New American Restaurants near Oak Lawn, IL

“Crowded bar but loved the atmosphere, wine samples and dinner. Great birthday.“

“The atmosphere is nice. The food and drinks are delicious and the service was on point.“

“Did a staycation for NYE and had brunch at South Side Social. The mimosas weren't bad and the buffet was somewhat limited. I want to visit again because their lunch/dinner meal has some appeal. They provide the food for the bar and the pizza and Buffalo shrimp were very good! We had extra cheese on the pizza but it wasn't necessary as the toppings were hearty and tasty. No food pics this time but I do want to revisit.“

“It is a beautiful venue that I have had many champagne brunches at for the past 20 years. The food and service is great. I knock a star because the gratuity is gigantic. On top of that the waitress was demanding for a large cash only tip. I understand policies and working to provide for your family. What I don’t understand is since when are the workers allowed to think that they are entitled to your bank account?! When you act like that you don’t get any tip from me. Usually, I have exceptional service and tip. Maybe attitudes are why the gratuity is automatically sky high these days.“

“Great food and Great service! Thank you for serving us through the Pandemic! You're much appreciated!“

“Oliver's is a MUST visit. I cannot emphasize what a lovely time my friends and I had. I cannot sing enough praises to the immense care and charismatic service provided. The space itself is beautiful and while it seats more than you'd think, there's a level of coziness and intimacy. The food is well prepared and delicious. With elevated dishes, I thought the menu offers flair and thoughtfulness. Amongst our group we had carrots, truffle gnocchi, burgers, chicken, milk and cookies, espresso martinis, and the milk punch. Not a single miss, we were all happy members of the clean plate club. I had a phenomenal experience at Oliver's and cannot wait for my next visit, I will certainly be back in the near future.“

“Absolutely delicious!! Can't wait to come back“

“The food was top notch and had an amazing fusion of flavor and creativity. The menu is eclectic but the taste of each item we ordered was out of this world. The warm mushroom salad was delicious as were the corn bread madeleines and bacon bimbop. The service was excellent. This was my first time here and I will be back.“

“Lisa was working tonight all on her own and she was phenomenal. She was so attentive and so kind. Her energy was so welcoming and refreshing. We came for a friend's birthday and she made the experience amazing and memorable 🩷“

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

“The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry was an amazing experience with something memorable around every corner. The Spider-Man exhibit was a lot of fun, and the storm and airplane simulations made the science feel hands-on, exciting, and real.

The human specimen exhibition was not something I am into but it is interesting.

Another major highlight was walking through the full-sized United Airlines Boeing 727. It was especially meaningful to learn that the aircraft honors Captain William Norwood, United’s first Black pilot, and reflects the important legacy of Black achievement and representation in aviation. We visited during a Black pilots convention in August, along with a pilot there for the conference, which made that connection even more powerful and inspiring.

This museum blends interactive science, history, innovation, and powerful stories in a way that keeps visitors engaged. Definitely a five-star visit and well worth the time.“

“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.“

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

“Catered Easter dinner from Bella Mia and everything was exceptional - the food and the wonderful customer service. We will definitely be ordering again.“

“The ambiance, friendly atmosphere, quirky and yet comfortable vibe as well as absolutely exceptional beers. From porters, sours and mixed drinks… sets the standard of what kind of brewery I want to be at.“

“Friendly and helpful staff“

“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 couldn’t find any other place with lamb chops like they cook them here. They’re so juicy and buttery good. I def recommend the food and the portions are up to par with price. I love the staff here they’re all so friendly, my waitress here was Jess, she’s such a friendly young lady. She’s attentive and she brought the food hot and ready, our drinks were amazing too! I love the customer service here. Over all good restaurant and staff. 10/10 would recommend. I can’t wait to bring my family again“

“This is a wonderful little restaurant. The prices are reasonable and the food is good.“

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

“If you care about people and food, this is the place. Great food created and served by great people. The folks delivering this experience outperform every time and every day. You can tell ownership cares and takes great pride in excellent food and service!🤩“

“Chicken Alfredo with a Cajun twist And also thanks to Britt with the awesome customer service“

“Thanks for the vegan offerings. My family and I enjoyed our meals very much. Super tasty!!!“

“Chris was a fantastic server.. He was absolutely phenomenal on the ball and had a great spirit about him .. the food is amazing.. Thanks Chris for making us feel like family.“

“This black owned business is officially now one of my favs!! From the exquisite watermelon steak to the fine wine & cocktail list…it’s a win win. Definitely Five Star ⭐️ you won’t leave dissatisfied.“

“Original Maxwell Street! Happy to report this was spot on! Took me back to my childhood! #ChiTown4Life ATL“

“We received magnificent 5 star service from Van-Lang Foods! Our delicious appetizers & decadent desserts were a huge hit at our Customer Appreciation Party! Vanessa from Van-Lang Foods made our appetizer and dessert tables so festive and fun! Thank you!“

