Food was delicious and the service was warm and pleasant. Our waiter was very attentive and the…read morechef also came out to ask us how the food was. We ordered tapas to share, chicken piccata and dessert. Everything was very tasty. Will definitely return.

Rustico was a really wonderful dining experience. From the moment we sat down, the atmosphere felt…read morerelaxed and welcoming, and the service made the evening especially enjoyable! The bread service was fantastic. The tomato focaccia and the baguette were both excellent and I had to remind myself not to fill up on it before the main meal! LOL! We started with the calamari which was very well seasoned and clearly not the typical frozen version you often see from foodservice distributors. It tasted fresh, was crispy, and well prepared. For dinner I ordered the margherita pizza which was simple and delicious. I ended up ordering a second one to-go for my partner who couldn't make it to dinner. He also loved it - even after it sat for ~30 min or so while we chatted more, then drove home to the Maywood area. I would imagine their delivery is pretty good based on that! My mom had the rigatoni vodka with added crumbled Italian sausage which she loved, and my dad ordered the Marcelino. He loved the generous amount of seafood and how well seasoned it was. My parents are big wine drinkers and my dad was especially impressed with the wine list and the selection available. Oscar was an incredible server!! He struck the perfect balance of being attentive while still letting us enjoy a relaxed, unhurried evening. The support staff and food runners were also fantastic and very friendly, making the entire service experience feel polished! I also loved the kitchen was more open which gives you confidence in the quality and care that goes into the food. The dining space is inviting with a nice bar area and an additional room that looks perfect for busy nights or private gatherings. Overall a great restaurant that we would absolutely return to!!

Food was delicious flavorful and plenty. Service was very fast and friendly very attentive. The…read moreAmbiance is laid back chill music in the background amd cozy place.

The food is delicious. The picada has a perfect balance or flavor and meet assortments!read more

Excellent all around service and food! The only issue we had was it was cold where we were seated…read morebut I'll make sure to dress warmer next time we visit during cold seasons because this restaurant is now one of my favorite places to eat authentic Spanish cuisine. I would definitely recommend them to anyone, the food here is exceptional and our waiter was the same, he was very knowledgeable and friendly. The ambience was very nice and cozy, perfect for date nights and for hanging with friends. I love this place!

We came here to celebrate my wife's birthday. We made reservations but unfortunately had to wait…read morefor a table to free up. Service was a little bit on the slower side. It took forever to get our first dish and then towards the end it seems like they forgot to bring out the last dish. We started off with their sangria, and then ordered their Patatas bravas, euro bacon, queso de cabra, and their Paella Negra. We were really pleased with all the dishes. The Paella Negra came with green peas, mussels, calamar, pulpo, and langostines. They use squid ink to make the rice black. I ate paella twice when I visited Barcelona, and this version is the most similar to what I had in Barcelona. Not quite there yet but hopefully I can find something locally. This version I will say was really tasty. The euro bacon was probably my wife's favorite. Stuffed dates wrapped with bacon. The queso de cabra was one of my favorites. Love the bread and the goat cheese inside the tomato basil sauce. And the patatas bravas. It's really hard to mess this one up. Everyone does these different, some make it a little spicier, some add aioli, here they offer two versions. One with aioli and the other with the spicier paprika sauce that isn't too spicy. They should swap out the paprika to cayenne. And they only offer one version and that is with both the aioli and the spicy sauce in the same dish. Overall we were really satisfied with all of the dishes and we can definitely see ourselves returning in the near future.

I don't go out of my way to write reviews, but D'Cuba has made me rethink my laziness. Instantly…read morefell in love with this place. Amazing food, comfortable atmosphere, kind service. I felt like I was in a Cuban grandmother's kitchen..-The food will make you feel it instantly. Bright and thoughtfully decorated.. You wouldn't think you're on Fullerton. Spanish TV instead of random, non-fitting music. Empanadas, papa rellena, congri, lechon, picadillo... Everything..and I mean everything - fireballs...haduken style, holy sh... fireballs. The café made me rethink my life. I'm going to stop writing so you can just go already. Don't wait...oh, don't forget the tostones. Ok, now go.

