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1. Lior's Cafe
3.9
Excellent(95)
Price: Expensive
• Caribbean • Washington Heights
Booked 2 times today
LIOR’S CAFE, NESTLED ON THE VIBRANT SOUTH SIDE OF CHICAGO, IS A CULINARY GEM THAT BRINGS THE AUTHENTIC FLAVORS OF HAITI TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. LIOR’S CAFE STANDS OUT AS A WARM AND INVITING SPACE, ADORNED WITH VIBRANT HAITIAN ARTWORK AND DÉCOR THAT REFLECTS THE RICH CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE CARIBBEAN NATION. AS YOU STEP INSIDE, YOU ARE IMMEDIATELY ENVELOPED IN A WELCOMING AMBIANCE, WHERE THE SCENTS OF SPICES AND THE SOUNDS OF LAUGHTER FILL THE AIR.THE MENU AT LIOR’S CAFE SHOWCASES AN ARRAY OF TRADITIONAL HAITIAN DISHES METICULOUSLY CRAFTED WITH LOVE AND EXPERTISE. FROM THE FIRST BITE, YOU EMBARK ON A CULINARY JOURNEY THAT IMMERSES YOUR TASTE BUDS IN THE VIBRANT AND DIVERSE FLAVORS OF HAITIAN CUISINE. EVERY DISH IS PREPARED USING HIGH-QUALITY INGREDIENTS, CAREFULLY SOURCED TO MAINTAIN THE AUTHENTICITY AND ESSENCE OF EACH RECIPE.
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2. Maple Tree Inn
4.8
Exceptional(4851)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Homewood
Booked 16 times today
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 are 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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3. Palermo's 95th Fine Italian Cuisine
4.7
Exceptional(1260)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 16 times today
For outstanding Italian cuisine, look no further than Palermo's 95th. This family run, award winning restaurant specializes in authentic veal, steak, pasta, and fresh seafood creations for lunch and dinner. Established in 1961 by Ben and Nina Calderone, the family tradition still continues thru their sons, Anthony and William. Sherman Kaplen of WBBM radio says, "Palermo's 95th is a true diamond among the southwest side Italian restaurants!" The grilled shrimp and calamari and the 8-finger cavetelli are outstanding. Plus check out their extensive wine and martini list. Featured on WTTW Check Please!
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4. Highlander House Restaurant & Bar
4.7
Exceptional(93)
Price: Moderate
• Polish • Palos Hills
Booked 19 times today
Highlander House Restaurant & Bar is highly praised for its authentic Polish cuisine. As one reviewer put it, 'Authentic food. Excellent service. Affordable prices. Highly recommended.' Another review highlighted the 'Delicious, authentic food' and the 'excellent service'. The menu boasts traditional Polish dishes like stuffed cabbage rolls and bigos, adding to its authenticity.
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5. Lou Malnati's - Midway
4.7
Exceptional(27)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Midway
Booked 13 times today
Whether you’re coming or going, our location near Midway airport is a great destination to grab your slice while in Chicago. At Lou Malnati’s, you can get one of the most authentic Chicago pizza experiences from one of the oldest in the game. Experience Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years, with family recipes and high-quality ingredients that you just don’t find everywhere.
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6. Nafsi
4.6
Exceptional(112)
Price: Expensive
• American • South Side
Booked 14 times today
Nafsi South Shore is the newest iconic destination on the south side, boasting stunning vistas and delectable cuisine where locals can relax, socialize, and rejuvenate. Situated within the South Shore Cultural Center, NAFSI provides residents of South Shore with a refined yet accessible dining option that elevates traditional favorites like shrimp & grits, fried green tomatoes, surf & turf, beignets, chicken & waffles, and other delectable dishes. The well-stocked bar features a selection of wine, beer, and spirits, highlighting local and minority-owned labels.
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7. Francesca's on 95th
4.7
Exceptional(1375)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Oak Lawn
Booked 15 times today
Francesca’s on 95th is located in vibrant downtown Oaklawn. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.
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8. Mama Maria's Taco and Tequila Bar
4.6
Exceptional(212)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Orland Park
Booked 15 times today
Mama Maria's Taco and Tequila Bar is a festive Mexican restaurant in Orland Park. The dining room is sleek and modern, with an oversized wooden bar, trendy lighting, comfortable seating, big screen TVs and charming accent pieces. Mama Maria’s Taco and Tequila Bar has a relaxed and inviting atmosphere that is created through the tasty aroma and intimate design of the dining room.The menu that is offered at Mama Maria’s Taco and Tequila Bar is referred to as “Mexican street food – fresh to your table.” The menu consists of traditional Mexican favorites, which include taquitos, guacamole, sizzling fajita platters, an assortment of tacos, enchiladas and burritos with a modern twist.
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9. Famous Dave's - Orland Park
4.4
Awesome(4)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Oak Forest
Our authentic BBQ starts in a live-wood smoker stoked with genuine hickory logs. Our pitmasters hand-rub the meats with a custom blend of spices and cook for hours to extract the natural flavors. We source the highest quality meats and trim them up like we’re in a competition and hand-rub them with the freshest seasonings available to create mouthwatering experiences! In addition to our BBQ and grilled meats, our menu features a selection of salads, sandwiches, side items, and made-from-scratch desserts.
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