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    Eddie Merlot's

    3.7 (295 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    EDDIE MERLOT'S ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Upscale
    Outdoor seating
    Dressy

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    Adriana F.

    Eddie Merlot's - Thanksgiving Surprise of the Year When I made our Thanksgiving reservations, my expectations were somewhere between "meh" and "we'll survive." I wasn't hoping for magic, just something edible and a chair to sit on. So imagine my surprise when Eddie Merlot's delivered an experience that felt like Thanksgiving had put on its fancy shoes and decided to show off. The décor was glowing, the whole place humming with warmth, and the staff made us feel like honored guests rather than strays seeking refuge from kitchen duty. Our server, Cordell, was genuinely wonderful, attentive, friendly, and blessedly unhurried. He gave us space to enjoy the meal without hovering like a helicopter on mashed-potato patrol. And the food? Oh yes. The King Crab & Corn Bisque was velvety and rich. The roasted garlic mashed potatoes and sweet potato casserole tasted like someone's very proud grandmother was working behind the scenes. The turkey was moist, tender, and actually flavorful (a Thanksgiving miracle). The asparagus and green beans were vibrant, crisp, and clearly not boiled into oblivion. We ended with the triple chocolate cake, which would've reached full glory with a little warmth and a scoop of ice cream or cream, but hey, we took the leftovers home and showed it the respect it deserved. For the record, they mix an outstanding Negroni, and the wine list means business. We walked in with low expectations and walked out happily stunned. We'll absolutely be back, holiday or not.

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    Craig S.

    I had a great dinner at Eddie Merlot's. I got there early for happy hour and enjoyed some lollipop chops on the happy hour menu. They were cooked well and tasted great. For dinner I had the ribeye which was also cooked to my liking and was delicious. Had a great bartender who took great care of me and the decor is modern and inviting. You won't be disappointed, give them a try. Enjoy!!!

    Calamari
    Adel W.

    A long time establishment, Eddie Merlot's feels like an extravagant old timey spot. The main dining room is pretty, and they have a live guitarist on Thurs/Fridays! I came with family to use up a gift card from Costco (25% off the meal) and had a great time with our server. We ordered: - 6 raw oysters (3/5): For almost $4 per piece, these were large in size but didn't seem super fresh. The meat was kinda all messy and we had to get a replacement oyster for 1 since there was a weird mass inside. The kitchen graciously gave us 2! - Calamari (4.5/5): Liked this! Fresh and had lots of peppers inside as well. - 8oz Filet Mignon (5/5): This was cooked perfectly, and was super tender and flavorful. - Ahi Tuna (4/5): Surprised by this one! The tuna was an interesting color, but flavor was good and yummy. There was free bread (not a fan, it tasted kind of plastic-y), and the total came out to about $150 total. I'd come back again with the gift card discount for the steak!! Our server was lovely, always getting us anything we asked!

    The brownie for 2

    Came on Valentine's Day, sat in a timely order, our server was very nice and helpful. The ambiance was nice a little dark but I don't mind. Got the pot stickers, there were good but also nothing to write home about. The filet trio and lamb chops were absolutely amazing though. Lamb melted in your mouth. And the peppercorn sauce was delicious. The sides same thing not great for 12-14 bucks each. Skip sides. And the dessert for 20 bucks wasn't good

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    Michael R.

    I'm surprised this was my first visit to this location and I'll definitely be back! My wife treated me to a Prisoner (her favorite) wine dinner on my birthday and we had a great time. The pairings were excellent, and the food was quite good. I'll say the portions weren't large, which for a tasting/pairing is just fine-sometimes you're having to pack up 1 or more courses to take home. I'd recommend going to such an event in the future. The absolute best thing I ate was the Nutella Creme Brulee-wow!

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    Nancy W.

    Great food and service. Cordell, our server, was top notch. The place is noisy, not sure how to deal with this.

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    Teressa S.

