New American Restaurants near Forest Park, IL

“Today was my 1st time there and food was really good. I had an Omelet, Pancakes and Hash with plenty to take home for later. My son enjoyed his food as well. We will definitely be back!💕“

“Great food, great service, a different game on each television“

“Been there twice still impressed with their excellent fast food and customer service. Very clean, beautiful, quiet and relaxing atmosphere. I’ve only been there in the mornings during the week so prob least amount of crowd.“

“I'm from Iowa, took a little weekend trip to Chicago. A friend told us we HAD to try Lula's. SO thankful we did. I will be traveling back to Chicago just to take my mom here. Outstanding service from every single employee, incredible food, and just overall 10/10. Absolutely recommend.“

“my best friend and I just had the BEST experience at the whale! Our waitress taylor was incredible and the manager (so sorry but we never got his name because he was just being so nice to us) was incredible as well. We will definitely return with friends and recommend anyone to try it out! classy, but not snobby, cool decor, warm kind and accommodating staff, and great food and cocktails are just the cherry on top! try the carrot cake after your meal :) Thank you again to taylor and the manager again <3“

“We’re huge fans of The Bear, which steered us here on our Chicago trip - so glad we found this place! We loved the mushroom adobo and longnanisa breakfast sandwich! The mango tarts were amazing, as were our lattes. We left with an apple hand pie to eat the following morning, which was still had perfectly crispy pastry. Definitely worth the hour wait to get in.“

“Great happy hour daily 5-6pm The burgers are so good !! Always fun“

“This place has a cool, hip vibe and it’s fun to eat at the communal tables. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great variety of beer and creative craft cocktails. Food is beautifully plated and delicious - make sure to try the potatoes, baby gem salad and hanger steak.“

“Amazing food. Great atmosphere. What more can be said?“

“Great variety and unique flavors. Great vibe.“

“Had our holiday celebration and had an extraordinary experience - great food and excellent service.“

“Service was amazing. The food was beyond great. The only hiccup was perhaps the world's loudest man dining next to us who would not stop speaking at a solid 10 at all times. Did not take away from anything in control of the restaurant tho. Thats how good of a time it was. But that guy sucks.“

“We rolled in as some sleeveless thirsty travelers late night on a Thursday. We were bathed in nonchalant hospitality. The quality of a bar can stand on the legs of a Strong menu but it’s only excellent when you have exceptional staff. The Scofflaw has the sauce“

“Fabulous as always A Chicago go to for me“

“This might be one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago. Not only because the food is delicious but the staff are the sweetest people in the world.

A special shoutout to Issac and the GM (I forget her name) for not only providing good service but providing it with a real heart and soul.“

“We had a delicious breakfast and the service was Excellent. Looking forward to coming back for lunch and mock tails.“

“Outstanding experience!!! Can not say enough about the entire staff from the front of the house to the back. Attentive and friendly. Food was excellent! Made our dining experience special and something we will continue to talk about! Excellent job to the entire team and I can't wait to come back!“

“Nice place, wonderful burger and good bar selection. Totally disagree with the credit card surcharge, though - no restaurant with $20 burgers should charge guests the comission!“

“Absolutely love Vistro! Amazing staff, delicious food, wonderful atmosphere, and superb customer service. It never disappoints!“

“Chicken is very delicious“

“I had a great time wine tasting here! We sat out on their patio, which was secluded and quiet. The perfect armosphere for a catch up with friends or a date night. The food is delicious too. My favorite was the shrimp ceviche. On Wednesdays, they do happy hour specials on tasting flights! I really enjoyed the Mediterranean white flight. Their broader wine list is also incredibly diverse, representing many regions and flavors. I’ll definitely be back!“

“We recently got married at The Elm this past weekend (10/13/2024) and can't express in words how satisfied we were with their service. Starting from the first day that we went to see The Elm we were treated with the upmost respect and professionalism. We had our ceremony in the Kensington room, and our reception in the Madison room. The atmosphere and vibe of both rooms was everything that we could hope for. The staff was incredible, the food/drinks were AMAZING, and our guests had nothing but positive feedback. WE HIGHLY RECOMMED THIS PLACE FOR A WEDDING AND/OR ANY OTHER EVENT.“

