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Celebrating 28 years in Riverside, IL. - The Chew Chew, Riverside, IL

The Chew Chew

4.9
4.9
1790 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00

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Booked 7 times today
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  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
The Chew Chew is celebrating 28 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL directed by original Chef/Owner Scott Zimmer. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles northwest of Midway Airport and 10 miles west of Downtown Chicago. There is a Metra Train stop on our block for safe & easy access in/out of the City. We feature a multi-level dining room, vibrant full-bar & a cozy outdoor patio May-October (weather permitting). Happy Hour daily 4-6pm with beer, wine & cocktail specials. Make sure to try one of our famous Jumbo Martinis during your visit! We appreciate all the great reviews & voting us Chicago's #1 Neighborhood Restaurant on Open Table. If you cannot find a reservation online, please call us direct 708-447-8781. We look forward to serving you.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (708) 447-8781
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Zimmer
  • Catering
    Full-Service, Carry-Out, Deliveruy
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant has a second level mezzanine for groups up to 50 people.
  • Area
    Riverside
  • Cross Street
    We are between Harlem & First Avenue on the south side of Burlington St
  • Parking details
    Directly on Burlington Street and city lot nearby.
  • Public transit
    Steps away from the Burlington Northern (Metra) train station in Riverside. After exiting the Metra, walk one block east on Burlington Street. Our front door will be on your right side. Look for our black awning over the sidewalk.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,790 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Near West

    Best Overall

  • Near West

    Best Food

  • Near West

    Best Service

  • Near West

    Best Ambience

  • Near West

    Best Value

  • Near West

    Child-friendly

  • Near West

    Healthy

  • Near West

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Near West

    Great for fine wines

  • Near West

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Near West

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Chew Chew delights with "amazing food and service," becoming a "neighborhood gem" and a "long-time favorite." The atmosphere is "very comfortable," with a menu that offers "delicious specials" and "exquisite" dishes. Attentive staff, including standout servers like Rebecca and Lauren, enhance the dining experience. It's a "great local gem" for any occasion.
1,790 Reviews
  1. Kate

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Super great pork chop among many other items on the menu.

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  2. Craig

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was outstanding. Bella was our server and she was extremely attentive. Cocktails were very good. Overall it was a great experience and we will be going back again, very soon.

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  3. Aimee

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went for their restaurant week menu and got lucky with happy hour timing, too. Great drink options and the meal was delicious.

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  4. Jim

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 5 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always exceptional, our server was great. The only problem we encountered was the bus boy took away my wife’s cocktail before she finished it. He did not ask if she was done, just took it away. We mentioned it to our server and she brought my wife another drink. She was great. All in all we love the Chew Chew and mistakes do happen. We will be back.

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  5. Julie

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed Restaurant menu!! Such a great night and all so helpful and attentive!

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  6. James

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 29 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a long-time favorite of ours. Food is terrific, atmosphere very comfortable, bartender mixes excellent drinks, and Rebecca, our server, was very accommodating, and attentive without being pushy, so excellent service & staff. As a bonus, they are participating in Restaurant Week, and had some very delicious specials!

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  7. Melinda

    VIP

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend and I went to Chew Chew this evening. We were debating if we should try the Restaurant Week menu or stick to our regular favorite entrees. Although we were not familiar with all the items on the menu, we decided to order all the Restaurant Week specials and share them. They were delicious! And so nice to try so many new foods and really enjoy them. Our server was attentive and helpful.

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  8. Mark

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seated promptly greeted and had an overall exceptional dinner. Food was outstanding good portions fair price and excellent flavor Service was attentive and very pleasant. Had a great gin and cumber tonic. Definitely coming back

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  9. LC

    VIP

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Chew Chew has become a family favorite. Try the Restaurant Week Special. Corn fritter, wedge salad, ravioli and panna cotta were my choices and they were all very delicious!! Enjoy!!!

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  10. Michele

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been going to the Chew Chew forever and its among our favorites. The food and service is excellent. On another note, neither my husband nor I drink alcohol. Some restaurants push us out quickly or are not hospitable when we don’t order liquor. Never happens at Chew Chew. They’re the best!

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FAQs

The Chew Chew offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 447-8781.

The Chew Chew is rated 4.9 stars by 1790 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00

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Booked 7 times today
You're in luck! We still have 4 timeslots left

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Google Map for The Chew Chew

33 East Burlington, Riverside, IL 60546

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are between Harlem & First Avenue on the south side of Burlington St
  • Area
    Riverside
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Directly on Burlington Street and city lot nearby.
  • Public transit
    Steps away from the Burlington Northern (Metra) train station in Riverside. After exiting the Metra, walk one block east on Burlington Street. Our front door will be on your right side. Look for our black awning over the sidewalk.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Zimmer
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (708) 447-8781
  • Catering
    Full-Service, Carry-Out, Deliveruy
  • Private party facilities
    The restaurant has a second level mezzanine for groups up to 50 people.
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