Restaurants in Oak Park

“Drove 45 minutes and well worth the trip. I couldn’t choose…so I bought quiche, key lime, chocolate chess, chocolate cream and pecan pies. All fantastic, but the pecan is my absolute fave. Go here. Your taste buds will never forgive you if you don’t!”

“We were indifferent to Mora when it first opened several years ago. The food was ok but not great. We went back for the first time in years a few weeks ago and were absolutely delighted by everything. We returned on Sunday afternoon and continue to be bowled over inspite of the noisy laughter coming from a couple of women in a corner booth.”

“Food was very tasteful. Service a bit slow.”

“There's a reason the line here is sometimes half a block long. The scones and banana bread are out of this world but the Olive oil cake is among the tastiest things I've had. Regardless of the time of day or how crowded they are the staff is friendly and incredibly efficient. I've never had to wait on my order for more than a couple of minutes. Fantastic neighborhood gem!”

“Delightful food choices that are always tasty”

“Thoughtful staff. Very fresh ingredients. Amazing flavors! I loved the Al Pastor taco with the contrast of savory meat and sweet pineapple. The chicken taco was good too. The Tortilla Soup was a SURPRISE favorite. A messy first time for a churro, flower, and toasted marshmallow hot coco. Everything tasted so flavorful. Prices were reasonable.”

“Excellent food for dine in and creative, well presented catering service options. Karim worked with me to create a menu that our guests loved.”

“The Best Lox Bagel Ever !”

“Excellent food, great service, knowledgeable waitress”

“My toddler offered this review when she said the following after she took a bite of the tomato and basil scone, "Pizza! So yummy!"”

“Solid food every time! Had great risotto last night, their pastas are always good & great cocktails. Take home family meals are delicious and a lot of food for the money. Recommend!”

“Love this coffee shop! Easily some of the best lattes and staff in Oak Park.”

“Ordered for pickup over 5 times this year and all but one time it's been perfect! Their miso soup is also great with fresh ingredients added in. I don't even want to mention what happened that one time since they've gotten better since then.”

“Customer service is great. I had the roasted chicken and tamales. There were pieces of corn in every bite of the tamale, and the chicken was moist. Do not forget to try a margarita.”

“Kinslahger is like no other bar place / bar / local in the area. The lack of TV forces you to engage in conversation, and the staff are particularly helpful in steering patrons to choices they might not think of originally but end up appreciating. They’re a one-of-a-kind establishment with a one-of-a-kind staff, and you won’t be disappointed in your visit.”

“Great rooftop bar with good selection of drinks and tasty food. Great local option.”

“The restaurant was very nice. The food and drinks were tasty. The ribeye steak on the tostadas was a little chewy but the skirt steak was delicious. I mentioned that it was my best friend's birthday but there was no birthday mention at all and no dessert offered to her. I'm used to nice restaurants providing this type of service without question. I was disappointed!”

“Beautiful ambiance, attentive, friendly service and good food. Perfect place for family, friends and date nights. One of the Historic buildings in Oak Park.”

“Very good place to have dinner ! Nice art work to view on the wall and the tequila sunrise was super delicious & tall !”

“I love the taste of Thai food here and the warm service.”

“My time at Il Vicolo Trattoria was excellent! It only took a couple of minutes to find a table at 5 PM on a weekday, and the wait staff was friendly, attentive, and answered all my questions. Warm bread and water came quickly, and the food was worth the 15 minute wait. For the appetizer, I had a green salad, which was very fresh, and for the entree the spaghetti con vogole (with clams); it was cooked just right and seasoned well. I had the pistachio gelato for dessert, creamy and delicious. A very good way to end the dinner. Overall, I can’t say enough about this restaurant. It exceeded my expectations!”

“Blueberry Wine is awesome!!”

“is a good place for eat healthy.”

“We always enjoy visiting with Bill and enjoying their delicious dishes (especially those crazy good wood fire pizzas!) Amazing!”

“Very relaxing environment and excellent sushi choices. Great saki as well.”

