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1. A Thousand Tales
4.4
Awesome(102)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • Mount Prospect
Booked 10 times today
Enjoy the perfect fusion of Turkish and Mediterranean dishes at A Thousand Tales. Start off your early morning at our cafe with the perfect cappuccino, latte, americano, or espresso paired with a Turkish bagel or Balkan-style borek stuffed with potatoes, cheese, or ground beef. A Thousand Tales offers a variety of breakfast options including veggie omelettes, waffles, and traditional Turkish platters. You must try the eggs with soudjouk or menemen! Bring your friends and family for lunch and dinner and enjoy the mixed grill that includes lamb chops, chicken shish kabob, kofte kabob, adana kabob, lamb shish kabob, lahmacun (Turkish pizza), and traditional beyti kabob. Finally, end your meal with Turkish coffee paired with Sutlac (Rice pudding), Kazandibi (Turkish flan), pistachio baklava, eclairs, honey cake, or our specialty cookies. Enjoy the summer weather by dining at our outdoor tables while sipping on some refreshing homemade lemonade and freshly squeezed orange juice.
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2. Carlucci - Rosemont
4.6
Exceptional(3679)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Rosemont
Booked 35 times today
For over 37 years, Carlucci Rosemont continues to be a top dining destination in Chicago, earning prestigious culinary awards like The American Culinary Federation Achievement of Excellence, Eccellenze Italiane Recommended Business award, DiRoNA, Silver Plate Winner, OpenTable Diner's Choice, Chicago Magazine's Critics Choice Award, and TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Travelers' Choice placing Carlucci Rosemont in the top 10% of restaurants to dine worldwide. Experience a gracious ambiance with white linen tablecloths, painted murals and rich wood trim. Served with utmost precision by a seasoned wait staff, the menu is equally indulgent - simmered sauces, pasta al denté, brick oven pizza, steak, and seafood - all celebrating authentic Italian tradition. Complement your meal with a selection from the award-winning wine list. Conveniently located near Rosemont’s theater, shopping, and convention district, enjoy a memorable dining experience at Carlucci Rosemont.
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3. Cafe Touche
4.7
Exceptional(1463)
Price: Moderate
• Bistro • Edison Park
Booked 18 times today
A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I
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4. Nonna Silvias Trattoria and Pizzeria
4.8
Exceptional(1797)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Park Ridge
Booked 13 times today
Nonna Silvia's is a popular neighborhood restaurant nestled between Park Ridge and Edison Park. Family owned for 22 years, Chefs Steve Marti & John Giannini have been cooking authentic, regional Italian cuisine (from central Italy) since opening the restaurant. Inspired by and named after their grandmother, Silvia Giannini, Nonna Silvia's offers homemade pastas, fresh seafood, specialty pizzas, and a choice selection of local, Midwestern meats. We feature a collection of more than 60 wines (many of our wines are award-winning, Wine Spectator rated) from all over the world as well as craft beer and signature cocktails. Our restaurant has a warm and intimate Tuscan ambiance and a popular outdoor patio. Come and join us for a memorable meal and experience!
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5. Cafe El Tapatio - Glenview
4.6
Exceptional(374)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Glenview
Cafe El Tapatio was established in 1974 becoming a Chicago Staple for Authentic Mexican Cuisine and Drinks. Brought to the North Shore in 2017, Cafe El Tapatio brings the heat to the suburbs in a hip and urban environment. Focusing on traditional Mexican flavors we go above and beyond the typical run of the mill Mexican restaurant bringing one entrees like Arrachera XX, Pollo en Mole de Reyna, Camarones al Tequila, and Salmón Citrico; alongside various other traditionally flavored dishes. In regards to our drinks, all our specialty cocktails are made with small batch boutique 100% Blue Agave Tequila. We hope to see you soon! We're open for Lunch and Dinner during the week and Brunch and Dinner on weekends.Find us on Instagram & Facebook: @cafeeltapatiogv
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6. Westso Mexican Steakhouse
4.3
Awesome(99)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Edison Park
Booked 2 times today
Westso Mexican Restaurant &n Cuisine, where we proudly present an esteemed Mexican steakhouse experience, complete with artisanal beverages, a refined selection of Mexican wines, and premium mezcal. At Westso, our passion is in serving steaks that embody unparalleled flavor, meticulously prepared by some of Mexico’s most celebrated chefs. Our philosophy is centered around inclusivity; we invite guests from diverse backgrounds to join us in exceptional dining experiences, savoring unique and exquisite flavors.
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7. Zia's Social
4.8
Exceptional(553)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Norwood Park
Booked 17 times today
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8. Coarse Italian
4.7
Exceptional(358)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Glenview
Booked 1 time today
The name “coarse” is used to represent rustic in nature.Coarse Italian prides itself on its Italian-inspired dishes, and promises incredible cuisine.
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9. Mian - Rivers Casino Des Plaines
4.4
Awesome(18)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Des Plaines
Booked 2 times today
Mian offers authentic quick-service Asian cuisine. Mian (pronounced “Mee-On”) features authentic dim sum, noodles and rice dishes. Located in Rivers Casino Des Plaines.
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10. Mantra Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(364)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Schiller Park
"Mantra" is the sister restaurant to "The Indian Garden" Chicago. Since coming into business; our family at "IG" has offered an exploration of India's culture though its cuisine. We wanted to share the Indian tradition Atithi Devo Bhau, the supreme importance of the guests with Schiller Park.Elegant and inviting; with a sumptuous decor awash in the hue's of India's signature spices and decor, the senses were meant to be indulged. Every aspect of Mantra; the food, the decor, the ambiance was designed to excite your senses while also ushering them through the passage of Culinary Nirvana.

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