Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in South Suburbs

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Bella Mia

4.9

4.9 (2346)

$30 and under

Italian

Midlothian

About the restaurant

From the Italian Specialties to the Steaks and Chops Bella Mia is sure to put a smile on your face. That downtown feel right here in the Suburbs!

Top review

Tom

Dined 2 days ago

Food was very good. Served hot. Went early so not very crowded. Owner came to introduce himself and welcome us there which was very nice. I would recommend this place to people looking for good Italian food.

Francesca's on 95th

4.7

4.7 (1375)

$30 and under

Italian

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Francesca’s on 95th is located in vibrant downtown Oaklawn. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

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Cherena

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

This restaurant was phenomenal. My father enjoyed his birthday and Father’s Day and look forward to going again.

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Experience

Happy Hour

Dancing Marlin

4.6

4.6 (3306)

$30 and under

American

Frankfort

About the restaurant

The Dancing Marlin is all about small plates, sharing & great wines and cocktails on tap! There also is a full bar. The menu has something for everyone with fresh seafood being a specialty. The culinary team has created a small plates menu that is both affordable and amazing! We feature a communal dining table for up to 14 guests and the suburbs most creative Sunday Brunch. Our bar features 16 wines on tap and 8 "made from scratch", crafted cocktails. The bar also features 30 craft beers in bottles and cans. The restaurant features (3) private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 120 guests. All of this is packaged up in a modern restaurant design, produced by award winning design team. Knauer Inc!

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Tammy

Dined 2 days ago

Dancing Marlins is a neighborhood GEM! It offers a variety of foods with uncommon combinations that are simply SCRUMPTIOUS! I would highly recommend! Looking forward to our next visit 😋

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Popular dish

General Tso's Cauliflower

Krapil's Steakhouse & Patio

4.6

4.6 (61)

$31 to $50

Steak

Worth

About the restaurant

Krapil's the Great Steak, a Worth, Illinois staple, serves sumptuous steaks and other classic American fare. It is simply a suburban oasis. An unexpected serene outpost that transports you away from the city hustle and bustle to an old school Northwoods supper club surrounded by giant pine trees. The food is classic supper club fare with some modern twists. The Prime Rib dinner and The Fish fry are staples that will not disappoint. The menu is rounded out with steakhouse specialties and is supplemented by a hospitality level you more commonly found in a downtown restaurant

Krapil's also has the premier patio n the south side with live music on the weekends. There are plenty of private event opportunities available both inside and outside and Krapils has menus to accommodate every occasion and budget.

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JorgeVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Fun environment with live music on the weekends. Tasty food. Good service. Great value.

The Barrel Club

4.6

4.6 (2387)

$30 and under

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

"The Barrel Club invites you to experience a fine collection of spirits in a comfortable yet classy atmosphere to compliment our mouth-watering menu - an experience you are sure to enjoy"

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Somoand

Dined 2 days ago

The experience was great. Nice quaint and accommodating

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Paisans Pizza - Oak Lawn

4.6

4.6 (56)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Paisans is an Italian word for friends, but to us, it also means family. Family has always been at the center of Paisans’ beginning and the driving force behind its success. Paisans Pizza was started by Luigi, an immigrant to the United States, in 1985. In a small corner store in Cicero, Illinois, Luigi started making pizzas out of a household kitchen oven. Shortly after, Luigi was joined by his son Pete, fulfilling orders one at a time using hand-written tickets hanging from clothespins in their tiny kitchen.

Pete spent the next 30 years expanding the business, while also refining the Paisans brand and menu. He did this while always remembering what got us here: our famous pizza and award-winning wings.

Staying true to the idea of family, Pete brought in his boys to help him take the Paisans concept to the next level. Mentoring his sons in their new roles, Pete involves them in every aspect of the restaurant business.

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Franca

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

overall the food was ok and pricey for what is was. Very loud ambiance too.

Toast It IZ

4.5

4.5 (291)

$31 to $50

American

Evergreen Park

About the restaurant

Toast It Iz is located near a retail complex in the wealthy Evergreen Park neighborhood. Toast It IZ combines the heart and soul of Southern and Creole-inspired cuisine with a dash of the downtown atmosphere. You may thank the restaurant's breakfast and brunch menu for establishing an enduring dining memory with dishes like gumbo grits and fried catfish, banana pudding waffles, lollipop lamb chops, pancakes it iz!, and mimosa towers.

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Ophelia

Dined 2 days ago

It was my friend‘s birthday and she had a great time. The service was on point. They made us feel right at home from the moment we entered the restaurant. I recommend this place to anyone who would like to go somewhere that has not only great food, but great ambience.

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn, IL

4.3

4.3 (6608)

$30 and under

American

Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

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.

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RandyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Had pork chop and it was delicious, tender and juicy. Mary’s potatoes were fine, roasted vegetables could have been cooked morel

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Crab King Cajun Boil and Bar

4.2

4.2 (118)

$30 and under

Creole / Cajun / Southern

Burbank

About the restaurant

Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar is a new business of seafood in this community. Our mission is to provide the highest quality of seafood and give you the best dining experience. At our new location, we strive to make Crab King Cajun Boil & Bar to be the best seafood restaurant in town.

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CassandraVIP

Dined on May 31, 2025

They need to hire more waitress food came out cold and late

St. Patrick's

3.6

3.6 (85)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Calumet City

About the restaurant

St. Patrick’s Place (WE ARE 30 AND OVER ONLY) where every floor delivers a unique vibe and elevated experience. Dine on the 2nd floor at St. Patrick’s Steakhouse (Reservations Only), home to premium cuts, signature dishes, and grown-and-sexy vibe. Walk-in's Head to our 3rd floor cocktail lounge for upscale drinks and a vibrant crowd. Planning a celebration? Our event space is perfect for unforgettable moments. Cap it all off on the 6th floor, for The Reserve Rooftop. where Caribbean cuisine meets rooftop views and late-night energy (Rooftop serves lunch each day at 11am).

Check out each floor’s full menu under the “Menu” tab.
No other vibe like this in Chicago Southland only at St. Patrick’s Place.

Lunch and Late Night a Dining are served on the Rooftop Only - Dinner for Steakhouse is Wednesday-Sunday 4p-10p (Please see open table for Menu selections for Rooftop and Steakhouse).

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Yvette

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Celebrated our 24th wedding anniversary at St. Patrick’s Steak House, Dolton IL., and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we walked in, we were struck by the stunning ambience and elegant design—it set the perfect tone for a special evening. The food was absolutely delicious, prepared with care and full of flavor. The service was equally impressive. A special shout-out to Che, who took exceptional care of us throughout the evening. Attentive, warm, and professional—Che truly made our celebration even more memorable. Highly recommend this place for a romantic dinner or any special occasion. We’ll definitely be back!

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Experience

The Reserve Rooftop

Experience

St. Patrick's Steakhouse

Experience

Private Dining Room

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