Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in Joliet

We've collected top 10 mentioned must try restaurants in Joliet from other articles such as The Nomadic Vegan, PureWow, Resy | Right This Way, including seafood, with a view, and different cuisines.

Top Best Restaurants in Joliet

Virtue Restaurant
Virtue Restaurant
4.6 (473 ratings)
Hearty Southern cooking paired with wines & cocktails in funky-chic quarters with an open kitchen.
1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Restaurant
Daley's Restaurant
Daley's Restaurant
4.3 (1917 ratings)
Historic diner serving up a variety of homestyle classics & soul food, from waffles to pork chops.
6257 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
American restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
Chicago's best breakfast: sweet or savory, classic American to exotic
"John Daley, an Irish ironworker who came to Chicago to work on building the elevated line, saw a need for a restaurant to feed all the men constructing the University of Chicago, The World's Columbian Exposition and the Rapid Transit Line. More than 100 years later, hungry diners are delighting the "famous" club breakfast ordered by the number. The Number 1 is an egg with your choice of meat (including sausage, bacon, salt pork, chopped steak, hot links, smoked ham or a well-seasoned salmon patty) plus toast or biscuits."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The 20 Most Iconic Diners in Chicago, 2018 Edition
"Nestled in the heart of the South Side, Daley’s has been serving residents homestyle fare since 1892. Generations upon generations of Chicagoans have grown up on its skillets, waffles, chicken wings, and patty melts. If that doesn’t whet the appetite, daily specials like boiled turkey necks, chicken and dumplings, and braised oxtail stew rise above the diner norm."
Valois Restaurant
Valois Restaurant
4.5 (1565 ratings)
A counter-service smorgasbord of American comfort food served in a casual, muraled space. Cash only.
1518 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
American restaurantBreakfast restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Famous Iconic Chicago Restaurants
"This cafeteria-style establishment is known for their comfortable atmosphere and even more comforting food: mashed potatoes and gravy, patty melts, barbecue chicken, meatloaf, short rib, and more, all scooped up and piled high on your tray. You can also order one of President Obama’s favorites, like the steak and eggs with hashbrowns. Expect to stand in line with neighborhood regulars, students from the nearby university, and visitors who flock to this Hyde Park institution."
Mentioned by Food52
The Top 10 Restaurants in Chicago Right Now
"President Obama cites Valois, a cafeteria-style restaurant, as one of his favorite spots in the city. He likes their breakfast, specifically the eggs and turkey sausage. Open since 1921 (making its home in a few locations over the years), the open kitchen churns out daily specials like prime rib, corned beef and cabbage, patty melts, rice pudding, and peach cobbler."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The 20 Most Iconic Diners in Chicago, 2018 Edition
"It's counter-service only but Hyde Park’s beloved institution has all the makings of a greasy spoon. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served cafeteria-style and customers should look forward to reliable omelets, a mean plate of steak and eggs, and daily specials like lamb shank spaghetti. Need more convincing?"
The Woodlawn
The Woodlawn
4.4 (156 ratings)
1200 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619, USA
RestaurantEvent venue
Mentioned by PureWow
The 25 Best Patio Restaurants in Chicago for Outdoor Dining
"This event space and community center—home to a tech incubator, podcast studio, art gallery, and more—now welcomes visitors to its new rooftop patio. Brothers’ on the Wall has taken up residence in the kitchen to whip up platters of rib tips, jerk chicken, catfish steaks and more. Share an order of fries with your friends and do a show-and-tell of what you’ve brought to drink at this BYOB-friendly spot."
Birrieria Zaragoza
Birrieria Zaragoza
4.5 (1202 ratings)
Family-run Mexican joint offering comfort food made with goat meat in a cozy, counter-serve setup.
4852 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
Mexican restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 39 best restaurants in Chicago you have to try
"A family-owned Mexican spot in Archer Heights that's the G.O.A.T. when it comes to goat meat. Why we love it: Thick handmade tortillas, salsas made to order, bright-pink agua fresca—you can get all of that to go. Their only purpose, however, is to accompany the restaurant’s signature platters of chopped goat meat."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
38 Standout Dining Destinations in Chicago
"Head to the Southwest Side near Midway International Airport for goat that isn’t labeled as the latest food trend. There’s a simple menu packed with deep flavors here. The handmade tortillas and accouterments represents a signature Chicago meal at this family-run restaurant."
Vie
Vie
4.8 (262 ratings)
Farm-to-table fine dining in an elegant, warm space with white tablecloths & black banquettes.
4471 Lawn Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558, USA
Fine dining restaurantBarCocktail barRestaurant
Mentioned by gayot.com
2021 Best American Restaurants Chicago
"GAYOT presents the Wine of the Week, featuring tasting notes as well as history on the vineyards and winemaker. For those that love chocolate and whiskey, this is a match made in heaven.Read GAYOT's review. © Copyright © 1996-2021 GAYOT All Rights Reserved GAYOT (pronounced guy-OH)   The Guide To The Good Life - All Rights Reserved - Terms of Use - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy"
Mary's Morning Mixup
Mary's Morning Mixup
4.6 (717 ratings)
Comfy American eatery offering hearty breakfast & lunch fare with housemade soups & desserts.
9110 Broadway Ave, Brookfield, IL 60513, USA
Breakfast restaurantRestaurant
Porkchop Hyde Park
Porkchop Hyde Park
3.4 (548 ratings)
Classic American BBQ joint with woodsy-chic decor, plus a stage for live music & late-night hours.
5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Barbecue restaurantBarCocktail barRestaurantSeafood restaurantSouthern restaurant (US)
Cafe 63
Cafe 63
4.5 (237 ratings)
6411 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60638, USA
Brunch restaurantBreakfast restaurantDinerRestaurant
S2 Express Grill
S2 Express Grill
4 (242 ratings)
5058 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Restaurant

