Fannish Foodguide
A foodguide for the fannish world
New for 2018:
Anthony’s Coal Fired PizzaCasa Margarita Cilantro Taco GrillGreek KitchenIchiban SushiMaple Café Mission BBQOutback SteakhouseRock Sugar Southeast Asian KitchenStan’s DonutsYard House
Fannish Foodguide
A foodguide for the fannish world
Closed in 2018:
All Blue Rotary Sushi (now Ichiban Sushi)BarbakoaCarlucciDMK Burger BarGail’s Carriage Café (now Maple Café)I Dream of FalafelTom and Eddie’sZoup!
Fannish Foodguide
A foodguide for the fannish world (alphabetical)1401 West Upscale American, Breakfast,
BuffetInside Marriott Hotel Oakbrook Zone 6630-928-1401 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 6:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm, SA 7am-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm, SU 7am-2pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees: $16-25Weekend breakfast buffet until noonwww.oakbrookhotels.com/restaurants/1401.htm
Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza
Pizza, Italian
783 East Butterfield Road, Lombard Zone 4630-286-6372 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 11pm; SU 11:30am – and 10:00pmPizza $14-22; Sandwiches $8-10; Family Style Entrees $8-20 Kathy says: If you want a thinish crust pizza, this is your best bet; just the right amount of chew, with a charred edge. Also, the chicken wings with coal fired onions are not to be missed!http://www.acfp.com/
Antico Posto ItalianOakbrook Center (next to Professional Building) Zone 6630-586-9200 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:15am – 10pm; SU 11:15am – 8pmSandwiches $9-11 (L); Entrees $10-15 (L), $14-28 (D)www.antico-posto.com/menusArby’s Fast Food / Roast Beef, Late
Night Kitchen, Breakfast2910 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-916-7470 Credit Cards: A, M, VF & SA 9am – 12am, SU 9am – 11pmSandwiches: $2-5http://www.arbys.com
Argo Tea Coffee and TeaOakbrook Center Zone 6312-212-8032 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 9:30am – 9pm; SU 10 – 7pmBeverages $2-$6Kathy says be sure to try the ginger peach or the ginger green twisthttp://www.argotea.com/
Armand’s Victory Tap Italian, Pizza, Delivery346 Yorktown Center Zone 3630-785-3155 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00am – 11:00pm, SU 11:00 – 10:00pmSandwiches $10; Entrees $9-$13; Pizza $13-$30http://armandsvictorytap.com/
Auntie Anne’s Fast Food / Soft PretzelsYorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3630-627-4513 Credit Cards: A, M, VF & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am – 6pmPretzels $3-4http://www.auntieannes.com/
Baisi Thai ThaiOakBrook Center (lower level, across from Houlihan’s) Zone 6630-571-8424 Credit Cards: A, M, VF & SA 11am – 10pm, SU 12pm – 8pm Take Out TaxiEntrees $8-16
BallydoyleCasual Dining, Irish
Pub, Late Night Kitchen
5157 Main Street, Downers Grove Main Street Downers Grove
630-969-0600 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:30am – 1am, SA 11:30am – 2am, SU 10:30am – 10pm Takeout TaxiSandwiches: $8-11; Entrees: $11-20Kathy: this is the most authentic Irish pub in the area. Jim: Food is interesting, but a tad pricey. Live music on a pretty constant basis.http://www.ballydoylepub.com/
Banda Nawaz Indian, Pakistani, Halal17W612 14th Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-889-0786 Credit cards: V, MCDaily 11am-10pmSandwiches: $4; Entrees: $5-8www.bandanawaz.com
Bar Louie Bar food, Casual dining, Late night Kitchen
17W350 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace (in Holiday Inn) Zone 5630-478-8040 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am-2am; SU 11am-1am (kitchen closes 1/2 hour before bar)Sandwiches $8-13; Entrees $10-18www.barlouieamerica.com/locations/oakbrook.aspx
Benihana Japanese Steakhouse747 E Butterfield Rd, Lombard Zone 4630-571-4440 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:30-2pm, 5-10:30pm, SA 12-10:30pm, SU 12-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead
SeatingEntrees $8-18 (L), $17-42 (D)http://www.benihana.com
Billy Goat Tavern Upscale Fast Food / BurgersYorktown Mall Zone 3630-620-0459 Credit Cards: M , VF & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am-6pmwww.billygoattavern.com
Blueberry Hill Breakfast, Casual Dining, Diner3041 Butterfield Rd, Oak Brook Zone 4630-575-8401 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VFri – Sun 6am – 4pmBreakfast $6-10; Sandwiches $7-14Kathy says try the seafood omelette.http://www.blueberrybreakfastcafe.com/
Brickhouse Tavern and Tap Bar Food, Casual Dining, Late Night Kitchen
