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Hemmingway's Bistro
211 N Oak Park Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
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 #4 of 48 restaurants in Oak Park
  • Cuisines: French
  • Price range*: £13-25 ($21-$40)
  • Neighbourhood: Calumet
  • Recommended For: Breakfast/Brunch, Romantic
  • Address: 211 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
  • Phone:  (708) 524-0806
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“Treat yourself...soon!”
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5 of 5 stars
Exciting
MA.
31 May 2009

Unfortunately, we spent one night at the Write Inn which is attached to Hemmingway's Bistro, although under separate ownership. Hemmingway's food is incredibly delicious! The French cuisine at breakfast, lunch, and dinner made us feel as though we had been transported to Paris! The wait staff is professional and friendly. Christopher, the chef/owner is truly talented! Dining at Hemmingway's offered... more

“The food was expensive...”
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1 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
26 Dec 2008

The food was expensive and it wasn't good. I am very disappointed. more

“The atmosphere and setting can't be beat...”
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2 of 5 stars
bububr
Oak Park, Illinois
21 Nov 2008

Okay, we've lived in Oak Park for nearly 12 years and have been to H's a few times. Personally the entrees are hit or miss. We've had GREAT and we've had practically unedible. However the service is good, the buffet area with shrimp, oysters, breads, sweets, etc...it really nice for such a small space. Every time we've been there they... more

“A must!”
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5 of 5 stars
letsgoletseat
Shanghai, China
30 Aug 2008

Get ready for delicious and decadent food. This is by far the best restaurant in Oak Park. I really miss this place. Whats up gang! -DsK more

“Better than average bistro fare with flair”
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4 of 5 stars
csandsy
chicago, illinois
25 Aug 2008

Our first visit here was a quiet Sunday early evening, with only two tables occupied. We wondered if it would be a disappointing experience. Does everyone know something we don't know, is the first one thinks. Then one thing after another, exceeded our expectations!! Excellent crusty baguette (literally..it came in a little brown bag!) We ordered the fresh Lake Superior... more

“Long Time Oak Parkers”
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5 of 5 stars
DocChicago
Chicago
16 Jul 2008

We have lived in Oak Park since 1971 and always went to Horwath's on Harlem and North as a family favorite. It was torn down and replaced by a Staples store a few years ago, and we have been wondering around looking to replace it. We can't because most of the local restaurants are of specific cuisine or of lesser... more

“A great local place, a...”
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4 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Contributor
28 Jan 2008

A great local place, a very intimate setting with a nice bar! more

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1 of 5 stars
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24 Jan 2008

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“Service to order - bacon on my prawns?”
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5 of 5 stars
nomeatplease75
Oak Park, IL
9 Dec 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

Is there hope for a non-meat eater at restaurants like Hemmingway's? Husband I weren't sure where to head to for dinner on a cold Saturday evening. Decided to stay in town and made reservations at Hemmingway's. We had only been there three times before for dinner, but are frequent customers to the Sunday brunch. I was in the mood for... more

“Pretentious, below average food, questionable business policy re customers”
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1 of 5 stars
cocovan
Chicago, Illinois
26 Nov 2007

Went for an anniversary dinner. Ordered the sea bass which was inedible. Sent it back to the kitchen and just asked for a salad instead. Server was apologetic but they included the entire price of the fish entree on the bill. She said she argued about the charge in the kitchen but couldn't do anything about it. All in all,... more

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Hemmingway's Bistro Address

211 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60302
Tel: (708) 524-0806
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.