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Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

4.8 (4469)
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1000 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
The Very Best of Land & Sea. Zagat Rated and a four-time recipient of the Wine Spectator’s Best of Award of Excellence award, Parkers’ is a full service restaurant and bar serving lunch, Sunday brunch, dinner, and private functions. We are open for lunch Monday - Friday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Sunday brunch 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM and for Dinner on Sunday - Thursday 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM, & Friday - Saturday 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Great happy hour specials in the lounge, Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM. Live music in the lounge, Wednesday - Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM & Saturday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Our Crooners Thursday series features Lenny Capp, Randy McCallister, & Gary Ward. If New Orleans inspired food & jazz are more your style, come see McCrackin's Oysters and the Fred Cantu Dixieland Trio during during Sunday Brunch.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (630) 960-5700
  • Website
    http://parkersamerican.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Pawel Marszalek
  • Private party facilities
    We have four Private Dining Rooms, ranging in capacity from 6 to 50 guests, all containing AV capabilities and a wide variety of seating configurations. Personalized menus, 745 unique wines and a huge selection of liquors, insures that your event will be nothing short of perfect.
  • Private party contact
    Linda Stevens: (630) 960-5703
  • Location
    1000 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515
  • Neighborhood
    Downers Grove
  • Cross street
    Highland Avenue
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in private lot.
  • Entertainment
    Wednesday through Friday, we feature live jazz in our lounge from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Orleans Jazz Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for our Sunday Brunch with Big Easy vibes, and enjoy the festive music of Mario Abney and Fred Cantu & their Dixieland Trios! The New Orleans inspired ala carte menu features brunch favorites like Beignets, Shrimp & Grits, Cochon Du Lait Eggs Benedict, Prime Rib and Chef Pawel's Louisiana Quiche. Laissez les bons temps rouler!
    New Orleans Jazz Brunch Photo

  • Sunday Dinner Jazz Series - August 3rd

    $85.00 per person

    Aug 3, 2025 only
    On August 3rd, we continue our Sunday Dinner Jazz Series with the Smooth Jazz Guitar Music of Phil Seed and his band.  Come welcome Phil to Parkers' for his inaugural performance, while you enjoy your favorites like our Lobster Bisque, Cedar Plank Roasted Whitefish, or Slow Roasted Prime Rib, or your favorites from our special menu. Each performance begins at 5:00 p.m., and we ask everyone is seated by 4:30 p.m. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. The two and half hour show will have a 30-minute intermission. The $85 per person ticket includes a three course-plated dinner. For complete details and reservations, please contact Fred J. Gore at (630) 960-5700 or fgore@parkersamerican.com
    Sunday Dinner Jazz Series - August 3rd Photo

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What 4,469 people are saying

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • West Suburbs

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Parkers' Restaurant & Bar offers "excellent food and fantastic service" with a welcoming atmosphere. Known for its live jazz brunch and delicious dishes like lobster bisque and cedar plank whitefish, Parkers' delivers a premium dining experience. The attentive staff and memorable ambiance make it a "favorite dining spot."
4,469 Reviews

  1. NOELLE VIP

    Chicago / Illinois221 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    THIS IS WHAT FINE DINING USED TO BE. THE SERVICE WAS IMPECCABLY DONE BY LAUREN. GRILLED SALMON WAS SEARED ON THE OUTSIDE, TO KEEP THE INSIDE VERY MOIST. WAS ABLE TO SUBSTITUTE SIDES. CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded today
    Welcome in Noelle and I am so glad you enjoyed your dinner with us. Lauren will love hearing this, thank you!!!

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  2. Chris

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Their whitefish is some of the best I've ever had. Delicious! A little too much spinach but the whipped potatoes more than make up for it! And Parkers has THE BEST lobster bisque I've ever had. Worth the trip alone!
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 3 days ago
    Excellent choices, thank you for the note Chris!!

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  3. Tommy VIP

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our anniversary there- the entire team made us feel extra special throughout the evening. The food was fantastic and service was top-notch.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Happy 5 years Tommy and thank you for Celebrating with us!

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  4. Patti

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dinner! It was so nice to visit a restaurant that still cares about the quality of their food and level of service. Our waiter, John, was great! Wish we lived closer, but we will definitely be back next time we're in town.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 3 days ago
    We sure do Pat, and so glad you could feel it! We for sure will look forward to your next visit while in town!

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  5. Kelly VIP

    Chicago / Illinois103 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for the seafood specials this week. The Mixed Grill was exceptional-octopus cooked perfectly! Pre- dinner cocktails on point. Our server Kelly was delightful and friendly! Nice touch for Mike to greet us and check in. Truly appreciate great dining experience
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    What wonderful words and fantastic choices, thank you for sharing with us! Glad our team made you feel welcomed and we look forward to your next visit!

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  6. Gary VIP

    Chicago / Illinois546 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was excellent. I had the salmon and it tasted great and well prepared. The server was great too. She came when we needed her and offered good suggestions.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you Gary for being a fantastic customer, so happy to hear Andrea made your experience so enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Mary VIP

    Chicago / Illinois10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, excellent wait staff. Highly recommend!
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 7 days ago
    Thank You Mary, wonderful to hear Alex helped make the night enjoyable. We look forward to your next visit. Cheers

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Jim VIP

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A late lunch. Not crowded on a Thursday afternoon. Desk staff great , friendly and in a good mood. Food carried and quite good. Cheddar soup of the day was tasty. Only two things, chopped salad was uninspiring and the decor is becoming a little outdated. Think it’s time for a refreash. Recommend.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you Jim, we appreciate the information.

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  9. John

    Chicago / Illinois4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderfull as usual. Excellent service and food. Loved it!
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 7 days ago
    And another very Happy Anniversary! Glad your night was special.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. illona

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Well i ordered the shrimp and grits, some shrimp were still translucent, as i tried to use my fork and couldnt get through the shrimp, so i ate some sashimi, but left some too. The grits were good, presentation was good, but the sauce with the sausage was salty. So i guess ive had better Shrimp & Grits. The ambiance was nice, i went there for the New Orlean Brunch. Live music and singing, great atmosphere. Maybe if you try something else, it could have been an off day. Always optimistic.
    Parkers' Restaurant & BarResponded 6 days ago
    Hello. Our apologies for the Shrimp & Grits not being as good as it usually is. Please let us know in real time, as our goal is for you to completely enjoy the entire experience. We would have loved to fix the issue right there and then. Please let me know the next time you plan on dining with us and I will make sure everything is perfect. I appreciate you sharing your experience and we will try and do better.

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (630) 960-5700.

Parkers' Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 4469 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. West Suburbs
  5. Downers Grove

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 22 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Parkers' Restaurant & Bar

1000 31st Street, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Highland Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downers Grove
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in private lot.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pawel Marszalek
  • Entertainment
    Wednesday through Friday, we feature live jazz in our lounge from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://parkersamerican.com/
  • Phone number
    (630) 960-5700
  • Private party facilities
    We have four Private Dining Rooms, ranging in capacity from 6 to 50 guests, all containing AV capabilities and a wide variety of seating configurations. Personalized menus, 745 unique wines and a huge selection of liquors, insures that your event will be nothing short of perfect.
  • Private party contact
    Linda Stevens: (630) 960-5703
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