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1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL

4.4

Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

Booked 70 times today

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.

2. Maya Del Sol

4.8

Exceptional(3824)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 21 times today

## Maya Del Sol: A Culinary Journey Through Latin America Step into Maya Del Sol and embark on a vibrant culinary adventure through the diverse flavors of Latin America. Our family-owned restaurant, nestled in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois, offers a unique dining experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. **A Fusion of Flavors:** Our menu is a symphony of bold, innovative flavors, drawing inspiration from Mexico, Central America, and South America. From fresh ceviche and sizzling fajitas to succulent steaks and flavorful seafood creations, each dish is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the region. Our chefs use only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a burst of authentic taste. **A Vibrant Atmosphere:** Whether you choose to dine in our elegant dining rooms or on our expansive outdoor patio, Maya Del Sol offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lush greenery, twinkling lights, and the lively chatter of friends and family create a truly special ambiance. **Hand-Crafted Cocktails:** No Latin American experience is complete without a perfectly crafted margarita. Our extensive margarita list features fresh, hand-squeezed juices and unique flavor combinations, all shaken and served tableside. We also offer a curated selection of cocktails

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3. The Little Gem Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1149)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 20 times today

This Intimate, Stylish Little Restaurant is Elegant and Romantic With a Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere. A Relaxed Fine Dining Experience.Casual or Smart - All Feel At Ease.Reservations are Recommended - Walkins are always Welcome.Full Bar with a Speciality Bourbon Collection, Fine Wines and Craft Cocktails.Newly Expanded to right next door Also Check Out ENCORE! by Little Gem it is just as cosy, warm and inviting.In addition we have a Private Party Room for up to 70.Food + Drink Party Packages Available.Outdoor Dining available weather permitting.Gift Cards, Private Parties and Customized Menus are available. Please call (917) 327 8997 or email us : info@thelittlegemcafe.comWe look forward to serving you!

4. Citrine Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(1283)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Oak Park

Booked 24 times today

Located in the heart of Oak Park IL, Citrine offers Mediterranean influenced cuisine with American flair. The menu includes seasonal fish and vegetable dishes, braised meats cooked in clay pots and fresh bread from our brick oven.

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5. Blue Fire Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(38)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Oak Park

Booked 2 times today

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

6. Hacienda Calavera

4.3

Awesome(188)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Cicero

Booked 39 times today

Hacienda Calavera is a family-owned authentic Latin American cuisine restaurant in Cicero, Illinois. Inspired by creating a cultural interaction through food with one simple goal in mind: creating a place where people could experience the authentic feel of Latin America with its gourmet food and delicious tastes, incredible live music and warm familiar and festive vibes. Our Signature drinks include La Muerte, El Deseo. Enjoy our popular entrees like Los 3 Garcias, 3 Huastecos, & Langostinos. We look forward to serving you soon!

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7. Hemmingway's Bistro

4.5

Awesome(1251)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 22 times today

At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

8. Hoja Santa

4.7

Exceptional(95)

Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Oak Park

Booked 13 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

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9. Encore! by Little Gem

4.2

Awesome(9)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Oak Park

Step into a world of vintage modern charm with a relaxed, speakeasy vibe.Offering a Comfy and Cozy Bar and Lounge to relax as you sip on our expertly crafted cocktails and indulge in our delicious menu featuring tasty small plates, appetizers, entrees and desserts.Intimate, warm romantic and fun! Encore by Little Gem serving more of what you love... come join us.Also Available For Private Parties

10. Amerikas

4.8

Exceptional(863)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 13 times today

Amerikas represents that very essence of American cuisine. Amerikas’ concept is dedicated to blend its Latin roots with flavors from around the world to create that unique taste

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LauraVIP
New York City •54 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Sent my son and daughter in law for a much needed night out. They are relatively new residents of Oak Park. They said everyone made them feel so welcome! Food was also outstanding. I’m sure they’ll be back before baby number two is born!
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Citrine CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Oak Park
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4.8
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ReginaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •104 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent service, tasty and well-prepared entrees, nice wine list. Lovely subdued atmosphere which easily allows conversation. Consistently wonderful experience.
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The Little Gem RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oak Park
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4.8
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Kaylee
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
It was my first time and I had such a great experience! The food was fantastic and the wine added such a nice touch to the evening. I loved all the variety of wines available as it allowed me to explore and try something I couldn’t elsewhere. The food menu is also quite varied and has something for everyone! The service was great and quick, even though it was fairly busy. Will definitely be returning!
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park
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4.4
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Jenn
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The food was absolutely amazing, the carne asada was literal perfection and so were the ropa vieja plantains, the cochinita pibil and the ceviche. They were able to accommodate our large party of 10 on short notice and the service was wonderful- thank you Chris!!!
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Maya Del SolPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oak Park
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4.8
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Melvin
North Dakota •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
Great ambiance and food. Would definitely go again.
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Blue Fire RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Contemporary European• Oak Park
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4.4

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1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL

2. Maya Del Sol

3. The Little Gem Restaurant

4. Citrine Cafe

5. Blue Fire Restaurant

6. Hacienda Calavera

7. Hemmingway's Bistro

8. Hoja Santa

9. Encore! by Little Gem

10. Amerikas

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