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- CConnieChicago / Illinois •5 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoAwesome service by Mary Beth. We ordered Bruschetta, Chicken Limone and Chicken Milanese and everything was delicious as usual!! We love Mio Modo anytime or for special occasions. One of our favorite spots to dine! ❤️More infoMio ModoPrice: Moderate• Italian• St. Charles•4.7
- GGinaChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoFood was excellent as always! E was a fantastic server!More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Algonquin, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Algonquin•4.7
- TtedWisconsin •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoHad a great time here, excellent food, service was off the charts, music and dance was beyond expectations. Will definitely be returning to Club Arcadia.More infoClub Arcada 1920s SpeakeasyPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles•4.7
- KKyleChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat place to celebrate a birthday! Excellent service and great food.More infoHardwarePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Aurora•4.7
- MMary SusanVIPChicago / Illinois •44 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 12, 2025Always enjoy the wonderful food and ambiance at ZaZa's. We have dined here many times and are never disappointed.More infoLa ZaZa Trattoria - St. CharlesPrice: Expensive• Italian• St. Charles•4.8
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