Maple Tree Inn

Name: Maple Tree Inn
Address: 18849 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL, United States, 60430
Telephone: (708) 388-3461
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2878 Reviews

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

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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 have maintained almost 100% of our staff and they have made the move with us.
We are still 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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

9:00 PM

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Takeout

(708) 388-3461

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Barbecue
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(708) 388-3461
Website
http://www.mapletreeinnrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Erich Wennberg

Location
18849 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL 60430
Neighborhood
Homewood
Cross street
Idlewild Lane
Parking details
FREE PARKING in a large, well lit, private parking lot. Overflow parking is available one block North on the East side of Dixie Hwy.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Maple Tree Fried Oysters*$18.00
plump, hand-selected oysters, dipped in seasoned bread crumbs and flash-fried, then finished under the broiler with garlic butter & asiago cheese, smoked bacon & pickled garnish
Bourbon Roasted Oysters*$18.00
fresh oysters on the half shell, roasted with a Bourbon Garlic Butter; served with fresh french bread

Starters

Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp$13.00
Fried Green Tomatoes$16.00
pickled green tomatoes, chèvre, poblano basil jelly, red remoulade, shrimp ceviche
Cast Iron Cornbread$7.00
house-made cornbread served with lagniappe & cinnamon honey butter
Voodoo Nuts$11.00
roasted cloves of garlic covered with fresh andouille sausage, then well smoked 'til done, served with salsa verde, a chipotle molasses reduction, and a carrot & cabbage slaw
Blue Crab Beignets$14.00
paired with a charred scallion cream, hot honey, and a spiced pecan gremolata
Chargrilled Mussels$16.00
PEI mussels in a peach & tomato butter sauce with fresh herbs; served with grilled focaccia
Bayou Roll$14.00
blackened crawfish served atop a split top Brioche roll, with a chimichurri aioli, and pickled radish

Entrees

Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp$25.00
half-pound jumbo peeled shrimp sautéed in a garlic butter sauce with tomatoes and spices, served with jalapeño cheddar cheese grits; garnished with chopped green onions
Chicken, Sausage and Seafood Creole Jambalaya$24.00
hearty, highly seasoned rice-based dish with slow-roasted rotisserie chicken, house smoked andouille sausage, jumbo tail-on shrimp, and crawfish tails
Crawfish Étouffée (Ay-Too-Fay)$29.00
half-pound of tender crawfish tails smothered in a dark roux with butter, garlic, onions, peppers, and white wine, served with white rice
Blackened Redfish Étouffée$29.00
fresh, Gulf Redfish, served blackened, set over white rice and topped with Maple Tree Inn's crawfish Étouffée, served with smothered green beans
Southern Fried Catfish$26.00
Louisiana catfish fillet coated in seasoned flour and deep fried to a golden brown, served with dirty rice & finished with a Crystal Hot Sauce® aioli; paired with a cabbage & collards slaw
Fried Chicken$26.00
boneless chicken thighs, lightly dredged and flash fried, served with a pancetta gravy, baked mac n cheese, drizzled with a honey Jezebel sauce, and finished with pickled greens
Burnt Ends$25.00
half-pound of 14 hr. slow-smoked beef brisket, cubed, topped w/ ancho molasses BBQ sauce, braised and caramelized; served with horseradish grits w/ gouda cheese, and smothered cabbage
Crawfish Étouffée Risotto$29.00
our famous Crawfish Étouffée paired with Arborio Rice and finished with a petit shaved vegetable salad
Gulf Fish Pontchartrain$30.00
gulf fish served pan seared, topped with lump crabmeat, mushrooms and a roasted fennel & brie cream sauce; paired with corn maque choux
Blackened Ribeye*$50.00
prime grade ribeye, served blackened, with garlic mashed potatoes and grilled asparagus, paired with a caramelized onion cream sauce and crispy beer onions
Smoke Roasted Leg of Lamb$29.00
sliced thinly and paired with a mint lamb demi glace; served with garlic mashed potatoes, a petit shaved fennel salad, and finished with a pistachio gremolata
Brown Sugar Glazed Spareribs$25.00
1.25+ lbs. of house smoked meaty spareribs, dry rubbed and slow-cooked over hickory to create a deep pink ring and a dark, caramelized, lacquered bark, brushed with a brown sugar glaze, and served with braised collard greens and house made mild bbq sauce

