Restaurants in Oak Park

“The Best Lox Bagel Ever !”

“Delicious breakfast sandwiches, great coffee, friendly staff. I enjoyed the experience and will definitely be back”

“OMG WOW! Amazing bakery! I go to tons of bakeries & I think this is the best one in Oak Park & one of the best in Chicagoland! I LOVED everything I tried from the cookies, to muffins to scones. Super high quality & extremely fresh products. Some of the pastries were still warm from the oven as I got there right at 8 am when they open. Even then, there was a little line out the door. Many people got coffee drinks but I didn’t this time. They also have $2 wonky cookies (just weirdly shaped cookies) that are a great deal. I tried: chocolate chip cookie, banana bread, vegan chocolate muffin (extra delish), goat cheese chili scone (excellent) & the wonky birthday cookie (amazing & buttery - melts in your mouth). Can’t wait to go back & try other things! Please note the place is tiny with only a few tables & chairs & there’s metered street parking so I took my order to go.

10.25.24 update: the kale salad done is truly amazing! The toasted coconut cake was sooo good and the chiffon cake was delightful. The savory corn biscuit was good but I preferred the scone, which is totally worth traveling for.”

“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!”

“I’ve come here a few times now since they opened and I can confidently say it’s some of the best Japanese food I’ve ever had. There takoyaki especially is the best in the city, probably in the Chicago area in general. I’ve had both their spicy tonkatsu ramen and black garlic ramen and the black garlic is my favorite of the two but they’re both very good. My wife tried their lunch special recently and was a huge fan. I’m hoping to come here for years to come so do yourself a favor and give them a try.”

“Me and the wife had dinner her for our anniversary. Nice atmosphere. Nice Latin music to match. Brussel sprout appetizer was superb. I had a wood fired ribeye steak. It was good but I had to say I was expecting it to be better. My wife had the Pescado(fish fillet) and she said it was good as well. I don’t trust my wife much when it comes to fancy food cuz she’s a picky eater and is more a burger, pork chop or fish fry kind of gal. Overall it was a very nice dinner for both of us and wouldn’t mind coming here again.”

“Delicious food. They have bottomless mimosas. Outside seating. Small inside though.
Everything we had was delicious!
Steak sandwich, huevos con chorizo, steak with chiliaquilles, al pastor tacos, and a couple other tacos. [They messed up one but it was still good]”

“Excellent food, great service, knowledgeable waitress”

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“Delightful food choices that are always tasty”

“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.”

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

“Whirlwind has become the primary place I get coffee now. In addition to loving the flavor I can’t help loving the business model. So wonderful ❤️❤️❤️”

“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!”

“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.”

“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!”

“Blueberry Wine is awesome!!”

“food is always good here. staff is friendly and helpful”

“is a good place for eat healthy.”

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

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

“A chill place to enjoy a brew and relax. Love the fact that there aren't any TVs so you may actually have to talk to the person next to you. Food menu is limited to homemade pretzels (which are great) but you can order out if the mood should strike you. Staff is always nice and laid back. Of course the beer is top notch focusing on old school styles (no hazy IPAs here!).

Been a fan for a long time and will continue to be as long they brew up some great beers and great conversation.”

“The food was really delicious and it is a big plus being able to get healthy, vegan choices that taste good. Everything we had was amazing!! I so recommend it if you want to eat healthy or just introduce yourself to healthy choices. Our server also was so nice!”

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

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

“Great rooftop, incredibly kid / family friendly with attentive and very friendly service. There's something for everyone on the menu be it food or beverage too!”

“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.”

“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”

“Picked up a chai latte and some snacks for the family. My drive through experience was quick and our order was on point. This place has an OG DD vibe. I can’t speak to the interior, I didn’t have the chance to check it out but I did see customers entering by foot.”

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

“I recommend all the sides; the smoked turkey wing is my favorite!!! the peach cobbler is very delicious 💙🧡 Anyone who wants authentic soul food, needs to order from Passioneatz Soulfood Express very very delicious~”

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

“After hearing great things, I finally had a chance to eat at Thai Neighbor. Let me tell you, I have never felt so welcome in a restaurant ever. Food is incredible and it is run by the most lovely people.