    After a long week I decided to treat myself to Eddie Merlots. I was greeted and then escorted to a perfect table in the bar area. I started the evening off with a glass of red wine and a crisp garden salad. Now, I don't often order salmon at restaurants; but, I had a craving for it last night and Eddie Merlots is the place to get it. Blackened salmon cooked medium to perfection with a flavorful blackened crust, al dente haricots verts, and fingerling potatoes. Oh, and if you haven't tried their creamed spinach don't miss it. Parish and Dakota were on point for the evening as my distinguished servers. Frank, the manager made sure to make rounds, greeting customers and making sure the evening was perfect. Live music by John an amazing guitarist is a great touch. Thank you gentleman for ending my week with a perfect night of relaxation.

    Creamy and delicious. You'll want to save some of the sourdough bread to dip in.
    Jessica G.

    Did you know? I didn't know. I thought it was just a streak house located near a bowling alley. When I glanced at the menu I realized it wasn't A steakhouse it was The steakhouse. The NY strip steak I had was perfectly cooked and seasoned but what got me was the texture and tenderness. The hubby got the Australian Wagyu ribeye MS7/8. It had an amazing flavor but I thought mine was more tender. Of course we ordered a wedge salad. It's a steakhouse, you have to get the wedge. But what I want to point out is that even the tomatoes were seasoned. These details showed up in the other dishes as well as the service. The sweet potato casserole had a dusting of pecans on top that enhanced the flavor without adding chunks to a beautiful smooth puree. The chocolate cake had a bit of espresso frosting drizzled on top. I really appreciate the thoughtfulness of a chef who wants to see that every bite is special. Sarah was our waitress. She was so helpful and attentive. When you go in, ask if she's there and request one of her tables. She'll make sure you have a delicious and enjoyable meal. Our thanks goes to her for making our night memorable and fun. They also have live music. The gentleman playing the guitar told us he's been playing there for 12 years. He's beyond talented. He wove together a variety of pieces of songs that in between conversation and bites we'd say to each other, was that the Flintstones theme song and Come On Eileen? He was also playing some of the best flamenco music. They definitely earned all the stars and our repeat business. See you soon Sarah. We'll be back for that crème brûlée.

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    Colleen C.

    Came to Eddie Merlot's for NYE dinner. Our server Felipe was wonderful and the chicken I got was juicy and delicious! My favorite part was the bananas foster. Would come back again!

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    Amazing service. Maya was so attentive and the food and service was so great!! We would come back!!!

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    Evolet Eve & Cora Coffee

    Evolet Eve & Cora Coffee

    4.7
    (40 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Cora's by day, Evolet Eve's at night! Warrenville definitely needed exactly this. A coffee shop…read morethat turns into a wine and cocktail lounge? BRILLIANT. The spot itself is decorated beautifully. Indoor and out, this was very well thought out. It is a cute yet sophisticated place to grab coffee (or adult drinks), get some work done, or meet up with a few friends and just enjoy. The outdoor patio is beauuuuutiful. If you look at photos before it was a patio, wowwwww. It needed a lot of TLC and that is exactly what it got. I stopped in during a weekday morning and asked the staff member what was the most popular coffee drink. She said it was the amaretto latte which I did end up ordering. This is probably the only coffee place that carries amaretto syrup. My advice? Get it, you might not be able to try it anywhere else. It's nutty, sweet and delicious. Prices are on the higher side, however, it's a small and locally owned coffee shop. I might be wrong but this might actually be the only small and locally owned coffee shop in Warrenville. Who doesn't love supporting local?

    The drinks are really good and the patio on a sunny day or evening is quite nice. Loved the service…read moretoo. Drinks came quickly. I also forgot my sunglasses and they let us sit at a 4-seated table instead of a 2 on a Fri evening, just so I could have some shade for my eyes. My only reason for a 4 instead of a 5 star is because I really wish they served food for dinner beyond cheese and crackers.