1461 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2630-963-1104 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00am – 2am, SU 11:00am – 11pmSandwiches $7-12; Entrees $10-20Kitchen closes one hour before actual closinghttp://www.brickhousetavernandtap.com
Bricks Pizza Pizza2770 Highland Ave, Lombard Zone 3630-613-8830F & SA 11:00am – 10pm, SU Noon – 8pmEntrée salads and sandwiches $8-10; Neopolitan style pizza (serves 1-2) $12-14http://www.brickswoodfiredpizza.com/
Brio Tuscan Grille ItalianYorktown Shops on Butterfield Zone 3630-424-1515 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am -10pmSandwiches $10-14; Entrees $15-30http://www.brioitalian.com/menu/
Broosters Casual Dining434 W 22nd Street, Lombard Zone 1630-495-2442 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 9pm, SU 11am – 8pmSandwiches: $5-6; Entrees: $8-16Jim: Roast chicken is the specialty here, and it’s darn good. And inexpensive.http://www.broosterscatering.com/
Buca di Beppo Family Style ItalianYorktown Shops on Butterfield Outlot Zone 3630-932-7673 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am -9pm Reservations / Call Ahead
SeatingSandwiches $10-12 (L); Entrees $10-15 (L), $10-30 (D) Take Out TaxiEnormous portions meant to be shared. The ideal party size for this restaurant is 4-6.http://www.bucadibeppo.com/menu/index.aspx
Burger King Fast Food Burgers, Breakfast, Late Night Kitchen
1540 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2630-627-4455 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily, 6am – 10pm (drive through until 2amSandwiches $2-6www.burgerking.com
Burrito Parrilla Mexicana Mexican, Late night kitchen2720 Highland Avenue, Lombard Zone 3630-705-9833 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & Sa 10am – midnight; Su 10am – 10pmSandwiches $6-8; Entrees $9-13www.burritoparrillamexicana.com
Butterfield’s Breakfast, Casual Dining1S616 Midwest Road, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-396-7927 Credit Cards A, DI, M, VDaily, 6:30am-3pmBreakfast Entrees: $7-13; Sandwiches $9-16http://butterfieldsrestaurant.com/illinois/menu/California Pizza Kitchen California Style PizzaOakBrook Center (upper level near Nordstrom) Zone 6630-571-7800 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 10:30pm, SU 11:30am – 9pm Take Out TaxiSandwiches $10, Entrees $10-17http://www.cpk.com/menu/
Capitol Grille SteakhouseYorktown Shops on Butterfield Outlot Zone 3630-627-9800 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 5pm – 11pm, SU 4pm – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $23-45http://www.thecapitalgrille.com
Casa MargaritaMexican
1341 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-968-0768 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00am – 11:30pm, SU 11:00am – 10:30pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $10-25Expected to open October 2018www. casamargarita.com
Chama Gaucha Brazillian Steakhouse3008 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-324-6002 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:30am – 10:30pm, SA 4pm-10:30pm, SU 4pm – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $20 (L), $33 (D)http://www.chamagaucha.com/
Charleys Philly Steaks Upscale Fast Food / SandwichesYorktown Mall Zone 3630-705-0114 Credit Cards: M , VF & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am-6pmwww.charleys.com
Cheesecake Factory Upscale American, Late Night Kitchen
OakBrook Center / Spring Road Zone 6630-573-1800 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 12am, Su 10am -11pmSandwiches $9-14; Entrees $11-32Very large portions, http://www.thecheesecakefactory.com
Chill Bubble Tea Fast Food / BeveragesYorktown Mall Zone 3630-495-0318 Credit Cards: M , VF & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am-6pmhttp://www.chillbubbletea.com/
Chipotle Mexican Grill Upscale Fast Food/Mexican1556A Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2630-576-5030 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily 11am-10pmSandwiches $5-8http://www.chipotle.com/en-US/menu/menu.aspx
Cilantro Taco GrillUpscale Fast Food Mexican,
BreakfastOak Brook Center Mall Food Court Zone 6630-828-8200 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily 10am-9 pm Delivery (0ver $20)Plates $8-13http://www.cilantrotacogrill.com/
Cinnabon Fast Food / Cinnamon Rolls, Coffee & Pastry
Yorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3F & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am-6pm Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VNo ‘real’ food. Coffee and cinnamon rolls ($3-5) only.http://www.cinnabon.com/experience/products/index.html
