Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Riverside, Chicago / Illinois

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1. The Chew Chew

4.8

Exceptional(1883)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Riverside

Booked 6 times today

Celebrating 30 years of great food & hospitality in the heart of Riverside, IL. Located one-mile east of Brookfield Zoo, 5 miles from Midway airport and a short train ride from the Loop. The Chew Chew features a seasonal menu, multi-level dining room, vibrant bar & a cozy outdoor patio (weather permitting). Awarded "Best of Chicago" by Chicago Magazine & Open Table's "Neighborhood Gem". Happy Hour offered 4:00-5:30pm with beer, wine & cocktail features. Call us at 708-447-8781 for further assistance. We look forward to serving you.

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2. Girl & the Goat

4.7

Exceptional(15980)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • West Loop

Booked 248 times today

Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

3. Creepies

4.6

Exceptional(344)

$$$$

• Bistro • West Loop

Booked 57 times today

Creepies is a new neighborhood bistro in Chicago’s West Loop by Chefs David and Anna Posey, with Chef de Cuisine Tayler Ploshehanski leading the kitchen. When choosing a name for the new space, what started as an inside joke between David and Anna quickly stuck as a team favorite. Creepies promises warm bistro vibes with plenty of midwestern charm - totally not creepy!

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4. Village Pub North Riverside

5.0

Exceptional(32)

$$$$

• Italian • Berwyn

Booked 4 times today

Don’t let the name fool you—Village Pub is more than just your average bar.We’re a welcoming neighborhood spot where quality food, exceptional service, and a lively atmosphere come together. From chef-driven comfort Italian classics to handcrafted cocktails, everything we serve is made with care and intention (and a heavy pour). Whether you're here for a family dinner, date night, daily special or to catch live music with friends, you’ll feel right at home.Enjoy our cozy outdoor patio when the weather’s nice, or host your next celebration in our private party room—perfect for birthdays, showers, and special gatherings. Locally loved and family operated, Village Pub is where community meets elevated pub fare—with a side of fun.

5. Antico Posto

4.7

Exceptional(7177)

$$$$

• Italian • Oak Brook

Booked 127 times today

Antico Posto, “The Old Spot”, is an intimate Italian Cafe and Wine Bar carefully hidden in Oakbrook Center Mall. The neighborhood restaurant boasts a warm, and inviting atmosphere combined with simple Italian comfort food. Make yourself comfortable in one of the many booths, or enjoy the private dining space for celebrations and special occasions. House specialties include fresh mozzarella, hand-crafted pasta, brick-oven pizza and house-made gelato. The wine list features more than 30 Italian and domestic selections available by the glass, 1/2 bottle and bottle. Signature dishes include Caprese, Margherita Pizza, Gnocchi Delicati, Classic Spaghetti Bolognese, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Raguso and Specialty Risotto.

6. Mattone

4.9

Exceptional(980)

$$$$

• Italian • La Grange

Booked 1 time today

Mattone Restaurant and Bar will gain its popularity over the years as a place where patrons come to enjoy food and beverages of the finest quality, served with hospitality and good spirits. Come see what everyone is talking about!!!

7. Lavergne's Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(181)

$$$$

• American • Berwyn

Booked 3 times today

Nestled in the heart of Berwyn, Lavergne’s Tavern blends historic charm with a modern, welcoming vibe. Opened in 2016 in the former Garv’s Inn, a beloved gathering spot since the ’60s, it preserves its roots with restored tin ceilings, original hardwood floors, and a stunning bar handcrafted from reclaimed black walnut.With a perfect mix of cozy and lively, the space offers high-top bar seating and family-friendly tables, making it ideal for date nights, group outings, or casual meals.The menu is elevated yet approachable, featuring shareable appetizers and hearty entrées crafted with quality ingredients. A must-try is the Italian Beef Egg Roll, a fusion of tender Italian beef, zesty giardiniera, spicy queso, and Monterey Jack, served with rich au jus. As one guest put it, it’s “life-changing.”Whether sipping craft beer, enjoying a cocktail, or savoring bold flavors, every visit to Lavergne’s Tavern feels like a neighborhood gathering.

8. Mart Anthony's

4.8

Exceptional(1958)

$$$$

• Italian • West Loop

Booked 28 times today

Mart Anthony's is a classic Italian restaurant that serves up comfort food. The reviews rave about the 'comfortable environment', 'excellent service', and 'delicious food'. The restaurant's 'old-school Italian' family recipes like Braciole and Stuffed Artichoke make it a place where you can expect hearty portions and familiar flavors. One reviewer noted that it reminded them of Italian restaurants they visited growing up, making it a comforting and nostalgic dining experience.

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9. Mariscos San Pedro

4.6

Exceptional(303)

$$$$

• Mexican • Pilsen

Booked 18 times today

Mariscos San Pedro is a new Mexican seafood restaurant located in the heart of Pilsen neighborhood in the former Dusek’s restaurant space. Featuring sustainably sourced seafood, a finely curated wine list, seasonal cocktails, and superb spirit list from the trios of chefs of the acclaimed Le Bouchon, Obelix, and Taqueria Chingon. Within the same walls you will find premier music venue Thalia Hall, cocktail bar Punch House, and piano bar Tack Room.

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10. Blue Fire Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(125)

$$$$

• Contemporary Italian • Oak Park

Booked 5 times today

Blue Fire is located in Elmwood Park, Illinois, and specializes in serving authentic European cuisine. This restaurant offers catering services and is perfect for family dinners, business meetings, or meeting with friends. Blue Fire also offers packages for private events.The menu at Blue Fire includes main dishes, salads, pastas, seafood, burgers, shawarma, pizzas, desserts, and much more. We also have a children's menu and vegetarian dishes. Popular dishes include rigatoni alla vodka, Alfredo pasta, pork medallions, steak, beef stroganoff, dark side of the sea, arugula fusion roast beef, and fried calamari. Offered desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake, medovik, and mille-feuille.

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Javier
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Girl and the Goat is the GOAT! I had a reunion with a close friend and both of us had a wonderful time! The staff were amazing and kind! The food items were amazing, I wish I could’ve ordered every single thing to try! I’ll definitely be returning! The aesthetic was on point and drinks were nicely balanced!
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Girl & the Goat$$$$• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.7
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William
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always great, it’s the entire package that makes the dining experience a great one, rather than one single part.
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Mattone$$$$• Italian• La Grange
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4.9
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Karin
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We love The Chew Chew in Riverside. It is a great place for a special occasion or just a casual meal. We just celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary there. I had the chimichuri steak with mashed sweet potatoes and Chris had the halibut and mushroom risotto. Bothering was delicious! We have never had a bad experience. I highly recommend it.
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The Chew Chew$$$$• Contemporary American• Riverside
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4.8
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Carm
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 21, 2026
It is always delicious there. We go all of the time. We love it there
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Village Pub North Riverside$$$$• Italian• Berwyn
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5
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Tim
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2026
Simply great food on an outdoor patio on a beautiful night! You have to go sometime!!
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Lavergne's Tavern$$$$• American• Berwyn
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4.8

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