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    Mother's Apron

    4.5 (74 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Chanse C.

    I came here to try their Korean BBQ but after I saw their menu, I decided to do the box lunch because I don't think I ever had a Korean boxed lunch like this before. The food was amazing and the staff are very nice and extremely helpful. I'd recommend coming with a fiend or a group since the menu is built for servings of two. Of course eating alone isn't too bad, especially if you travel a lot like I do. The place is not too big but their open kitchen is fun to watch.

    Brisket, pumpkin, wagyu rib eye, short rib and king trumpet mushrooms
    Rhonda M.

    Wow what a delicious find. It was like a needle in the haystack. The waitress was very, very attentive and not only answered questions but she helped us with the cooking. The restaurant has a clean line, calming feeling even tho kids were running rampant. The seafood and scallion pancake was my favorite thing. It was delicious and hearty with all the seafood in it. I am sure my husband would argue and say the steaks were phenomenal and they were indeed both tasty and cut like butter. It is not by any means inexpensive but worth every penny.

    Joe C.

    Highly recommend this restaurant! We ordered the Mother's Signature Hanjeongsik ($119.95), which is a set menu for two. Hanjeongsik is a traditional Korean dining with many different small dishes. If you're new to Korean food, I suggest trying bulgogi or BBQ, but this menu was a good choice for us. Each dish was beautifully plated (as shown in my photos/videos), with two portions. The flavors were excellent, and the dish's plating was beautiful, clean, and elegant. The restaurant has an elegant atmosphere, and our server was very friendly and kind. The only thing I would like to point out is that someone tried to clear some dishes a bit early while we were still enjoying them; it seemed like a simple misunderstanding. It would be nicer if everything was cleared after we finished paying. Overall, it was a wonderful dining experience, and I'd be happy to come back again!

    kimchi pancake
    Dina I.

    I went to Mother's Apron for my birthday. Korean food is my love language, my craving, my forever go-to. And right away, the place felt right. Cozy, welcoming, with staff so kind they whipped up a dish not even on the menu, just because we asked. That kind of generosity is rare. The food? Good. Really good, even. But here's the thing. It was missing that unapologetic punch I've come to chase, the deep funk of fermented things, the fiery heat that builds, the soul of a dish that doesn't care if you're ready for it or not. This felt more gentle. Like someone dimmed the volume just enough to keep it safe. It looks Korean. It moves like it. But taste-wise, it leans more "Korean-inspired dinner party" than "Ajummas feeding you like their own." Still, I get it. Not every place is trying to recreate a back-alley joint in Seoul. And for what it's doing, cozy, accessible, and full of heart, it nails it. Just don't come expecting the storm. This is the calm.

    Andrea B.

    Amazing!!!!!! Came here with my husband for lunch and holy yummyness. I got the salmon lunch and my husband got the pork bulgogie lunch. Expensive- yes Worth it- also yes Portions - HUGE! Everything was amazing. There was nothing I didn't enjoy. Lunch came with salad, soup. 6 bonchons, rice and kimchi. Will 100% come back!

    Cici C.

    Definitely a "high end" Korean food place! Normally you'd think only non-Koreans go here but there are ajumma here, so you know it's legit and meets the standard. We tried the preset Korean set meals, and each dish came out in pairs. We liked the variety and presentation. The fried fish was really good, but does have bones that are not soft enough to swallow so it is a bit laborious to eat for people who aren't used to it. The beef burger paddies were tender. The japchae was good, not overwhelming with sesame flavor but still has enough depth of flavor. The kimchi with and without red pepper were both pretty light, which I prefer. Although I still like SGD's more. They have the kids pumpkin soup which was so nice! Kids didn't like it as much but it's really delicious to adults, sweet and creamy. The smoked salmon and salad is not bad but doesn't seem very Korean, it's just fancy. The egg pancake was very good, except it's spicy cuz it has red pepper in it. The steamed mandu is spicy too as it has kimchi inside. The soy bean tofu soup was also spicy because of the jalapeños. We ended up ordering soy garlic fried chicken, but it's still spicy haha. I didn't like the soy garlic as much here cuz it's a bit too sweet/overpowering. Still really good just I would preferred less. The pickled side dish uses the purple radish/daikon instead, which is more unique but I think the flavor is different so we weren't used to it as much. We know Korean food typically has more spicy stuff than it is not, so we are just glad to find some banchan options that the kids can eat. The bibimbap has a lot of unique veggies, the ones you would see in more authentic places. It also has a ground beef saucy red paste that has a fermented soy flavor that is also really good that you don't see in other places. Everything was prepared well which I think justifies the price. This place is definitely 1.5x the prices of other Korean places in/around Niles/Glenview area. Overall, we were pretty happy with what we got! It also has a huge selection of everything else too.