Claim Jumper Upscale AmericanYorktown Shops on Butterfield Outlot Zone 3630-932-4290 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am – 10pm Take Out TaxiSandwiches $10-15; Entrees $10-31http://www.claimjumper.com
The Clubhouse Upscale American, BreakfastOakbrook Center (Route 83 side) Zone 6630-472-0600 Credit Cards: AE, DC, DI, MC, VIF & SA 11am-11pm, SU 10-9:30pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $11-17; Entrees $20-45; Sunday Brunch ($28 until 2pm) http://www.theclubhouse.com
Corner BakeryUpscale Fast Food / Specialty
Sandwiches, Breakfast, Bakery, Coffee and Pastry
OakBrook Center630-368-0505 Zone 6F 7:30am – 9pm, SA 8am – 9pm, SU 8am – 8pm Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VSandwiches $6-7; Entrees $7-8http://www.cornerbakerycafe.com/menunutrition.aspx
County Inn Pizza Pizza12049 Roosevelt Rd, Elmhurst Roosevelt Road between York and
Wolf630-832-9382 Credit Cards: None – Cash onlyF & Sa 4pm – 11pm, Su 4pm – 10pm Delivery$10-28, whole pizzaVery good thin crust pizza. Don’t drive there (use delivery) unless you know the area very well. It’s very easy to get lost here
Dao Sushi and Thai Sushi, Thai17W512 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-279-2888 Reservations RecommendedF 4:30pm-11pm; SA 12pm-11pm; SU 12p-10pm Credit Cards: A, DI, MC, VEntrees $12-35; Sushi $2-5 (piece) $4-20 (roll)www.daosushiandthai.com/oakbrook/home.html
Denny’s Casual Dining, Breakfast, Late Night Kitchen
17W660 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-932-1888 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, V24 HoursSandwiches $6-9; Entrees $6-16http://www.dennys.com
Devon Seafood & Steak Seafood, Steakhouse, Brunch17W400 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-516-0180 Credit cards: A, DI, M,V
Reservations AcceptedF & SA 11am-10pm; SU 10am- pm (brunch), 4pm-9pm (dinner)Sandwiches: $11-14 (L); Entrees: $14-25 (L), $18-58 (D); Brunch $24www.devonseafood.com
Ditka’s Upscale American2 MidAmerica Plaza, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 6630-572-2200 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VFri & Sa 4pm-11pm, Sun 10am-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $9-15; Entrees $15-40http://www.mikeditkaschicago.com
DOC Wine Bar Upscale American, Late Night Kitchen
Yorktown Shops on Butterfield Zone 3630-627-6666 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 2am, SU 12p – 11pmSandwiches $9-10; Entrees $12-22http://www.docwinebarchicago.com/lombard/food.asp
Double Dragon Chinese, Sushi412 W 22nd, Lombard Zone 1630-889-8989 Credit Cards: A, M, VF 11am-10pm, SA 12-10pm, SU 10-9:30 DeliveryEntrees: $6-14Fair Chinese, decent sushi for the price. Much nicer than your typical hole in the wall.
Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee, Pastry, Breakfast, Late Night Kitchen
88 Yorktown Center, Lombard Zone 3630-953-8388 Credit Cards: A, M, V24 Hours 7 days a weekDonuts and pastry $1-3; Sandwiches $3-6http://www.dunkindonuts.com/
Emmett’s Ale House Brew Pub, Late Night Kitchen5200 Main Street, Downers Grove Main Street Downers Grove630-434-8500 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00am – 1am, SU 12:00pm – 10pm Reservations / Call ahead SeatingSandwiches: $9-12; Entrees: $13-25http://www.emmettsalehouse.com/dining_pub/dining_pub.php
Emperor’s Kitchen Chinese1022 S York Road, Elmhurst York Road, Elmhurst630-530-9888 Credit Cards: None / Cash Only!Daily, 11am-8:30pm Take Out TaxiEntrees $9-11
En Fuego Mexican Grille Mexican17W648 W 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-613-8899 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm; SU 11am – 10pmEntrees $10-30
Flat Top Grill Mongolian BBQ, BreakfastYorktown Shops on Butterfield Zone 3630-652-3700 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:00am – 10:30pm, SA 9:00am – 10:30pm, SU 9:00am – 9:30pmEntrees $9 (L) $14 (D)http://www.flattopgrill.com/menu.htm
Frankie's Deli Upscale Fast Food/Specialty
Sandwiches, Upscale Fast Food/Italian
203 Yorktown Shopping Ctr., Lombard Zone 3
630-627-7977 Credit Cards: DI, M, V
F 9:00am – 8:30pm, SA 9:00am – 5:00pm, SU 11:00am – 4:30pm
Sandwiches $4-$7, http://frankiesdeliyorktown.com/
Freshii Upscale fast food / sandwiches, Frozen treats, Breakfast
3021 Butterfield Road, Oak Brook Zone 4630-990-7446 Credit cards: V, MCF 7am-10pm, SA 8am-10pm, Su 8am-9pmwww.freshii.com
Fuddruckers Upscale Fast Food / Burgers1500 Branding Lane, Downers Grove Zone 2630-963-0404 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 10pm, SU 11am – 9pmSandwiches: $5-8http://www.fuddruckers.com