“Pablo, our waiter, was exceptional. During our first visit here, he warmly welcomed us and showcased impressive knowledge of the menu, even extending to items not listed. He encouraged us to customize our meal to our liking, and he certainly delivered! For starters, we chose the grilled calamari and Rockefeller oysters. The calamari was tender and impeccably cooked, steering clear of the typical rubbery texture. Opting for balsamic instead of oil was a perfect choice. The oysters were superb, not overwhelmed with cheese. I ordered the veal picatta from the menu, expecting a thin slab, but was pleasantly surprised by the generous portion size. The angel hair pasta complemented the dish well, although I could have done without the mushrooms – a personal preference, which I should've mentioned. Nonetheless, if you're a mushroom enthusiast, they give you plenty. My boyfriend ordered off-menu, enjoying the Zuppe di Pesce with shrimp, clams, extra calamari, and rigatoni Diablo style in red sauce. It was absolutely amazing and satisfied his taste without being overly spicy. To accompany the meal, I had a glass of the house Chardonnay, which was light and buttery. Even my boyfriend, who doesn't typically drink wine, enjoyed it. Our heartfelt thanks to Pablo and the owner/chef Giovanni for an outstanding dining experience, both in terms of the meal and the service.”

“Great people. Food is so much better with the new chef. Only thing missing, nachos.”

“1st time here, It was a very nice experience, our server was great and the musicians were great too! The food was yummy! And the cocktails! I will recommend to my friends!”

“Wonderful food & service!”

“Great music and relaxing. Really nice”

“love the service and the Ice-cream yummy”

“Way better than what I expected. I might have had low expectations since it’s open 24 hours. The gauc was awesome! Steak burrito, can’t go wrong. An “Ol’ Reliable” going forward for sure”

“I got a pair of ice cream quarters on the take out right after walking my pup. And they told me to wait and arrived with this HUGE MOUNTAIN OF WHIPPED CREAM. I truly wasn't expecting it so I'm very grateful, you uplifting my day, and tbh my week. Here's a happy pup eating cream.”

“Best bakery ever!!! Absolutely everything is delicious!!!”

“The four of us had a great time at this local gem. We had curry with rice, drunken noodles, and two orders of “chef’s gone crazy”—the chef cooked whatever he wanted for us and they were both pleasant surprises! Everything was delicious, and I have to say that their 3/5 spice level is a pretty solid 3/5. You could definitely taste the spiciness, but it wasn’t the main star of the show. If you like your food spicy, I’d say even go higher.”

“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.”

“Was my first time walking in had beef, short ribs, mac & cheese Candi yam and a set of cabbage and it was absolutely delicious. The portions were just right, and I will be back again.”

“Amazing. No other words needed.”

“Been coming here for years, what I appreciate are the great bagels and the shmear. The only problem I have is over the years the price goes up and you get less… once this is fixed, will be coming back.”

“Always a great place to stop for quiche and coffee. ❤️❤️❤️”

“I’ve been going to Addis for the past 7 years and rarely skip a day… What drew me in was the very best tasting pour over that I’ve ever had and what keeps me coming back is the family feeling: from the friendly crew behind the counter to the local residents who make Addis a must have part of their daily routine, this place is well worth a try. I guarantee that once you try Addis coffee, their amazing waffles, avocado toast, Ethiopian chechebsa, turmeric lattes etc… you will be hooked!”

“I stopped in for brunch one morning and it definitely did not disappoint. Such a cute place with a great atmosphere. I love the way it is set up.
All of the staff was super friendly and made me feel welcome.
The food was amazing as well.
I will be back for sure”

“Best place ever! lived in this place as a kid. Come home a few times a year and this is always the 1st place i hit. Best food ever!”

“Good foods and good service, give it a five (5) ⭐️”

“First timer. Ordered take out. Good was ready in half the time. Easy pick up. Great quantity of food for the money. I had the make your own bowl and it was amazing, fresh, and tasty. We will definitely be a repeat customer.”

“Romantic environment, feel warm and cozy”

“the food was ok but it was cold not even warm for it to have been just cooked so lost my appetite did not eat”

“I am not vegetarian but I ALWAYS get the portobello sandwich (MulataBella) and lentil soup. My kids and I love the spinach empanada. Owner is a woman of color and an immigrant bringing her family’s Brazilian dishes to OP!”

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“The seasonal specials are not only creative but delicious! Tried the Carmel apple cider sundae. In a word fantastic! Worth the trip from Schaumburg! Fun atmosphere. Highly recommend. See you soon!”

“Awesome environment and favorite place to get tacos!!!”

“Great staff, quality product with less wait”

“Service is slow but these are the best tacos (and cheapest) I’ve ever had. Large selection of amazing flavors. And you can get 20 tacos and 8 wings for $25. These are worth the wait!”

“The food is really great and the people are so nice! The atmosphere isn’t exactly a 10/10 and service can be slow. Prices are very reasonable however and one of my favorite places to get thai”

“Amazing food, great service and people.”

