Diners' Choice: Child-friendly restaurants in Near West

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Updated 05 December 2024

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La Parra Restaurant and Bar

4.9

4.9 (534)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Berwyn

About the restaurant

La Parra Restaurant & Bar, in Berwyn, IL, is a premier dining establishment serving the Chicago, Cicero and Oak Park areas. We specialize in home made pastas, tapas and the best cocktails you'll ever try. We offer a Mediterranean style menu, a full bar, and dine in or carry out options.

For your next night out, visit La Parra Restaurant & Bar in Berwyn. The best Mediterranean around!

Top review

HarleyF

Dined 1 day ago

Great customer service, Great food, great energy!! Drinks are on point. It’s my favorite restaurant in Berwyn, IL.

Maya Del Sol

4.8

4.8 (3814)

$30 and under

Latin American

Oak Park

About the restaurant

## Maya Del Sol: A Culinary Journey Through Latin America Step into Maya Del Sol and embark on a vibrant culinary adventure through the diverse flavors of Latin America. Our family-owned restaurant, nestled in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois, offers a unique dining experience that tantalizes your taste buds and warms your soul. **A Fusion of Flavors:** Our menu is a symphony of bold, innovative flavors, drawing inspiration from Mexico, Central America, and South America. From fresh ceviche and sizzling fajitas to succulent steaks and flavorful seafood creations, each dish is a testament to the rich culinary heritage of the region. Our chefs use only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring every bite is a burst of authentic taste. **A Vibrant Atmosphere:** Whether you choose to dine in our elegant dining rooms or on our expansive outdoor patio, Maya Del Sol offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Lush greenery, twinkling lights, and the lively chatter of friends and family create a truly special ambiance. **Hand-Crafted Cocktails:** No Latin American experience is complete without a perfectly crafted margarita. Our extensive margarita list features fresh, hand-squeezed juices and unique flavor combinations, all shaken and served tableside. We also offer a curated selection of cocktails

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Tim

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic place to take in live music and have a great Mexican meal.

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4.8

4.8 (1772)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Riverside

About the restaurant

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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Donald

Dined 7 days ago

The Chew Chew is always a nice place to dine. I had the crab stuffed rainbow trout, while my wife had the scallops with risotto. Both were delicious!

Victory Italian - Oak Park

4.8

4.8 (233)

$30 and under

Italian

Forest Park

About the restaurant

*Our patio is first come, first serve. Your reservation assures you a table. If patio is available at your time of arrival we will gladly seat you there. We appreciate your understanding*
Victory Italian features authentic Chicago-style Italian Cuisine. While the menu boasts of Joe's Mama's Meatballs, you will find fresh made pastas, home-made ciabatta garlic bread, and many other of Chef's classics that have wowwed Chicago for decades! The wine list is one to delight all palates offering several regions of Italy, many appellations of California and a well balanced mix of global varietals. Dine in our space filled with Old-World sophistication, black and white photos of familiar faces and quintessential Chicago Style. Our Oak Park location showcases a beautiful wrap around bar perfect to invite friends to watch a game while enjoying one of our many craft beers or signature cocktails. Perfect for romantic dinners, social gatherings, business, or a night out on the town.

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CandaceVIP

Dined on 12 Dec 2024

This was my first visit to Victory and I would definitely go back. Dave our waiter was outstanding!

La Barra - Riverside

4.7

4.7 (961)

$31 to $50

Italian

Riverside

About the restaurant

La Barra Riverside is brought to you by Mary and Pat Leone. We feature sharable Italian small plates, award-winning pizza, great wines and hand-crafted cocktails. The beautiful space includes a private dining room and a gorgeous outdoor patio. Please be aware that our kitchen closes at 9pm Tuesdays - Thursdays and Sundays. On Fridays and Saturdays, our kitchen closes at 9:30pm. Join us for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm.

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StellaVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great neighborhood ambience. Excellent cuisine. Outstanding entertainment.

Crepas Culichi - Oak Park

4.7

4.7 (210)

$31 to $50

Dining Bar

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Our brunch is walkins only, first come first serve, for Brunch. We open daily for Brunch on Mon-Thu at 10 AM and Fri-Sun at 9 AM. Dinner reservations are accepted daily beginning at 4:00 PM.

