The Little Gem Restaurant
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- Charming
- Neighborhood gem
- Good for special occasions
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesContemporary American, Bistro, European
- Hours of operationLunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Bar + Lounge Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Phone number(708) 613-5491
- Payment optionsAMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Executive chefJonathan Vukelich
- CateringOur Wonderful Chef Loves to Cook!<br />We can cater events up to 100 Guests On + Off Premises<br />Menus offer Hot + Cold Appetizers, Entrees and Desserts.<br /><br />Select Canapes, Hors d'oeuvres, Cheese Boards, Fresh Fruit, Charcuteries, French Crudite's and more.<br />Fresh Seafood : Beef : Pork : Poultry : Vegetarian : Vegan : Gluten Free.<br />Email today us for more info
- Private party facilitiesUnique, Customized, Party Packages Available in Little Gem + Right Next Door in Encore! by Little Gem. (A Beautiful Party Private and Events Space).Dining : Dancing : Cocktails : Live Music : Formal Dinners : Casual Mixers This Elegant Little Gem is Perfect for Any OccasionParties Fully Customizable to Suit Your Vision, Our Food is Delicious!
- NeighborhoodOak Park
- Cross streetLake St.
- Parking details$1 for 1 Hour Metered Street Parking Also two parking lots on this blockFree Street Parking after 8:00pm and Free on Sundays!
- Public transitGreen Line Train Harlem Stop just 2 blocks awayBus Transportation along Lake Street, Harlem Avenue Junction is just a Block away.
- EntertainmentLive Jazz : Vintage Jazz Recordings : World Music : Euro Instrumentals
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
DATE NIGHT Dinner For 2 W/Bottle of Wine 3 Courses
$99.00 per party
Multiple dates availableDATE NIGHT Dinner For 2 W/Bottle of Wine 3 Courses Friends or Loved Ones ~ Our Superb 3 Course Date Night Menu is Delicious and Comes with A Bottle of Wine. $99 Per Couple. Select : 1 Appetizer, 2 Salads, 2 Entrees and 1 Dessert. Wine options: California Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, French Chardonnay, Rose or Italian Pinot Grigio. Available Sunday thru Thursday in Little Gem Cafe and Encore! by Little Gem.Valentines
$85.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 onlyCelebrate Valentines in a Warm, Romantic and Elegant Setting, Right Here in Downtown Oak Park. The Little Gem Restaurant and Encore! by Little Gem 4 Course Menu with Dessert. $85 per person Exclusive of Tax and Gratuities.
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What 1,162 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4.7Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.4Value
Noise • Moderate
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Best Service
Near West
Great for brunch
Near West
Romantic
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Good for special occasions
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James
VIPChicago
9 reviews
5.09 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Cindy
Chicago
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Luwanda
Chicago
1 review
5.01 review
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Steven
VIPChicago
13 reviews
3.013 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 4
- Service 1
- Ambience 4
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Iris
Chicago
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on January 25, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Noreen
Seattle
5 reviews
5.05 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Mamadou
Chicago
3 reviews
5.03 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Heidi
Cincinnati
12 reviews
5.012 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Linda
VIPChicago
4 reviews
4.04 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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Kevin
VIPChicago
44 reviews
5.044 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
The Little Gem Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (708) 613-5491.
The Little Gem Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1162 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
189 N Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60301
Dining areas
Additional information
- Cross streetLake St.
- NeighborhoodOak Park
- Hours of operationLunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Happy Hour Tue–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–6:30 pm Bar + Lounge Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
- Price$31 to $50
- CuisinesContemporary American, Bistro, European
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeSmart Casual
- Parking details$1 for 1 Hour Metered Street Parking Also two parking lots on this blockFree Street Parking after 8:00pm and Free on Sundays!
- Public transitGreen Line Train Harlem Stop just 2 blocks awayBus Transportation along Lake Street, Harlem Avenue Junction is just a Block away.
- Payment optionsAMEX, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefJonathan Vukelich
- EntertainmentLive Jazz : Vintage Jazz Recordings : World Music : Euro Instrumentals
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(708) 613-5491
- CateringOur Wonderful Chef Loves to Cook!<br />We can cater events up to 100 Guests On + Off Premises<br />Menus offer Hot + Cold Appetizers, Entrees and Desserts.<br /><br />Select Canapes, Hors d'oeuvres, Cheese Boards, Fresh Fruit, Charcuteries, French Crudite's and more.<br />Fresh Seafood : Beef : Pork : Poultry : Vegetarian : Vegan : Gluten Free.<br />Email today us for more info
- Private party facilitiesUnique, Customized, Party Packages Available in Little Gem + Right Next Door in Encore! by Little Gem. (A Beautiful Party Private and Events Space).Dining : Dancing : Cocktails : Live Music : Formal Dinners : Casual Mixers This Elegant Little Gem is Perfect for Any OccasionParties Fully Customizable to Suit Your Vision, Our Food is Delicious!