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When I first moved to Oak Park, I was fortunate enough to live less than a block away from this...
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When I first moved to Oak Park, I was fortunate enough to live less than a block away from this comfortable restaurant/bar, and it has been a favorite ever since. I heartily recommend it due to its vast array of domestic and imported beers (including a good selection of rarities and microbrews) and its seafood entrees—it’s a great spot for a casual dinner or to start off (or end) a night of drinking. They also serve popcorn as a free appetizer, which is a plus in my book. Some dinner entrees are a tad on the pricy side ($15-$25), but you can land one of my two favorite sandwiches there—a Murphyburger or Pisapollo (grilled chicken with mozzarella cheese and tomato sauce)—for under $10. Whenever I have visitors from out of town, this is where I often take them if they want to dine out.
Also, Poor Phil's is smoke-free indoors, which is a plus if you're going drinking with someone who might have allergies (or hates the smell of smoke).
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Avenue Ale House
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Late Night Dining
825 S Oak Park Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60304
This place tries to be a little bit of everything .... and for the most part succeeds! It is a...
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This place tries to be a little bit of everything .... and for the most part succeeds! It is a neighborhood bar, specializing in a wide selection of beer. It is a sports bar. It is a (non-obnoxious) singles bar. It is a great oudoor summer bar. It is a family bar. It is a fair live music venue. It is a restauraunt with good service, food and THE BEST burgers and fish entrees. Incredibly, the Alehouse succeeds in meshing all of these things together --- and it works for everyone! My only bitch is the overhead paging system which can blow your ears off and make you feel like you are at Chucky Cheese, rather than a really good eatery and bar (ever heard of vibrating pagers?) Great find!
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Papaspiros
Category:
Food & Dining
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
(708) 358-1700
PapaSpiros Greek Taverna is draped in blue and white and serves authentic Greek cuisine. Its...
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PapaSpiros Greek Taverna is draped in blue and white and serves authentic Greek cuisine. Its Mousakas, both the traditional and vegetarian versions, are excellent!!! If you are not sure what to try, check out its combination plate (comes with Mousakas, Spanakopita, etc.). In addition, its servers are funny and attentive. You just cannot go wrong with this Greek restaurant.
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Poor Phils has a nice casual atmosphere. The food is always fresh and delicious. Try the...
More 2 years ago
Poor Phils has a nice casual atmosphere. The food is always fresh and delicious. Try the beer-battered shrimp with great fresh-cut fries and a sumptuous cole slaw. Nice spot to catch the latest sports events too.
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Pete's Red Hot's
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Restaurants
6346 Roosevelt Rd
Oak Park,
Illinois 60304
(708) 383-6122
I like the fact that their food isn't dripping with oil. My friends usual get gyros with relish,...
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I like the fact that their food isn't dripping with oil. My friends usual get gyros with relish, sourcream and cheese. Most people eat it when they get in their cars to get the full taste out of it before it becomes soggy. It's cheap, easy accessed, service is quick.
In the summer it's pack and people come here to get great food and have a good time later in the day.
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Sagano Sushi
Category:
Japanese Restaurants
731 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
I dont understand how the other review was so low. I've been to many sushi bars and this is...
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I dont understand how the other review was so low. I've been to many sushi bars and this is probably the best quality i've had for years. I know sushi i went to japan, and the food is quite delectable at this resturant. If you are thinking to come and eat here i would recomend not to come with a bigger group on a saturday it gets very crowded and it could be unpleasent. They are on top though of finding you a seat soon as possible though the waits are hardly ever longer than 15-20 min. I recomend the fire dragon, aloha, volcano, spider, rainbow, and tempura sweet potatoe. i havent had much of their cooked meals but i heard the teriaki beef is to die for. Last but not least the DESERTS coffee and red bean icecream our my personal favorites. If u are not a wide range eater i recomend not to eat these kinds of food because they are very unique/different to what our usual family resturants eat. If you're ready for a great new exciting meal you should deffinatly go to sagano.
Pros: great quality
Cons: but can get expensive
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It is always a good sing that a restaurant is good when there is a constant line to get a table. ...
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It is always a good sing that a restaurant is good when there is a constant line to get a table. This little place fits that criteria. You can expect to wait 30-45 mins on Saturday or Sunday morning during peak times, but it is well worth the wait. They are only open until like 2pm and specialize breakfast and brunch items. This use to be a hang out for me and my girlfriends. We would meet there to catch up on our lives/ My favorite thing on the menu is the egg skillets. You get a huge serving of potatoes with omelet style toppings like onions, peppers, mushrooms, ham and cheese piled high in a crock with eggs either fried or scrambled. I also enjoy their pancakes. They are light and fluffy!!
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Oak Park Abbey
Category:
Restaurants
728 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
I love going to the Velvet Rope on Friday Nights for Karaoke with Creoke! The Dj is fantastic and...
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I love going to the Velvet Rope on Friday Nights for Karaoke with Creoke! The Dj is fantastic and everyone really gets into it. The food is fabulous as well, they just added some new things, like the Baked Lobster Macaroni. Its delicious and creamy with large chunks of lobster. Yummy. As for drinks, I highly reccomend the Pomegranate Martini or a Velvepolitan. Both are delectable. Prices are fair and the staff is friendly and enthusiastic. The atmosphere is just all around fun. Its definitly a great place to relax or party, regardless of the night. If you've never been, ask to go upstairs! They also reserve space for parties which is nice. My friend had a birthday there and we all really enjoyed ourselves!
Pros: Good menu and fun wait staff
Cons: Too small
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Fuego Loco
Category:
Family Restaurants
722 Lake St
Oak Park,
Illinois 60301
Wonderful mexican dining, good prices. Very busy on the weekends, but the service is quick and...
More 11 months ago
Wonderful mexican dining, good prices. Very busy on the weekends, but the service is quick and always helpful. The food is great, and the salsas are a tasty addition.
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Giordano's
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Restaurants
1115 Chicago Ave
Oak Park,
Illinois 60302
Not just a deep dish specialty, the thin crust here cannot be overlooked. Canadian Bacon. Yeah. ...
More 1 year ago
Not just a deep dish specialty, the thin crust here cannot be overlooked. Canadian Bacon. Yeah. Delivery takes at least an hour and this could be prompted. Pickup might be the way to go.
Pros: Great thin crust . . .
Cons: Not the best wings
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