Best Family Style Restaurants in Elmwood Park

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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ChicagoNear West SideNorth SuburbsNorthwest SuburbsWest Suburbs

Neighbourhoods

Albany ParkAndersonvilleBucktown / Wicker ParkDes PlainesEdison ParkEvanston

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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Accessibility

Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

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1. Carmine's Rosemont

4.5

Awesome(3490)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 65 times today

Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please kindly remove your hat when entering the restaurant. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant. - Please note, we require a credit card to secure reservations for parties of 6 or more. All credit card information will be processed securely. No-shows or cancellations less than 12 hours in advance may be subject to a charge of $10 per person.

2. Hoja Santa

4.8

Exceptional(113)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Oak Park

Booked 7 times today

We're Hoja Santa, your culinary adventure in Oak Park. Inspired by the Hoja Santa leaf, we blend tradition and innovation to serve up unforgettable Mexican flavors. Join us for great food, crafted cocktails, and a warm welcome

3. Alla Vita

4.8

Exceptional(2396)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Loop

Booked 164 times today

Serving a casual, family-style menu, Alla Vita is a place to gather and enjoy comfortable Italian cuisine. Alla Vita means “to life” in Italian which recognizes overcoming life's challenges and creating a space for shared meals and memorable experiences. Executive Chef Lee Wolen shares his passion for fresh, delicious Italian food made simply with the best ingredients. Follow @allavitachicago to stay up-to-date with the latest happenings.

4. Aba - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(2775)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • West Loop

Booked 258 times today

Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.

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5. Chicago Chop House

4.8

Exceptional(3792)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 31 times today

Experience History & Excellence: Chicago Chop House® legendary menu features exclusively hand-cut in-house USDA prime steaks, fresh mouth watering seafood, decadent house-made sharable sides and irresistible scratch-made desserts to perfectly culminate your dining experience! Immerse yourself in timeless elegance with five-star service and one of a kind ambiance that includes three cozy candle lit floors of seating filled with over 1,400 historic photos of Chicago architecture, sports, entertainment, political figures, and a wall of mayor's. During the beautiful Chicago summers enjoy our outside Courtyard that offers a perfect setting for a moonlit dinner. Chicago Chop House® combines a memorable dining experience with a rich history, making it a beloved original steakhouse in Chicago.

6. Boka

4.8

Exceptional(7276)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park

Booked 59 times today

Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.

7. Elina's

4.8

Exceptional(202)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Town

Booked 45 times today

Fine Italian cooking served by two chefs in an intimate space.Reservations are released 30 days in advance at midnight. Parties of 7 or more must contact reservations@elinaschicago.com to book. Parties of this size are required to participate in a $75 per person family style prix fixe menu, drinks are charged based on consumption and a 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill. If you cancel within 24 hours of your reservation time you will incur a $30 per person cancelation fee. Contact reservations@elinaschicago.com for any additional inquiries.

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8. Summer House - Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(8000)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lincoln Park

Booked 239 times today

Located in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Summer House is the place for sunshine all year round. Enjoy seasonal specialties, market-driven pasta, artisan pizzas, and fresh antipasti from Chef Ben Goodnick’s California-inspired menu. Reserve your table today and be transported to the West Coast by the beach house decor, retractable glass ceiling, and all-season courtyard. For parties of 9 or more, email shsbparties@lettuce.com. Carryout and delivery are available, or visit The Cookie Bar for a selection of fresh-baked goods, sourdough English muffins, Summer House's renowned oversized cookies, small-batch coffee, and specialty espresso drinks.

9. Duck Duck Goat

4.8

Exceptional(5688)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Chinese • West Loop

Booked 143 times today

Chef Stephanie Izard brings her take on Chinese-American cuisine to Chicago's Fulton Market District with Duck Duck Goat, her third venture with Boka Restaurant Group. The menu features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, fried rice, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry. On weekends, Duck Duck Goat also offers a delightful dim sum brunch menu, perfect for starting the day with a creative twist on classic favorites.

10. Hawksmoor Chicago

4.5

Awesome(477)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • River North (Chicago)

Booked 61 times today

Welcome to Hawksmoor Chicago, where we bring our acclaimed steakhouse experience from the UK to the iconic LaSalle Powerhouse in River North. Our ethos is simple: ‘Buy the best and let it shine.’ We serve all-natural, pasture-reared, dry-aged beef from US family-run farms, cooked over charcoal and seasoned simply with sea salt. Our seafood, sourced from trusted Northeastern fishermen, is prepared with equal care.In our 16,500 sq ft space, featuring barrel-vaulted ceilings and touches from the Golden Age of Travel, Hawksmoor is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re stopping by for cocktails, a casual lunch or a special celebration, we make sure you leave full and happy. We also offer private dining for groups of 10 to full venue buy-outs for 500—ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings and corporate events.And don’t miss our Sunday Roast: dry-aged beef, beef-dripping potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and bone marrow gravy—something like a Thanksgiving dinner every Sunday.

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From verified diners like you

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Steve
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Ginger, our server, was phenomenal!!! Amazing service and great knowledge of the menu. Excellent food. Great value.
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Carmine's RosemontPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rosemont
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4.5
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patriciaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful dining room and excellent service. A varied menu with loads of delicious Mediterranean dishes. The lamb chops were particularly memorable. Go before 6 pm and score happy hour deals on drinks.
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Aba - ChicagoPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• West Loop
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4.8
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Reilly
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such a nice time! Loved the ambiance as it got later in the evening. Food was delish and all staff were great. Definitely will be back.
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Alla VitaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Loop
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4.8
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Arthur S.
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great classic restaurant and menu. Server Grace was terrific and all her suggestions were supurb.Cocktails excellent. Only comment otherwise is lots of stairs to get to upper levels and limited non-stool seating on 1st floor. Ask for leather back wall seating on 1st floor if stools/stairs are not your thing. Stools were very comfortable and cushy but lengthy sitting for the older larger person not recommended
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Chicago Chop HousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• River North (Chicago)
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4.8
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Maria
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
10/10 Enjoyed every single item we ordered. This is my third visit and I walk out raving about everything every time. The Calabaza is a must!
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Hoja SantaPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Oak Park
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4.8

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