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- OTOpenTable DinerChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoIt's always a good vibe! Highly recommend the shrimp for appetizers and egg roll.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Oak Park, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Oak Park•4.5
- JJanvipChicago / Illinois •18 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat food as always..wait staff are courteous and professional. They provided special attention to the gluten free needs of someone in my party.More infoPiacere MioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Forest Park•4.8
- AAntoinetteChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 15, 2024Great food and drink ! We went on karaoke night. Great time we enjoyed ourselves!More infoS2 City Grill & Daiquiri Bar - MaywoodPrice: Moderate• American• Berwyn•4.1
- LLeslieChicago / Illinois •9 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024Loved being there to help Maya celebrate 17 years as a local restaurant. Good food and drinks. Raul and Josh were attentive. One of our group’s favorite local restaurants.More infoMaya Del SolPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Oak Park•4.8
- BBryanaChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Sep 13, 202410/10 Stars When I first arrived to the restaurant I was greeted by the hostess who had a great personality. Upon being seated I was immediately greeted by my server who suggested her favorite meal which was the lamb chops with mashed potatoes. My meal was cooked to perfection and the service was excellent. I enjoyed the ambience and great music!More infoThe View RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Riverside•4.3
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