Top Best Italian Restaurants in Joliet

Vito & Nick's Pizzeria
Vito & Nick's Pizzeria
4.4 (1556 ratings)
Family-owned, South Side institution serving up thin-crust pizza & Italian favorites since 1932.
8433 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60652, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Chicago
The 39 best restaurants in Chicago you have to try
"Why we love it: Serving pies since 1949 (although this location opened in ’65), Vito and Nick’s is a Chicago tradition. The cracker-thin, tavern-style crust is loaded up with rich red sauce, gooey mozzarella and fennel-flecked sausage chunks; test the limits with a few more toppings—we like mushroom, pepper, onion and black olives on ours. For the complete experience, stop by to sip an ice-cold Old Style in the dining room while catching a glimpse of the Bears or Sox game on TV."
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
38 Standout Dining Destinations in Chicago
"For many South Siders, Vito & Nick’s is the epitome of Chicago with its crispy thin-crust pizza (known as tavern-style or “party cut”). Frosty mugs of beer make the square-cut slices taste better in a dining room that looks like a classic ‘70s-style basement. They’ve been around for 100 years, and they don’t skimp on the toppings."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
The First Timer’s Guide To Eating In Chicago - Chicago
"Yes, deep dish is the type of pizza that Chicago is known for. But much like how Queen’s “We Will Rock You” was originally a B-side to “We Are The Champions”, Chicago’s legendary cracker-style thin crust can’t be ignored. And that’s what you’ll find at Vito and Nick’s in Ashburn."
Nella Pizza e Pasta
Nella Pizza e Pasta
4.4 (543 ratings)
Neapolitan pies from a special oven, pasta, antipasti & salads pair with cocktails & Cal-Ital wines.
1125 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Italian restaurantLunch restaurantPizza restaurant
Davanti Enoteca
Davanti Enoteca
4.6 (486 ratings)
Charming restaurant with stone & wood aplenty serving wine & inventive Italian fare.
800 Hillgrove Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558, USA
Italian restaurantWine bar
Mentioned by Spoon University
The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago, According to a Local
"Davanti Enoteca is a small plate Italian restaurant with locations in Chicago and in San Diego. The Focaccia Di Recco (flatbread filled with ricotta and topped with honeycomb) might be the greatest thing on the menu. They also serve Glazed & Infused doughnuts, which are another Chi-Town fave."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
15 Best Italian Restaurants to Try in Chicago
"Davanti Enoteca is an Italian restaurant that is located in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. This restaurant offers a streamlined menu with dishes that pack a punch— from the Truffle Egg Toast to the Della Terra pizza, diners can expect interesting flavor combinations here."