Gibson’s Steakhouse Steak, Late Night Kitchen2105 South Spring Road, Oak Brook Zone 6630-954-0000 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 12am, SU 11am – 11pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $9-15 (L); Entrees $13-20 (L), $20-140 (D)http://www.gibsonssteakhouse.com/
Giordano’s Pizza17W280 West 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-530-7799 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 12am, SU 12pm – 11pm DeliverySandwiches $8, Entrees $8-15Stuffed pizza is excellent. Kathy is partial to spinach and mushroom. Last order taken 1/2 hour before closing. http://www.giordanos.com/menu.php
Greek Islands Greek, Late Night Kitchen300 East 22nd, Lombard Zone 1630-932-4545 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11-midnight, SU 11-11 Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $10-30
Very good Greek; best in the area.http://www.greekislands.net
Greek KitchenUpscale Fast Food Greek
Oak Brook Center Mall Food Court Zone 6630-571-4750 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 10am-11pm, SU 11am-7pmPlates, Salads, and sandwiches $8-11http://www.greekkitchen.com/
Harry Caray’s SteakhouseInside Westin Hotel Zone 3630-953-3400 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 5pm – 11pm, SU 4pm – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $10-17; Entrees $15-45http://www.harrycarays.com/menus_lombard.html
Holy Mackerel! SeafoodInside Westin Hotel Zone 3630-953-3444 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 4pm – 11pm, SU 4pm – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead Seating
Sandwiches $9-18 (L); Entrees $11-19 (L) $14-65(D)http://holymackerelseafood.com/
Honey Jam Cafe Casual Dining, Breakfast3000 Oak Grove Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-963-2233 Credit Cards: A, D!I, M, VHOURS: 6:30am – 2:30pmSandwiches: $8-10; Entrees: $6-11http://www.portillos.com/assets/menu/HJMenu.pdf
Houlihan’s Casual DiningOakBrook Center Zone 6630-573-0220 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF, SA & SU 11am-11pmSandwiches $10-11; Entrees $13-25http://www.houlihans.com
Ichiban SushiSushi
2950 Finley, Downers Grove Zone 2630-519-3539 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
Daily 11:00am – 9:15pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSushi rolls $7-25http://www.ichibansushi.com/J Alexander’s Upscale American, Late Night
Kitchen1410 16th Street Oak Brook Zone 6630-573-8180 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11-am Midnight, SU 11am-10:30pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches: $11-$16; Entrees: $15-$30http://www.jalexanders.com
Jamba Juice Fast Food / Smoothies, Breakfast17W426 22nd Street, Oak Brook Zone 5630-279-5332 Credit Cards: A, M, VF 6:30am – 9:30pm, SA 7:00am – 9:30pm, SU 8:00am – 9:00pmSqueezed juices, $3-5, limited pastries availablehttp://www.jambajuice.com
Jimmy John’s Upscale Fast Food / Specialty Sandwiches
2770 South Highland, Lombard Zone 3630-705-0555 Credit Cards: A, M, V10:30am – 9pm, daily DeliverySandwiches: $5-8http://www.jimmyjohns.com
Juicy-O Diner, Breakfast2942 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-932-4260 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 6am-3pm, SU 7am-3pm Take Out TaxiSandwiches: $6-8Daily Blueplate $9Jim: A cut above the usual breakfast place. Includes free hot fresh donuts with your breakfast.http://www.juicyo.com
Kai Sushi Sushi
2820 S Highland, Lombard Zone 3
630-376-6260 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:15am – 2:30pm and 5pm - 10pm; SA 11:30am – 10pm; SU Noon – 9pmRotary Style Sushi $2 - $10
http://www.kaisushiusa.com/
Kona Grill Fine Dining / Pan Asian, Sushi
3051 Butterfield Rd, Oak Brook Zone 4630-515-8395 Reservations / Call Ahead Seating
F & SA: 11am-12am, SU: 11am-11pm
Sandwiches $9-11; Entrees $11-35 (L), $17-35 (D)
http://www.konagrill.com
Kyoto Japanese, Upscale Chinese
1408 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2
630-627-8588 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F 4:30pm – 10:30pm, SA 12:00pm – 10:30pm, SU 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Entrees: $14-23
La Barra (Pizza Barra) Pizza, Delivery
3011 Butterfield, Oak Brook Zone 4
630-861-6177 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 11am – 1am, SU 11am – 10pm
http://www.labarraristorante.com/
Labriola Bakery Cafe and Neapolitan Pizzeria
Bakery, Breakfast, Coffee & Pastry, Pizza, Upscale Fast Food /
Specialty Sandwiches3021 Butterfield Rd, Oak Brook Zone 4
630-574-2008 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 7am – 10pm, SU 7am – 9pm
Sandwiches $7-11; Entrees $7-15; Pizza $4-6 (slice), $20-30 (pan)
The Chicago Tribune rated their cheeseburger in the top five in the Chicago area.