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    They have a few different pre-made cheese trays that were really high quality.
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    Altavida

    Altavida

    3.4
    (13 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Altavida is a new addition to the downtown Naperville area as they have only been open for 3 weeks…read more It has taken over The Craftsman building which offers three floors. Altavida's concepts for the three levels are Publico, Rumba, and Altura. Publico (1st Flr)- A South American fusion of food and drinks that will be rotating. The cocktails will be more tequila and mezcal based and food will be subtly rotated based on trends happening in South America. The food menu currently offers tapas, empanadas, ceviche, guacamoles, larger format meat/seafood entrees, and more. They will have a front of our bar as well as a back bar that will specialize in more coffees/coffee cocktails. Rumba (2nd Flr)- The entertainment floor! There is a separate bar on this floor that will specialize in more Rum based cocktails. Additionally, they will have a wine bar area with wines in tap. Lastly, they will have an open area for live music as well as dancing. Their hope is to have a mix of jazz, club music, salsa dancing options available. Altura (3rd Flr)- This floor is still under construction but will have a rooftop patio. The hope is that this space will be an event space both for public and private events. Back to my experience! My partner and I stopped in for a cocktail and to see what Altavida was about. Our first bartender was very nice but was still getting used to the drink recipes and was leaning on their cheat sheets. While we waited, another bartender kindly told us all about the restaurant and its focus on hospitality. Unfortunately, each bartender had a slightly different explanation of the restaurant's goal concepts which was confusing. We ended up ordering the El Toro and Vaquero (both mezcal drinks). Both were VERY spirit forward to the point that it may have needed better balance. Both drinks had a nice presentation with garnishes, color, and a skull feature at the bottom of the glass. Lastly, we saw many people walk up and look confused as there was no formal host stand. They didn't know if they should seat themselves or wait for someone. Overall, there still seems to be some kinks needing to be worked out as well as some conceptual editing. I feel they are trying to achieve too much and it ends up being confusing for staff and guests. I hope with time, Altavida is extremely successful in the Naperville area and I hope to circle back after some time passes.

    This place is a wonderful addition to DT Naperville! I was able to get a last minute dinner…read morereservation on a Friday night. I arrived at 6:30 and there were plenty of people already in the restaurant, but I was seated promptly. My server Richard came over to greet me right away. He went over the menu options and gave great recommendations. We put our order in pretty quickly because we've been to tapas restaurants before. I loved the modern decor and lively music being played. The place is truly colorful and has a very energetic vibe. The service was excellent. Everyone was extremely kind and happy to help. Edwin, the general manager was so friendly and accommodating by making sure that everything was to our liking. He is a gem. My husband and I ordered a few different tapas to share. We started with the empanadas and they were truly 10/10, highly recommend! We had the beef and chicken with the chimichurri sauce. We also tried the papas bravas and those were delicious as well. They are spicy and have a nice kick. The portion is pretty big and shareable. Last, we had chicken en mole. Omg, so good! They knocked it out of the park with this one. The presentation is very pleasing and the flavor is 10/10! I'm a hot sauce girly and even carry it in my bag just in case. The sauce they had in the dish was so good that I didn't even think about adding hot sauce! The rice and chicken along with the sauce is chef's kiss. I also tried the Brussels sprouts but they were my least favorite of everything. They should go back to the drawing board on that one. The drinks we had were solid. My husband had an espresso martini and dragonfruit margarita, while I had a mango margarita. All were good. Needless to say, I had an amazing evening at Altavida! The dancing on the second floor was also very fun and entertaining. I will definitely be a regular here!

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    Proof No. 5

    Proof No. 5

    4.1
    (108 reviews)
    5.3 mi

    Update 2/2026 Proof…read moreNo. 5 has officially become one of my all-time suburban favorites. I've been here many times for brunch and dinner, and it truly never disappoints. This visit was extra meaningful because they quite literally saved my birthday evening. We had reservations at the new Bien Trucha in Wheaton, only to arrive and find it closed... with no notice. Not exactly festive. Enter Proof No. 5, swooping in like the culinary hero of the night. We enjoyed an exquisite tuna crudo, rich and beautifully balanced, and meatballs over polenta that felt like comfort dressed up for a celebration. The medallions with mushrooms and three sauces were excellent, layered, and deeply satisfying. And the cocktails? Some of the best crafted in the suburbs. Thoughtful, balanced, and dangerously easy to order a second. Warm atmosphere, consistently great food, and a team that delivers every time. We'll keep coming back. And back. And back.

