Best Lunch Restaurants in Oak Park

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AndersonvilleAvondaleBedford ParkBelmont Central / CraginBerwynBridgeport

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Rustico

4.7

Exceptional(1054)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Park

Booked 18 times today

Delicious Italian & Spanish cuisine celebrating regional flavors of The Mediterranean in the heart of Oak Park, Illinois

A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, IL restaurant

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

4.3

Awesome(4205)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

Booked 57 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.

3. Amerikas

4.8

Exceptional(884)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Oak Park

Booked 14 times today

Amerikas represents that very essence of American cuisine. Amerikas’ concept is dedicated to blend its Latin roots with flavors from around the world to create that unique taste

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4. Hemmingway's Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1278)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 10 times today

At Hemmingway's Bistro the menu combines classic French dishes with the freshest Midwest ingredients. The daily specials reflect the chef's love for fresh seafood. Using mostly East-coast seafood flown in from Boston daily, the chef creates dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut on horseradish whipped potatoes and roasted sea bass on Caussoulet beans.There is also a Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de Mer with fresh oysters, clams, shrimp, and lobster.

A photo of The Little Gem Restaurant restaurant

5. The Little Gem Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Oak Park

Booked 9 times today

This Intimate, Stylish Little Restaurant is Elegant and Romantic With a Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere. A Relaxed Fine Dining Experience.Casual or Smart - All Feel At Ease.Reservations are Recommended - Walkins are always Welcome.Full Bar with a Speciality Bourbon Collection, Fine Wines and Craft Cocktails.Newly Expanded to right next door Also Check Out ENCORE! by Little Gem it is just as cosy, warm and inviting.In addition we have a Private Party Room for up to 70.Food + Drink Party Packages Available.Outdoor Dining available weather permitting.Gift Cards, Private Parties and Customized Menus are available. Please call (917) 327 8997 or email us : info@thelittlegemcafe.comWe look forward to serving you!

6. Piacere Mio

4.8

Exceptional(363)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Forest Park

Booked 9 times today

NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 11 AM TO 4 PM Modern Italian Restaurant with House Made Pasta, Risotto, Seafood, Meat and House Made Desserts by Chef J. MarquezCasual Dining with a Relaxed atmosphere.

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7. Blue Fire Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(45)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary European • Oak Park

Booked 4 times today

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

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8. Tre Sorelle Ristorante by Mancinis

4.3

Awesome(64)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oak Park

Tre Sorelle Ristorante serve Authentic Italian food, pizza and gelato made from scratch with the freshest ingredients possible. We have been part of Oak Park since 1995. Join us for Dinner. We look forward to seeing you !

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9. Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles

4.9

Exceptional(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Oak Park

We offer a generous menu selection consisting of Southern specialties like fried chicken, fried catfish, and peach cobbler just to name a few. Fuel your office lunch with delectable down-home cooking.

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10. La Barra - Riverside

4.7

Exceptional(981)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Riverside

Booked 4 times today

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 Tuesday - Saturday and at 8:00pm on Sundays. Join us for lunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm.

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Ralph
Wisconsin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
As always, Rustico is the best option if you wanna enjoy good food, good wines, good ambience. Staff is amazing!
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RusticoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Oak Park
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4.7
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theresa
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The staff is always pleasant and genuinely happy. Terrific experience!!
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AmerikasPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Oak Park
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4.8
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micheleVIP
Chicago / Illinois •72 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had reserved a table in the Encore room but were advised they were fully booked even though the room was empty except for one table. Very disappointing.
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The Little Gem RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Oak Park
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4.7
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Darnell
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It was great! I enjoyed my food, the ambiance and service.
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park
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4.3
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JanVIP
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
Kate is an excellent server. Food very good. And wonderful ambience
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Hemmingway's BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Oak Park
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4.6

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