Definitely a place to go for good food and great ambiance. Felt like I was in little Havana with…read morehow delicious tasting the food was! Very affordable. Highly recommend

I had the pleasure to dine at Penumbra on a Thursday evening. We were celebrating a graduation and…read morethe staff were very welcoming when we arrived. I was visiting from out of town and was not familiar with the parking around the area. I asked one of the staff members and immediately they reassured me that the side street would raking was totally fine to park just so long as it wasn't the front of the building where you have to pay. The food started with a complementary potato soup which was flavorful and lovely. We got a round of drinks and one of our party didn't care for her drink and it was replaced no question. We had the flat iron steak, the chicken, and the salmon and each entree was wonderful. The proteins were all very tender and juicy. I was also very pleased with the salad that came first which was lightly dressed and very seasonal. We finished our dining experience with a slice of cheesecake. It was a nice cap to the end of a wonderful meal. I would recommend this restaurant for any occasion - I would love to come back and try some of the other items on their menu.

**Hidden gem!!!**…read more Penumbra is SUPER sexy and low-key elite. This is one of those spots that will make you look like a total restaurant pro if you take someone there or recommend it. The ambiance is intimate, romantic, and just feels exclusive without trying too hard. I took my girl there for her birthday and she absolutely loved it -- which is always the real test. We had the ribeye and the Rotini Bianco, and both were excellent. The ribeye was cooked perfectly, tender and flavorful. The Rotini Bianco was rich, creamy, and done just right. Every dish felt intentional and well executed. Don't hesitate to book. If you're trying to impress or celebrate something special, this is the move.

Super friendly service, enormous portions, and fair prices -- there's really no better place to get…read moreyour favorite Columbian dishes in this area of the city. As advertised, their chicken is super tender and flavorful here, and the arroz con pollo is a great comfort food dish. There's plenty of different options such as steak and seafood to choose from here, mostly in a grilled or fried preparation. Overall, worth a visit if you're looking for delicious Columbian food in the area. Be prepared to enjoy tender and flavorful meats served in generous portions.

I have been here at least 4 times now and the food is delicious! I'll be coming back!read more

Came for dinner while in town. Super cute restaurant, great lighting, seating, and bar area. Our…read morewaiter was very friendly, giving us great recommendations and great to talk with. The meal started with complimentary chips and salsa. I ordered a mezcal margarita (fruta picanta) and my friend got a mango cocktail (mangasa). I liked mine a lot, my friend didn't care for the tajin rim on hers, and the waiter offered to replace it, but she stuck with it and liked it in the end. There were so many great sounding things on the menu, with gluten free and vegetarian options. We ended up splitting the calabaza- an acorn squash stuffed with mushroom risotto and also the wild mushroom tostada. The calabaza was great for winter, warm and filling. The tostada was lighter but really delicious, it was probably my favorite of the two. It was a great dinner, that I would definitely visit again if I'm back in town.

After attending the Candlelight Concert of the Beatles in Oak Park,we made reservations for this…read moreLatin American gem . On a Friday night it was busy! Thank goodness we had a reservation and were seated immediately. Our server Meyah was super friendly. We started with a few cocktails ..one being the Oaxacan Old Fashion..smokey and delicious. We tried their Market Ceviche which was on their Weekly Specials menu..Cured Mahi Mahi Brazilian Papaya,Tangerine Habanero sauce served with Sweet Potato chips.fresh and delicious. For our entrees we tried the Barbacoa Tacos and Blackened Fish(Tilapia) tacos. Both entrees were 21.00 for 3 tacos but no rice or beans on the side so a little pricey in my opinion. Street parking is a challenge but they do offer valet for 5.00. They have a fantastic patio that is open in the summer so we will definitely be back to enjoy a few cocktails and Latin American eats.

Went here before a game and had a cocktail and some apps, meal and apps were awesome…read more I could downgrade the review because the churro wasn't great, but I can also maybe say it's cause it was in the bag for a little bit since I took that to go. Beverages, ceviche, meal, all really good!

My waitress was great. In the past, I've had nothing but…read morenice dinning experiences at Amerika's. Today the french fries were the only item that was decent. The tortilla soup tasted old, the steak on the steak sandwich was not fresh and had absolutely no seasoning and there were maybe 2 small pieces of onions. My waitress was extremely understanding when I expressed to her my concern, she first offered salt and pepper and then she offered to replace with steak tacos, which I thought was really nice until I got them home and tasted them. The steak tacos tasted like spoiled meat cooked on a dirty grill. This is definitely not the quality of food I'm used to from Amerika's.