Sides

White Rice$4.00
Dirty Rice$6.00
Smothered Green Beans$6.00
Hand Cut Cajun Boil Butter Fries$6.00
Southern Style Mac N Cheese$6.00
Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese Grits$5.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$5.00
Corn Maque Choux$6.00
Braised Collard Greens$6.00
Horseradish & Gouda Cheese Grits$6.00

What 2,878 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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juliag
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing! Fun and reminiscent of NOLA :) we are regular visitors of New Orleans so it was nice to have an authentic restaurant to visit
PJ
PamelaJ
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great ambience, great food, great service. My only disappointment-- didn't have any key lime pie for serving.
LS
LisaS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I would definitely recommend this hidden gem. The place is beautiful and the food was great. The staff are extremely attentive. The fried oysters, fried green tomatoes, etc... were delicious. I would definitely visit again.
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PatHK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
My first time at Maple Tree was great. Our server was personable and very attentive. We started with the Roasted Beet salad and it was outstanding. My companion had a bowl of the gumbo and it was good! My entree was ribs with collard greens. The ribs were tender and tasty, however, a little salty for me perhaps because I am hypertensive with taste buds that are salt sensitive. The collards were well seasoned with good flavor, although the stalks were included and I am not used to that. The overall experience truly outweighs minor criticisms. We are already planning our next visit as I want to experience the "Southern Fried Catfish".
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful ambiance, great service, good food!
JK
JohnnyK
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Impeccable service. Great cocktail/wine program. Traditional yet creative menu.
LB
LeadersBevNick
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect atmosphere for a 1st date. The music is at a pleasant level with the tables spaced just far enough that conversation doesn't trickle into your space. Our server Matt was very pleasant and sets a wonderful standard as a service professional. Every dish was presented elegantly and tasted amazing. The cocktails were expertly crafted and presented perfectly. Erich and his team are top notch and offer one of the best experiences in the south suburbs. Cheers MTI team!
UM
UnshavenMarc
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Absolutely the best food you'll find in the south suburbs. Upscale New Orleans fare. Servers are attentive, professional, and funny (in our case). It's a tad on the pricey side, but you're paying for quality. You won't leave hungry by any means. My only gripe, and it comes with a grain of salt, is we were seated in the back corner of the restaurant, and my view was of peeling wallpaper (no doubt due to some heat creep, and I'm sure they're going to address it).
KV
KhayyanV
Chicago
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Took friends out for dinner for their July Birthdays and they loved the food and menu options.
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rochellec
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and outstanding service. I highly recommend this restaurant
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KMNH
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food5service2ambience5
Everything was nice but what I didn't approve of is our waiter would take smoke breaks and return back to our table smelling like cigarettes. That absolutely is unacceptable..
KW
KarenW
Chicago
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
We enjoyed the entire experience, from the food, to the service and ambiance.
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samb
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Best brisket and Mac and cheese I’ve ever had! All of the food was delicious and the decor is beautiful.
HO
HeatherO
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place! Would highly recommend to anybody! The cocktails were outstanding!
SM
SheiliaM
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and wait staff. The music was too loud but they reseated us in a quieter area. We really enjoy this restaurant.
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JasmineW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Couldn’t have had a better time! Food was amazing, the staff was remarkable, and the vibe was so nice. Highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved it! The food was fresh, hot and delicious.
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Days49
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience5
Food was good. Our service was great. Our waiter was professional and personable. the menu was intriguing.
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RiseR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Use to visit it when it was in Blue Island. Food was good.
MG
MarchayG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is amazing! Amazing service,atmosphere , everything! The food is a bit on the pricey side, but it is totally worth it! I have no complaints at all.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall3food4service3ambience4
Again I noted Birthday on the reservation and it went I acknowledged so needless to say I won’t recommend for special occasion again
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null
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Maple tree Inn is as good as a Rivera North restaurant in the Chicago Land Area. Kudos to Ross !
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Barbie
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Food was delicious! The desserts was not good at all!!
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Lazygardener
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food served piping hot! Great service as always
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NikkiK
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, service, wine, ambience and experience. I can’t wait to go back!
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JosephineA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Wide variety of food choices. They are able to meet any dietary restrictions. Food was delicious. The service was great.
KK
KellyK
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great cocktails, food and service. Highly recommend.
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JNICE
Atlanta
3 reviews
vip
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Great Food and atmosphere. Servers were excellent :)
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DebraH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is my 3rd time being at your restaurant...the 1st n 3rd were awesome 2nd was a little disturbing...our waiter somehow gave us the same order which was far from what we ordered we did not make waves other than that my experiences have been quite wonderful
DB
DeanseB
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely GREAT place. Would highly recommend !
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Vickies
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Really enjoyed myself. The ribs had a little more fat on them than I would like, and the lime cheesecake was not as tart as I like, but overall. I really enjoyed my meal and time.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent restaurant in our capacity.
LS
LollySoulLove
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Spiritually Stimulated, by the foodwith a joyful server named OZZIE Thank you
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DJBrooklyn
Chicago
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
The Maple Tree has been consistently good for the 20+ years I've been a customer.
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BonnieA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
First time visiting, but certainly won't be my last. Service was good, food was even better!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always one of our favorites. When you want a taste of New Orleans, there’s no other place like it around here.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The cornbread was amazing. Burnt ends to die for and the fried chicken was delicious.
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TayeW
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always fresh and delicious!! The service was great and the Hurricane drink was awesome!!
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phaedrap
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service
BR
BRIGGETTEW
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 29, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great local spot. Spicy Cajun food. Cornbread is awesome