“I was looking forward to dining at Feld as it struck me as a restaurant with a distinct point of view. However, it fell well short of the admittedly lofty expectations I had set for it. My favorite part of the experience was the staff- everyone was passionate, genuine, and welcoming. The food had some really good moments throughout. I really appreciated the attempt at showcasing the season’s bounty in all its forms, even if it meant an inordinate number of dishes starring tomatoes. And overall, the food was tasty. Where it fell short to me was in the quality of the ingredients and in how they were presented. If you’re going to feature a thick slice of an heirloom tomato at this price point, it better come close to being the best slice of tomato that I’m going to ever eat. Unfortunately, it didn’t come anywhere near. Same for the other fruit on offering- I’ve eaten better berries and melon bought from Whole Foods. That being said, the different preparations of corn were delightful. The plating was very hit or miss. And while I appreciated ending the meal by the backyard fire pit, I think the garden variety s’more offered was a missed opportunity to end with something more interesting. Overall, I liked Feld but didn’t love it. The price point is too steep for its current iteration. I think there is a lot of potential here but also a lot to sort through.“

“Wow, this place is AMAZING? Great service, hopping atmosphere, and every single one of our dishes were delicious. We will be making this establishment a regular breakfast place during our Chicago visits! Food ordered was: Breakfast burrito Croissant Sandwich Buttermilk pancakes with a side of crispy bacon!“

“Amazingly delicious food and drinks! Our waiter, Colin, is the best and the added bonus is that he looks like Adam Ruzek (Patrick Flueger) on Chicago PD.“

“We dined at Topaz in August 2024 and had a wonderful experience. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming. We were seated in a comfortable booth. A special mention goes to our server, Sasa, who was incredibly attentive and provided great suggestions. He even surprised us with complimentary limoncellos, which were absolutely delicious. For appetizers, we had the grilled octopus and hummus—both prepared to perfection and bursting with flavor. For the main course, we chose the Dover sole and Amish chicken. These dishes were exceptional and stood out as some of the best we've ever had. The potatoes served with the sole were also a delightful surprise. Portions were generous, and the prices were quite reasonable considering the quality and quantity of the food. We highly recommend Topaz and will definitely be returning!“

“100 o/o recomended and friendly ☺️super yummy 🤤“

“This is the place to go if you’re looking for a delightfully creative cocktail list and scrumptious food options. We hit this place for brunch and were not disappointed. We had the burger, sausage, jam and egg sando on a milk bun, the earl grey cinnamon (it comes warm by the way), fried potatoes and the matcha raspberry GF cake and Bloody Marys. All of it I would order again with the exception of the GF situation.
The vibe is amazing, loved the design and the service was spectacular.“

“We had my daughter’s bridal shower in the garden area. Everyone who attended couldn’t say enough about the venue and what a special day it was for them! That was so pleasing to hear that not only was it a special day for my daughter, but for the guests as well! The atmosphere was so warm and inviting and the service was outstanding! I can’t say enough about our time spent at Chief O’Neils. Thank you for providing such a lovely space. I highly recommend this venue!“

“This place is a gem!! Would highly recommend to any of my friends and will definitely be going back. Amazing food and service. Relaxing, beautiful atmosphere outside on the deck. I’ve lived in Chicago, NYC, and LA and this is one of my favorite places.“

“Had a great dining and drinking experience here today. The bartender/waiter was phenomenal. Very friendly, very professional, made great recommendations for drinks and food. I haven’t been here in years, but I will definitely return soon.“

“I had a last-minute gathering and wanted to make sure I had great food for my guests, so I reached out to Krave Catering. From the moment I sent my inquiry, they were incredibly responsive. They took my order right away and had everything delivered straight to my home.