Everything was excellent. Way above and beyond my expectations. Run, don’t walk, to Thai Neighbor next time you’re looking for a good meal.”

“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!”

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

“I've been here a few times, and each time I come back to the restaurant, it feels like I'm back in Italy! The food is outstanding and the staff is incredible. Whether you dine inside or outside, it's just as good. Great restaurant for date night or going with the family! It's a new all-time favorite without question.

Cin cin ??”

“what a great coffee shop!! I am visiting from Portland, OR and obviously have an obnoxious pretention about coffee... Vigo coffee is absolutely great. I've been looking for a good coffee shop to work from in oak park and this exceeds expectations. the coffee is SO GOOD, and I absolutely love that this coffee shop is set up as the most comfortable co-working space + art gallery (?!??!!). as if it couldn't get any better, we absolutely love the authentic Mexican culture and flavors available here. really great selection of savory and sweet baked goods that will keep you full and focused all day. I will definitely be back here to work whenever I'm in oak park.

Vegetarian options: lots of savory and sweet baked options that will sustain you.

Kid-friendliness: lots of games available meant for little ones, like guess who, connect 4, Jenga and uno!”

“my kids are probably the PICKIEST eaters in all oak park and they LOVE the cheese empanadas. this says a lot to our family.lol”

“Hacienda Memos Taco Tuesday dinner didn't disappoint. Simple Mexican menu with a touch of Italian for the neighbors... $1.00 tacos, weren't skimpy. Choice of meat with cilantro and onions. Had them to go and are a great family friendly restaurant. The rojo salsa is the bomb ??? #carneasada #chorizo #alpastor #discada”

“Romantic environment, feel warm and cozy”

“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!”

“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 just tried a mini pumpkin pie that was served at a wedding a few days ago. The pie was delicious and the crust was still flaky and perfect - and that’s after a few days! I can’t wait to take my family to the shop. As a mother to a daughter with Down Syndrome, I absolutely love supporting businesses like this. Thank you for creating job opportunities for people like my daughter!”

“I’m really impressed with this place. Salads are perfect, New York style Pizza Pie”

“I'm a regular customer here. My to-go order is always the grilled chicken salad. Some days, they hook it up with the amount of salad & chicken... other days they don't.

That's not the moral of this story.

I would like to shout out the employee Kali H, who usually takes the orders and charges at the window. Every time I get my order taken from Kali, I can't help but notice that he's very professional and attentive. I've had other employees who annoyingly ask me to repeat my order 2-3 times. However, Kali has never had any issues taking my orders in the past and present. Even during rush hour, which is typically when take my lunch break (not by choice), I notice that the overwhelming amount of customers inside the restaurant & at the drive-thru doesn’t faze Kali. His customer service skills shine. True leadership qualities.

To management at this Oak Park buona location: you've got a great employee working with you. To Kali, your hard work is noticed and appreciated, from the perspective of a regular customer like myself. Thank you!”

“Being greeted with a smile & friendly customer service is a perfect start to any day!!! 😎”

“I enjoy a Beach Club here about once a month. Staff is always friendly and the facility is always clean. I always take out, I don’t know about their delivery service. Couple parking spots in the back of the building although they’re often full.

Parking: There is typical city street pay parking and a few spots behind jimmy John’s. The spots behind are usually full during busy hours but i get an open spot all the time during non peak hours.

Kid-friendliness: The food and environment are perfect for kids.”

“The customer service was great my food was nice and hot and they had shakes love it 🥰 I was a happy customer today team work was performed great on the scale 0-10 I rate y’all a 10👍🏽”

“Everyone at this location was kind and rrespectful. My son messed up on giving his order and Patrick had a new sandwich made for him in no time. Really appreciate all their efforts!”

“The Lattes and pastelitos were delicious!”

