Restaurants in Elgin
The Best Restaurants
Ray's Family Restaurant
801 St Charles St, Elgin, IL 60120The name says it all...this was our first time here but it won't be our last. From the minute you enter it felt like home..one of those old style diners...
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- Superb240 Reviews4.8
Kubo Sushi and Sake Lounge
70 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Takoyaki, ramen and the up in smoke roll were all delicious. I'm a big fan of yellowtail and this place offers a couple of options. Menu's got some...
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- Superb207 Reviews4.7
Al's Cafe & Creamery
43 Dupage Ct, Elgin, IL 60120my dear readers around the globe, it is a great privilege to tell you about this great man who helped me over come the tragedy in my relationship, and how his...
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- Superb216 Reviews4.6
Larsa's Kitchen
1188 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123I discovered this place by accident, I have tried so many different things on their menu, never got disappointed, their baba ghanouj is delicious, their dolma...
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- Superb191 Reviews4.6
Bennigan's
495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Bennigan's Elgin IL. The last of the line in Illinois. They were a popular and good chain of restaurants at one time. In 2008, the company went bankrupt,...
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- Superb233 Reviews4.5
Baker Hill Pancake House
1279 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Since everyone leaves short reviews; I will do the same.Mr.and Mrs.First-timers found this to be a MUST return to place.The fries and slaw were the perfect tag...
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- Superb188 Reviews4.5
Red Poppy Bistro
109 E Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Went here tonight for their German themed dinner and it was awesome! Must have their Red Poppy cocktail, it was so good. Staff was amazing and attentive. Food...
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- Superb92 Reviews4.8
Grumpy Goat Tavern
875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL 60123So if I order a cocktail “neat” with rocks on the side I am sure he would charge again for the rocks. Better yet….just include...
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- Superb266 Reviews4.4
Jester's Fast Food
96 Tyler Creek Plaza, Elgin, IL 60123Really Like Jesters, food is really Good. I normally order the Italian Combo and last visit got the Oven Brown Potatoes which were very good indeed. I hear...
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- Superb172 Reviews4.5
Culinary Fox Cafe & Catering
2090 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123Checked this place out based on the 5 star reviews! It did NOT DISAPPOINT! Everything scratch made including soups, sauces, quiches and even the salad...
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- Superb85 Reviews4.8
Fatsoz Bar
959 Villa St, Elgin, IL 60120Its not only the huge profit you helped me earn in one week for that I am grateful for Mrs. Linda, my most joy is that I have finally found the expert trader...
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- Superb98 Reviews4.7
Elgin Public House
219 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120The food was delicious. We each had something different and all were great: a tuna melt, cheeseburger and a salad. And, the mashed potatoes were fabulous....
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- Superb391 Reviews4.3
Alexander's Cafe
1725 N State St, Elgin, IL 60123Alexander's Cafe was okay but not great for us.Pros: country fried steak was excellent, portions were large, complimentary to go coffee, friendly...
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- Superb279 Reviews4.3
Plank Road Tap Room
39W149 Plank Rd, Elgin, IL 60124Great beer garden that’s dog friendly. Highly recommend a visit. They have a good selection of beer, including options for German beer lovers. In the summer...
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- Superb124 Reviews4.5
Gabutto Burger
2502 South Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123Asian-fusion foods, especially burgers, are really delicious. I ate a burger at this restaurant, and it was really good. It was actually my first time eating...
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- Superb257 Reviews4.3
Martini Room
161 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120Great Martini’s and serviceThanks Felipe (bartender)not sure if that was your real name, martini flight was great. I will return for more.Wild sensation was...
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- Superb137 Reviews4.4
BeaUnique Latin Kitchen
74 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120We stopped in for Bea’s steak sandwich. It was phenomenal as always! We did not expect her to come out and thank us for coming in as she was so busy, but...