http://www.labriolabaking.com
Maggiano’s Little Italy Family Style Italian
OakBrook Center Zone 6630-368-0300 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:15am – 10pm, SU 11:15am – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $10-38 Take Out taxiMassive portions, designed to be shared. Best for groups of 4-6http://www.maggianos.com/foodbeverage/
Maple Café (Formerly Gail’s Carriage Café)
Casual Dining, Diner, Breakfast
2300 S Highland, Lombard Zone 3630-424-8220 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily 7am – 3pmSandwiches $7-15; Entrees $8-15Features fresh squeezed grapefruit juice and lemonade, in addition to orange juice. Kathy says the Ultimate Spuds is not to be missed. It is a hash brown wrapped omelet of crab meat, green onions, tomatoes, asparagus, and Monterey jack cheese.www.maplecafe.com
Masala Indian, Asian Fusion, Brunch, Halal801 Butterfield Road, Lombard Zone 4630-472-2400 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11am – 11pm, SA 11:30am – 11pm, SU 11:30am – 10pm Reservations/Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $9-24http://masalalombard.com/
McCormick and Schmicks Seafood720 E Butterfield Rd, Lombard Zone 4630-571-3700 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 11pm, SU 11:30am – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $7-14 (L); Entrees $9-20 (L), $15-40 (D)Very good seafood; good service. Pricey. The chowder is to die for.http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com
McDonald’s Fast Food/Burgers, Breakfast, Late Night Kitchen
One Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard Zone 3630-495-2960 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 6am -11pm; Sa & Su 7am – 11pm; 24 Hour drive throughSandwiches $1-$6www.mcdonalds.com
Melting Pot Fondue1205 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2630-737-0810 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 5pm – 11pm, SA 4pm-11pm, SU 12p-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntree $18-25, 4 Courses (cheese fondue, salad, entree fondue and chocolate fondue) $40-50, Sunday Brunch $25 (12pm-3pm)Very good fondue with good wine list. Expect to spend at least 2 hours here. Reservations highly recommended.http://www.meltingpot.com
Michael Jordan’s Upscale American, Steakhouse1225 W 22nd St, Oak Brook Zone 6630-828-2932 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 12am; SU 4pm – 9pm ReservationsLunch: Sandwiches $11-18; Entrees $15-44 Dinner: Sandwiches $15-18; Entrees $16-49http://www.michaeljordansrestaurant.com/
Miller’s Lombard Ale House Brew Pub, Late Night Kitchen455 East Butterfield Rd, Lombard Zone 3630-241-9741 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 2am, SU 11am – 1am Reservations for large parties onlySandwiches $7-10; Entrees $9-15http://www.millersalehouse.com/
Mission BBQBBQ
1570 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove Zone 2
630-824-3606 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00am – 10:00pm, SU 11:30am – 8:00pmSandwiches and Plates $8-20Kathy says the brisket is excellent, and overall is better than the Patio.http://www.mission-bbq.com/
Mon Ami Gabi French, BreakfastOakBrook Center Zone 6630-472-1900 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF 11:30am-3pm, 5pm-10pm, SA 10:30am -10pm, SU 10:30am – 9pmBrunch Saturday and Sunday until 3pmhttp://www.monamigabi.com/second_level/monami_1.htm
Mrs T’s Pizza Pub Pizza, Late Night Kitchen4246 Main Street, Downers Grove Main Street, Downers Grove630-963-0800 Credit Cards M, VF 11am – 12am, SA 4pm – 12am, SU 4pm – 10pm Delivery after 5Sandwiches: $5-6; Entrees: $6http://www.mrstpizza.com
Naf Naf Upscale Fast Food / Sandwiches17W746 22nd St., Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-519-4220 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VDaily 11am – 10 pmSandwiches and Platters $4-$9http://www.nafnafgrill.com/
Nando’s Peri-Peri Chicken Upscale Fast Food /Afro Portuguese
523 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook Zone 6630-230-4348 Credit Cards M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm; SU 11am – 10pmSandwiches $10-15 (includes sides); Entrees $6-16http://www.nandosperiperi.com/
Noodles & Co. Fast Food / Noodles342 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard Zone 3630-620-9080 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA: 10:30am – 10 pm, SU: 1030am – 9pmSandwich price: N/A; Entree price $5-8Noodles and pasta from around the world. Kathy says this sounds like a great concept, but in practice, it is disappointing.http://www.noodles.com
