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Where To Eat On Valentine's Day In Oak Lawn: Readers Respond

Still looking for a place to dine on Valentine's Day? See which restaurants your Oak Lawn neighbors think are the most romantic.

OAK LAWN, IL — Valentine's Day will be here before you know it, but that doesn't mean you have to venture from Oak Lawn to find a romantic spot to take your sweetie. We recently asked readers to weigh in on their favorite restaurants to take a date on Valentine's Day.

Palermo’s 95th, 4859 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn

Readers who voted for Palmero’s on 95th wrote about the family atmosphere.

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When it comes to the food, readers rave about the pork chops with peppers.

Al Bawadi Grill, 7216 W 87th St, Bridgeview

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When it comes to enjoying traditional middle eastern and Palestinian cuisine, Al Bawadi offers a complete culinary experience. Foods consist of a vast array of hot and cold dishes, served in small size portions to allow the patron to sample and share a sizeable variety of items. Readers say the filet of bass is awesome.

“It feels you have stepped into another country, like Jerusalem.”

“Employees are Very Kind & Sweet!”

Francesca’s on 95th, 6248 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn

The menu features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. Readers recommend the fresh fish with pasta.

“Great food, ambiance and service.”

Petey’s Bungalow, 4401 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn

This quaint, family-owned restaurant is a South Side tradition. Petey’s serves steak and seafood, and tasty appetizers. Readers wrote about the filet and steak dinners, and great prices. For ambience, you really do feel like you’re in a house.

Coopers Hawk, 4830 W. 111th St., Oak Lawn

Readers wrote about the Coopers Hawk pairings, including the wine and steaks.

Rockefeller’s, 4632 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn

Readers also mentioned Rockefeller’s which offers a modern take on the traditional steak house.

Deja Brew Bar and Grille, 5219 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn

Catch a game or try out one of the handcrafted brews.

“Street tacos! Best around.”

“It’s just a great getaway/night out for parents. My husband and I enjoy going and having drinks and dinner in an adult atmosphere.

What do you plan to do this Valentine's Day? Let us know in the comments.

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