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- Superb52 Reviews4.9
Golden Skillet
Big Oak Shopping Center, 740 W Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60123Small mom and pop place that can cook a mean crisp country fried steak and Spicy jalapeno omelette. Only thing I would say is you have Tabasco, Coulutha, now...
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- Superb134 Reviews4.4
Gee N Jays
925 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Ok. Seriously the BEST Chinese food in the area ! like the entire Chicago Metropolitan area. I ordered a lil bit of everything..and ever dang thing was...
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- Superb157 Reviews4.3
White Pearl Restaurant
265 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123One of the best Vietnamese/Thai food in the area. I have been going there for about 20 years since moved to Chicago. Even now I am not close to this restaurant...
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- Superb157 Reviews4.3
Tatsu Ramen House
2490 Bushwood Dr, Elgin, IL 60124Small place inside with a few tables but punching way above their weight in flavor and portion size. The gigantic Nagoya Ramen is no joke, this plate is...
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- Superb85 Reviews4.5
Street food kingz
1544 Fleetwood Dr, Elgin, IL 60123This is going on our list for our favorite spots! I am a garlic lover and they know how to season their food, amazingly! Portions are large and food is...
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- Superb40 Reviews5
Chicago Pizza Authority
1050 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120My wife and I order from CPA often and the customer service is always very friendly and very nice. Even the delivery drivers always have a smile while...
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- Good224 Reviews4.2
Lark & Owl Eatery
219 Walnut Ave, Elgin, IL 60123Believe it or not it's hard to find a good salad. I ordered the Greek salad and it was excellent. Big leafy greens with plenty of toppings and a...
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- Superb38 Reviews5
Paul's Family Restaurant
1300 Lawrence Ave, Elgin, IL 60123My son found this place years ago when he lived in Elgin with friends. What brought him in was the huge garden beside the restaurant. I had forgotten about...
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- Good206 Reviews4.2
Big Sammy's Hot Dogs II
2490 Bushwood Dr C, Elgin, IL 60124The restaurant is definitely perfect for something quick. I went here for the very first time, and the service was really fast. It is not only that, because...
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- Good179 Reviews4.2
Dutch Inn West
2288 Foothill Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Great Dive bar. Been there for years and years but has recently been updated. Great Staff. Nice friendly crowd, a good place for locals and you might actually...
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- Superb114 Reviews4.3
Hoppe's Tavern
1075 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120We stop by for a quick drink. The service was prompt and courteous and the bartenders would come often to see if we were all right. Great service but the...
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- Superb67 Reviews4.5
Taqueria Chapala
901 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120Is the best restaurant around here the portion of the food is really good the salsa guacamole the service is not good sometimes you got a good service...
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- Good153 Reviews4.2
American Restaurants
American in ElginAl's Cafe & Creamery
43 Dupage Ct, Elgin, IL 60120my dear readers around the globe, it is a great privilege to tell you about this great man who helped me over come the tragedy in my relationship, and how his...
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- Superb216 Reviews4.6
Bennigan's
495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Bennigan's Elgin IL. The last of the line in Illinois. They were a popular and good chain of restaurants at one time. In 2008, the company went bankrupt,...
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- Superb233 Reviews4.5
Alexander's Cafe
1725 N State St, Elgin, IL 60123Alexander's Cafe was okay but not great for us.Pros: country fried steak was excellent, portions were large, complimentary to go coffee, friendly...
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- Superb279 Reviews4.3
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in ElginChicago Pizza Authority
1050 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120My wife and I order from CPA often and the customer service is always very friendly and very nice. Even the delivery drivers always have a smile while...
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- Good224 Reviews4.2
Mel's Pizza
728 W Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60123Pizza is consistently good. Andy works his butt off and knows what he is doing. Chain places do not compare. Highly recommend. My husbands favorite is the...
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- Superb98 Reviews4.3
Nick's Pizza & Pub
990 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Great waitress. we had a table with 11 people... everyone was taken care of. Only issues were the pizza we ordered wasn't cooked to our liking. I...