Nori Sushi and Ramen Fast Food / Noodles, SushiYorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3630-932-4903 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 10:00am – 9:00pm; SU 11:00am – 6:00pmSushi: $5 - $10; Rice and Noodle Bowls $6 - $10Nossa! Brazilian Grill Upscale Fast Food /Brazilian1349 Butterfield Rd #200A, Downers Grove Zone 2331-777-2402 Credit Cards: M, VF-SA 10:00am-9:00pm, SU 11:30am-8:30pmBowls $7-10http://www.nossagrill.com/
Old Town Pour House Brew Pub, Breakfast, Late Night Kitchen
8 Oak Brook Center, Oak Brook Zone 6630-601-1440 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:30am – 2am, SA 10:30am – 2am, SU 10:30am – 1amSandwiches $12-18; Entrees $20-39; Brunch (10:30-2:30pm) SA & SU $9-15www.oldtownpourhouse.com
Olive Garden Chain Italian1211 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-852-4224 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11-11, SU 11-10Entrees: $8-16 (L) $10-20 (D)http://www.olivegarden.com
Olive Theory Pizza Pizza1400A Butterfield, Downers Grove Zone 2630-519-5152 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
11am – 10pm daily
Pizza and Salads $8-10
http://www.olivetheorypizza.com/
Outback SteakhouseSteakhouse
2970 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-530-0005 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:00 – 11:00pm SU: 11:00am-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrées $12-30http://www.outback.com/
Panera Bread Upscale Fast Food / Specialty Sandwiches, Bakery, Breakfast
1400 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-678-0490 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 5:30am – 9pm SU: 5:30am-9pmSandwiches $5-8; Entrees N/Ahttp://www.panerabread.com/menu/
Panda Express Fast Food / ChineseYorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3630-620-9873 Credit Cards: A, M, VF & SA 10am -9pm, SU 11am – 6pmEntrees $6-8Not bad, as long as you are not expecting authentic Chinese. Chow mein and orange chicken are specialties.http://www.pandaexpress.com/menu/
Patio Barbeque Barbeque2780 S Highland Ave, Lombard Zone 3630-627-2600 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 11pm, SU 11:30am – 10pmSandwiches $4-6; Entrees $7-19 (D)Jim particularly likes, Kathy says is just ok.http://www.patioribs.com
Penn Station Upscale Fast Food/Specialty Sandwiches
801 East Butterfield Road, Lombard Zone 4630-368-1850 Credit Cards: M, VF & Sa 11am – 9pm; Su 1:30am – 8pmSandwiches $4-$8www.penn-station.com
Perry’s Steakhouse Steakhouse5 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook Zone 6630-571-1808 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11am – 10pm, SA 4pm – 10pm, SU 4pm – 9pmEntrees $25-50+www.perryssteakhouse.com
PF Chang’s Upscale Chinese2361 Fountain Square Dr, Lombard Zone 4630-652-9977 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $8-22Really more fusion-Asian. Pricey.http://www.pfchangs.com
Pinched Mediterranean Grill Upscale Fast Food/Middle Eastern2770 South Highland Avenue, #102, Lombard Zone 3630-889-9200 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11am-9pm; SA & SU 11am-8pmSandwiches and Salads $7-8www.pinchedmedgrill.comPinstripes Sports Bar, Late Night Kitchen,
Breakfast7 Oakbrook Center Mall, Oak Brook Zone 6630-575-8700F 11:30am-12:30am, SA 10am–12:30am, SU 10am–10pmSandwiches $12-15; Entrees $12-30; Brunch (10-2pm Sunday) $20www.pinstripes.com/oak-brook
Pita House Middle Eastern, Halal340 E Roosevelt, Lombard Roosevelt Road, Lombard630-576-5059 Credit Cards: M, VF & SA 11:00am – 11:00pm, SU 11:00am – 10:00pm Take Out TaxiEntrees $5-$9Halal Meat
http://www.pitahouse.com/menu.php
Pizza Hut Express Fast Food/Pizza, BreakfastInside Target, Yorktown Mall Zone 3F & Sa 8am – 9pmBreakfast $2-4; Lunch $3-6
Portillo’s Upscale Fast Food / Specialty Sandwiches
1500 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2630-495-9033 Credit cards: DI, M, VF & SA 10:30am – 11pm; U 10:30am – 9:30pm Take Out TaxiSandwiches: $3-8Local chain; much better than McDonald’s etc. Try the hot dogs and Italian beef.www.portillos.com
Potbelly Fast Food / Sub Sandwiches2830 S Highland, Lombard Zone 3630-629-3875 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am -10pm, SU 11am -9pmSandwiches $5Much better subs than the other joints in the area.http://www.potbelly.com/RA Sushi Bar SushiYorktown Shops on Butterfield Zone 3F & SA 11am-11pm, SU 11am-10pm Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VSushi bar $4-22; Entrees $7-12 (l), $15-25 (d) Take Out Taxihttp://www.benihana.com
