Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Niles

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1. Wildfire - Glenview

4.8

Exceptional(11078)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 41 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

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2. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(8130)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnwood

Booked 47 times today

Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.

3. Cafe Touche

4.8

Exceptional(1411)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Edison Park

Booked 7 times today

A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I

4. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3206)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 3 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

5. Stefani Prime

4.8

Exceptional(2283)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnwood

Booked 19 times today

Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.

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6. Bub City - Rosemont

4.6

Exceptional(2142)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rosemont

Booked 15 times today

Lettuce Entertain You's Bub City is Chicagoland’s destination for barbecue, whiskey and live country music and is open for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and late night dining. The Southern spot offers more than 150 different whiskeys from well-known and independent distilleries throughout the country, and live country music. Join us for happy hour weekdays from 3:00 - 5:00!

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7. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House - Des Plaines

4.8

Exceptional(2124)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Des Plaines

Booked 27 times today

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over 20 years after owners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo set out to open the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

8. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1737)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 9 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

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9. Sugar Factory - Rosemont

4.1

Excellent(5631)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rosemont

Booked 17 times today

Sugar Factory American Brasserie is a 9,000-square-foot space offering both sweet and savory American culinary classics to the MB Financial Park Entertainment District in Rosemont.Sugar Factory’s culture is a celebrated concept of food and drink menus that include perfectly executed classics, from eggs benedict and burgers to housemade flatbreads, savory steaks and pastas. Our more unique selections include Banana Split Crepes, Rocky Road Fondue and Red Velvet Pancakes. Sugar Factory also found a way to spike your favorite drinks by offering signature smoking candy goblets, and specialty martinis and cocktails, such as the Cotton Candy Cosmopolitan or Cherry Tootsie Pop. Creative candy inspired milkshakes and the famous King Kong Sundae round out Sugar Factory’s inspired menu.

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10. Nonna Silvias Trattoria and Pizzeria

4.7

Exceptional(1761)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Park Ridge

Booked 4 times today

Nonna Silvia's is a popular neighborhood restaurant nestled between Park Ridge and Edison Park. Family owned for 22 years, Chefs Steve Marti & John Giannini have been cooking authentic, regional Italian cuisine (from central Italy) since opening the restaurant. Inspired by and named after their grandmother, Silvia Giannini, Nonna Silvia's offers homemade pastas, fresh seafood, specialty pizzas, and a choice selection of local, Midwestern meats. We feature a collection of more than 60 wines (many of our wines are award-winning, Wine Spectator rated) from all over the world as well as craft beer and signature cocktails. Our restaurant has a warm and intimate Tuscan ambiance and a popular outdoor patio. Come and join us for a memorable meal and experience!

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Marianne
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We occasionally go to Wildfire in Glenview, Illinois. We have never had a bad experience there. The food is great, the service is great, there is no problem parking, we never wait when we get in, although we always make a reservation. Our most recent trip was for Thanksgiving and the meal was excellent. It is a must try restaurant for sure!
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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4.8
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Lindavip
Chicago / Illinois •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our favorite French restaurant and now our grandson loves it, too. The bread pudding is the ultimate comfort food!
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Cafe TouchePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Edison Park
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4.8
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Scottvip
Chicago / Illinois •109 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Always a great experience build on food, service, and ambience. The North Woods for the North Shore.
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L. Woods Tap and Pine LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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Megvip
Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Stefani Prime is fantastic. There were seven of us celebrating a birthday and we all agreed- the food was excellent, service was excellent and a great atmosphere. Great for date night as well as a night out with friends.
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Stefani PrimePrice: Expensive• Steak• Lincolnwood
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4.8
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kennethvip
Chicago / Illinois •112 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Appetizers- Shrimp and the crab stuffed peppers were amazingly good! Also, branzino and short ribs were delicious as well. We didnt like the special drink, but besides that the food was great. Service was on point as well. The only thing we dont like about Libertad is you come away smelling like the you were in the kitchen, because in a way you are. Restaurant needs to find a way to keep the smoke from the kitchen out of the restaurant. Dinner was also very pricey. But we will definitely go back
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LibertadPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Skokie
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4.7

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1. Wildfire - Glenview

2. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

3. Cafe Touche

4. Libertad

5. Stefani Prime

6. Bub City - Rosemont

7. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House - Des Plaines

8. EJ's Place

9. Sugar Factory - Rosemont

10. Nonna Silvias Trattoria and Pizzeria

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