Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Forest Park

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

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

Booked 112 times today

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.

2. Maya Del Sol

4.8

Exceptional(3806)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 30 times today

*All online reservations will secure a table on the covered and heated portion of our patio. *All parties will have 90 minutes to enjoy themselves.*Parties are currently limited to 6 guests.*We are following local, state, and federal guidelines regarding COVID 19 restrictions, in addition to our own precautions. Visit mayadelsol.com for a full list of our COVID procedures.*We reserve the right to modify our policies without notice.

3. Rustico

4.7

Exceptional(995)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Park

Booked 35 times today

Rustico in Oak Park, Illinois is a vibrant bar scene with inventive food and creative drinks as per the reviews. The place has a great ambiance, excellent service, and a varied menu with options from around the world. The cocktails and wine list are varied and well-crafted. It's a great place to enjoy good food along with good friends, as stated in the reviews.

4. Citrine Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(1269)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Oak Park

Booked 31 times today

Located in the heart of Oak Park IL, Citrine offers Mediterranean influenced cuisine with American flair. The menu includes seasonal fish and vegetable dishes, braised meats cooked in clay pots and fresh bread from our brick oven.

5. The Chew Chew

4.8

Exceptional(1771)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Riverside

Booked 20 times today

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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6. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

4.8

Exceptional(8816)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 134 times today

Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse has been a Chicago icon since partners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo opened its doors in May 1989. The classic American steakhouse serves Gibsons Prime Angus Beef and Gibsons Grassfed Australian Beef. Gibsons also features fresh fish, classic cocktails, an extensive wine list and exceptional service. Celebrities, Chicago visitors and loyal neighborhood residents enjoy three distinct locations: Chicago, Rosemont and Oak Brook. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

7. Daisies Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(166)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 100 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

8. Girl & the Goat

4.8

Exceptional(14819)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 165 times today

Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

9. LUXBAR

4.6

Exceptional(2834)

Price: Moderate

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 86 times today

The quintessential American bar, LUXBAR features seasonal and classic cocktails made from freshly pressed juices, premium ice, house made shrubs, and an extensive selection of spirits that runs especially deep in whiskey and bourbon. A "Build Your Own Manhattan" menu, thoughtful, approachable wine list, and beer menu with vintage and local options make the bar a go-to for casual, mid-week drinks and bites with friends, watching weekend sports and post-shopping. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

10. RL Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(7209)

Price: Expensive

• American • Gold Coast / Streeterville

Booked 103 times today

RL Restaurant is described as a vibrant bar scene due to its modern club atmosphere and diverse cocktail list. Reviews mention the 'trendy atmosphere', 'unique cocktail menu', 'outstanding martinis' and 'great energy' creating a lively and inviting environment. The 'warm, inviting ambiance' and 'spectacular setting' are also praised, contributing to a vibrant bar scene.

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OpenTable Diner
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It's always a good vibe! Highly recommend the shrimp for appetizers and egg roll.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park
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4.5
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Melissa
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
I was looking forward to the squash ravioli, but unfortunately it was so sweet it should have been a dessert. I also didn't care for the cubed pieces of squash in the sauce, but that's a personal preference. The steak tartar was more veg than steak, which I found weird However, I still love this restaurant and will continue to go back as most everything on the menu is outstanding and they mix a good drink. I'll just avoid these two things in the future.
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Citrine CafePrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Oak Park
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4.8
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Catherinevip
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great restaurant. Great food. Choices appeal to many different tastes. New location is great.
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RusticoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Park
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4.7
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Nancy
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was excellent, and our server was outstanding…engaging, made helpful suggestions from which we ordered additional selections, appropriately friendly and attentive.
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The Chew ChewPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Riverside
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4.8
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Leslie
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on 13 Nov 2024
Loved being there to help Maya celebrate 17 years as a local restaurant. Good food and drinks. Raul and Josh were attentive. One of our group’s favorite local restaurants.
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Maya Del SolPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Oak Park
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4.8

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133 restaurants available nearby

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

2. Maya Del Sol

3. Rustico

4. Citrine Cafe

5. The Chew Chew

6. Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - Chicago

7. Daisies Chicago

8. Girl & the Goat

9. LUXBAR

10. RL Restaurant

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