I was truly blown away by the level of customer service, attention to detail, and overall experience. I’ve catered for larger events before, so I knew what to expect—and Krave exceeded my expectations!

I will absolutely be using Krave as my go-to catering from now on, whether it’s a large event or a small gathering. Their menu has everything and anything I could want to serve, and their eagerness to provide excellent service really stands out.

Thank you, Krave, for making my last-minute gathering so easy and stress-free! ❤ Highly recommend“

“Dance vibes and good food.. recommend the fish tacos“

“Great service and even better food! 10 out of 10 all around! When you go ask for Josh!“

“Never had a bad meal! One of our staples. Love the Red Velvet pancakes, deconstructed lobster eggs Benedict and white chocolate pretzel pancakes!!!“

“The best octopus we’ve had in a long time. You can definitely tell the chef takes pride in everything he puts out. We were in a rush and they quickly got us in and out and onto our next party with tequila shots. Thank you again for a lovely evening we will definitely be back!“

“Been there several times since opening during the week and this past Sunday, took our grandson which was home from college , he loved it too, invited a good friend from church will be there Wednesday. Check it out proud to say its in our neighborhood.“

“Wow, this place is AMAZING? Great service, hopping atmosphere, and every single one of our dishes were delicious. We will be making this establishment a regular breakfast place during our Chicago visits! Food ordered was: Breakfast burrito Croissant Sandwich Buttermilk pancakes with a side of crispy bacon!“

“Parachute is one of my top ten favorite restaurants I’ve ever been lucky enough to enjoy! I think a lot about Chef Kim’s gem lettuce and fish sauce salad, I still Remember it four years later! I can’t wait to go back and to check out Wherewithall!!“

“Ari is an incredible chef! it was so cool to get to watch him work and watch the way these plates are crafted to perfection. I’m officially a duck girl and this place freaking rocks. unpretentious, honest mastery. And Miguel was such a kind and attentive server. We’ll be back! (sit at chefs counter if possible)“

“Solid drinks and food. Lots of parking and very close to the expressway. This maybe the best place to met if your on the North shore and want to meet up with friends and family on their way downtown or way up north. Nice staff who keep it lively without being overbearing.“

“My flight got canceled so it was the end of a long day when I finally made it to the Hilton Garden Inn, but the service at the hotel was great and the Cobb salad at the restaurant tasted like I had just picked everything fresh from the garden. Definitely stay here again!“

“Popped in for the first time. Sandwich was amazing. Great place for holiday shopping too - wine, cheeses, snacks, gourmet chocolates. Wine selection looked fun. Will order again!“

“Pauline’s is one of Chicago’s beloved neighborhood breakfast institutions, where generous portions, warm hospitality, and classic American comfort food have kept locals coming back for years. From fluffy pancakes and hearty omelets to their famous Pauline’s potatoes, every meal is made to satisfy. With its charming, eclectic atmosphere and welcoming, family owned feel, Pauline’s proves that great breakfasts are about more than just the food they’re about creating a place that feels like home. ☕🥞🍳“

“We had a delicious takeout brunch. The steak and eggs were so flavorful and the chilaquiles were exactly how I like them. The cinnamon roll was an extra special treat. The food tasted just as good as in the restaurant. A great option for takeout!“

“Let me paint you a picture. I walked into this bar having a down day thinking nothing special could come of this day. I could not be more wrong. I walked inside and immediately felt like i was at home. Josh called me an idiot for not knowing what i wanted to drink then proceeded to lay down the nastiest tubes north avenue has ever seen. Ffs pay this man whatever he wants“

“Great space, food and staffing. Intentional and reward project worthy of your patronage.“

“Best Roast Chicken you'll ever have. Unbelievable“

“The service was quick. Food was delicious. Smoothie was fantastic! Definitely will return.“

“I loved this place! The Cinnamon Roll Waffles and the Ham and Cheese Omelette were absolutely amazing! The staff was great as well. I will definitely go back when I'm in town again.“