Red Lobster Chain Seafood3001 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2630-515-0565 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am -11pm, SU 11am -10pmSandwiches: $8 (L); Entrees: $8-15 (L), $10-30 (D)Very crowded on weekend evenings, with long waits.http://www.redlobster.com
Red Mango Frozen Yogurt17W418 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-758-1175 Credit Cards: A, M, VF & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am – 10pm$3-6, www.redmangousa.com
Red Robin Gourmet Hamburgers, Casual Dining
552 Oakbrook Center, Oakbrook Zone 6630-574-2044 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF – SU 11 – 10mSandwiches $8-11Tasty burgers; all sandwiches include unlimited frieshttp://www.redrobin.com/
Redstone American Grill Upscale American, Late Night Kitchen
13 Lincoln Ct, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 4630-268-0313 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 2am, SU 10am – 10pm Reservations: Groups of 7 or moreSandwiches $10-16 (L), $10-16 (D); Entrees $15-20 (L), $16-42 (D), $15 (SU BR)http://www.redstonegrill.com
Reel Club SeafoodOakBrook Center Zone 6630-368-9400 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11:15am – 11pm, SU 11:15am – 9pmSandwiches $10-14 (L), $10-12 (D); Entrees $12-22 (L),$18-29 (D)http://www.leye.com/restaurants/rest_home.jsp?id=41
Reza’s Middle Eastern, Late Night Kitchen40 N Tower Rd, Oak Brook Zone 4630-424-9900 Credit Cards: AE, DI, MC, VIF & SA 11am – 12am, SU 11am – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $8 (L); Entrees $9-15 (L), $15-20 (D)Try the lunch buffet; $14 F, $17 SA, $20 SU. Very good Persian food.http://www.rezasrestaurant.com
Rock Bottom Brew Pub, Late Night KitchenYorktown Shops On Butterfield Outlot Zone 3630-424-1550 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11am – 2am, SU 11am – 1amSandwiches $9-$11; Entrees $12-$23http://www.rockbottom.com
Rock Sugar Southeast Asian Kitchen
Asian Fusion
OakBrook Center Zone 6
630-573-0700 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 11:00pm, SU 11:30am – 10:00pm Reservations / Call Ahead Seating
Entrees $14-40
Thai/Malay/Indonesian/Indian/Curry
http://www.rocksugarkitchen.com/
Rockwood Tap House Bar Food, Casual Dining, Late Night Kitchen
3131 Finley Road, Downers Grove Zone 2
630-964-3131 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 11am – 2am; Su11am – 1am
Sandwiches $8-12; Entrees $13-20
www.rockwoodtaphouse.com
Ruscello Upscale American, Reservations
10 Oakbrook Center (inside Nordstrom’s), Oakbrook Zone 6630-230-4348F & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am – 10pmEntrée salads and sandwiches $10-20http://i.nordstromimage.com/images/store/restaurant/ruscello/ruscello1.pdf
Sal’s Pizza Pub Bar Food, Pizza, Late Night Kitchen
410 W 22nd, Lombard Zone 1
630-620-1802 Credit Cards: M, V
F & SA 11am -2am, SU 12-11pm
Sandwiches and entrees under $10
http://www.myspace.com/salspizzapub
Salseria Rapido Upscale Fast Food / MexicanYorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3630-953-7446 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 10:00am – 9:00pm; SU 11:00am – 6:00pmMost items $8http://salseria.com/
Sarku Japan Fast Food / Japanese
Yorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3
630-620-9379 Credit Cards: M, V
F & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am – 6pm
Entrees $3-7http://www.sarkujapan.com/index.php/menus.html
Sbarro Fast Food Italian
Yorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3
630-495-2776 Credit Cards: M, V
F & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am – 6pm
Sandwiches $4-8; Entrees $5-8
Also serves pizza (whole and by the slice)
http://www.sbarro.com
Seasons 52 Upscale American, Seasonal
3 Oakbrook Center, Oakbrook Zone 6
630-571-4752 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 11am – 11pm, SU 11am – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingMenu changes seasonally and frequently. Expect “moderate” pricing (high end for many fans)http://www.seasons52.com/
Stan’s DonutsBreakfast, Coffee and Pastry
Oak Brook Center Mall Food Court Zone 6630-590-1060 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily 9:00am – 8:00pm$3-6Very tasty and unusual treats at high priceshttp://www.stansdonutschicago.com/
Starbucks Breakfast, Coffee and Pastry
Inside Target at Yorktown Zone 3F & Sa 8am – 10pm; Su 8am – 9pm Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VCoffee: $2-$6; sandwiches and treats $3-6, www.starbucks.com
Starbucks Coffee and Pastry, Breakfast1450 Butterfield Rd, Downers Grove Zone 2
224-422-0670 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F 5am – 11pm, SA 6am – 11pm, SU 6am – 10pm
Sandwiches $3-6
http://www.starbucks.com/default.asp?
