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Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in South Suburbs

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Updated 05 January 2025

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


A photo of Bella Mia restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2273)
$30 and under
Italian
Midlothian
About the restaurant
From the Italian Specialties to the Steaks and Chops Bella Mia is sure to put a smile on your face. That downtown feel right here in the Suburbs!
Top review
Nick
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great dining experience here. Food, service, and ambiance make for a fantastic evening! Owner checks on EVERYONE and the staff is happy to work here. Love this place!
A photo of The Barrel Club restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2230)
$30 and under
American
Oak Lawn
About the restaurant
"The Barrel Club invites you to experience a fine collection of spirits in a comfortable yet classy atmosphere to compliment our mouth-watering menu - an experience you are sure to enjoy"
Top review
ShanekaVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We had a really good experience here. It was very nice of the staff to accommodate our large party. We had just left a funeral and was looking for a space to have a small get together. Our server Suzanne was amazing and very patient with us would highly recommend the spot. Food was delicious and drinks were great!
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A photo of Krapil's Steakhouse & Patio restaurant
4.6
4.6 (24)
$31 to $50
Steak
Worth
About the restaurant
Krapil's the Great Steak, a Worth, Illinois staple, serves sumptuous steaks and other classic American fare. It is simply a suburban oasis. An unexpected serene outpost that transports you away from the city hustle and bustle to an old school Northwoods supper club surrounded by giant pine trees. The food is classic supper club fare with some modern twists. The Prime Rib dinner and The Fish fry are staples that will not disappoint. The menu is rounded out with steakhouse specialties and is supplemented by a hospitality level you more commonly found in a downtown restaurant

Krapil's also has the premier patio n the south side with live music on the weekends. There are plenty of private event opportunities available both inside and outside and Krapils has menus to accommodate every occasion and budget.



Top review
pattyg
Dined 2 days ago
The food was delicious. Our server, Grace, is fabulous, and we enjoyed a wonderful evening. The fliet medallions were great, and the babyback ribs were so good!
A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Lawn, IL restaurant
4.4
4.4 (6422)
$30 and under
American
Oak Lawn
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.
Top review
Sandra
Dined 5 days ago
It was everything and more. They have great food & the wine is delicious
A photo of Toast It IZ restaurant
4.4
4.4 (217)
$31 to $50
American
Evergreen Park
About the restaurant
Toast It Iz is located near a retail complex in the wealthy Evergreen Park neighborhood. Toast It IZ combines the heart and soul of Southern and Creole-inspired cuisine with a dash of the downtown atmosphere. You may thank the restaurant's breakfast and brunch menu for establishing an enduring dining memory with dishes like gumbo grits and fried catfish, banana pudding waffles, lollipop lamb chops, pancakes it iz!, and mimosa towers.
Top review
Heather
Dined 2 days ago
Overall 8 out of 10..we ordered drinks and they made them wrong, took a while to come back to the table. Food was good, had the grits and catfish. When we did get the drinks they were good
A photo of Paisans Pizza - Oak Lawn restaurant
4.4
4.4 (31)
$30 and under
Pizzeria
Oak Lawn
About the restaurant
Paisans is an Italian word for friends, but to us, it also means family. Family has always been at the center of Paisans’ beginning and the driving force behind its success. Paisans Pizza was started by Luigi, an immigrant to the United States, in 1985. In a small corner store in Cicero, Illinois, Luigi started making pizzas out of a household kitchen oven. Shortly after, Luigi was joined by his son Pete, fulfilling orders one at a time using hand-written tickets hanging from clothespins in their tiny kitchen.

Pete spent the next 30 years expanding the business, while also refining the Paisans brand and menu. He did this while always remembering what got us here: our famous pizza and award-winning wings.

Staying true to the idea of family, Pete brought in his boys to help him take the Paisans concept to the next level. Mentoring his sons in their new roles, Pete involves them in every aspect of the restaurant business.

Top review
danVIP
Dined today
Are waitress Kristen was great as usual and fast service with a smile 😊
A photo of Bea’s Kitchen & Kocktails restaurant
4.2
4.2 (114)
$30 and under
American
Richton Park
About the restaurant
Bea's K&K ''Where every flavor tells a story! Good food in a Friendly Place. True ingredients, true flavors, true passion, a taste you’ll always remember''...... Brunch, Soul Food, Fine Dining Restaurant and Amazing Kocktails
Top review
Zenaida
Dined 1 day ago
I went to Bea’s for my birthday. We had a great experience, and everything turned out wonderful! My family already talking about coming back.
A photo of Hooters Oak Lawn restaurant
4.0
4 (735)
$30 and under
American
Chicago
About the restaurant
Hooters is the place to be for great seafood, signature burgers and sandwiches, specialty salads, ice cold beer, a full liquor bar and of course, our world famous chicken wings served up in one of our signature sauces. With a casual, upbeat atmosphere, and plenty of HD TV’s, you’ll have a front row seat to all the games. Hooters, the original wing joint.
Top review
andrea
Dined on 17 Dec 2024
The food was good and the drink was very good . The drink was well put together .
A photo of Red Star Kitchen + Bar restaurant
4.0
4 (186)
$30 and under
American
Matteson
About the restaurant
Welcome to Red Star Kitchen + Bar, where culinary artistry meets vibrant ambiance in a celebration of flavor and style. Nestled in the heart of Matteson, our restaurant invites you on a journey of gastronomic delight, blending modern sophistication with the warmth of a welcoming neighborhood gem.

Step into Red Star and be captivated by the contemporary design, where rich red hues and ambient lighting create an inviting atmosphere that effortlessly transitions from intimate dinners to lively gatherings. Our chic and comfortable setting sets the stage for a dining experience that goes beyond the ordinary.

Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner for two, a lively night out with friends, or a venue for a special celebration, Red Star Kitchen + Bar invites you to indulge in an experience where passion for food and a commitment to excellence converge. Reserve your table today and embark on a culinary journey that transcends the ordinary, only at Red Star.

Top review
Kristen
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
The food was really good. And the drinks were amazing
A photo of The Rhoyal Bistro Live restaurant
3.8
3.8 (360)
$31 to $50
American
Calumet City
About the restaurant
The Rhoyal Bistro Live is south suburban Chicago's hottest all-new upscale casual dining experience and live entertainment venue. The Rhoyal Bistro Live features:

house made fusion recipes ready to tantalize your taste buds,
crafted specialty cocktails,
a hand selected wine list,
mimosa brunches,
private & semi-private spaces
and live music.

Top review
Brad
Dined 2 days ago
This was our first time there and the service was great!
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