.

A photo of The Capital Grille - Lombard restaurant

4. The Capital Grille - Lombard

4.8

Exceptional(5673)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lombard

Booked 37 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

A photo of Prasino - La Grange restaurant

5. Prasino - La Grange

4.7

Exceptional(2495)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Grange

Booked 34 times today

Prasino is an eco-friendly restaurant in the Chicagoland area that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The name of the restaurant is the Greek word for green which is at the heart of the restaurant's mission - to provide healthy food at an affordable price in a modern, environmentally conscious setting. Prasino emphasizes seasonal, local, and organic food whenever possible. Its commitment to sustainability is incorporated in Prasino's eco-chic design.

6. Marco's Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(430)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern European • La Grange

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Marco's Kitchen, awarded the 2024 DiRona-Distinguished Restaurant of North America. Located in the heart of beautiful downtown La Grange. Travel back in time when dining out was a special occasion of delicious cuisine, unique libations, refined service, and wonderful company. Our intimate dining room offers crisp white linen, fresh flowers, rich colors, and warm lighting. Our ever-changing menu is a celebration of cuisine and beverages from many different parts of the world and is based on the travels of Chef Marco Conte. Our list of signature cocktails and mouth-watering desserts are all designed to tease and tantalize your palate. Our goal is to create a dining room experience that is comfortable, elegant, and unique. Please take note of our table time limits:Parties of 1-2 Guests: 2 Hours / Parties of 3-4 Guests: 2.5 Hours / Parties of 5 or more: 3 Hours

A photo of Fair Play Restaurant at Compass Arena restaurant

7. Fair Play Restaurant at Compass Arena

4.1

Excellent(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Willowbrook

Fair Play restaurant inside of Compass Cafe features American and European cuisine accompanied by a lively atmosphere featuring over 40 HD TVs. Watch live sports, enjoy our whiskey bar, Lavazza coffee, and watch live soccer in real-time on our two turf fields.Our goal is to allow the public to come together, network with others, and enjoy sports, dining and entertainment under one roof. With a state-of-the-art facility built to accommodate everyone from the businessman, soccer mom, to children and young adults, we are unique space that has something to offer for everyone. If you are looking to surround yourself with the lively nightlife of downtown, but don’t want to make the drive, you don’t want to miss out on all that Compass Arena has to offer from sports, dining, to live concerts.

A photo of Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - Lombard restaurant

8. Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - Lombard

4.5

Awesome(1550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lombard

Booked 13 times today

Harry Caray's Lombard brings the same friendly confines and award-winning Italian Steakhouse cuisine from the legendary downtown location to Chicago's Western Suburbs. Specializes in the finest prime, aged steaks and chops and classic Italian cuisine, the friendly, energetic atmosphere embodies the amiable personality of the restaurant's namesake. The dark mahogany, mosaic floor, white-jacketed servers, white tablecloths and a veritable museum of baseball history combine to create a warm and casual elegance.

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9. Grand Duke's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(261)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• European • Downers Grove

Booked 6 times today

Grand Dukes Restaurant serves unique and comforting Lithuanian and eastern European cuisine in its impressive and rustic eatery. Starters such as the Lithuanian potato nachos topped with beer cheese sauce, bacon and jalapenos and the potato pancakes with sour cream and applesauce, are perfect introductions to Dukes' style of cuisine. Some of Grand Dukes Restaurant's house specialties include the pierogi dumplings with potato and onions topped with a sour cream bacon sauce, the crispy chicken Kiev filled with garlic butter and the salmon in envelope with sliced potatoes, leeks, and creamy dill sauce. Sandwiches, such as the veal wiener schnitzel with Swiss cheese on brioche, the classic Rueben and the breaded pork cutlet belly buster sandwich with garlic sauce, are customer favorites and are ideal with a European beer. Grand Dukes Restaurant also hosts live music events every Friday and Saturday, which perfectly complements the already-merry atmosphere.

10. Holy Mackerel

4.0

Excellent(484)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Lombard

You'll be transported to a simpler time as soon as you step into Holy Mackerel! Surrounded by vintage Chicago murals and photographs, you'll relax with friends or colleagues while savoring our twist on comfort foods. We invite you to come in and experience our midwestern hospitality.

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patrickVIP
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Lovely, lovely experience. Will definitely be back!
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Marco's KitchenPrice: Expensive• Modern European• La Grange
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4.7
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Huxley
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Had a wonderful Valentine’s Day 2025 dinner at Prasino. The snowy Chicago weather meant it wasn’t overly crowded, making for a cozy and intimate experience. The ambiance was excellent, and while the entrée selection was somewhat limited, every dish was flavorful and well-prepared. Service was attentive and professional. Highly recommend for a date night or a business dinner!
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Prasino - La GrangePrice: Moderate• American• La Grange
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4.7
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Joseph
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
On date night with my lovely lady. The staff was excellent and very helpful. The food was good and drinks were great. The whole place relax us from long week of work. That we really needed and was most thankful for the staff for giving us a wonderful date night to remember.
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Old Town Pour House - Oak BrookPrice: Expensive• American• Oak Brook
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4.5
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Vince
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great atmosphere, food and service. Loved how we could order off either menu.
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Holy MackerelPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Lombard
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4
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Ray
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a fantastic evening. Our server was very attentive and helpful, the food was delicious, and management was top notch.
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Harry Caray's Italian Steakhouse - LombardPrice: Expensive• Steak• Lombard
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4.5

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