“They don't have vegan cream cheese, but do have plant-based milks: oat, almond, and soy. The Greek yogurt on the avocado toast was creamy deliciousness. The cold brew was EXTRA strong!”

“I came here with my mom today for lunch, and we were both pleasantly
surprised. We liked the cute atmosphere ,the cleanliness, and most importantly, the food!!! We got the lunch specials! It includes an appetizer/soup/main meal. It was a great price for great food!!! We will definitely be back here again soon.”

“First time customers today. Food was delicious. Served w warm salsa and chips. Steak tacos and barbacoa tacos, yummy! Gentleman at counter very nice. Very cute place. We will be visiting again to try something different. I recommend! Enjoyable dinner.”

“Wonderful waitress. Rafaella. Comfort food. Met George, the Greek owner. Nice, a bit grumpy. Very organized. Will be back.”

“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!”

“Great Tortas and friendly service.”

“Huge fan. As Americanized Thai places go this is tops. When I order spicy, I get it. I enjoy their take on salmon nicoise, with a beautiful dressing. The curries are very good. I would like to know if there is a hidden menu where unamericanized Thai exists.

Vegetarian options: You can get almost dish vegetarian”

“Great staff, quality product with less wait”

“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.”

“Update: We decided to visit again and they packed the tacos! The flavor was phenomenal and we were happy. This is still our go-to taco place. It’s not just “I want their street tacos” it’s “I crave their street tacos!”
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On Wednesday, 12/4/24 I went with my boyfriend to get tacos, we are consistent customers (true regulars) that come 4-5 times a month because they always load up the tacos perfectly. I don’t know if they changed chefs or what, but this time it was nearly half the amount we normally get. Next time, if it’s the same, unfortunately we can’t justify the price we pay for the street tacos for that amount of food. I hope to see it change back!”

“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.”

“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!”

“Amazing pasta and fast delivery 💯☺️”

“Great staff, quality product with less wait”

“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!”

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

“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.”

“The pizza was fantastic—well-made and full of flavor, showcasing their high-quality service. We waited 30 minutes for our order since the dining area had a 2-hour wait, but it was worth it. Great choice for authentic Chicago deep dish!”

“The Best Lox Bagel Ever !”

“Chicken and gravy was delicious!! Cornbread a little dry. Overall good food”

“This was my 1st time going here and I like it. My recommendation is that they find a better or another way to serve the soup hot not room temperature.

Kid-friendliness: Yes

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes”

“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.”

“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”

“Delicious breakfast sandwiches, great coffee, friendly staff. I enjoyed the experience and will definitely be back”

“OMG WOW! Amazing bakery! I go to tons of bakeries & I think this is the best one in Oak Park & one of the best in Chicagoland! I LOVED everything I tried from the cookies, to muffins to scones. Super high quality & extremely fresh products. Some of the pastries were still warm from the oven as I got there right at 8 am when they open. Even then, there was a little line out the door. Many people got coffee drinks but I didn’t this time. They also have $2 wonky cookies (just weirdly shaped cookies) that are a great deal. I tried: chocolate chip cookie, banana bread, vegan chocolate muffin (extra delish), goat cheese chili scone (excellent) & the wonky birthday cookie (amazing & buttery - melts in your mouth). Can’t wait to go back & try other things! Please note the place is tiny with only a few tables & chairs & there’s metered street parking so I took my order to go.

10.25.24 update: the kale salad done is truly amazing! The toasted coconut cake was sooo good and the chiffon cake was delightful. The savory corn biscuit was good but I preferred the scone, which is totally worth traveling for.”

“Staff were wonderful and the pizza is AMAZING. I especially loved the traditional crust. It’s a great neighborhood pizza and Italian place where everyone feels like family”

“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!”

“First time customers today. Food was delicious. Served w warm salsa and chips. Steak tacos and barbacoa tacos, yummy! Gentleman at counter very nice. Very cute place. We will be visiting again to try something different. I recommend! Enjoyable dinner.”

“Great food and awesome service”

“is a good place for eat healthy.”