Cucina Paradiso
Mike Walker · 317 Google reviewsCucina Paradiso — high-caliber italian in Oak Park. The drinks match the food in quality. Elizabeth Barahona: "Our server was friendly and insightful, the rigatoni was some of the best I’ve had, cozy, cheesy and flavorful" [$$, patio]
What 610 diners keep saying
What 610 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“My wife and I dine out a lot, so we have a pretty high standard of excellence - and let me tell you, Cucina Paradiso exceeded just about every measurable attribute. The ambiance. The service. The wine selection. The food. The presentation. Even the music. All impeccable. Extremely high quality ingredients, and you could tell a lot of care and consideration went into each dish. Christopher, our server was a super nice guy; very personal and professional. 5 Stars for CP. A new favorite for us for sure!”
“The food here is delicious and the portions are huge; I had a meal and still had enough left over for another one. Recommend bacon wrapped dates!!!”
“Amazing time here. Food + service was great and Christopher was a phenomenal server! Dessert was on the house & that was such a nice gesture. Will definitely be back!”
“Another great Oak Park establishment. We're looking forward to the next visit.”
“Absolutely wonderful first time experience. Christopher provided excellent welcoming ambience. Food and service phenomenal!!!!!”
“Christopher was amazing! I came in from the suburbs, went to a show came for dinner and had the most amazing experience with the most amazing server ever!!!! Thank you for a great experience and wonderful food!-Steph”
“We've been here a couple times and the food is fantastic! Came to celebrate a birthday and the staff was super accommodating and friendly. Everyone got something different and all loved their dishes. I can never decide what to get but glad I get to try others' dishes so I can get my own next time. I think we all favored the Bolognese! Excited to try the pizza sometime and can't wait to come back!”
“Very friendly atmosphere service was excellent, Food was just delicious, definitely going back!”
“Chris was our server and he was the absolute best. His energetic spirit was enough to visit this place again The food was decent Overall it's a very nice place and the people are sweet.”
“Nothing but positive things to say about this oak park gem. The staff is welcoming especially Christopher. He was very knowledgeable and attentive the whole night. I will continue to come here. The food and wine is great especially half off bottles on Wednesdays”
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