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Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Thank you for your interest in Emilio’s Tapas. Emilio’s Tapas is an authentic Spanish Tapas Bar Restaurant conveniently located in West Suburban Hillside. Spanish cuisine can best be described as a mix of French and Italian influences; tapas are small dishes ideal for appetizers or when ordered in rounds build a complete meal. Our menu consists of regional Spanish specialties, original dishes created by Emilio offered in both the dining room and bar for dinner daily. The restaurant is casual with spacious dining rooms and an energetic atmosphere accentuated by colorful Spanish murals, music and tiles.
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137 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 137 reviews
5 stars
(74)
4 stars
(56)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(90)
- good for groups(80)
- neighborhood gem(71)
- special occasion(43)
- great for outdoor dining(41)
- romantic(27)
Emilio's Tapas - Hillside Reviews List
Review 1 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great tapas. Emilio knows whjat the people love to eat."
Dined on 6/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favorite Spanish Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Best tapas restaurant we've been to outside of Spain."
Dined on 5/11/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great to be back
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Emilio's is a fantastic place to share new tastes with old friends. Emilio's has been our favorite restaurant in the Chicago area, but we moved away years ago. When we visit, we bring different friends and both sides of the family to come together and try dozens of tapas small plates. Old favorites are of course the garlic potato salad, but also the pisto manchego (mix of roasted vegetables), the beef brochette in cracked pepper with caramelized onions, and the bacon-wrapped dates. They have a number of vegetarian dishes and also work with low-carb, paleo, and probably any other diet, because you order multiple small dishes."
Dined on 6/12/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 4 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
birthday dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the food. The wait-staff were very friendly and helpful. However, our server had limited English so didn't feel that we could fully communicate with him."
Dined on 6/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 5 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Must have been a bad night, not sure I'll go back."
Dined on 6/02/2013
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Review 6 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great place to celebrate!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had 15 family members gathered and Emilio's was a terrific place to celebrate. The food was delicious and everyone loved choosing and sharing their favorite dishes. Our server was attentive, professional and very personable."
Dined on 6/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Woke up our senses
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a wonderful time at Emilio's. The food was spot on and absolutely loved the bacon wrapped dates!"
Dined on 5/31/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Top drawer tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've dining at Emilio's numerous times and the food is always spot on, the service efficient without being overbearing, and the staff pleasant and helpful. The tables can be a little tight, but the food is so flavorful, especially the garlic mashed potatoes. We dining with friends who are pretty much "meat & potatoes" folk and they absolutely loved it! From the sangria to the dessert, it's always a great time and great meal."
Dined on 4/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a winner!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As usual, the food and drink are great. This evening, we were celebrating a birthday and Emilo's service and little touches (ballons, birthday card, free cake) just made it special. You must try the garlic potato salad, dates wrapped in bacon, goat cheese in tomato sauce....the list is endless of the good food here. The place does get noisy and the live music in the bar gets to be a bit too much, but otherwise, highly recommended."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 10 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Unique, delicious, dependable, fun!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Emilio's feels Mediterranean. The decor inside and the patio are a delightful
and colorful realm to escape to for a succession of tasty tapas that are delicious and creative. Emilio is
Often there and comes around to greet customers to give it a personal touch. This place has stayed consistently good over the years. Love it!"
and colorful realm to escape to for a succession of tasty tapas that are delicious and creative. Emilio is
Often there and comes around to greet customers to give it a personal touch. This place has stayed consistently good over the years. Love it!"
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 11 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
noise level
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food buy can end up being expensive. Only complaint was that we were seated too close to the bar and music and ot was too noisy for conversation. Next time I'll request a table in the separate room away from the bar."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
So good!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Everything here i delicious. My favorites are the bacon wrapped dates and the escargo. I get those every time. Sometimes when I go, we each have to get our own because we don't want to share! I tried the langostino stuffed with crab in a sauce that tasted like heaven. I could eat there everyday!"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 13 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Three of us gals went and enjoyed some great food, good service and lively atmosphere. We were there on a Sat. night, so we enjoyed the live entertainment coming from the bar area. The prices were quite reasonable for everything we ordered, including a bottle of wine & sharing a dessert. Will be back...!!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, kid-friendly
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Review 14 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mmmmmm Good!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Four words discribes Emilio's.....Very Tasty & Fresh!"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
tasty tapas to treasure
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We love tapas, and Emilio's offers fantastic food. Tapas of course, are about 'small plates,' yet my impression is that because the food is so good, Emilio's can get away charging a buck or two more per 'small plate.' It was a little noisy on Mother's Day at noon, but the service was good and the food came quickly. The food is fresh, tasty, and there are a lot of choices on the menu. This is one restaurant where I could say, if I had the money, I would eat there every day."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 16 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently terrific!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great food, nice people, consistent appeal. We are regulars.
Roses to the moms on Mothers' Day was a nice touch."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good as it gets...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food at Emilios is as delicious as it is interesting. You can tell that there is pride in the preperation and served in a way that celebrates the entire experience. We don't get there often enough, but were never disappointed."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 18 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Authentic and delicious tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Each dish was presented Ttractively and the ingredients were fresh. I wish I lived closer to this place."
Dined on 5/07/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Emilio's...great as always!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's been years since I've been to Emilio's. I used to go to their restaurant on Clark in Chicago. The food is still as excellent as I remember. The service was great. Our server was always ready with a drink refill, or to take our order for another round of tapas, yet never intrusive. The only problem I have is that the noise level was ridiculous. It was very difficult to have an conversation with my husband."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 20 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was excellent, as was the service. Somewhat difficult to find a place to park in the lot.
