A cute, intimate place off the beaten path for a really good glass of wine and relaxation. We had…read morenever been here and happened to see it driving by. Reviews were good so we came in on a Monday evening. The interior is so cute! Velvety comfy green chairs at the wine bar, smaller lounge tables and couches in the rest of the place. There is a separate room for gaming. We sat at the bar and were warmly greeted by Aria L. She was so courteous and helpful, offering us suggestions on the wines and snacks. They have a great happy hour from 4-7p for $20 wine bottle which is fantastic. The house white was good, although they ran out after a glass and I went for the Simi sauvignon blanc which was so good. The parmesan truffle fries are a MUST. Just $8.99 for a nice sized bowl of crisp, tasty fries with fresh parmesan shaved on top. MM! I had the 12" cheese lovers pizza which had burrata cheese on top oh my GOSH that is gooooood. It's rich so I had plenty of leftovers for the next day. My friend got the 12" Diavola pizza which she loved. My other friend got the Italian panini ($13.99) which he said he was not that crazy about, but he did enjoy the atmosphere and the Guiness. It is a chill place to have a nice conversation without having to compete with loud music or chatter. We are planning to revisit the next time I am here, this was a very enjoyable evening.

Super impressed with this new place in town. We went for a glass of wine and some small plates. The…read moreservice was outstanding warm and friendly. The place was relaxing and cozy and welcoming. I do have to say I hated the slots, but that seems to be the thing in North Riverside now. They're turning into a mini Vegas. I will return and sit outside. I need to try the coffee next !

The food here was amazing. On a recent work trip to Chicago, we stopped in at La Parra and left…read moreexcited about the meal. We got to try items that we had not had together before including the goat cheese and tomato sauce with the toasted bread. I personally loved the lamb which was very tender and fell off the bone. The staff were very attentive and friendly. They had a couple large groups that they were able to navigate with ease. They also provided a parting drink for everyone. Our Patas Bravas dish did come out a little late so we were not able to enjoy it as much since we were getting full, but it tasted heavenly with the dipping sauce. If you are in the area, please check them out!

I was actually surprised on the vast menu items they offer from Italian pasta to tapas. Pedro was…read morevery nice to talk to as he introduced us to the specials of the day. The dinning room was fairly large as we walked in and sat close to the door. Pedro gave us the specials of the day and I ordered the seafood risotto ($32). My friend ordered the Fettuccine Fruitti di Mare ($30). Both dishes was good, with the right balance of protein and noodles. My risotto was a bit too cheesy but it was manageable. Service was very good, they stopped by to check on you and replace the dishes if needed. Overall, the food and service was great. There are plenty of street parking around the restaurant. I would come back for more next time.

The doors are locked because they were robbed at gunpoint. I often win, but the crack heads who…read morework there are terrifying. At least they got rid of all the people who came in just for the points and never played. Now I have the guy on Friday using the check in terminals to run up points on people when I'm the only one there.

New owners are fantastic. The guy walks up and introduced himself and threw $5 into everyone's…read moremachine both times he was visiting ( class act) also has been sending out a lot of promos and adding new chips.. Danish.. Etc for everyone's enjoyment. I hope they bring back the Friday full house spin wheel. Really the only downside is parking lot can get full and you have to park in animal hospital lot next door but the 50 ft walk won't kill me lol I will definitely become a regular

I have been wanting to try The Little Gem since Thursday night out when I tried their Wagu Sliders…read moreand Fish & Chips. We visited to celebrate a birthday on a Saturday night with a reservation and were seated by the window to our delight. The ambiance in the restaurant is so cozy and rustic, a wonderful vibe. We were first brought Garlic Pesto Bread that was still warm and delicious. Later we ordered drinks and appetizers. Both the Honey Whipped Goat Cheese and Beet Salad were phenomenal and so unique. For entrees we ordered the Beef Tartare, Caesar Salad with Blackened Salmon (an added request), Italian Sausage Orecchiette, and Braised Beef Short Ribs. Absolutely nothing disappointed and everything our waitress Lauren recommended was spot on. She is a rockstar! For dessert we ordered two chocolate mousses, and Crème Brûlée to share. The perfect way to end our night. This is a great upscale date spot or place to celebrate as it is on the pricier side, but we could not have been happier with our food, service, and overall experience.

I been here twice; one time for breakfast then dinner. Both times the experience was amazing. The…read moreEggs Benedict are one of the best I had. It is a very cute restaurant. I would also recommend getting the Fig and Honey Brie Crostinis.

La Barra was such a perfect spot for a family baby shower. It accommodated a large amount of…read morepeople, had great service, and the ceaser salad was phenomenal!!

