Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Near West

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Amerikas

4.8

4.8 (904)

$30 and under

Latin American

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Amerikas represents that very essence of American cuisine. Amerikas’ concept is dedicated to blend its Latin roots with flavors from around the world to create that unique taste

Top review

ChristopherVIP

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Delicious brunch food. Friendly, effective service. Our out-of-town guest was impressed.

La Catedral Cafe & Restaurant - Little Village

4.8

4.8 (113)

$30 and under

Mexican

Cicero

About the restaurant

A Mexican coffee house-restaurant located in the Mexican Capital of the Midwest, Little Village, offers a variety of different, non-traditional coffee and ice cream flavors. We also have an extensive menu of European inspired Mexican dishes that include options like paninis, salads and all-day breakfast. La Catedral, is a name inspired by the cathedral in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico, which is also reflected in the establishment's logo.

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Stephanie

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

We went on a Sunday and I’ve gone several times and the food is always great I will say they took a little longer to give us our food.

Blue Fire Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (65)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.

The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

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Lakendra

Dined 4 days ago

Everything looked fresh and great. Worth a shot, I would recommend.

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Experience

FREE PIZZA On Your First Visit

Il Vicolo Trattoria

4.7

4.7 (22)

$31 to $50

Italian

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Il Vicolo Trattoria, located in The Hemingway Business District of downtown Oak Park, Illinois, is an Italian restaurant featuring menu items ranging from fresh seafood entrees, to homemade pastas and pizzas. Influenced by traditional Neopolitan cuisine, Il Vicolo Trattoria offers a full sit-down experience with live music, a patio, and entrees such as Spaghetti con Vongole, 8 Finger Cavatelli, Neopolitan Pizza, fresh seafood, and hand cut steaks.

Il Vicolo Trattoria even offers gluten-free and vegetarian options, providing Oak Park with fine Italian meals for everyone in the family. With a full bar and diverse wine list, you’re sure to enjoy a traditional Neapolitan meal provided with impeccable customer service.

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RobertaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Il VIcolo is always good. Our group of six likes to eat on the patio. FYI There is much more street/traffic noise than in the past. Service is good and we're able to visit and eat

The View 1701

4.6

4.6 (96)

$31 to $50

American

Riverside

About the restaurant

THE VIEW offers an elite restaurant with a mixture of a dynamic ambiance, unmatched vibe, and impeccable food.

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Lamon

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Great food!! Good vibes!!! Would definitely recommend a people to patronize this establishment.

Hemmingway's Bistro

4.5

4.5 (1304)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Oak Park

About the restaurant

At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients.
The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.
There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

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Joann

Dined 3 days ago

It was a summer Saturday lunch, we were near a loudish table ,hostess moved us to quiet table!

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

4.4

4.4 (4328)

$30 and under

American

Oak Park

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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Shelia

Dined 5 days ago

Had a fantastic time at my favorite spot celebrating my mom’s birthday. The meal was excellent and we enjoyed our time together.

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Popular dish

Caprese Flatbread

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Crispy Brussels Sprouts

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Drunken Shrimp

TNT Rooftop Restaurant

4.4

4.4 (41)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Cicero

About the restaurant

Perched atop Austin, Chicago's vibrant streets, TNT Rooftop Restaurant offers an upscale dining experience with skyline views. From succulent steaks to vegan options, every dish is crafted with precision. With private party options and a rooftop terrace for 180 guests, guests can indulge in handcrafted cocktails and gourmet meals while enjoying panoramic vistas. Additionally, our date night experience with chauffeur service adds an extra touch of romance—view our experiences for more info. TNT Rooftop Restaurant promises an unforgettable culinary journey paired with unparalleled service and ambiance.

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Kyra

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Very good food, chill vibes! The establishment was clean and smoothly ran! Our server was very zen and sweet! Rooftop was amazing!

Soulé

4.3

4.3 (686)

$30 and under

Soul food

Cicero

About the restaurant

Soulé Chicago is a boutique restaurant inspired by the first line in Biggie Small’s legendary hip-hop single,“Juicy”: “It was all a dream…” and the soulful memories of Grandma Bea’s laughter and Momma’s smile. The soul food kitchen has always been a place where family, friends and tribe would gather to catch-up on love.
Soulé is no different.

We welcome you to Chicago’s West Town; home of the best creole-infused soul food delights on the planet. Our vision is bigger than food. We exist in celebration of culture and community…

Since 2017 Soulé has been the go-to creole-infused soul food destination for everyday people, tastemakers, celebrities and social media foodies in search of bursting and robust flavors of home cooked food. We are the official taste of home away from home.

Join us, family.

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Alisa

Dined 4 days ago

We got in and were seated immediately for our reservation. The food didn’t take long to come out at all and it was delicious! Our waitress was very nice and she attended to us well. The owner came over and talked for a minute and stopped back to check on us when the food came out. The music isn’t too loud and every song was a good song. It’s a really nice place. I don’t like public bathrooms but theirs was clean and smelled so good! We’ll definitely be back when we go back to Chicago.

Crepas Culichi - Oak Park

4.3

4.3 (253)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Our brunch is walkins only, first come first serve, for Brunch. We open daily for Brunch on Mon-Thu at 10 AM and Fri-Sun at 9 AM. Dinner reservations are accepted daily beginning at 4:00 PM.

Relax and unwind at our vintage-inspired restaurant bar. The décor features white marble accents, gleaming gold details, and clear glass fixtures, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy brunch or dinner in a laid back ambiance and sip on a signature cocktail while savoring delicious fare. Perfect for casual get-togethers or a leisurely weekend treat, our restaurant bar is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy good company and great food.

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Nellie

Dined on Jun 7, 2025

Fun and excellent place to celebrate a birthday or special occasion. Decor and service outstanding. The drinks are really excellent and beautiful to look at. Our entrees from the dinner menu were good and I would highly recommend the birthday crepe. For me the best part was the service. They deserve all the glory for this special Mexican/French themed restaurant.

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