Best Authentic Restaurants in Portage Park

236 restaurants available nearby

1. Akahoshi Ramen

4.8

Exceptional(348)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Logan Square

Booked 9 times today

Akahoshi Ramen is a humble ramen shop in the city of Chicago. Everything is made in the restaurant, including all soups, seasonings, toppings, and noodles. We are not an authentic ramen shop, though we value the history of ramen, and our ramen is influenced by its past and its future potential. The dish, popularized in Japan after World War 2, is symbolic of both struggle and perseverance. It is both a simple dish, and a fantastically complex one that we treat with reverence and respect. Roughly translating to “Red Star,” the name “Akahoshi” is a love letter to two cities; Sapporo, Hokkaido, where red stars adorn city monuments, and Chicago, Illinois, where the red star decorates the city flag. Our ramen is influenced by Japanese and American ideals in cooking. We hope you will join us to enjoy a bowl of ramen, made with the respect and passion it deserves.

2. Thattu

4.7

Exceptional(450)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Avondale

Booked 27 times today

Thattu is the real deal when it comes to authentic Indian cuisine. Chef Margaret Pak's love for Kerala's southwest coastal food shines through the menu. Reviewers rave about the 'genuine homemade feel', 'authentic and delicious' food, and 'outstanding' flavor profiles. The restaurant also gets high marks for its 'authentic Kerala food' and 'regional cuisine'.

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3. La Victoria Barra + Cocina Mexicana

4.5

Awesome(267)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Logan Square

Booked 45 times today

Brunch: Sat & Sun 10am-3pm | Happy Hour Tues-Fri 4-6pmValet Parking $15Welcome to La Victoria! As you walk through our door, you will be transported on a journey through different regions of Mexico without leaving Logan Square. Our menu is filled with culinary jewels that highlight the passion, inventiveness and heritage found in home kitchens and restaurants throughout Mexico.THE MENUOur menu will showcase dishes like Tlayudas from Oaxaca, Carnitas from Jalisco and more. The breadth and variety of authentic Mexican cuisine is such that complex moles and sauces are not always essential in creating a great dining experience. Our culinary team is proud to offer a menu that limits the complexity and allows us to offer a very reasonably priced selection of dishes while making our food fresh, flavorful and cooked to perfection.

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4. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

4.5

Awesome(82)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 15 times today

PARKING AVAILABLE IN MOVIE THEATER PARKING LOT ACROSS THE STREET. Parking is 75 cents per hourNow offering daily a 3 Course pre-fixed EARLY BIRD menu for $39.00 from 4-6PM. This menu is also available for Takeout. We are also doing free delivery within a ONE mile radius of the restaurant. “Girasole” stands for sunflower in Italian. A flower that grows in abundance in fields all across 4 different provinces in northern Italy. A classic northern Italian trattoria with daily fresh ingredients & house made pasta dishes served w/ stellar service & exceptional wine & specialty drinks. Providing our guests the best in Italian cuisine we have to offer with a combination of 50 years of experience. We have 2 separate dining rooms for you to enjoy a wonderful family meal or for an impressive 1st date dinner before heading across the street to catch a movie at the theater! Our lovely & inviting space offers a full sidewalk cafe patio & a more private 2nd floor terrace patio.

5. Turquoise

4.6

Exceptional(1219)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Roscoe Village

Booked 7 times today

Turquoise Restaurant was established in 2002 in Roscoe Village. We became known for our wide selection of Turkish-inspired Mediterranean dishes and drinks. Nestled in the middle of Roscoe Village, Turquoise Restaurant takes pride in being a part of such a culturally diverse neighborhood. While Turquoise Restaurant continues to showcase it’s inspiring and sophisticated Turkish dishes, Chef Ezgi Bozdas adds personalized touches to the service and customer care to ensure that Turquoise Restaurant captures the essence and expectations of today's diners.