Worst. Experience. Ever…read more Horrific service and the whole place smelled musty instead of like pizza. Our waiter completely ignored our table, never brought us water or bread, yet somehow managed to take care of every table around us. At one point, he even took our menu to show another table the desserts and never brought it back. I still can't believe that happened. After waiting nearly an hour, we were served just one appetizer. When we decided not to stay any longer, the waiter actually rolled his eyes. We brought it up to the staff, and all we got was a dismissive "Oh". No effort to fix anything. No effort to get the manager to right the wrongs. Just people giving us dumbfounded looks. Please do not waste your time with this place. People don't deserve to be treated like trash for no reason, especially at a smelly pizza place.

We had a wonderful experience at Cooper's Hawk celebrating my brother-in-law's birthday with a…read moreparty of 7 and a wine tasting. Our server, Liz R., truly went above and beyond! She was incredibly sweet, kind, attentive, and helpful throughout our entire visit. She even surprised us with a complimentary round of the upcoming October wine, which was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture. It was delicious! Thank you, Liz, for making our celebration extra special--we truly appreciated you!

What a great experience at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Oak Park! This was my first time…read morevisiting, and I honestly can't believe I hadn't been before. We came on a Monday evening for a wine tasting, and from beginning to end, the experience was 10/10. Our server, Sparkle, was truly one of the highlights of the evening. She was warm, attentive, knowledgeable, and made the entire wine-tasting experience so much fun. Great customer service can completely shape an experience, and Sparkle definitely delivered. We laughed, enjoyed some amazing wine, and simply had a great time. I also really enjoyed the atmosphere. It's a beautiful space with a relaxed yet elevated feel, making it perfect for a wine night, dinner, girls' night, date night, or even a special event. I could absolutely see myself hosting an event here one day. I will definitely be back whenever I'm in the Oak Park area, and hopefully Sparkle will be there! Such a fun Monday night and an overall wonderful first experience at Cooper's Hawk.

Lemontini was delish! Divey bar with 100 martini flavors. Botanical garden in back! They're…read moreremodeling this month til May

Great staff and great drink selection. The remodel was well worth the wait. The place is beautiful…read more Plenty of different drink selections.

We hosted our wedding ceremony and reception at The Elm at the end of June, and it was an amazing…read moreexperience! Megan was so helpful in bringing together all of our ideas and ensuring we stayed within our budget. We served guests the braised short rib, chicken piccata, and mushroom/spinach risotto- all three of which received rave reviews from our guests. The service staff was an absolute dream. They made sure our guests were well taken care of and ensured that we were fed and never without a drink (shout-out Ivan!). The atmosphere of the rooftop and Madison room created a dreamy summer wedding experience. If we had to do it all again, we'd choose The Elm every time!

I've been wanting to try The Elm for quite a while now since I've heard so many good things. So I…read moredecided to stop in during lunch and wow, I was impressed. From the atmosphere, to the decor to the food, everything just felt right. They currently have their winter menu right now and I ended up ordering the Crispy Buffalo Chicken Wrap with sweet potato fries. Definitely a healthier bite on their menu but it was still packed with so much flavor and the perfect buffalo kick. For appetizers I ordered the Tempura Shrimp and I really liked that ALL the food came out steaming hot. I didn't catch our waitress's name but she was informative and kind from the beginning. She even told us they host comedy shows there, which is such a nice touch. I will definitely be returning, especially once warmer Chicago days arrive and their patio can fully be enjoyed.

What a great new find! We've lived in the area for several years. This place is a half mile from…read morehome, and we'd not seen it until passing by yesterday. Stopped in tonight for my wife's birthday. Food - amazing! Service - beyond amazing! The folks running this place are so personable. We will be back often to sample the rest of the menu!

A gem! The food was delectable. The bread they start you with was nicely soft and warm & the pastas…read morewere so incredibly delicious I was shocked. It's often hard to find a good quality alfredo sauce at restaurants but it truly blew me away and the vodka pasta was also so good. The prices are higher than most but I felt that they gave a very generous serving making it worth the price. The drink was good but I had to get it extra sweet. The restaurant was really quiet for 7 pm on a Friday which was nice as well, it made it more intimate. Interesting service but everyone was very helpful. I left wanting to return asap.

My wife rented the coffee/art room side for my surprise 40th birthday party. It was an excellent…read morespace, and we felt supported in planning at all times. The organization is admittedly a little more laid-back than at other similar spots, but everyone we worked with was kind and supportive. Thank you, Friendly's Tap!

Great vibe they live up to their name from a fellow Californian thank you…read more Bar staff n the live band playing on 4/3 was fantastic.