Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in West Suburbs

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in West Suburbs? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Jonny Cab's

4.9

4.9 (287)

$50 and over

American

Burr Ridge

About the restaurant

Jonny Cab’s is a VIP dinner experience in a premiere, modern setting. With live entertainment 5 nights a week, we strive to provide an environment where guests can unwind & enjoy the moment.

We were recently featured by Peter Wren for Hinsdale Magazine who wrote, "I think it's the sum of all these parts - the wine, the food, the friendly service, and all that great sound pouring forth from the stage - that's bound to win people over. As my wife said, 'I don't think there's any place like this in Chicago.' She's right, but thanks to this plucky group of wine-lovers and entertainers, there's now one sitting right in the heart of Burr Ridge."

Our delicious menu by Executive Chef Jeff Stahulak is a modern take on the traditional American supper club. As one diner recently put it, "we expected good music in a vegas-like atmosphere, but the food is your secret weapon."

Come see what all the buzz is about & join the party!

Top review

Michael

Dined on Jun 27, 2025

Great food, great service, and great live music! Our group of four really enjoyed our evening there.

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Experience

Premium Seating – Best View in the House

CityGate Grille

4.8

4.8 (2795)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Naperville

About the restaurant

Welcome to CityGate Grille. We source only USDA prime cuts of beef and can hand-butcher your filet, new york, or ribeye to order for the ultimate in freshness and flavor. There's also an array of robust sides and sauces, fresh seafood, and authentic mediterranean delicacies. Family owned and dedicated to friendly expert service; we treat everyone who walks in our doors like a regular.

Located inside the Calamos investment building.

Join us for live music on Friday and Saturday night; visit www.citygategrille.com for music schedule.

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JamesVIP

Dined 5 days ago

I took my girlfriend's father out to dinner. His wife, my gf, and her sister were out to celebrate birthdays and a girls' night out. We had a very nice dinner. Great food, and our server Scott was really good! I have always highly recommended this place. It's just north of downtown Naperville across I-88. None of all the crowd and all the same old places. This is really good food, attentive yet respected service. Live music and a very lively bar on the weekend. I love this place!

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Popular dish

Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

Popular dish

Filet Medallions

Nabuki

4.8

4.8 (1538)

$50 and over

Japanese

Hinsdale

About the restaurant

Located in historic downtown Hinsdale. Chef Juan and Nabuki are committed to creating edible art. Offering a fusion of innovate dishes. Chef Juan exhibits his mastery of the art of Sushi by creating traditional Japanese dishes with a Latin flare.

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Matt

Dined on Jun 25, 2025

Very clean establishment. Fresh and tasty seafood. Helpful and attentive Staff. Convenient parking and close to home.

Club Arcada 1920s Speakeasy

4.8

4.8 (2302)

$31 to $50

Italian

St. Charles

About the restaurant

A 1920s-style Speakeasy & Restaurant --offering hand-crafted whiskey, gin, and bourbon cocktails, specialty beers, and wine...with salmon, steak, flatbreads, charcuterie boards, Italian favorites, all served by flapper girls and newsies! Located on the 3rd floor of the historic Arcada Theatre in downtown St. Charles!

Most evenings we feature live entertainment. If you should choose to stay for our entertainment, the fees will be collected at your table.

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Gary

Dined 7 days ago

Meal was excellent. Peter our waiter was great. Food and drinks were delivered very promptly. First time there. Wonderful 1920s vibe. We loved it and plan to be back.

Capri by Gigi Zitt e Zitt/Are We Live

4.8

4.8 (55)

$31 to $50

Italian

Burr Ridge

About the restaurant

Family owned, providing the best homemade Italian food with recipes by Mama Capri. The dining experience is warm and enhanced by the charming personality of Gigi Capri, son of Mama Capri. The restaurant caters and has private dining space for up to 100 guests. Our guests are family!
As well as creative craft cocktails. Feel embraced with the Italian Culture not only with the food but with the ambiance & same hospitality found in Italy
Featuring entertainment & dancing Thursday, Friday & Saturday nights.

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JuliaVIP

Dined on Apr 26, 2025

Therese and Dina did an absolute amazing job ensuring our surprise party was flawless! The food was spectacular and the service was top notch. Love you guys and will continue bringing the business your way. You never cheat your customers and always show them a great time!

Schnitzel Platz

4.7

4.7 (364)

$31 to $50

German

Glendale Heights

About the restaurant

Schnitzel Platz in Glendale Heights is perhaps one of the most lively and entertaining eateries throughout the area and is known for hosting many events and is special enough to help ring in the holidays. In fact, Schnitzel Platz will often feature a special menu that has items only available throughout select times of the year like Oktoberfest. There are, of course, plenty of consistent favorites you will find too.

Some consistent menu items include the Kaiser in the neighborhood, Deutsche Haus platte, schweine braten and the sauerbraten. Make sure you also try the many schnitzels, of course, like the pork schnitzel, weiner schnitzel or the jager schnitzel. Schnitzel Platz also offers a kid’s menu that makes this restaurant a family-friendly place to go. and don't forget to come in and enjoy some authentic German polka music on weekends and our great selections of German bier imported from Germany!

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Dave

Dined 6 days ago

Schnitzle Platz made my Birthday very memorable, for the most part, i had lots of beer! The singer, cant remember his name sorry, was also awesome! Have been there many times and we will always return!!!!

Brook's Kitchen & Tap

4.6

4.6 (992)

$30 and under

American

Oak Brook

About the restaurant

Brook's Kitchen & Tap is now open in the chicagoland suburb of Oakbrook Illinois.

Brook's modern interior design paired with classic food and beverage favorites makes it a dining experience unlike any other in the area! Featuring handmade craft cocktails, delicious chef-inspired menu items, and an extensive wine list to match, Brook's Kitchen & Tap is your destination for every occasion.

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Myra

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Great food!!! Wonderful people!!! You won't be disappointed.

Modern Plate Restaurant & Bar

4.6

4.6 (109)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Elmhurst

About the restaurant

Welcome to Modern Plate Elmhurst, the ultimate destination for a unique dining experience in Elmhurst, Il. At our restaurant-bar, you’ll not only indulge in exquisite flavors but also enjoy top-notch entertainment and exciting events. Our team of culinary experts takes pride in crafting flavors in motion, providing a culinary experience like no other.

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SuzanneVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Our waiter was so professional and welcoming - what a delight. The food was delicious.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Naperville, IL | Downtown (Riverwalk)

4.3

4.3 (438)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Naperville

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

Top review

Michael

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Been there 3 times and had the back room for a mid size party. Amazing service, friendly staff and the food was a hit!

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Experience

Prix-Fixe BBQ Courses for Everyone: Starting at...

Two Hound Red Brewing Company

4.1

4.1 (65)

$30 and under

Brewery

Glen Ellyn

About the restaurant

TWO HOUND RED BREWING CO. IS A BREWPUB LOCATED IN GLEN ELLYN, IL.
WE FOCUS ON CREATING
CLASSIC, INNOVATIVE CRAFT BEER AND FOOD!

Top review

Terri

Dined 7 days ago

We really enjoyed our evening at Two Hound Red. The food and the beer were very good and nicely presented. The service was also very good. We did have to ask for utensils and napkins. The best surprise of the night was the entertainment. A folk singer was playing and electric guitar, and his partner was actually making some paintings to a few of the songs.

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