    Stella W.

    Love the ambiance and the service. Very thorough. The banchan, the fresh sesame leaves and lettuce, along with the fresh wasabi was the highlight honestly. The meat quality is at par with most of the good Korean bbq in the area...most of the Korean restaurants don't come with the sesame leaves for wrapping but this one does. The fresh wasabi added another dimension to the meat..love it. The soup it came with was very tasty as well! Felt home made. It's a bit pricier than your average Korean restaurant but I think it's worth it for the quality and service and not smelling like kbbq afterward :)

    Dining area with cook tops in middle of tables, if you want to cook your own meat.
    Jackie S.

    We tried Mother's Apron in Deer Park. Being a lover of Korean BBQ, we were delighted to find this place. The atmosphere is modern and hip. See pics. We ordered the Bulgogi dinners with the additional side vegetable dishes that come with the meal. It was good and tasty. The restaurant was fairly busy with lots of servers running here and there. The tables were about 50% full with more people trickling in as we were seated. The ambience was cool and comfortable. The servers were friendly and busy. The service wasn't as I had expected, but not awful, just a bit slow when waiting for our check. It was quite expensive, as I had expected. Overall, it was a nice place to get Korean food.

    Beef Bulgogi
    Rebecca A.

    Very fresh and filling lunch, a little on the pricier side, but it's more fine dining. The ambience is high-end. Hours are tough they close in between lunch and dinner.

    Dumplings & Seafood Scallion Pancake
    Jean K.

    The best korean restaurant serving authentic Korean food. Took me back to my days in Korea. Pricey but worth it for the great quality and attention to detail. The restaurant is always clean and not loud.

    Hanjeongsik
    Darryl A.

    The family had a wonderful meal with some of the best service we've ever received. We did lunch and my daughter and I did the Mother's Signature Hanjeongsik. It was a tasting menu of Korean delicacies and an awesome experience. Our server explained every dish and even how to best eat them. Other members had the Chicken Bulgogi and dumplings. All the food was fantastic. This was one of the best restaurant experiences I've had. Go if you can.

    Linda C.

    Came here with my mom for a mother daughter date and it was good before the dinner storm. Make sure to make a reservation prior to going. They will be asking you if you have a reservation. Once the restaurant was getting busier, service took longer. We waited roughly 10 mins just to get our check. The food was decently good; it wasn't sweet like other Korean restaurants make it to be which was good. Not sure if they do refills on the side dishes as we didn't get any refills. The stone bibimbap wasn't even cooked well where the rice is crispy on the bottom. The braised galbi was good but there is only 4 pieces for $30 something. Not sure if it's worth coming again but it's a good experience to go at least once.

    Jeannie Y.

    If you're searching for a Korean restaurant that doesn't just serve food but celebrates the full spectrum of Korean cuisine, look no further than Mother's Apron. Tucked away a bit from downtown but conveniently located if you're in the suburbs like Schaumburg (Japantown) or Glenview (aka our unofficial K-Town), this place is worth every minute of the drive. Walking into Mother's Apron feels like stepping into a pristine hanok-inspired dining space--immaculately clean, neatly organized, and humming with calm hospitality. The service is top-notch, the kind where servers anticipate your needs before you even look up. Warm, attentive, and genuine, just like your Korean auntie would treat you at home. Now let's talk food--because that's what this place is really about. Whether you're here to grill your own meats K-BBQ style, or you're more in the mood to order à la carte dishes or thoughtfully curated set menus, you won't be disappointed. It's one of those rare places that offers nearly every dish Korean cuisine has to offer, and still nails them all. From bubbling stews like kimchu jjigae, perfectly crispy pajeon, and generous banchan that actually taste homemade--not mass-prepped--you can taste the love and effort in each bite. If you're new to Korean food, this is a fantastic place to explore. And if you're Korean or have traveled in Korea, this is one of the very few spots that might actually make you feel like you're back in Seoul--without the jet lag. It's rare to find a place that balances authenticity, variety, cleanliness, and service this well, but Mother's Apron pulls it off with grace. Honestly? Probably one of the best Korean restaurants in Illinois.

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