“Amazing pasta and fast delivery 💯☺️”

“The front of the house staff and the food envisioned by Chef Laura and well executed by the talented kitchen staff are outstanding. Simply outstanding.simple yet intesting eats. Whitney is beyond attentive to his guests' beverage interests. "George" Harrison, Jack and the under 21 staff are eager, respectful, and engaging. What a treasure in this neighborhood spot, with beyond just the nearby geographically located closeby fan base. Who's going to gift me with a card to Kettlestrings Tavern for Christmas? "8 days a week" left until December 25”

“I've been going to Mickey for YEARS!!! Today I took my grandkids for the first time. They are very nice people with great service....and food!”

“I love this place... really good and fresh food��”

“Lots to offer, works to benefit the community”

“On Sundays, I love eating there after the church service when enjoyed eating different salads, pizzas and pastas..... especially drinking one of canned beers. I'm totally satisfied with one of Billy Bricks locations. Today, I had Baked Mostaccioli pasta and a can of Chicago Common beer.”

“Great place to meet for coffee or breakfast, one of the few places in Oak Park that are suitable for a business conversation. So many cafes are too small, too loud, or too inconvenient to get to/park. It's spacious and has lots of room between tables for privacy. Drink choices are creative. I had the turmeric latte and egg breakfast bowl and it was delicious, very filling and freshly made. It's not a super fast place though, so don't go if you're in a hurry.”

“One of the best things about this locally owned business, is that it is locally owned!
Everything you want in a wine store that you don't always find, a great selection, very knowledgeable staff, great accompaniments like snacks and gifts, and a nice clean place that is extremely welcoming.

It's a great place to stop in the summertime and enjoy a cold glass of white sitting on the patio and in the winter time enjoying a nice glass of red sitting in the tasting room. They have lots of things that are not easy to find and what you would consider a gem! They pride themselves on having a unique selection different from the big box shops!

There are price points for everybody and everybody will feel comfortable shopping here.

Did I mention these are local owners and they are in the store almost every day, a little gem in our town!”

“Sending a big shout out to all staff and the wonderful store manager “Ricky”. I’m so thankful for the warm and welcoming atmosphere everyone gave on top of the food being magnificently top tier delicious. Thanks for granting me the opportunity to film my podcast “takin my gworls out” that will soon be hitting all stream lines. The drinks were also amazing and super flavorful. Thanks over and over again for sharing this experience with me”

“Visited here for the first time this past week to study. I got the Vanilla Bourbon latte which was fantastic. The barista was so kind! She answered some questions I had and was so helpful. Great environment to get some work done.

I returned again with some friends yesterday and again had a very positive experience. My friend accidentally knocked over her drink, but it was the same barista as last time and she was extremely sweet about it and remade the drink. HIGHLY recommend. Clearly a lovely staff and a great establishment. :)”

“Best Carne Asada tacos around! Great food, and drinks; creative and very inexpensive for the quality. Those who complain it’s too expensive, need to get out of or go back to Taco Bell! Outstanding bang for your buck!”

“Awesome place!! I can't recommend this place high enough- super yummy food and very friendly staff!!”

“Great Tortas and friendly service.”

“omg just made my day. walk in and the music made me feel like i was home with my parents again. I so needed this. old times Singing to all the music. Plus my services was excellent . Food was great.”

“All food is pickup and go”

“Lea has great food and a nice vibe. Great spot to eat and meet in Oak Park!”

“Mama Thai was a lovely experience. I had the appetizer plate and the Pad See Eiw with shrimp and beef. Topped it with some peanut sauce, delicious! The service was great. And had a nice conversation with Ruti(sp?). She's a sweetheart 💓 Looking forward to returning.”

“Just had an amazing dinner! Soooooo good. A definite spot to stop in Oak Park!”

“I pre ordered a beef for pickup on your Buona App at 11:36 am and I got caught up with a lot of crap and did not show up until 8pm later that evening. The manager understood and made me a brand new beef with no extra charge. I love Your Beef and Other food that you have at the Oak Park Restaurant on North Ave. It is much better than the world famous Jonnies Beef which does not have the quality of Buona Nor the size and has gotten very expensive as each month goes buy. The restaurant is always clean and the staff has always been friendly. I have been going to Buona Beef for over 40 years. Thank You for everything you offer
Bill Dooley, Jr- Oak Park/Chicago”

“So happy we tried this. The wait staff was super upbeat as was the atmosphere. The owner was so kind & thanked us for coming. Definitely will be back to try more scrumptious food. Thanks for a great time. We left full and so happy”

“Highly recommended!! The food is amazing!!”

