Best Authentic Restaurants in Niles

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1. Cafe Touche

4.7

Exceptional(1533)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Edison Park

Booked 7 times today

A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I

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2. Thalaiva's Indian Kitchen

4.5

Awesome(18)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• South Indian • Park Ridge

Booked 2 times today

Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen is the first and only restaurant in Chicagoland offering authentic Kongunadu cuisine, a traditional and flavorful style from Coimbatore, South India. We pride ourselves on blending time-honored recipes with a modern focus on balanced nutrition, ensuring every dish considers protein intake without compromising authenticity.Our specialties include:Banana Leaf South Indian Meals: A wholesome & traditional meal where you get to taste a bit of 13 different dishes.Short Grain Rice Thalapakattu Biryani: A unique and flavorful biryani made with original flavorful short-grain rice, spices, and perfected techniques.Variety of Dosai: From our signature healthy sprouted moong dhal dosa to other delectable options, we cater to diverse tastes and health-conscious diners.At Thalaiva’s Indian Kitchen, we aim to deliver a culinary journey that celebrates the rich heritage of Kongunadu flavors while offering a dining experience that's both hearty and nourishing.

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3. Bub City - Rosemont

4.5

Awesome(2237)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rosemont

Booked 20 times today

Lettuce Entertain You's Bub City is Chicagoland’s destination for barbecue, whiskey and live country music and is open for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night dining. The Southern spot offers more than 150 different whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries throughout the country, and live country music. Join us for happy hour weekdays from 3:00 - 5:00!

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4. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.4

Awesome(1116)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 31 times today

Bar Siena - North Shore is an authentic Italian restaurant. Reviewers consistently praise the quality of the food, noting it's 'fresh' and 'delicious'. The restaurant's atmosphere is also commended, with one reviewer noting it's 'casual and cozy, comfort food'. Top Chef Fabio Viviani brings the flavor, flare and energy of the casual Italian-American dining experience, giving the restaurant an authentic feel.

5. Tenjin

4.8

Exceptional(115)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Lincolnwood

Booked 9 times today

Renga Tei is Tenjin Restaurant now.Tenjin restaurant serves everyone’s favorite Japanese dishes from yesteryear, and Chef Naoki has developed many contemporary dishes to keep your taste buds happy and satisfied. We hope that Tenjin will become one of your go-to Japanese Restaurants.

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6. CUPITOL The Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(72)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Skokie

Booked 8 times today

CUPITOL The Restaurant is our 4th and newest location in Old Orchard Mall, delivering a complete, immersive experience for all day. You can begin the day with breakfast, brunch, or lunch that you can truly enjoy and as the evening unfolds, you indulge in a vibrant dinner featuring bold European flavors and a sophisticated touch. Enjoy the day. Savor the night.

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7. Carmine's Rosemont

4.6

Exceptional(3637)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 46 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.

8. Zia's Social

4.7

Exceptional(586)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Norwood Park

Booked 10 times today

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9. Carlucci - Rosemont

4.6

Exceptional(3723)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 25 times today

For over 37 years, Carlucci Rosemont continues to be a top dining destination in Chicago, earning prestigious culinary awards like The American Culinary Federation Achievement of Excellence, Eccellenze Italiane Recommended Business award, DiRoNA, Silver Plate Winner, OpenTable Diner's Choice, Chicago Magazine's Critics Choice Award, and TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Travelers' Choice placing Carlucci Rosemont in the top 10% of restaurants to dine worldwide. Experience a gracious ambiance with white linen tablecloths, painted murals and rich wood trim. Served with utmost precision by a seasoned wait staff, the menu is equally indulgent - simmered sauces, pasta al denté, brick oven pizza, steak, and seafood - all celebrating authentic Italian tradition. Complement your meal with a selection from the award-winning wine list. Conveniently located near Rosemont’s theater, shopping, and convention district, enjoy a memorable dining experience at Carlucci Rosemont.

10. Coarse Italian

4.4

Awesome(380)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Glenview

Booked 7 times today

The name “coarse” is used to represent rustic in nature.Coarse Italian prides itself on its Italian-inspired dishes, and promises incredible cuisine.

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Thomas
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great place for authentic Japanese. Did is always excellent and service is wonderful.
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TenjinPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Lincolnwood
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4.8
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JoanneVIP
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was good and the service was excellent. Jay recommended some dishes, and he was spot on. His service was very good.
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Thalaiva's Indian KitchenPrice: Expensive• South Indian• Park Ridge
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4.5
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TomVIP
Chicago / Illinois •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We enjoyed the escargot, quiche, salad Niciose, and warm baguette. Service was perfect.
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Cafe TouchePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Edison Park
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4.7
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LisaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •74 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The brisket was very juicy and tender, and the pulled pork was season very well. The baked beans were not the normal beans that I am used to and they tasted way too spicy. My big complaint is about the salad. You double charged me for the chicken and you put so many vegetables on a tiny plate. That half of a salad fell on the table. This is unacceptable. The plates that you use are nowhere near big enough for the salad And also I should not be double charged for chicken. We normally have a good experience here so this was a disappointment. I am a Rewards member also.
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Bub City - RosemontPrice: Moderate• American• Rosemont
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4.5
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Elizabeth
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 22, 2025
Truly enjoyed myself! Had an amazing experience. !
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Bar Siena - North ShorePrice: Expensive• Italian• Skokie
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4.4

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