6. Anelya

4.6

Exceptional(258)

Price: Expensive

• Ukrainian • Avondale

Booked 14 times today

Comforting favorites in Avondale by Chefs Johnny Clark and Beverly Kim inspired by old-world cooking. Start your meal with a selection of beverages like a bottle of trendy orange wine or head to the bar after work with no reservation needed for a craft cocktail like The Muse with gin and beet kvass. Our appetizer cart will roll to your table to start your dinner with over 10 bites beckoning to be picked like our fan-favorite smoked carrot paté or sunflower seed hummus. Our main dishes offer a variety of homestyle flavors just like your mother made from thick soups to layered pasta and fluffy Ukrainian garlic bread. Coffee, after-dinner drinks and a flaky pastry like our Napoleon invite you to finish the meal with a sweet treat and hours of good conversation in a space that feels like home.

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7. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(1760)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square

Booked 13 times today

Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Roman’s selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor. Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.

8. Maya Del Sol

4.8

Exceptional(3807)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 31 times today

*All online reservations will secure a table on the covered and heated portion of our patio. *All parties will have 90 minutes to enjoy themselves.*Parties are currently limited to 6 guests.*We are following local, state, and federal guidelines regarding COVID 19 restrictions, in addition to our own precautions. Visit mayadelsol.com for a full list of our COVID procedures.*We reserve the right to modify our policies without notice.

9. Osteria Langhe

4.8

Exceptional(1163)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Logan Square

Booked 18 times today

A cozy neighborhood restaurant located in the bustling neighborhood of Logan Square that focuses on the wine and cuisine of the Piemonte region of Italy. Featuring a 100% Piemontese wine list, fresh handmade pasta, and typical Piemontese dishes like Vitello Tonnato, Plin, Risotto, and white truffles during their peak season in the fall/winter. Nationally and internationally recognized as the recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence (every year since 2018), Time Out Magazine's Top 100 Best Dishes (for Plin), Gambero Rosso Best Wine Program, Gambero Rosso Best Italian Restaurant, and others.

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10. Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6

Exceptional(323)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincolnwood

Booked 25 times today

Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

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Jeffvip
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
2nd time - as amazingly delicious as first time a year ago. But same menu still??? ☹️
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ThattuPrice: Expensive• Indian• Avondale
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4.7
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Paco
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I recently dined at a charming Turkish Mediterranean restaurant, and it was a delightful experience. The ambiance was warm and inviting, with earthy tones and traditional touches that made for a cozy setting. The menu featured a great variety of fresh, flavorful dishes, from savory kebabs to tender lamb and perfectly seasoned mezze. The hummus and babaganoush were standout appetizers, while the baklava offered a sweet, rich finish to the meal. Service was attentive and friendly, making the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone craving authentic Turkish Mediterranean cuisine!
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TurquoisePrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Roscoe Village
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4.6
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Lizzie
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
One of Chicago’s best new Italian restaurants! The food was incredible and the service top notch. The entire staff made us feel so welcome and we look forward to returning to our new favorite neighborhood spot.
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IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Logan Square
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4.5
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Karla
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Came to celebrate my moms birthday and they treated us so well! Super fun place and the food was great.
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La Victoria Barra + Cocina MexicanaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Logan Square
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4.5
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Sandyvip
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a great experience at Akahoshi Ramen. Casper was wonderful and attentive! We sat at the counter and enjoyed sipping on our delicious cocktails as we watched the ramen being made! My husband enjoyed the midwestern ramen and I had the Akahoshi. It was SO delicious that my husband had a second round of ramen. HIGHLY recommend and cannot wait to visit here again. Until then, I’ll be dreaming about it.
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Akahoshi RamenPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Logan Square
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4.8

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236 restaurants available nearby

1. Akahoshi Ramen

2. Thattu

3. La Victoria Barra + Cocina Mexicana

4. IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIA

5. Turquoise

6. Anelya

7. Artango Bar & Steakhouse

8. Maya Del Sol

9. Osteria Langhe

10. Francesca - Lincolnwood

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