Not the greatest for conversation, very noisy."
Not the greatest for conversation, very noisy."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 21 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lively atmosphere, friendly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Lively atmosphere, friendly service and always delicious food. A great place for a group, especially if you like to share."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 22 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Tapas selection is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Tapas selection is always varied and fun. It's a great Spanish Restaurant celebrating 25 years in this location. The wait staff is attentive and knowledgeable and it's an enjoyable evening."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is always a pleasure to
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is always a pleasure to eat here. This time we found live entertainment, some great flamenco guitar music with a dancer too! We really enjoyed the additional perk. Chef Emillio greated us personally at our table too, a nice touch. We have never been disappinted here, we will come back soon, and especially for their Anniversary celebration in July. This is "our place" when we have a date night...."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Emilio's Tapas--Hillside, Illinois
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Pros ---- Good food; good service; our table for 12 was set up very nice - it was a bit out of the mainstream, which was perfect as we didn't want to be blocking others. This place has an outdoor eating section; we do plan to return during the Summer months and request that we be able to sit outside. I'll keep you posted.
Cons ---- Food was just okay, in my opinion. Desserts were VERY small for the price.
---- There was air circulated from somewhere in the dining room. We were freezing almost the entire time we were there. After 3x asking them to lower the blower on the "fan", it did start warming up a bit (and it was only 55 outside; not like we needed the air conditioning)."
---- There was air circulated from somewhere in the dining room. We were freezing almost the entire time we were there. After 3x asking them to lower the blower on the "fan", it did start warming up a bit (and it was only 55 outside; not like we needed the air conditioning)."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 25 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Still a place I like to comeback
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Still a place I like to comeback to."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Portions are getting too small!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Portions are getting too small!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 27 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Definitely worth a visit!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Learned about this location from a local friend and wasn't disappointed. The food was excellent and the sangria very good as well."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2008
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Review 28 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great service and fun for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great service and fun for a group."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 29 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and experience at Emilios!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 30 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This tried and true Tapas
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This tried and true Tapas restaurant is still my favorite in Chicagoland."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2002
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was excellent and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was excellent and so was the sangria. Our waitress was nice and friendly."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 32 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good. Close to Elmhurst
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good. Close to Elmhurst and we were pleasantly surprised. 25 years!"
Dined on 03/29/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always a favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This is one of my favorite neighborhood restaurants. It never disappoints. When we were there is was very busy. The wait staff still let us talk and linger after dinner. Our personal wait staff was extraordinary with helping us pick a wine, appetizers and dinner. It is a delightful restaurant and I will continue to go back."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
great place great food great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great place great food great service"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice authentic food. Stick
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice authentic food. Stick with the tapas. There is plenty to taste from. Nice service."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 36 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious tapas at Emilio's!
Food
(Very Good)
4
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Delicious tapas at Emilio's! Fun place to go with friends or family."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 37 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The paella was amazing. We
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The paella was amazing. We ordered the paella before starting with the small plates which was perfect. All the tapas were wonderful- especially the dates wrapped in bacon and their signature garlic potato salad."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, romantic
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Review 38 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, service and ambiance.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food, service and ambiance."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 39 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have been going to Emilio's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been going to Emilio's since the week it opened 25 or more years ago. It never disappoints. Still the best tapas in the Chicago area."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our first experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our first experience both with Open Table and Emilio's Tapas. Both were superb! The bacon wrapped dates were to die for - just as all the reviews said. Will definitely go back and recommend to friends."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 41 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love it! One of the best
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love it! One of the best places around for a group outing."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 42 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As good as ever...always a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"As good as ever...always a very high standard"
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 43 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything was perfect. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything was perfect. The food was great. I could not stop talking about the our experience there. I would recommend Emilios to anyone who would like to try tapas."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are never disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We are never disappointed when we go to Emilios. The food and service is always great and the restaurant has such a fun and lively vibe."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 45 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and ambience and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and ambience and service. My only compliant is that after two hours of dining they asked us to leave the table and offerred to buy us a drink at the bar."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 46 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place to go with friends
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place to go with friends and the food is great too!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 47 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delightful Tapas
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I've been going to Emilio's for many years. It is an excellent tapas restaurant. It is a great, fun place with deliciousl tapas. The wait staff is very attentive."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 48 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was fair, liked the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was fair, liked the fact that the actual chef came around and chatted with the tables, yet the chairs were SUPER UNCOMFORTABLE!!!! I would have stayed longer and ordered more food and drinks but my legs were KILLLING me due to the chairs."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 49 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Fantastic!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fantastic place. Always have a wonderful experience here. Service and food are always wonderful and the Sangria is the best around. Perfect date spot!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 50 for Emilio's Tapas - Hillside
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Valentines Day 2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went here for Valentine's Day this year as a last minute date. We walked in to be seated immediately at our reservation time, which is always nice. They had a cute couple singing loves song (wonderful singers by the way! The guy sounded just like Rod Stewert!). We started with some Cava and then had sangria with dinner. Started with the meat and cheese, delish!. Bacon Wrapped Dates are always a hit and this time was no exception. We tried the special Shrimp which was HUGE! so yummy too. Those are the dished I can remember a week after... I would reccomend this spot for dates, groups, and just good food and sangira!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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