Best Nightlife in Joliet

nana
nana
4.3 (816 ratings)
Bright cafe with a seasonal patio cooking up American & Mexican fare for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
3267 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Brunch restaurantBarLatin American restaurant
Mentioned by Secret Chicago
The Ultimate Chicago Brunch List: The Top 20 Best Breakfast & Brunch Spots In Chicago
"Frequently recognized as one of Chicago’s best brunch spots, the family-owned Nana in Bridgeport has just reopened in May 2021. Boasting a delicious brunch menu made with sustainably and ethically sourced organic ingredients from local farmers, Nana offers a unique array of Mexican-American food. There are some extraordinary Latin-influenced brunch options that you’re unlikely to find anywhere else in the Windy City."
Mentioned by The Autobarn Volkswagen of Countryside
4 Best Family Restaurants in Chicago | VW of Countryside
"This organic, sustainable Bridgeport eatery is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They feature everything from a fresh veggie burger to a cubano pulled pork sandwich to pan-seared salmon and BBQ braised pork. Their food is sourced directly from farmers and orchards in the Midwest, including 9 in the greater Chicago area."
Woodlawn Tap
Woodlawn Tap
4.3 (274 ratings)
Neighborhood cash-only watering hole that's a hangout for the University of Chicago community.
1172 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Bar
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
The 28 Essential Bars in Chicago
"Locals still tell friends to meet them at “Jimmy’s” the name of the the bar’s former owner (Jimmy Wilson died in 1999). Regardless, this tried and true dive bar has provided a meeting point for generations of college students, professors, and Hyde Park residents. Pitchers of beer are popular here as are the burgers."
5 Rabbit Cervecería
5 Rabbit Cervecería
4.7 (197 ratings)
Latin American microbrewery with a cozy tasting room featuring a rotating selection of house beers.
6398 74th St, Bedford Park, IL 60638, USA
BreweryBarBeer store
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
Chicago Breweries with Incredible Taprooms | Craft Beer
"The first Latin American-inspired brewery in the U.S., 5 Rabbit infuses Hispanic culture into American beer styles. The brews, named for days on the Aztec calendar, include an avocado stout, Mexican lager, and fruit-forward styles inspired by Mexican paletas. Try them all in their cozy taproom — they’re the perfect complement to the tacos (served on Thursday evenings) and tamales (every Saturday afternoon)."

Top Best American Restaurants in Joliet

5 Loaves Eatery
5 Loaves Eatery
4.3 (967 ratings)
Low-key, family-run spot serving hearty Southern-style comfort food for breakfast & lunch.
405 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619, USA
Breakfast restaurantAmerican restaurantCaterer
The Polo Inn
The Polo Inn
4.7 (254 ratings)
American spot attached to a B&B offering Angus steaks, a full bar & Sunday gospel brunch since 1985.
3322 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
American restaurantCafe
Mentioned by VacationIdea
22 Perfect Restaurants & Bars in Chicago
"If you are looking for a casual place for lunch, check out The Polo Café. Stop in for the crème brûlée French toast or the pan-seared salmon fillet, and don’t miss the “Taste of Chicago” sliced mozzarella bread. If you really want a one-of-a-kind visit to the Polo Café, they also have a “Gospel Sing-Along Brunch” every Sunday morning."
The Chew Chew
The Chew Chew
4.6 (359 ratings)
Upscale American chow in train-inspired digs, with two floors & vintage travel-related decor.
33 E Burlington St, Riverside, IL 60546, USA
American restaurant
Mentioned by OpenTable
The Most Famous Restaurants in Chicago
"The Chew Chew in Riverside started as a small sandwich shop in 1996. Its popularity required a move to its current two-story space, a charming venue adorned with vintage railroad d..."

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