Location: Darien
Top Restaurants in Darien
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Where to eat American food in Darien: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Find out what American restaurants to try in Darien. Darien is a city in DuPage County, Illinois, USA. The population was 22,086 at the 2010 census.
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10. Downers Delight Pancake House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By Karen S
We stopped in on a Sunday afternoon for breakfast. We were seated quickly. Our server came over right away for drink orders. When I ordered my veggie skillet without mushrooms, she was so quick to ask me how I wanted my eggs, she seemed to have not heard no mushrooms. When I discovered the mushrooms in my food, it was quickly redone. Not being a fan of hashbrowns, I was glad to see that there was a skillet potato option, although you have to request those, even for the skillets. Overall, an enjoyable meal.
9. Zazzoâs Pizza and Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 34 reviews
Zazzo's has served hot, fresh pizza, pasta, and bar favorites in Darien, IL for over 25 years! Check out our weekday lunch buffet in our urban space.
Reviewed By kjm445
Went here because we heard the pizza was great but we were not really impressed. They definitely have the bar atmosphere and an extensive menu for dining. Everything is way overpriced for the location/quality/quantity. $20 range for a cheese pizza. Pizza is alright but nothing proprietary. Ours was under-baked. Also had minestrone soup - 0 flavor. Eggplant sub had more fried batter than actual eggplant on it, couldn't find the eggplant. Mostaccioli was also rough. Unfortunately the service was not great either. We called ahead to order our pizza because we heard it takes a while, and then took about 25 minutes for the two entrees we ordered at the restaurant, when only one other table was there. Really, truly, so many better options out there than here. Maybe order their pizza for carry-out, but still way over-priced.We appreciate the review and truly apologize for your experience. If you check our Facebook page or website we have many great coupons and offers that can lower the bill! We hope you give it a look and see us again soon!
8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
Overall Ratings
4 based on 339 reviews
They have multiple locations, in Burr Ridge, Orland Park, South Barrington, Wheeling, Indianapolis
Reviewed By markrW2832XV
First time dinners at Cooper's Hawk. We had a pleasant dinner with friends on Sunday evening. Our friends are members so we enjoyed the wine options and was very pleased. Service was excellent, our server was very helpful, attentive and knowledgable about the wine offerings and menu. Our meal was a little less than what we expected. Our pasta was not fully cooked so that made the experience a little disappointing and not worth what we paid.
7. All Aboard Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By IlliniTrav
Five stars... not for the food, not for the service, but because our granddaughter had fun here. There was about a 15 minute wait on a Saturday for lunch, but a small train occupies the little guys while they wait. My husband and I agreed that our food was good, especially the fruit cup that can be requested instead of chips. A woman waiting in line with us had been here multiple times and raved about the food. I was impressed that they made a big deal about birthdays and made the birthday kids feel special. I'm sure our granddaughter will want to return.
6. Jameson's Charhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By djcc77
Our group of eight always enjoys a dinner get-together at Jameson's. We do try to schedule around their busier times as they do fill up and seating for so many could be challenging. Dinner includes hot bread, large bowl of very good soup (two choices), and a nice salad. Everyone in our group is satisfied with choices ranging from fish, pork chops, ribs, and, of course, steak. Price is fair and atmosphere inviting.
5. Jam & Jelly
Overall Ratings
4 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By awjabs2018
We've been regulars for years, actually since they opened. Yes, we arrived early knowing we would have to wait to get a table for 6 and we had no problem waiting. But to make a special request on an off holiday/regular Sunday and be told "even though half your party is here, we can't seat til everyone is here" is BS (our other half arrived at our prearranged time). But a big thank you to owner, Teddy, for recognizing us and helping seat us, w/ the rest of our party arriving 5 minutes later. Hostesses-come on. You're coming across rude and cold. Sorry, Teddy, but you've lost a customer for a while.
4. Home Run Inn Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 88 reviews
Home Run Inn's three Chicago pizza restaurants and six in the Chicagoland area give you plenty of places to try our authentic homemade pizza. Or enjoy our frozen pizza made with the same all-natural ingredients, homemade sauces and sausage without a singl
Reviewed By Lisa P
We hosted my mom's 70th birthday at the HRI in Darien. Debbie was our server and amazing! Their were 21 people and we had plenty of food! No one went home hungry, matter of fact most took home leftovers. It was just a pleasant event with no issue.
3. Dell Rheaâs Chicken Basket
Overall Ratings
4 based on 334 reviews
Dell Rhea's Chicken Basket is a historic roadhouse on the famous Route 66 specializing in fried chicken and American comfort food. Enjoy a vast array of dining pleasures including the Famous Fried Chicken in a Basket - a half fresh Grade-A chicken cut int
Reviewed By Phil S
Always fun to visit a Diners, Drive Ins and Dives location and this location didn't disappoint. The famous chicken dinner states it takes 30 mins, so place your order and relax with the soup and salad bar. If you're in a hurry this isn't the place to visit. But so very much worth the wait. Service is friendly and makes sure you're taken care of. Menu has so many good things it will take more than one visit for sure
2. Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 178 reviews
BBQ, Cajun & Southern Cuisine. Serving breakfast on the weekends only; Over 120 Craft beers with 31 on tap! We do carry-out, delivery, catering, in-house parties, and banquets.
Reviewed By Allen21096
Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe is located in the same building as the Chateau Orleans banquet hall. We attended a memorial luncheon for a co-worker and found that the luncheon menu was directly from Chuck's Southern Comfort Cafe. For Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe there is an outdoor patio that is shaded that fronts on Cass Ave. As you walk in to the main entrance, if you go to the left you are in the banquet hall, but if you go to the right, you are in Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe. We started with soup and salad. We had browned chicken, pulled pork and mashed potatoes. The chicken was tender, as was the pulled pork. Really good for a catered luncheon. The staff was pleasant and efficient. Though we have been to the other Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe in Burban, this Darien location is a bit closer, so I'm sure that we'll be back.
1. Blueberry Hill Pancake House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By 169edv
There are 8 of these in Illinois. None of them look the same. This is a good one. Breakfast here can't be beat. Skillets (4 egg), pancakes, scrambles, eggs Benedict, then a lunch & dinner menu on top of all that. Deliciously prepared meals, great service, place was busy at 10am on a Tuesday just sayin'. Good location on RT 83 1 mile north of I-55. I have been to 4 of the 8 locations...this might be the best, you tell me.
