Janosik Banquets & Restaurant
Janosik Banquets & Restaurant — honest polish in Hickory Hills. Feels like it's been there since before the neighborhood changed. The ingredients do the heavy lifting, and group-friendly.
What 718 diners keep saying
What 718 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“The event space i was at was great for a small event. Very nice place & plenty of parking.”

“Had my surprise birthday party there! Really good Polish food! Super nice staff!”

“Bardzo przyjemne miejsce spotkań poetyckich. Dobre jedzonko i mija obsługa Polecam”

“Great service, delicious food and good beer. We like this place”

“The food is phenomenal, and does a very good job achieving the góral vibe. My friend David in this photo below had his bachelor party there, best day of our lives.”

“Wonderful server / bartender. Best polish food since Babcias. Definitely going back.”

“Steak was well done when we asked for medium rare. And everything else was ok at best. Worst experience I ever had at a polish restaurant.”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I had such a positive and humbling experience planning a last-minute, unexpected luncheon at Emperea Events with Monika—especially during one of the most difficult times in my life. From the very beginning, Monika stepped in, took full control, and made the entire process seamless and stress-free. The food selection was outstanding, every dish was flavorful, fresh, and clearly prepared with care. The beautifully updated, chic venue created the perfect atmosphere, and the service was truly top-notch from start to finish. I am incredibly grateful for the professionalism, compassion, and genuine sincerity Monika showed to me and my family. It meant more than I can express. I highly recommend Emperea Events to anyone looking for exceptional service and a beautiful experience - Monica Pilch”
“We highly recommend this venue for organizing a First Communion celebration. We had our son’s communion here on May 10th, and we are extremely grateful and delighted. The beautiful interior, excellent organization, and very friendly staff made everything run perfectly. The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented, and the atmosphere was truly exceptional. Our guests were impressed. Thank you for your professionalism and for such a wonderful celebration. Kasia”
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