Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in South Suburbs

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Updated January 05, 2025

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Dancing Marlin

4.8

4.8 (3254)

$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!

Top review

thomasVIP

Dined 5 days ago

We have never had a bad meal here. The specials they offer are always amazing. You have to go back so you can try everything in the menu. LOVE THIS PLACE

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Popular dish

General Tso's Cauliflower

Maple Tree Inn

4.8

4.8 (4655)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Homewood

About the restaurant

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.

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Veronica

Dined 4 days ago

Our service was excellent My family and I enjoyed ourselves and the food was delicious. The staff was on point. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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Southern Fried Catfish

The Barrel Club

4.7

4.7 (2224)

$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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BritB

Dined 4 days ago

Highly recommend! The brunch was delicious. French toast, chicken and waffles, creole salmon, hash browns..all so good. The host was great, he went above and beyond to help us get seated together. Much appreciated

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Experience

Brunch

Krapil's Steakhouse & Patio

4.6

4.6 (23)

$31 to $50

Steak

Worth

About the restaurant

Krapil's the Great Steak, a Worth, Illinois staple, serves sumptuous steaks and other classic American fare. It is simply a suburban oasis. An unexpected serene outpost that transports you away from the city hustle and bustle to an old school Northwoods supper club surrounded by giant pine trees. The food is classic supper club fare with some modern twists. The Prime Rib dinner and The Fish fry are staples that will not disappoint. The menu is rounded out with steakhouse specialties and is supplemented by a hospitality level you more commonly found in a downtown restaurant

Krapil's also has the premier patio n the south side with live music on the weekends. There are plenty of private event opportunities available both inside and outside and Krapils has menus to accommodate every occasion and budget.

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Bryan

Dined on Dec 29, 2024

Great suburban Northwoods Steakhouse. Service was excellent. Outdoor patio will be excellent during the summer months.

Rockefeller's

4.6

4.6 (603)

$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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Melanie

Dined 6 days ago

Great service by Ken and Diane for our work group of 12.

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

4.4

4.4 (6411)

$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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CharisaGVIP

Dined 4 days ago

The service and waitress was great

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4.4

4.4 (216)

$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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Deanna

Dined 4 days ago

Toast it iz is a total vibe 100/10 do recommend‼️. My 2nd time but my advice book in advance I love it friendly service drinks good food great‼️

Bea’s Kitchen & Kocktails

4.3

4.3 (112)

$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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Melissa

Dined 3 days ago

Food was excellent, service was great, and overall it was a wonderful experience.

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Experience

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

Red Star Kitchen + Bar

4.0

4 (186)

$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

The Rhoyal Bistro Live

3.8

3.8 (359)

$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 on Jan 4, 2025

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

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