“I've been here several times in the past and I really love their food selections. However this time the service was not very friendly and the booths are getting to look very shabby. They are stained and need to be reupholstered. Doesn't make me want to go there again any time soon“

“Thank you for help me Dr Zabaza #psychiczabaza“

“Food and drink- awesome - awesome!“

“Every was A1, from the hospitality to the Food My daughter might say something like it’s "bussin Bussin" 😂“

“All around great food, great atmosphere..“

“We recently visited for my bday on 5/31. The decor is beautiful and the service was stellar! Everyone was attentive and friendly. Our hibachi chef was amazing. He was extremely entertaining and super accommodating. He made our hibachi dinner experience the best we have ever had. The food was perfect and great portion sizes. My son even ordered Spider rolls and said they were amazing! My two teens and 1yr old enjoyed it immensely! Thank you all for the great celebration. We will be back for sure!!! Highly recommend to all!!“

“Good food, highly recommend“

“the salad is great my fevorite is the Greek salad“

“Went it for a loaded Bloody Mary. It was great. The people seemed really friendly (employees and customers)
The bathroom needs to be gutted. It’s terrible. I got water all over my self from something leaking. Looks like they have put 30 coats of paint over everything. It’s falling apart in there! The lighting in the bar was terrible. It literally feels like I’m in a dark basement. I would love to see this place get an over haul because it was great potential with the nice staff and great customers. Very very very welcoming!!“

“In Chicago for a quick trip for Steelers/Bears game, so glad we tried this place. All the Staff was so friendly, so helpful from the time we walked in the door. Best atmosphere, pizza, drinks and music. Wish I lived closer!!“

“Very clean bar. Italian beef sandwich and Sicilian pizza was delicious. Bar staff seems to be very friendly. There is quite a lack of parking at this facility. There was only three people in the bar. Went on a Monday before 4th of July 2024.

I did hear they have karaoke on the weekend so hopefully I'll be able to check that out very soon.

If you have an opportunity I would definitely check out Cuzin's.“

“I like this place-we came at 8:20 pm for a half hour or so of fun. Quick and simple. Ten minutes after arriving we were harassed about them closing at 8:50 pm. Website says 9. Literally reminded maybe ten times no exaggeration about them closing. We didn’t want to redeem tickets just play a few games. Very frustrating and ruined our short quick fun for my kid.“

“First time here and we had a great experience. Had wine tasting and a delicious meal served by a wonderful waitress. They have beautiful glass ware in the store as well as delicious wines to purchase. We will definitely come back again.“

“took the family here today! food was awesome , place was clean and the server was very friendly! we were very pleased and will be back“

“Great place to eat breakfast been eating at this place for years use to bring my son here on the weekend when he was younger and that's been over 20 years ago great food breakfast not sure if they sell anything else but I definitely love it still the same“

“I came twice on two separate occasions and the food was excellent both times. I’ve only had an Italian beef, and mozzarella sticks from here. The mozzarella sticks were ok, but they were cold when they got to me so I haven’t tried them fresh from the store. The Italian beefs never disappoint. I only come for a beef when I want a good one.“

“The service was good, the place was clean and cozy, the food was very good.“

“I very much recommend this place to go for dinner! It’s very nice and cool on the inside. Yummy food, great desserts, great staff. 10/10 rating.“

“David's Grill is a popular casual dining restaurant known for its hearty American-style meals and friendly atmosphere. The menu features a variety of dishes, including burgers, steaks, sandwiches, and seafood, often served in generous portions and cooked to order.

Customers often appreciate the welcoming staff and the comfortable, relaxed environment, making it a great spot for family meals or casual outings. The restaurant also offers daily specials, which add variety to the menu.

During busy times, there may be a short wait, but the quality of the food and attentive service make it worth it. Overall, David's Grill is a solid choice for satisfying, flavorful meals in a casual setting.“

“We took our 11 year old to celebrate his birthday at a restaurant with his name. He had a great time he got to play video games and git to meet the owner who told him his name is also Sebastian. The owner was so nice to my son and us. The food was great, the staff very attentive and very pleasant. Now let me tell you about the desserts they were so amazingly good. The churro cake, the cookie skillet and the warm chocolate brownie that the owner made for the bday boy was all fantastic. We will be coming back soon to try more of their food and drinks. This was our first time here and it definitely will not be our lasr. Thanks again for making it a little more special.“

“Awesome food and service!“

“I love this place and everyone who goes in there! Its a great atmosphere and everyone is super friendly.The service is amazing ! Best bar i've ever been to :) If your looking for a cold beer I suggest you go here ! Come see whats pApPeNiN at PApS ;-)“

“This place is the freaking BOMB!! The bar tenders are so on point and awesome that I wish I could stay there forever!! Go there or be square.“