25 Essential Oak Forest Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Oak Forest.
Bella Mia Fine Dining
Illinois
This contemporary eatery boasts Italian classics, occasional live music & a white-tablecloth vibe.
El Famous Burrito[159th/Harlem]
Illinois
No-frills eatery serving Mexican favorites such as giant burritos, tacos & tortas.
Arrenello's Pizza
Illinois
Local chain serving pizza, pasta & sandwiches, plus wings, ribs & seafood, in a casual space.
Ottimo
Oak Forest, Illinois
Family-friendly Italian trattoria serving handmade pasta & locally sourced fare in a rustic space.
Retro Burger
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Haifa Restaurant
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Don Monaco Pizzeria & Catering
Oak Forest, Illinois
Unfussy Italian joint offering pizza & pasta dishes, plus sides & specials in a simple setting.
El Burrito Rey
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Village Pizza
Oak Forest, Illinois
Veteran pizzeria doling out typical pies alongside sandwiches, pasta & appetizers in a modest space.
Siam Marina Restaurant
Oak Forest, Illinois
Inventive Asian-fusion dishes are presented in a stylish setting with a full bar & live jazz nights.
Honest Orland Park
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Drive-through, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Aurelio's Pizza of Tinley Park
Oak Forest, Illinois
Longtime chain known for its pizzas, pastas & other Italian staples served in a casual setting.
Priya's Kitchen Orland Park
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service.
Mayan Palace
Oak Forest, Illinois
Folksy, laid-back fixture with down-home Mexican dishes & flavored margaritas, plus outdoor seating.
Diamond Pancake House Inc
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
ROSES&KEBAB
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Nicky's Carryout
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Hakuna Matata 2
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Drive-through, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Salina's Pasta & Pizza
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Mickey's Ribs & Gyros
Oak Forest, Illinois
Airy, industrial-style counter-serve joint offering American staples, plus gyro sandwiches & plates.
Speedy Burrito
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance.
Bialy's House of Pancakes
Oak Forest, Illinois
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great tea selection, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast.
Portillo's Tinley Park
Oak Forest, Illinois
Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches & more, plus beer & wine, in retro digs.
Five Guys
Oak Forest, Illinois
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Jack Gibbons Gardens
Oak Forest, Illinois
Time-tested steakhouse & cocktail lounge serving prime cuts & American fare since the 1920s.