Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in West Suburbs

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for the best value restaurants in West Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Waterleaf Restaurant - Glen Ellyn

4.8

4.8 (367)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Glen Ellyn

About the restaurant

Welcome to our classroom! Waterleaf, located in College of DuPage’s Culinary & Hospitality Center, is a dining experience that offers real-life training to Culinary, Baking & Pastry Arts, and Hospitality students. Patrons will enjoy menus utilizing fresh regional and seasonal ingredients prepared by Culinary & Pastry students as well as attentive service from our student servers.
Limited seating is available at each event and reservations are required. Reservations may be made until an event is sold out. For parties of 6 or more, please call us directly at 630-942-2284.

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JustinVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Experienced the Southwestern menu for lunch. Outstanding food! Will be back again!!!!

Riganato Old World Grille

4.9

4.9 (1091)

$30 and under

Italian

Geneva

About the restaurant

A Mediterranean style restaurant focusing on Italian and Greek cuisine in a cozy, old world setting.
Our ingredients are all fresh, locally sourced, and organic when available. They are traditionally prepared, producing classic old world flavors. It's old country tradition with modern culinary twist!

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AmyVIP

Dined on Apr 21, 2025

Riganato Old World Grille has a charming atmosphere. There is a great variety of dishes to choose from and they are remarkably delicious. The desserts are exceptionally tasty and generous in portion size. Their service was excellent and the prices are reasonable.

Mangia Napoli

4.7

4.7 (28)

$30 and under

Italian

Elmhurst

About the restaurant

FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED. FOUR BROTHERS WHO TAKE PRIDE IN WHAT WE DO. WE OUR THE CHEFS/COOKS ALFONSO, EDDIE, VINNIE, NICO LONGOBARDI WHICH SEPERATE US FROM OTHERS IS THAT WE ARE PREPARING YOUR DINNER. OUR PASSION FOR ITALIAN AMERICAN CUISINE SHOWS IN OUR FOOD. WE HAVE OVER 30 PLUS YEARS EXPERIENCE COMBINED. WE ALSO OFFER AUTHENTIC ITALIAN DISHES AS WELL. SPECIALTIES INCLUDE CHICAGO STLYE PIZZA, SEAFOOD, PASTA. STEAKS. FROM OUR HOMEMADE TABLE BREAD TO OUR DESSERTS. WALK IN AS STRANGERS AND LEAVE AS FRIENDS ATMOSPHERE.

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mariluVIP

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Great food and Pizzas good portions too. Local favorite!

Oak + Rose Tea Room

5.0

5 (35)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

Geneva

About the restaurant

Welcome to Oak + Rose Tea Room, where we specialize in boutique afternoon tea experiences designed to bring joy and relaxation through shared moments in a lovely setting.

Come enjoy our meticulously planned afternoon tea gatherings in the picturesque Fox riverfront area of downtown Geneva, IL. Our focus on precision ensures a traditional yet elegant atmosphere, ideal for any gathering or special occasion.

Embrace the London chic ambiance with a suggested dress code of dressy casual.

Please note this experience is best suited for ages 3+. Booster seats, high chairs, and changing tables are not available at the restaurant at this time.

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Mary

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

What’s great experience! Food was delicious and great ambiance for chatting with friends!!! Delicious!

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Experience

Cream Tea - Scone & Biscuit Only

Villa Verone

4.9

4.9 (2495)

$30 and under

Italian

Geneva

About the restaurant

For a taste of old Italy, head to Villa Verone Ristorante Italiano, housed in an 1849 historic stone home in downtown Geneva. For over 27 years, Villa Verone has embraced the values of authentic southern Italian cooking and an Italian family. Come and enjoy a delicious meal, great atmosphere and fabulous service. Celebrate your next special event with us. Private rooms available.

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L E

Dined 5 days ago

Delightfully satisfying/fine food, courteous service and a terrific atmosphere!