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Maple Tree Inn offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 388-3461.

Maple Tree Inn is rated 4.8 stars by 2878 OpenTable diners.

Maple Tree Inn does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 9, 2022

9:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(708) 388-3461

18849 Dixie Highway, Homewood, IL 60430

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Idlewild Lane
Neighborhood
Homewood
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Creole / Cajun / Southern, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
FREE PARKING in a large, well lit, private parking lot. Overflow parking is available one block North on the East side of Dixie Hwy.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
Erich Wennberg
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mapletreeinnrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(708) 388-3461

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Fried Green Tomatoes

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Seafood Gumbo

Gumbo & Soup

Seafood Gumbo$10.00

Duck & White Bean Soup$10.00

Salads

Roasted Beet Salad$11.00

Farmstand Salad$11.00

Oysters

Maple Tree Fried Oysters*$18.00

Bourbon Roasted Oysters*$18.00

Starters

Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp$13.00

Fried Green Tomatoes$16.00

Cast Iron Cornbread$7.00

Voodoo Nuts$11.00

Blue Crab Beignets$14.00

Chargrilled Mussels$16.00

Bayou Roll$14.00

Entrees

Hickory Buttered BBQ Shrimp$25.00

Chicken, Sausage and Seafood Creole Jambalaya$24.00

Crawfish Étouffée (Ay-Too-Fay)$29.00

Blackened Redfish Étouffée$29.00

Southern Fried Catfish$26.00

Fried Chicken$26.00

Burnt Ends$25.00

Crawfish Étouffée Risotto$29.00

Gulf Fish Pontchartrain$30.00

Blackened Ribeye*$50.00

Smoke Roasted Leg of Lamb$29.00

Brown Sugar Glazed Spareribs$25.00

Sides

White Rice$4.00

Dirty Rice$6.00

Smothered Green Beans$6.00

Hand Cut Cajun Boil Butter Fries$6.00

Southern Style Mac N Cheese$6.00

Jalapeño Cheddar Cheese Grits$5.00

Garlic Mashed Potatoes$5.00

Corn Maque Choux$6.00

Braised Collard Greens$6.00

Horseradish & Gouda Cheese Grits$6.00

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