Diners' Choice: American restaurants in South Suburbs

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Updated December 05, 2024

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in South Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Rockefeller's

4.6

4.6 (601)

$31 to $50

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Rockefeller’s is a modern take on the traditional steakhouse. Our focus on service and quality is paramount to our guests! With a sleek and stylish aesthetic for all occasions.

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Theresa

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

Nick and his staff went way out of their way to satisfy our holiday needs. My family so enjoyed themselves! Kudos to his beautiful wife and our server Kelly!!

Ken's on Western

4.8

4.8 (434)

$30 and under

American

Burbank

About the restaurant

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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Colleen

Dined 1 day ago

Ken’s never disappoints always good food and a great restaurant.

Dancing Marlin

4.8

4.8 (3245)

$30 and under

American

Frankfort

About the restaurant

The Dancing Marlin is all about small plates, sharing & great wines and cocktails on tap! There also is a full bar. The menu has something for everyone with fresh seafood being a specialty. The culinary team has created a small plates menu that is both affordable and amazing! We feature a communal dining table for up to 14 guests and the suburbs most creative Sunday Brunch. Our bar features 16 wines on tap and 8 "made from scratch", crafted cocktails. The bar also features 30 craft beers in bottles and cans. The restaurant features (3) private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 120 guests. All of this is packaged up in a modern restaurant design, produced by award winning design team. Knauer Inc!

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JuliaVIP

Dined 2 days ago

We were immediately seated, and a server arrived promptly. There was no rush to order and we needed a little time to decide. We both ordered a flight of wine, one white and the other red. All of the wines were very tasty. Our catch of the day tacos, a Mahi fish, were good. The turkey meatballs and mashed potatoes were also good. The sliders were also good. We finished with a glass of wine.

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Popular dish

General Tso's Cauliflower

The Barrel Club

4.7

4.7 (2211)

$30 and under

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

"The Barrel Club invites you to experience a fine collection of spirits in a comfortable yet classy atmosphere to compliment our mouth-watering menu - an experience you are sure to enjoy"

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Jordan

Dined 1 day ago

I absolutely love this restaurant and the food is always delicious!

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Experience

Brunch

Red Star Kitchen + Bar

4.1

4.1 (184)

$30 and under

American

Matteson

About the restaurant

Welcome to Red Star Kitchen + Bar, where culinary artistry meets vibrant ambiance in a celebration of flavor and style. Nestled in the heart of Matteson, our restaurant invites you on a journey of gastronomic delight, blending modern sophistication with the warmth of a welcoming neighborhood gem.

Step into Red Star and be captivated by the contemporary design, where rich red hues and ambient lighting create an inviting atmosphere that effortlessly transitions from intimate dinners to lively gatherings. Our chic and comfortable setting sets the stage for a dining experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner for two, a lively night out with friends, or a venue for a special celebration, Red Star Kitchen + Bar invites you to indulge in an experience where passion for food and a commitment to excellence converge. Reserve your table today and embark on a culinary journey that transcends the ordinary, only at Red Star.

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Kristen

Dined on Dec 28, 2024

The food was really good. And the drinks were amazing

Toast It IZ

4.4

4.4 (211)

$31 to $50

American

Evergreen Park

About the restaurant

Toast It Iz is located near a retail complex in the wealthy Evergreen Park neighborhood. Toast It IZ combines the heart and soul of Southern and Creole-inspired cuisine with a dash of the downtown atmosphere. You may thank the restaurant's breakfast and brunch menu for establishing an enduring dining memory with dishes like gumbo grits and fried catfish, banana pudding waffles, lollipop lamb chops, pancakes it iz!, and mimosa towers.

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Faith

Dined 1 day ago

I really enjoyed this establishment and I will be back. Food was great and service was as well! 💗

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn, IL

4.4

4.4 (6390)

$30 and under

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

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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Sharon

Dined 4 days ago

The food was delicious, and our server, Rose, was very helpful.

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Experience

Brunch & Bubbles | Saturdays & Sundays until 2 pm

Experience

Wine ‘O’ Clock Happy Hour | Mon-Fri 3 - 5:30 pm

Experience

Seasonal Chef Recommendations

Bea’s Kitchen & Kocktails

4.2

4.2 (110)

$30 and under

American

Richton Park

About the restaurant

Bea's K&K ''Where every flavor tells a story! Good food in a Friendly Place. True ingredients, true flavors, true passion, a taste you’ll always remember''...... Brunch, Soul Food, Fine Dining Restaurant and Amazing Kocktails

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DamonVIP

Dined 7 days ago

It was an amazing experience ,I definitely recommend it!

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Experience

R&B Brunch Buffet Sunday - $34.99/per person

The Rhoyal Bistro Live

3.8

3.8 (356)

$31 to $50

American

Calumet City

About the restaurant

The Rhoyal Bistro Live is south suburban Chicago's hottest all-new upscale casual dining experience and live entertainment venue. The Rhoyal Bistro Live features:

house made fusion recipes ready to tantalize your taste buds,
crafted specialty cocktails,
a hand selected wine list,
mimosa brunches,
private & semi-private spaces
and live music.

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Brian

Dined 1 day ago

This is a very nice place to eat with a great atmosphere staff is always polite

Hooters Oak Lawn

4.0

4 (735)

$30 and under

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Hooters is the place to be for great seafood, signature burgers and sandwiches, specialty salads, ice cold beer, a full liquor bar and of course, our world famous chicken wings served up in one of our signature sauces. With a casual, upbeat atmosphere, and plenty of HD TV’s, you’ll have a front row seat to all the games. Hooters, the original wing joint.

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andrea

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

The food was good and the drink was very good . The drink was well put together .

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