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- JLJoceeLeannaChicago / Illinois •5 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoI came on the night of the Jenipher Jones Experience and it was amazing! Great selection of songs, great vibes and most importantly GREAT BAND! She celebrated all the birthdays and couples in the house and it was LIT the entire show.More infoThe Rhoyal Bistro LivePrice: Expensive• American• Calumet City•3.8
- SShaunnavipChicago / Illinois •12 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 3, 2024The server was great! I haven’t had an attentive server at hooters in a long time and she was excellent.More infoHooters LansingPrice: Moderate• American• Munster, IN•4.6
- AWAmberWvipSan Francisco Bay Area •51 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 15, 2024We went for Valentine’s Day, the food was good and the 2 waitresses were very nice and pleasant. They gave us great service. I’ll definitely go again.More infoWhite Castle - Calumet CityPrice: Moderate• American• Hammond, IN•4.9
- PCPaulCChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Feb 14, 2024our family has been doing this for 10 years. it's a family tradition . it's me, wife, 2 son's & my mom(94) thanks MEMore infoWhite Castle - Hammond - 4632 Calumet AvePrice: Moderate• American• Hammond, IN•4.6
- CBCandiceBChicago / Illinois •12 reviews5.0Dined on Feb 15, 2021Valentines dinner was great with my son at the Buffalo Wild Wings.More infoBuffalo Wild Wings - HomewoodPrice: Expensive• American• Homewood•3.9
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Just south of Chicago, the village of Riverdale is home to a slew of diverse and delicious dining choices. Head over to a Cajun and Creole restaurant featuring a variety of beers and the spicy taste of Louisiana, or opt for a neighborhood seafood bar offering up a range of grilled and fried choices. If you're looking for a casual option, get some chicken wings or visit one of the neighborhood pizzerias for Chicago deep dish with your choice of toppings. You can enjoy barbecue from a family-owned small favorite or eat at one of the authentic Chinese eateries in town with a wide range of seafood, meat, and vegetarian dishes. For a fun time with friends or family, grab a hot dog at a Riverdale joint or chow down on a bucket of fried fish and chicken.
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