Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Southwest Suburbs

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best overall restaurants in Southwest 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!

Frankie's Since 1988

4.9

4.9 (3946)

$30 and under

Italian

Tinley Park

About the restaurant

The Santoro Family has been in the food service industry since 1988. Our Tinley Park location was renovated AND re-branded in May of 2023. We created a new MODERN CHIC vibe...The new name "Frankie's Since 1988" as an ode to our original restaurant on the Southside of Chicago.

No longer a fine dining white tablecloth restaurant. Our new concept more energetic music, vibrant craft cocktails & mocktails along with the same homemade pastas and signature dishes, such as Ciambotta (sausage & peppers), meatballs, Chicken "limone" with a lemon butter & capers sauce amongst others that have been loved throughout the years from Frankie's. We also added authentic southern Italian style pizzas from our Marra Forni oven in the dining room.

Our updated menu is a combination of old classics from the past 16 years in Tinley Park and new items with the same wonderful service guests have come to know and love from Frankie's.

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BethVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent food, fabulous service and lovely decor and ambience.

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4.9

4.9 (29)

$30 and under

Italian

Lemont

About the restaurant

At Capri, we pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients to create classic dishes that bring the essence of Italy to your table. Whether you're here for a casual meal with family, a special celebration, or simply to enjoy a delicious meal, we strive to make every visit memorable. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience filled with great food, fine wine, and genuine hospitality.

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richard

Dined on Jun 1, 2025

Such amazing food and service. What a hidden gem. it’s a very small location but the owner and the amazing food make it feel grand. 100% coming back

Osteria Ottimo

4.8

4.8 (2770)

$30 and under

Italian

Orland Park

About the restaurant

You’ve never tasted Italian food like this before. Pasta made by hand every morning; fruits and vegetables sourced from a local farmer - just for us; fresh fish flown in daily and our meats aged to mouth-watering perfection. We have taken old school Italian and added a modern twist.

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Kerry

Dined 3 days ago

We sat in the bar area and had excellent service! We had the Bianca pizza with crumbled sausage and it was delicious!

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Mr. Benny's Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (765)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Mokena

About the restaurant

Steak and Seafood serving Prime and Black Angus and wild species of seafood
South African and Australian cold water lobster tails along with wild Alaskan salmon and Canadian fresh water walleye and lake perch. Along with other Mr Benny"s specialties.

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Nadeen

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely loved my experience here. I will definitely be back again! Food was delicious and such great prices. Hostess was very friendly. Bussers were attentive and efficient. Waitress was outstanding. Highly recommend!

Tapri

4.7

4.7 (7)

$30 and under

Indian

Woodridge

About the restaurant

An Influenced Indian, where chai meets cheers and every bite tells a spicy tale! Our cozy nook is your go-to for flavorful bites, exotic cocktails, and chai that whispers secrets of the spice route. Join us for a culinary journey that's as vibrant as Bollywood and as comforting as a warm hug.

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SandeepVIP

Dined on Jun 6, 2025

Extremely flavorful food with an amazing variety of creative dishes. One of the few Indian restaurants in the area where one can enjoy dining out with friends/family

Cut 158 Chophouse

4.8

4.8 (1363)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Joliet

About the restaurant

CUT 158 Chophouse est 2019 with a bold vision – to embody the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse. We keep this tradition alive, but with a modern, sleek twist, bringing you an unparalleled experience every time you dine. Top quality meats grilled to perfection, delivering the most amazing flavors.

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Alan

Dined 3 days ago

Had a party of 8 before a concert at the Rialto. Really a great experience and the food was great! Look forward to the completion of the construction out front.

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4.7

4.7 (1681)

$30 and under

Italian

Palos Hills

About the restaurant

Francesca’s Vicinato is located in vibrant downtown Palos Park. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

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Mary

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

There were four of us that each enjoyed a wonderful dish. The service was great. We were there pretty early so it wasn’t crowded. Very enjoyable.

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Experience

Happy Hour

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - New Lenox, IL

4.7

4.7 (5456)

$30 and under

American

Mokena

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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Matt

Dined 2 days ago

Very nice location, the atmosphere was great and the food was also very good.

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Popular dish

Sweet Chili Calamari

Popular dish

Junior Filet Medallions

Experience

Brunch & Bubbles | Saturdays & Sundays 10am - 2pm

Mousa Greek Taverna

4.8

4.8 (202)

$31 to $50

Greek

Joliet

About the restaurant

Greek Taverna with wine & cocktails served in a cozy, comfortable setting

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MeganVIP

Dined on May 29, 2025

Everything was delicious! It was our first time and I have a wheat allergy. The manager, Sophia, came over to explain what was GF and was extremely knowledgeable. So many things on the menu we want to try, we will be back!

The Phoenix Kitchen & Cocktails

4.8

4.8 (943)

$30 and under

American

Homer Glen

About the restaurant

A modern upscale casual, dining experience, serving locally sourced New American Cuisine.
In addition to the traditional 3 course meal, we offer shared plates. Shareable food is fresh, fun and exciting! Mixing and matching food selections, allows guests to try an array of different cooking techniques, styles and flavors. Spanning the globe for exciting inspiration to provide unique high quality dishes. Our wood fired grill, 600º degree pizza oven, hardwood smoker and hydroponic organic micro-greenhouse allow Chef the freedom to bring his culinary ideas to your table. Pair your evening from a selection of handcrafted cocktails, small batch bourbons, craft beer or enjoy a bottle of organic, bio dynamic wine from our temperature controlled wine cellar. Experience The Phoenix; where family and friends gather, food and drink is shared and new traditions begin!

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GailVIP

Dined 3 days ago

As always, the food and service are terrific! The staff are all friendly and helpful, making a point to make sure everything is just right. The Phoenix is consistently a wonderful experience.

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