Best Casual Restaurants in Palatine

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Arlington HeightsBarringtonBarrington (Township)Buffalo GroveDunningElk Grove Village

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1. Gianni's Cafe - Palatine

4.7

Exceptional(1042)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Palatine

Booked 11 times today

Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, Illinois, is a restaurant dedicated to serving authentic Italian food in a casual setting. Pasta, seafood and other Italian favorites made with the freshest ingredients highlight the menu. Gianni's Cafe in Palatine is family owned and operated, which makes the customers feel at home as they enjoy their food.If you come for lunch at Gianni's Cafe in Palatine, you might want to choose from the seafood bar, where you can get oysters, clams, calamari and much more. Those who arrive for dinner will find some excellent entrees from which to choose, like the tortellini con prosciutto or the stuffed peppers.

2. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1472)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 19 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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3. Gianni's Cafe - Kildeer

4.9

Exceptional(689)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kildeer

Booked 8 times today

Located just north of OHare International Airport, Giannis Cafe in Kildeer, Illinois, serves classic Italian cuisine. Its inviting setting features warm lighting and clothed tables. Guests can begin their dining experience at Giannis Cafe with stuffed artichokes, fried ravioli or bruschetta. A main course of lasagna with bolognese sauce, chicken marsala or baked shrimp atop a bed of pasta will fulfill the appetite. This family-owned eatery also has a seafood bar and a create your own pasta option.Giannis Cafe has a full bar that offers an array of drinks, including cocktails, beer and wine. This restaurant provides catering services.

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4. Lou Malnati's - Buffalo Grove

4.6

Exceptional(75)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Buffalo Grove

Booked 15 times today

For the best slice of pizza that Buffalo Grove has to offer, look no further than Lou Malnati’s deep dish pizza. Nestled in the friendly suburb of Buffalo Grove is the pizza restaurant that’s been serving families legendary Chicago pizza since 1989. Located in the second oldest building in Buffalo Grove at 85 S. Buffalo Road, at the intersection of Lake Cook Road and Buffalo Grove Road, enjoy full-service dining and bar, along with carryout and delivery service to Buffalo Grove and parts of Long Grove, Lincolnshire, Riverwoods and Wheeling. We also offer catering and have private event spaces available for up to 80 hungry people.

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5. Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & Pub

4.6

Exceptional(286)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Arlington Heights

Booked 5 times today

None truly embodies the true spirit of Ireland more than, Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub in Arlington Heights. What makes Peggy’s so unique is the fact that virtually every piece of the structure came directly from Ireland. All of the woodwork, including the bars themselves, were constructed and shipped directly from Ireland. Warm weather allows for tables outside around the beautiful perimeter. Children are welcome and free parking is available on the street and in a municipal garage just down the block. A professional staff, an inviting menu and an atmosphere that feels like Ireland all combine to make a visit to Peggy Kinnane’s Irish Restaurant and Pub an authentic and charming experience. Look for Irish food on the menu, Irish people serving and being served, and plenty of warm, friendly conversation with a few songs thrown in as the night goes on, and more than likely, you’ve found an authentic Irish pub, right here in Chicagoland.

6. La Zingara

4.8

Exceptional(336)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arlington Heights

Booked 3 times today

La Zingara Trattoria is one of the most iconic Italian restaurants in the area. Serving authentic italian food in the Chicago NW area for the last 25 years. Family traditions are our inspiration. Please make us part of yours!

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7. Schaumburg Public House

4.5

Awesome(74)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Rolling Meadows

Booked 4 times today

Our inspirations come from iconic places: Cider mills and celebrated orchards of Michigan, the creameries & fisheries of Wisconsin and Illinois craft-beer brewers along Route 66. Simple yet ever changing, built on the best beverage and food northern mid-America has to offer. Food inspired by local heritage showcasing culinary craftsmanship and offering local insider beer & cocktail picks.

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8. Moretti's - Barrington

4.6

Exceptional(265)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Barrington

Booked 11 times today

Award-Winning Moretti's pan and thin crust Chicago-style pizza is just the most famous part of our large menu. We offer a varied selection of Italian and American dishes, both classic and modern for lunch and dinner in a friendly atmosphere. The dining room is spacious and comfortable, or dine outdoors, weather permitting, in our beautiful garden patio. Prices are very reasonable, and the service is fast and friendly. Moretti's is a great option for anything from a relaxing dinner for two to a friendly get-together to watch the big game. All our food, not just the pizza, is available for take-out and delivery. Moretti's is always a great place for all your special occasions.

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9. Moretti's - Schaumburg

4.4

Awesome(345)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Schaumburg

Booked 1 time today

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 planni

10. Ttowa

4.7

Exceptional(227)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Korean • Arlington Heights

Ttowa is a family owned restaurant led by husband and wife - Dong Ju and Og Eun Park. Ttowa welcomes new and returning patrons to enjoy a comforting Korean family meal served by the Park family. "또와" (Ttowa) means "come again" in Korean and we hope the food will indeed want you to dine with us again. Ttowa is currently BYOB. Please enjoy your beverages with our complimentary "banchan" (side dishes) served with all entrees. Please don't hesitate to ask us for refills! Signature Dishes:- Dak Buns (Fire Grilled Chicken Buns) - Dduk Bokki (Rice Cakes) - Dolsot Bibimbap (Hot Stone Rice Bowl) - Jjambbong (Seafood and Pork Noodle Soup)- Samgyupsal (Sauteed Pork Belly)

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Loraine
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Outstanding Italian cuisine. Great atmosphere and service was exceptionally good!
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Gianni's Cafe - KildeerPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kildeer
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4.9
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Bob
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My goodness was that good. Traditional dishes were perfect. More unique dishes were exquisite. The only knock was that the Caesar salad was only average at best. Everything else was absolutely top notch.
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Enzo and LuciaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Grove
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4.8
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Lisa
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Gianni's never disappoints! Great vibe, food, service, cocktails....the whole package!
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Gianni's Cafe - PalatinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Palatine
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4.7
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SandraVIP
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was fantastic! We were seated in the party room. No one rushed us. Food came just as we had ordered and hot. Service was great!
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Lou Malnati's - Buffalo GrovePrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Buffalo Grove
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4.6
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Robin
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Jan 2025
The atmosphere is relaxed and family friendly. Our server Bianca, was personable and attentive and willing to engage with us. I was looking forward to a good corn beef sandwich and I wasn't disappointed. The food was served quickly and was hot and flavorful. And there was a lot of it. We all had leftovers to take home. It got a little noisy as the night progressed, but you'd expect that on a Saturday night at an Irish Pub. This is one of my favorite restaurants and we're sure to return.,
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Peggy Kinnanes Irish Restaurant & PubPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Arlington Heights
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4.6

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