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Khyber Pass
Category:
Quiet
1031 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
Khyber Pass my favorite Indian restaurant in Chicago, and the only Zagat rated one I am aware of. ...
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Khyber Pass my favorite Indian restaurant in Chicago, and the only Zagat rated one I am aware of. In my experience, the staff warms up if you visit there often - they are extremely proper and polite people, who are tremendously considerate. I think the maitre d' looks like Sinbad The Sailor?s older brother, don't you? Sinbad is a swarthy and handsome man.
Now, about the food.
If you cannot decide what to order, have the buffet - all of the right paneers are present and accounted for, along with the curry dishes, saucy sauces and great soups. Tandoori chicken with lemon wedges and onions are brought to every table, for whoever orders the buffet (and so are warm papadums). The Saag Paneer is perfect - the right amount of spicy and smooth. The samosas are always great but I favor their vegetable fritters because the crunch is perfect, never soggy or overcooked. Good chutney - you'll like it. Personally, I would walk on broken glass for their Rogaan Josh (lamb curry). If you don't order the buffet, and pick from the menu, you will love yourself for being so clever. Have the fish curry from the menu - it?s a light filet on the mild side, with a hint of sweetness. The assorted breadbasket is nice, too. Plenty to share and that's the point - it's about sharing at Khyber Pass. I never visit in a party of less than three. We linger over Kingfishers, watch the belly dancers (kids love that part) and then make room for the mango ice cream and rice pudding.
Khyber Pass is inexpensive. The decor is better than most. Cliched, a little? You bet. Is there something wrong with that? Smile, eat up, and enjoy yourself once in a while!
Pros: Lots and lots of great food, and quick service.
Cons: I smell like curry when I leave.
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Mama Thai
Category:
Local Favorite
1112 Madison St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60302
Was best Thai I've ever had and great service
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Was best Thai I've ever had and great service
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Erik's has been serving excellent satisfying sandwiches for years. Its sandwiches aren't for...
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Erik's has been serving excellent satisfying sandwiches for years. Its sandwiches aren't for those interested in low-fat, low-carb diets, but they are delicious. There is also a bountiful salad bar. Erik's is self check-out, bring a number to your table, and a server will bring you your meal type of place. Don't forget the free chips bowl by the check-out! On the family-friendly aspect, children can roam freely in the restaurant and are given crayons and paper to play with. All-in-all, you can save on tips and enjoy a great meal with you family at Erik's.
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Flat Top Grill
Category:
Restaurants
726 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
(708) 358-8200
Awesome food! You put together your meal and they cook it and bring it to you. Prices are great....
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Awesome food! You put together your meal and they cook it and bring it to you. Prices are great. Small and cozy but great place!
Pros: you make the meal
Cons: non
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They have wonderful pasta and a terrific all-you-can-eat salad bar! I love it! :)
1 year ago
They have wonderful pasta and a terrific all-you-can-eat salad bar! I love it! :)
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Grape Leaves
Category:
Middle Eastern Restaurants
129 S Oak Park Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60302
Grape leaves has delicious middle eastern food. The atmosphere is small and cozy. The combination...
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Grape leaves has delicious middle eastern food. The atmosphere is small and cozy. The combination plate is amazing, it comes with hummus, falafel and babaganoush. I would also try the chicken kabob dinner. The food is exceptional.
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Petersen's is in my oppinion the greatest ice cream in the world. It has been a Chicago land and...
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Petersen's is in my oppinion the greatest ice cream in the world. It has been a Chicago land and especially an Oak Park/River Forest institution since 1919. Their product is simply much richer and more flavorful than anyone around. Oberweis Dairy is good, but Petersen's blows them away when it comes down to pure taste. Also, a lot of people have said that Homer's in Wilmette is good, however I find their ice cream to be too icy and less creamy than Petersen's. My only complaint is purely cosmetic. The ice cream parlour could use a facelift, but as long as the ice cream is this good, I don't care!
Pros: Rich, creamy, classic
Cons: NONE!
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Petersen Ice Cream Co
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
1100 Chicago Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60302
(708) 386-6130
There are two words in the English language that could send me into a state of frenzied...
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There are two words in the English language that could send me into a state of frenzied excitement. Those two words would be ICE CREAM. If only this place would serve my other favorite word, PIZZA, then I would be in Heaven. This is a very cool and popular place in Oak Park. They have that old fashioned appeal, friendly servers and some good ice cream and sundae creations. They also serve food, but who needs food when you have ice cream!
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Al's Grill
Category:
Restaurants
1100 W Madison St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60302
I moved just down the street from Al's Grill and by my 3rd visit I was considered a regular. The...
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I moved just down the street from Al's Grill and by my 3rd visit I was considered a regular. The food comes hot and fast and the setting reminds me of a simpler, friendlier time where people know your name. I bring all my out of town guests here for breakfast/lunch and all agree that it's a nice little place on Madison Ave.
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Cafe Winberie
Category:
Family Restaurants
151 N Oak Park Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
Each of us tried a salmon dish: salmon in parchment with seasonal vegetables and red potatoes as...
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Each of us tried a salmon dish: salmon in parchment with seasonal vegetables and red potatoes as well as salmon on grilled plank. Both were delicious and tender. The cost was remarkably lower than expected for such high quality food. The restaurant has a friendly atmosphere and is kid friendly too.
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