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- Good251 Reviews4.1
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in ElginTaqueria Chapala
901 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120Is the best restaurant around here the portion of the food is really good the salsa guacamole the service is not good sometimes you got a good service...
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- Good153 Reviews4.2
La Casa de Pollo Asado
221 E National St, Elgin, IL 60120El mejor pollo asado en esta área.If you want great rotisserie chicken this is definitely the place to go. Cashier's are bilingual, prices are reasonable...
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- Good129 Reviews4.2
Taqueria y Antojitos TERE
1315 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120The best Mexican food I've ever had. 5 people ate 10 different dishes and we shared it all. Getting full was the only reason we did not eat more. Gonna...
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- Superb52 Reviews4.5
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in ElginGee N Jays
925 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Ok. Seriously the BEST Chinese food in the area ! like the entire Chicago Metropolitan area. I ordered a lil bit of everything..and ever dang thing was...
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- Superb157 Reviews4.3
Little Panda Chinese Restaurant
267 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Food is always tasty, and there's enough on the menu that you can try something new every time! There's plenty in even the smaller containers, enough...
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- Good130 Reviews4
Chan's Garden
788 S McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123As a regular customer I have never had a bad meal from Chan's Garden. Due to a family member's allergy we have to be careful with our food orders. ...
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- Good101 Reviews4
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in ElginJester's Fast Food
96 Tyler Creek Plaza, Elgin, IL 60123Really Like Jesters, food is really Good. I normally order the Italian Combo and last visit got the Oven Brown Potatoes which were very good indeed. I hear...
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- Superb172 Reviews4.5
Big Sammy's Hot Dogs II
2490 Bushwood Dr C, Elgin, IL 60124The restaurant is definitely perfect for something quick. I went here for the very first time, and the service was really fast. It is not only that, because...
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- Good179 Reviews4.2
Beef Shack
3145 US-20 #201, Elgin, IL 60124Big shout out to the staff at Beef Shack tonight. Friendly welcome. Helpful. Service with a smile and the cheesey beef on garlic and fries were exceptional...
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- Good162 Reviews4.1
Italian Restaurants
Italian in Elgin
Papa Saverio's Pizzeria
949 N McLean Blvd, Elgin, IL 60123This spot is my favorite. I go to a lot of restaurants but to this one I constantly return again and again. The crew is very affectionate and the food they...
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- Good12 Reviews3.3
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in ElginRed Poppy Bistro
109 E Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60120Went here tonight for their German themed dinner and it was awesome! Must have their Red Poppy cocktail, it was so good. Staff was amazing and attentive. Food...
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- Superb92 Reviews4.8
McAlister's Deli
1120 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60124Just had lunch here with the kids. Rueben sandwich was great. Had the Mac and cheese as a side, tasted great also. The tea was also good. Seemed reasonable...
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- Good161 Reviews4.1
Addy's Subs & Salads
4608 W Main St, Elgin, IL 60124My son and me stopped by for the first time, fantastic classic subs, we both loved. We got the spicy favorite. Would highly recommend, the bread really makes...
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- Good115 Reviews4.1
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Elgin
It's Just Wings
620 S Randall Rd S, Elgin, IL 60177- Delivery
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Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in ElginGrumpy Goat Tavern
875 Sports Way, Elgin, IL 60123So if I order a cocktail “neat” with rocks on the side I am sure he would charge again for the rocks. Better yet….just include...
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- Superb266 Reviews4.4
Dutch Inn West
2288 Foothill Rd, Elgin, IL 60123Great Dive bar. Been there for years and years but has recently been updated. Great Staff. Nice friendly crowd, a good place for locals and you might actually...
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- Superb114 Reviews4.3
Olde Towne Inn
412 Bluff City Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120Easily my favorite bar. The food is delicious, and the drinks are phenomenal. The prices are extremely reasonable too! And not to mention the extremely...
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- Good102 Reviews4.1