“Got take out here. Used to live near the Penny's in Chicago (Lakeview) and would frequently get take out there too. Pad Se Eu was good except the broccoli could have been a bit softer/more flavor, seemed as though it was added after everything else was cooked. The red curry was otherwise good.”

“The Ice Coffee is super better in the United States than in my country Ecuador, which is terrible, including the prices and sizes that do not match and high prices....”

“Great staff, quality product with less wait”

“Chicago Chicken and Waffles offers excellent cuisine, and the customer service was exemplary. Ms. Alicia, the young lady serving, demonstrated exceptional patience and kindness.”

“I love the taste of Thai food here and the warm service.”

“We were indifferent to Mora when it first opened several years ago. The food was ok but not great. We went back for the first time in years a few weeks ago and were absolutely delighted by everything. We returned on Sunday afternoon and continue to be bowled over inspite of the noisy laughter coming from a couple of women in a corner booth.”

“Best place ever! lived in this place as a kid. Come home a few times a year and this is always the 1st place i hit. Best food ever!”

“Best Carne Asada tacos around! Great food, and drinks; creative and very inexpensive for the quality. Those who complain it’s too expensive, need to get out of or go back to Taco Bell! Outstanding bang for your buck!”

“So happy we tried this. The wait staff was super upbeat as was the atmosphere. The owner was so kind & thanked us for coming. Definitely will be back to try more scrumptious food. Thanks for a great time. We left full and so happy”

“The waitress and manager were polite and accommodating. The food was great (especially the spinach topping on our pizza), and the manager noticed our pizza was slightly overcooked, offered us another one on our way out. I will definitely come again and finally try the deep dish!”

“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.”

“I love the taste of the thin crust.”

“Great vibe and good food lover of the crab legs”

“omg just made my day. walk in and the music made me feel like i was home with my parents again. I so needed this. old times Singing to all the music. Plus my services was excellent . Food was great.”

“Chicago Chicken and Waffles offers excellent cuisine, and the customer service was exemplary. Ms. Alicia, the young lady serving, demonstrated exceptional patience and kindness.”

“While the food was somewhat pricey, the ambiance was excellent, and the service was impressive. The staff demonstrated extensive knowledge of the menu and made great recommendations for appetizers, drinks, and ramen. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with family and friends.”

“Awesome environment and favorite place to get tacos!!!”

“Great food. Wait was reasonable as we went across the street for ice cream to pass time. Because it’s Chicago style pizza it takes a minute to cook, but the wait is more than worth it!”

“Best place ever! lived in this place as a kid. Come home a few times a year and this is always the 1st place i hit. Best food ever!”

“GREAT STAFF SERVICE THE FOOD WAS WELL COOK VERY CLEAN IT WAS MY FIRST TIME THERE ITS A COZY PLACE”

“The Best Lox Bagel Ever !”

“Sending a big shout out to all staff and the wonderful store manager “Ricky”. I’m so thankful for the warm and welcoming atmosphere everyone gave on top of the food being magnificently top tier delicious. Thanks for granting me the opportunity to film my podcast “takin my gworls out” that will soon be hitting all stream lines. The drinks were also amazing and super flavorful. Thanks over and over again for sharing this experience with me”

“Way better than what I expected. I might have had low expectations since it’s open 24 hours. The gauc was awesome! Steak burrito, can’t go wrong. An “Ol’ Reliable” going forward for sure”

“Food, service and experience was perfection!”

“The owners were in the shop so they were very opening and very intuitive about their products. They answered any questions I had and they were very phenomenal and explaining on which each individual item would do for your body as well I will be coming back and I recommend everybody to go there as their smoothies are phenomenal.”

“Friendly staff. All of the food is incredible. Get the Satay Skewers. They’ll knock your socks off. We got 1. Satay Skewers 2. Dumplings (pan fried) 3. Corn chowder corn bread 4. Tom Ka soup 5. Bahn Mi Updated from previous review on 2026-02-14”

“I've come here every few weeks since they opened for a loaf of sourdough - it's incredible, often still warm from the oven! They also have great baguettes in the afternoon, the coffee is high quality, and the pastries range from good to excellent. Cherry on top - the staff is kind, cheerful, and helpful.

I really like that they have a separate self checkout option for bread shoppers, it makes it easy to quickly pop in for a loaf even on a busy afternoon.”