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Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine, Deer Park, IL

Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

4.7
4.7
34 Reviews
$30 and under
Korean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Innovative
Welcome to Mother's Apron (“eomma-ui apchima” in Korean), where the spirit of maternal cooking thrives. In many cultures, mothers pass down cherished recipes, embodying traditions and flavors that nurture familial heritage. In Korean culture, "hand taste" (“sonmat”) captures the unique touch that comes from a cook’s skill and love.

With this in mind, the partners of Mother's Apron aim to deliver an exceptional Korean culinary experience that evokes the warmth of mom's cooking.

With over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we proudly introduce ourselves as pioneers of Korean BBQ in the greater Chicagoland area, led by our esteemed founder, a local icon known as the godmother of Korean cuisine. Our journey redefines Korean dining through authentic flavors and unmatched hospitality. Join us to savor our signature dishes and discover why we are celebrated as a culinary legacy.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Contemporary Korean, Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 34 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • North Suburbs

    Best Ambience

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine impresses with its "authentic flavors" and "upscale ambience." Diners rave about the "spectacular food quality" and "excellent service," with highlights including the "delicious bulgogi" and "amazing scallion pancakes." Though some found prices high, the "generous portions" and "variety of dishes" ensure a delightful dining experience.

34 Reviews
  1. Mark VIP

    Chicago45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Food is tasty. Service is very friendly. Cool vibe. Highly recommend!

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  2. Rami VIP

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here was amazing. The staff members were all very kind and helpful.

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  3. Sarah

    Chicago3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was amazing! So many incredible flavors and options. Tables were large to accommodate all the dishes and we didn’t feel like we were crammed into a booth. Server described each of the items and provided just the right level of attention throughout the meal. Prices were bit high for the area but matched the quality and quantity of the food and ambiance. This restaurant is a great addition to our community and I hope it continues to succeed.

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  4. Erin

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 experience. Cannot wait to go back. Food was excellent. We did the dinner for two and it was waaaay too much food but worth it for the try! Priced very well and I’m looking forward to bringing friends but also great for a date night.

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  5. Roy

    Chicago21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    They charge too much for the portion size. Most korean restaurants give you twice the amount of food for what you got here

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  6. John

    Phoenix11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good experience. Joy was very helpful guiding us through the menu and explaining the various dishes we ordered. She checked on us regularly to be sure everything was satisfactory. It was a very good experience and we enjoyed the food very much.

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  7. Karen

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Eating here was an experience! The presentation was very good. The hot food was hot and the cold dishes were cold We had a reservation for 1:30, the last lunch reservation offered. We were the only customers so needless to say we had excellent service.

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  8. Anthony

    Chicago5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our experience at Mother's Apron Korean BBQ. Service : We were a little disappointed in our waiter.; not overly friendly or attentive, nothing bad but not great. Food: We enjoyed our appetizers of potstickers and Truffle steak. Loved the Truffle Steak presentation, but wished it had more steak and slices vs what appeared to be shredded steak. The flavors were great on the Truffle steak (maybe hit it with a little more truffle oil...?). Potstickers were solid, but could have used a different sauce to stand out vs soy sauce in a dish that made it difficult to dip. My wife had the appetizer Spicy Squid with Korean Angel Hair for her entree. It is a lot of food for an appetizer, let alone for an entree. Please cut back on the amount of pasta and make the spicy squid the star. Great flavors, but way too much pasta. I had Pork Bulgogi. It was delicious. Fantastic flavors and oh so tender. It was definitely the star of the meal! Our friends had the Beef for 2. The Beef for 2, the Beef Bulgogi and the Short Rib were over cooked, a little tough and dry as well, especially the short rib, but the flavor was good. This came with a huge assortment of side dishes that were not explained adequately. Please cut back on the side accompaniments.Not all of them are needed and a lot of food went to waste as a result. You can eliminate the crab legs. Too hard to get any crab out of the leg, very messy and the flavor was very fishy. Some of the other sides could use improvements as well. Not sure if I would go back (more because not a huge fan of Korean Cuisine), but we loved the ambiance of the restaurant. I would suggest you order the entrees for one as it is the right amount of sides (still a lot), and easier to enjoy. I would definitely recommend people to try it and support our local ethnic restaurant cuisine!

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  9. Danny

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and company!!!! Keep up the good work!

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  10. Sean

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best Korean cuisine I’ve had. My husband and I shared the beef HANJEONGSIK, and it did not disappoint. So fun to try all of the different kimchis and side dishes. And the service was lovely. Our waitress was so attentive and really took time to explain all of the dishes to us. Will definitely be a return customer!

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Google Map for Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

21720 W Long Grove Rd, Deer Park, IL 60010

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Contemporary Korean, Barbecue
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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