    Our waiter Brandon was amazing and was very helpful to my friend that has celiac/Gluten Free…read more Decor is modern and upscale. Found out this place is closing soon and really sad I can't try all their dishes. Shared the Whipped Feta with olive spread on naan bread and gluten free bread. Really delicious and light and creamy. Had the wagon rider non alcoholic cocktail. Hint of raspberry and lime. My main meal I had the roasted beets salad and added salmon. Had the right amount of dressing. There were air dried and roasted beets. Get the crunch from air dried beets and pistachios. Also had a Light sweet taste. Have option to add steak, salmon, or chicken. Choose the salmon and was cooked perfectly. Very flaky and moist. There is free parking on the streets and not far from the parking garage.

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    Very fun vibe with comfy chairs/seating, high end touches that make you feel like you're in a true upscale restaurant!
    Very fun vibe with comfy chairs/seating, high end touches that make you feel like you're in a true upscale restaurant!
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    Santo Cielo

    4.0
    (356 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$$

    Let me start by saying this is the best dining experience in 2026 for me so far. Our attendant,…read moreMaria, was fantastic. She was very attentive and recommended some really good dishes. The venue was very nice at the top of a hotel with a very nice view of Naperville and the Riverwalk. Let's start with my favorite dishes. The mahi mahi ceviche, braised beef, and octopus dish was fantastic. The braised beef was cooked perfectly, ceviche was popping with flavor and the octopus was very fresh. We did get the skirt steak and branzino. The skirt steak was a little bit overcooked to my liking. The Branzino was perfectly cooked and crispy but the portion was small.. But the best thing was that dessert. We had some type of pudding cake that was soaked in eggnog with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on it. It was fantastic. Best dessert in a long time. Definitely will be hitting this place up again

    Had dinner at Santa Cielo in Naperville and honestly it blew us away…read more We ordered the empanadas, shrimp tacos, hanger steak, pork shank, and a few cocktails and every single thing that came to the table was incredible. Not one miss. The empanadas were perfectly crisp and packed with flavor, the shrimp tacos were fresh and balanced, the hanger steak was cooked exactly right, and the pork shank was fall-apart tender and easily one of the best dishes we've had in a long time. The cocktails were just as good as the food, which says a lot. You can tell there's real attention to detail across the whole menu. On top of that, the space itself is beautiful. Really unique interior, great atmosphere, and an awesome view right over the river that makes the whole experience feel even more special. It's rare to go somewhere where the food, drinks, and atmosphere all hit this level. Santa Cielo absolutely delivered. One of the best dining experiences we've had in the suburbs and we'll definitely be back.

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    Davanti Enoteca

    4.0
    (106 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We came here to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We had an early-ish reservation at 5:30pm in the…read moremiddle of the week so it was on the quieter side, which we absolutely loved. Service was great! Everyone was friendly and prompt and wanted to make sure we had a great meal. This is what we ordered: * Nonna's Meatballs * Pear & Fennel Salad (walnuts on the side) * Focaccia di Recco (requested with prosciutto & arugula) * Linguine alle vongole I also ordered an Almafi Spritz (zero proof) which was wonderful and bright a slice of Italy to Chicago's suburbia. The food was fresh and delicious. I recalled a Davanti location in Chicago but never had the chance to check it out, so this was my first time and it was great! The atmosphere is chic and the food was excellent, but not in a flashy, overdone, complicated way, just real good, made in house, hearty Italian fare. The Focaccia Di Recco was AMAZING. Yes, all caps. We packed up half of it to take home and it was still great the next day (reheated and then toasted in our mini counter oven/fryer). If you order just one thing here, let it be this focaccia dish. I understand why it's popular and I blurted out loud several times while eating this in restaurant: "on my god" it was truly divine. As my husband said, "this food might be better than what we had in Italy..." and I don't disagree. The kitchen does not do split portions for pasta but they were able to bring out 2 plates for us to split ourselves. This is a great spot for date night, a ladies night out, or a solo wine & dine at the bar. I can't believe I didn't come sooner. Plus, it's located right next to a parking garage which made our night out really convenient! We can't wait to come back! Five shining stars.

    Always perfect pasta, fabulous service, and a great location. Julia was our server and was so…read moregracious and funny. She also treated us with a Lemonchello shot for my birthday.

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    Prosciutto focaccia- 10/10
    Prosciutto focaccia- 10/10
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