Stir Crazy Café Pan AsianOakBrook Center (near Sears) Zone 6630-575-0155 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30am – 10:30pm, SU 11:30am – 9:00pm Take Out TaxiEntrees $10-20http://www.stircrazy.com/documents/menus/ob_fax_menu.pdf
Subway Fast Food / Sub SandwichesYorktown Mall Food Court Zone 3F & SA 10am – 9pm, SU 11am – 6pm Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VSandwiches $3-8http://www.subway.com/applications/Menu/index.aspx
Teavana Coffee and TeaOakbrook Center Zone 6630-928-1068 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
F & SA 9:30am – 9pm; SU 10 – 7pm
Beverages $2-$6
http://www.teavana.com
Tilted Kilt Bar Food, Casual Dining, Late Night Kitchen
17W460 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-953-5458 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & Sa 11am -2am; Su 11am – 1amDon’t go here if you are expecting Scottish food. This is Hooters with plaid skirts.www.tiltedkilt.com
T.M. Basil ThaiOakbrook Center Zone 6630-571-8424 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, V
Tuscany Northern Italian1425 West 22nd Street, Oakbrook Zone 6630-990-1993 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF 11:30am-10pm, SA 5pm-11pm, SU 4pm-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees: $10-17 (L) $10-30 (D)http://www.stefanirestaurants.com/tuscany.htm
Twin Peaks Bar Food, Late Night Kitchen17W744 22nd St., Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5331-307-7940 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & SA 11am-1am; SU 11am-11:30pmSandwiches $8-12; Entrees $13-19Another restaurant in the Hooters and Tilted Kilt traditionhttp://www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com/
Uncle Julio’s Chain Mexican2360 Fountain Square Drive, Lombard Zone 4630-705-9260 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11am -11pm, SU 11am – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingEntrees $7-18 (L), $9-24 (D)http://www.unclejulios.com/menus.php
Volare Ristorante Italian1919 S Meyers Rd Zone 4630-495-0200 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF 11am-11pm, SA 4pm-11pm, SU 4pm – 10pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches: $9-10 (L); Entrees $10-18 (L), $13-34 (D)http://www.volarerestaurant.com
Wayback Burgers Upscale Fast Food/Burgers17W420-422 W 22nd St, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-501-1053 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, V10:30am – 9pm DailySandwiches $5-9http://www.waybackburgers.com/
Weber Grill Steakhouse2331 Fountain Square Dr, Lombard Zone 4630-953-8880 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:30-11pm, SU Noon-9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $10; Entrees $10-40 (L), $15-35(D) Take Out TaxiPretty good upscale steakhouse. Try the garlic mashed potatoes.http://www.webergrillrestaurant.com
Wendy’s Fast Food / Burgers1S576 Midwest Road, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-268-8715 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VDaily 10:30am – 11pmSandwiches $2-5http://wendys.com/food/Menu.jsp
Which Wich Upscale Fast Food/Specialty Sandwiches
17W410 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace Zone 5630-832-9424 Credit Cards: A, DI, M, VF & Sa 10am – 9pm; Su 11am – 9pmSandwiches $6-$12www.whichwich.com
Wildfire Steakhouse232 Oakbrook Center, Oakbrook Zone 6630-586-9000 Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VF & SA 11:15am-11pm, SU 11:30am – 9pm Reservations / Call Ahead SeatingSandwiches $9-14; Entrees $13-21 (L), $16-36 (D) Take Out Taxihttp://www.wildfirerestaurant.com/second_level/menu/dinner.htm
Yard HouseBar Food, Late Night Kitchen
2301 Fountain Square Drive, Lombard630-495-1912
Zone 4
Daily 11:00am – 1:00am Credit Cards: A, DC, DI, M, VEntrees $10-35; Sandwiches $12-18http://www.yardhouse.com/
