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Santo Cielo
Modern American · $$$
White Crane
Thai & Sushi
Ramsay's Kitchen
Fine Dining
Allegory
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Highest-rated bakery in Naperville
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A La Folie
A French Pastry Chef's South Naperville Masterpiece
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Meson Sabika
Spanish Tapas in a 19th-Century Mansion, Naperville's Most Romantic Setting
Washington Post: Best NY Pizza
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Little Pops NY Pizzeria
The Best New York Slice in Illinois, and Washington Post Agrees
Chicago's Best Deep Dish
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Chicago Deep-Dish, Done Right, Since '94
OpenTable Diners' Choice
American · $$
The White Chocolate Grill
CityGate's Polished Crowd-Pleaser with a Menu for Every Mood
Celebrity Chef Concept
American · $$$
Ramsay's Kitchen
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Thai · Sushi
White Crane Retro Thai & Sushi
Why we like it
The Thai murals, open sushi bar, and retro Bangkok street-food energy make this one of Naperville's most exciting new openings.
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American · Fine Dining
Ramsay's Kitchen
Why we like it
World-class technique in the Chicago suburbs. Gordon's signature bold flavors, impeccable service, and a cocktail program that alone is worth the visit.
American · Brunch
Allegory
Why we like it
Exposed brick, Edison bulbs, and legendary chicken & waffles. One of Naperville's best brunch atmospheres, and the mimosa deals on weekends seal it.
Editor's Pick
Modern American · Cocktail Bar
Santo Cielo
Why we like it
The globe-lit dining room, velvet chairs, and "Discover yourself in food" neon make every visit feel special. Downtown Naperville's most beautiful interior.
Chinese · Hot Pot
Happy Lamb Hot Pot
Why we like it
Flower-draped ceilings, timber beams, and premium tableside hot pot. The most Instagrammed dining room in Naperville, and genuinely delicious.
Bakery & Café
A La Folie
Why we like it
Exquisite French patisserie by a Lyon-trained chef with Naperville's highest Google rating.
Steakhouse & BBQ
Fogo de Chao
Why we like it
Endless gaucho-carved meats and a legendary salad bar at Naperville's premier churrascaria.
European
Meson Sabika
Why we like it
Tapas and sangria in a stunning 1847 mansion with gardens and seasonal patios.
Mediterranean & Middle Eastern
Vasili's Mediterranean
Why we like it
Upscale Mediterranean cuisine on Water Street with one of Naperville's most coveted patios.
Steakhouse & BBQ
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Why we like it
Prime steaks and jazz-age ambiance on Main Street, steps from the Riverwalk.
Seafood
Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House
Why we like it
Upscale seafood and frog legs on Main Street with a buzzy raw bar scene.
Italian & Pizza
VAI's Italian Inspired Kitchen + Bar
Why we like it
Upscale Italian-American kitchen with craft cocktails on the Route 59 corridor.
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American
Classic and contemporary American cuisine, from upscale New American to comfort ...
5 restaurants →Italian & Pizza
From Neapolitan wood-fired pies to refined Northern Italian, Naperville's d...
9 restaurants →Mexican & Latin
Authentic taquerias, modern Mexican kitchens, and Latin American flavors
4 restaurants →Asian
Thai, Vietnamese, Korean, and Pan-Asian cuisine spanning the continent
2 restaurants →Japanese & Sushi
Sushi bars, ramen houses, teppanyaki grills, and Japanese specialties
2 restaurants →Chinese
From dim sum to hand-pulled noodles, regional Chinese cooking well-represented i...
2 restaurants →Indian & South Asian
Tandoori, biryani, dosa, and the bold spice traditions of the subcontinent
2 restaurants →Mediterranean & Middle Eastern
Greek, Lebanese, Turkish, and the sun-soaked flavors of the Mediterranean basin
1 restaurant →Steakhouse & BBQ
Prime cuts, slow-smoked meats, and the finest grills in the western suburbs
7 restaurants →Seafood
Fresh catches, raw bars, and ocean-to-table dining in the heart of the Midwest
1 restaurant →Burgers & Sandwiches
Craft burgers, artisan sandwiches, and the city's best handheld meals
2 restaurants →Breakfast & Brunch
Morning favorites from classic diners to weekend brunch destinations
3 restaurants →Bakery & Café
Artisan breads, French pastries, specialty coffee, and cozy cafe culture
2 restaurants →Desserts & Ice Cream
Sweet endings from handcrafted ice cream to gourmet chocolates and confections
3 restaurants →Bars & Gastropubs
Craft cocktails, local brews, and elevated bar food worth a dedicated visit
4 restaurants →Fast Casual
Quality counter-service dining that moves at the speed of your lunch break
1 restaurant →Health & Vegan
Plant-forward, clean-eating, and wellness-focused dining options
0 restaurants →European
French bistros, Spanish tapas, Greek tavernas, and Old World culinary traditions
1 restaurant →Fusion
Creative cross-cultural kitchens blending culinary traditions in unexpected ways
0 restaurants →International
Unique global cuisines that defy simple categorization
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