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Popular dish

Lasagna

Jonny Cab's

4.8

4.8 (277)

$50 and over

American

Burr Ridge

About the restaurant

Jonny Cab’s is a VIP dinner experience in a premiere, modern setting. With live entertainment 5 nights a week, we strive to provide an environment where guests can unwind & enjoy the moment.

We were recently featured by Peter Wren for Hinsdale Magazine who wrote, "I think it's the sum of all these parts - the wine, the food, the friendly service, and all that great sound pouring forth from the stage - that's bound to win people over. As my wife said, 'I don't think there's any place like this in Chicago.' She's right, but thanks to this plucky group of wine-lovers and entertainers, there's now one sitting right in the heart of Burr Ridge."

Our delicious menu by Executive Chef Jeff Stahulak is a modern take on the traditional American supper club. As one diner recently put it, "we expected good music in a vegas-like atmosphere, but the food is your secret weapon."

Come see what all the buzz is about & join the party!

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Toni

Dined 6 days ago

I love the vibe of this place, food was good, band was entertaining. but I went there to check out the new psychic night, it was a lot of fun! I highly recommend this place for dinner, dancing or just a drink and love that they have live entertainment often.

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Experience

Premium Seating – Best View in the House

Fireside Grille

4.8

4.8 (17)

$30 and under

Grill

Aurora

About the restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Sugar Grove, IL, Fireside Grille exudes warmth and welcomes guests with open arms. With its cozy atmosphere, friendly staff, and a menu bursting with mouthwatering dishes, it's the perfect place to unwind and savor a delightful meal. Our diverse menu caters to every palate, whether you're looking for a leisurely dinner with loved ones, a quick lunch catch-up with friends, or a solo meal at the bar. Fireside Grille offers a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation. Come as you are, and leave with a satisfied heart, a full stomach, and a smile. At Fireside Grille, ambience meets flavor!

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Chris

Dined on Apr 19, 2025

First timer. Awesome experience all around, and a shout out to our excellent waiter.

Taurasi

4.8

4.8 (727)

$31 to $50

Italian

Westmont

About the restaurant

Taurasi is a full bar casual sophisticated dining establishment serving traditional and modern Italian cuisine and steaks paired with fine wines.
At Taurasi almost everything is made at the moment and almost everything is made in house including noodles, dressings, sauces and desserts. Simple!
Taurasi is one of the few restaurants in the area operated by a second level certified wine Sommelier.

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Theresa

Dined 2 days ago

The food was excellent! Almost outdone by Lily’s phenomenal service! Sergio’s wine knowledge impressed and entertained our friends visiting from California. Already planning our return visit!

La ZaZa Trattoria - St. Charles

4.9

4.9 (1441)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Charles

About the restaurant

La ZaZa Trattoria in St. Charles fuses classic and contemporary cuisine in its spacious and relaxing space. Guests can begin their dining experience with a starter of beef tenderloin carpaccio with avocado, risotto scampi or a 9" pizza with a selection of delicious toppings. La ZaZa Trattoria serves entrées made with fresh, seasonal ingredients like chicken tortellini with peas and prosciutto, vegetarian linguine, filet mignon or grilled lamb chops.

The ORIGINAL La ZaZa Trattoria is featured in the Chicago Sun Times and the Kane County Chronicle. It has a sizable bar that serves an array of libations, including international wine and beer selections. This eatery has an outdoor patio for guests to enjoy the weather during the summer months. Banquet and Catering services are also available.

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RobertVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This is one of my wife’s and I’s favorite restaurants. Little bit of a drive from home but well worth it. Great serving staff and management. The food never disappoints kind of a fun, cool atmosphere.

Positano Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (1485)

$30 and under

Italian

Oakbrook Terrace

About the restaurant

Family owned and operated since 2020, Positano Ristorante is the premier Italian restaurant in the western suburbs. We serve authentic Italian cuisine including homemade pastas, fresh seafood, chicken, veal, gluten free options and much more. Book a reservation today and come dine with us or order online or by the phone or website for easy pick-up or delivery.

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JeffreyVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Been to many Italian restaurants between the city and suburbs and this place is A+++!

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Popular dish

Rigatoni alla Vodka

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