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A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Burr Ridge, IL restaurant

1. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Burr Ridge, IL

4.4

Awesome(8732)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Burr Ridge

Booked 80 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.

A photo of Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Burr Ridge restaurant

2. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Burr Ridge

4.4

Awesome(3956)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Burr Ridge

Booked 15 times today

Located in the Burr Ridge Village Center, Eddie Merlot’s offers a steakhouse experience that’s second to none. If you're looking for a night out in Burr Ridge, or nearby Oak Brook, you won’t want to miss this gem. Right outside of Chicago, just minutes from La Grange and Downers Grove, it’s easy to find—and even easier to fall in love with. The luxurious and welcoming atmosphere sets the stage for an unforgettable meal, while its proximity to key local attractions makes it a go-to spot for locals and visitors.At Eddie Merlot’s, the steaks are the star of the show, with the New York strip and filet mignon stealing the spotlight. Each cut of beef is masterfully prepared, ensuring the ultimate steak experience. And if you’re in the mood for something different, the king crab legs or signature Seabass are equally mouthwatering. But that’s not all! The side dishes are just as exceptional. The extensive wine list and specialty cocktails make this steakhouse stand out from the rest.

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3. Fair Play Restaurant at Compass Arena

4.1

Excellent(26)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Willowbrook

Fair Play restaurant inside of Compass Cafe features American and European cuisine accompanied by a lively atmosphere featuring over 40 HD TVs. Watch live sports, enjoy our whiskey bar, Lavazza coffee, and watch live soccer in real-time on our two turf fields.Our goal is to allow the public to come together, network with others, and enjoy sports, dining and entertainment under one roof. With a state-of-the-art facility built to accommodate everyone from the businessman, soccer mom, to children and young adults, we are unique space that has something to offer for everyone. If you are looking to surround yourself with the lively nightlife of downtown, but don’t want to make the drive, you don’t want to miss out on all that Compass Arena has to offer from sports, dining, to live concerts.

A photo of JO JO Japanese Steakhouse restaurant

4. JO JO Japanese Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(159)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hibachi • Willowbrook

With 20 years of Experience in Hibachi Tabletop Cooking , Our Chefs are Excited to Demonstrate their Art to You and All Our Guests. Our Caring and Committed Staff will Ensure You have a Fantastic Experience with Us.

A photo of Beatrix - Oak Brook restaurant

5. Beatrix - Oak Brook

4.7

Exceptional(3652)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 112 times today

Beatrix is a neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant and meeting place in Chicago’s River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market and Oak Brook neighborhoods. The restaurant is the brainchild of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises’ Founder Rich Melman, Executive Partner and Divisional President Marc Jacobs and Chef Partners John Chiakulas, Rita Dever and Susan Weaver. The menu features healthy meets delicious options, and is known for its iconic coffee and bakery counter, including signature cookies, in-house pastry favorites and our house blends from Beatrix Coffee Roasters, featuring Light, Dark, Espresso and Decaf roasts.

6. Petite Vie

4.9

Exceptional(497)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Western Springs

Booked 23 times today

Nestled in the heart of downtown Western Springs, Petite Vie offers a menu curated with classic French dishes infused with Chef Paul Virant's signature flair. Spending time researching in France for inspiration, Virant has crafted every dish with meticulous attention to detail and a reverence for tradition. Seating 65 guests, Petite Vie’s intimate space exudes the warmth and comfort of a traditional French brasserie, while seamlessly blending modern design elements. A collaboration between Virant, his wife Jennifer and long-time friend and designer Jody Tate, every detail at Petite Vie tells a story of meticulous craftsmanship and thoughtful curation. Featuring French intricacy and layering, the space is a canvas of artistic expression, with artwork curated from both local talents and treasures acquired during the team's time in Paris. Framed prints, commissioned paintings, and a round antique mirror passed down through generations, adorn the walls, adding layers of intrigue.

A photo of RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Oak Brook restaurant

7. RH Rooftop Restaurant at RH Oak Brook

4.7

Exceptional(3959)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Oak Brook

Booked 167 times today

The RH Rooftop Restaurant resides on the third floor of RH Oak Brook, a 60,000-square-foot design gallery that blurs the lines between residential and retail, indoors and outdoors, home and hospitality. We invite you to enjoy our selection of timeless classics for brunch and dinner, and curated wines from esteemed vintners in the United States and Europe. Guests dine in a year-round skylit garden escape amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees and glimmering chandeliers.For group dining inquiries, please email: oakbrookhospitality@rh.com

8. Antico Posto

4.7

Exceptional(6404)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Brook

Booked 119 times today

Antico Posto, “The Old Spot”, is an intimate Italian Cafe and Wine Bar carefully hidden in Oakbrook Center Mall. The neighborhood restaurant boasts a warm, and inviting atmosphere combined with simple Italian comfort food. Make yourself comfortable in one of the many booths, or enjoy the private dining space for celebrations and special occasions. House specialties include fresh mozzarella, hand-crafted pasta, brick-oven pizza and house-made gelato. The wine list features more than 30 Italian and domestic selections available by the glass, 1/2 bottle and bottle. Signature dishes include Caprese, Margherita Pizza, Gnocchi Delicati, Classic Spaghetti Bolognese, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Raguso and Specialty Risotto.

A photo of Prasino - La Grange restaurant

9. Prasino - La Grange

4.8

Exceptional(2506)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Grange

Booked 10 times today

Prasino is an eco-friendly restaurant in the Chicagoland area that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The name of the restaurant is the Greek word for green which is at the heart of the restaurant's mission - to provide healthy food at an affordable price in a modern, environmentally conscious setting. Prasino emphasizes seasonal, local, and organic food whenever possible. Its commitment to sustainability is incorporated in Prasino's eco-chic design.

10. VIOLI

4.6

Exceptional(1828)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Greek • Oakbrook Terrace

Booked 75 times today

VIOLÍ was initially inspired by DineAmic Hospitality Partners, David Rekhson and Lucas Stoioff's, travels throughout Greece, where they acquired a newfound appreciation for the natural Greek lifestyle. Following their trip, the hospitality group opened LÝRA in West Loop's Fulton Market neighborhood and now brings the Greek Cuisine and world renowned superstar Chef Partner Athinagoras Kostakos to the Western Suburbs.

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