Relax and unwind at our vintage-inspired restaurant bar. The décor features white marble accents, gleaming gold details, and clear glass fixtures, creating a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy brunch or dinner in a laid back ambiance and sip on a signature cocktail while savoring delicious fare. Perfect for casual get-togethers or a leisurely weekend treat, our restaurant bar is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy good company and great food.

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SusanVIP

Dined on 24 Nov 2024

Crepas Culichi is the perfect place to have good food in an elegant setting. Every detail from the decor to the beautiful china dishware and crystal glasses make you feel like you are somewhere special. Our server, Fernanda, was attentive and helpful. The support team was efficient in serving our food and removing used plates. Each dish is presented with precision and style. We were also treated to a violinist who stopped at each table entertaining with his own selection or a special request. Treat yourself, friends, and family to a pleasant experience at Crepas Culichi.

Moretti's - Bedford Park

4.5

4.5 (35)

$30 and under

Italian

Bedford Park

About the restaurant

Moretti's is Pizza and So Much More!

Based in classic Italian and American cuisine with modern innovations, Moretti's menu features award winning thin crust and Chicago-style deep dish pizza with more than 20 different toppings, house made meatballs and freshly sliced Italian Beef, "Mile High Lasagna," with homemade layers of fresh pasta, marinara and four cheeses, unique pasta specialties and numerous chef-inspired daily specials. The menu also includes chicken, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, signature salads, grilled specialties and more. There are dedicated Vegan and Gluten Free Menus, as well as keto and vegetarian selections.
Moretti's Pizza was voted "Best of the Best" in the Chicago areas biggest diners' poll - Daily Herald "Best of the Best."

Moretti's offers dine-in, takeout and Moretti's in-house "Faster, Hotter, Happier" delivery team, as well as full service off-site catering and hosted events at the restaurant in private rooms, with complete event planning.

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Cindy

Dined on 13 Dec 2024

Food, ambiance, and establishment were great. Service was slightly lacking, we ordered 6 wings and were brought 8, and charged for 8. We also ordered Asiago stuffed crust pizza. We did not receive stuffed crust pizza but were still charged for Asiago, despite us mentioning the discrepancy to the server.

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Experience

Half Price Pizza Tuesdays!

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL

4.4

4.4 (4096)

$30 and under

American

Oak Park

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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SandraVIP

Dined 5 days ago

I gifted wine and dinner to a family member. They were surprised and enjoyed the evening. The senior manager, Alyiah was amazing and helped my plan it.

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Popular dish

Caprese Flatbread

Popular dish

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Popular dish

Turkey Burger

Soulé

4.2

4.2 (593)

$30 and under

Soul food

Cicero

About the restaurant

Soulé Chicago is a boutique restaurant inspired by the first line in Biggie Small’s legendary hip-hop single,“Juicy”: “It was all a dream…” and the soulful memories of Grandma Bea’s laughter and Momma’s smile. The soul food kitchen has always been a place where family, friends and tribe would gather to catch-up on love.
Soulé is no different.

We welcome you to Chicago’s West Town; home of the best creole-infused soul food delights on the planet. Our vision is bigger than food. We exist in celebration of culture and community…

Since 2017 Soulé has been the go-to creole-infused soul food destination for everyday people, tastemakers, celebrities and social media foodies in search of bursting and robust flavors of home cooked food. We are the official taste of home away from home.

Join us, family.

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Monika

Dined 2 days ago

We had a staff lunch and we ordered appetizers six main dishes and desserts. We all really enjoyed our lunch.

Lou Malnati's - Oak Park

4.1

4.1 (23)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Oak Park

About the restaurant

Search no further than Oak Park Lou Malnati’s for the best pizza on the strip in Oak Park.
This location features a full-service bar, and when the weather calls for it, outdoor seating. The interior design combines industrial elements with a vintage retro vibe that is reminiscent of the mid-20th century and the history of Oak Park. Whether you’ve been out shopping, strolling downtown or playing a round of golf, Lou Malnati’s Oak Park is the perfect spot to satiate your deep dish cravings.

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Rocco

Dined on 2 Dec 2024

Serve was slow considering the restaurant wasn’t very busy. Only one person serving most of the restaurant We expected to wait for our food to arrive 20-25 minutes after we ordered it but not 45 minutes after we ordered it. Then we had to wait an additional 10 minutes just to get our check so we could pay and leave. The food was good and we would go back to the food but the service wasn’t terrible

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