Restaurants on Route 59 Naperville - Must Try Eats
Some of the most delicious food in Naperville is along Route 59. There are plenty of mom and pop restaurants alongside the chain restaurants. We’ve eaten the food, gathered recommendations and put together a tasty list of places to visit for Breakfast, Lunch on Dinner.
There are amazing Italian restaurants along route 59 in Naperville, along with some of the best Mexican, Chinese, and Japanese that the area has to offer. The locations stretch from Diehl Rd to 111th.
This list is in no particular order, however there are some personal favorites mixed in. Enjoy.
VAI's Italian Inspired Restaurant Kitchen + Bar
Vais has a fantastic menu, full of small plates, wood-fired pizza and tons of pasta dishes.
Address: 916 Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 453-5200
ZUKA SUSHI & HIBACHI GRILL
Some of the BEST Egg Yolk Shrimp ever. Creative Sushi and large portions of Hibachi. Great for date night and also open for lunch.
Address: 3103 111th St Unit 101, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 219-3883
45 Degree Tea, Ramen, Rice
Opened during a pandemic, 45 Degree has quickly become a pretty popular Bubble Tea and Ramen shop near the VERY popular Crumbl Cookies.
Address: 2775 Showplace Dr Unit 119, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 470-9649
Paris Bistro
One of my favorite restaurants on the list for sure. The wine list and menu keep me coming back for more. If you are interested in trying French cuisine, Paris Bistro is the perfect place to go.
Address: 2656 Showplace Dr, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 357-1005
Macarena Tapas
I’ve been visiting Macarena for more than 10 years. The tapas quality is always top notch and the menu rotates sometimes. The Red Sangria is a personal favorite.
Tip: Ask if Chef Borras has any new favorites on or off menu. You may get to the inside scoop on something delicious and unique.
Address: 618 S, Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 303-6877
Sharko’s BBQ
The Sharkos menu is filled with BBQ sold by the ounce. If you’re a smoky BBQ fan, then try the brisket and the pulled pork. Excellent stuff.
Address: 4931 Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 717-7227
Che Figata
Fresh Italian specialties abound. House-made pastas, wood grilled meats and ingredients straight from Italy.
Address: 2155 City Gate Ln, Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: (630) 579-3210
Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Lounge
Shinto is pretty popular for sushi as well as Hibachi. Available for lunch and dinner. The maki menu is quite creative.
Address: 504 Illinois Rte 59 #116, Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: (630) 637-8899
Old Town Pizza Of Naperville
Great customer service and pizza shops don’t usually go together, in my experience. That isn’t the case at Old Town, where the service is really good but the Pizza and Sandwiches are even better. Open for Lunch and Dinner, one of the best places I’ve eaten along rt. 59 in Naperville.
Address: 2959 Artesian Rd #167, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 922-4600
Taps N Tenders | Restaurant & Bar
Open for Lunch and Dinner, Taps N Tenders is inside of a building outfitted like and old bank, which makes the multi late drive-thru pretty unique. Do yourself a favor and get the Nashville Hot Chicken sandwich with extra slaw.
Address: 3320 Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 961-8277
El callejón Méxican Grill
If you have a plant lover in your life with a passion for education then this would be the perfect rendezvous for a daytime date to remember. There are plenty of lush gardens to enjoy, along with informative classes, events and exhibitions.
Address: 602 S, Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 857-9186
Wild Tuna Contemporary Sushi
If you have a plant lover in your life with a passion for education then this would be the perfect rendezvous for a daytime date to remember. There are plenty of lush gardens to enjoy, along with informative classes, events and exhibitions.
Address: 3344 Illinois Rte 59 suite 104, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 420-8801
Cinnamon Pancake House
If you’re looking for the best breakfast in Naperville, you have to take a drive down route 59 and try a few places out. Cinnamon Pancake House is one of those places. If you visit, try the namesake Cinnamon roll, it’s HUGE.
Address: 5019 Ace Ln #131, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 946-6414
Yum Yum Thai
If you have a plant lover in your life with a passion for education then this would be the perfect rendezvous for a daytime date to remember. There are plenty of lush gardens to enjoy, along with informative classes, events and exhibitions.
Address: 1995 Springbrook Square Dr, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 369-3355
Johnny’s Red Hots
Deep Fried Oreos are a must. Johnny’s also has a delicious Chicago Hot Dog with a signature snap. Grab a pizza puff or pepper and egg sandwich too.
Address: 4931 Illinois Rte 59, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 904-2800
Absolute BBQ
Table top, self-cook restaurants that specialize in Indian cuisine, yes please. The biryani is delicious. If you have a long lunch or want to do something unique for dinner, this is a really fun restaurant in Naperville.
Address: 5019 Ace Ln #103, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 420-7777
EggCited Pancake House
This Naperville breakfast restaurant is a gift to locals. Eggcited has delicious Lox, pancakes and Angus Steak & Eggs. If you want to try something unique, give their guacamole toast a try.
Address: 2728 Hassert Blvd #160, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 857-9840
Hoshi Sushi
If you have a plant lover in your life with a passion for education then this would be the perfect rendezvous for a daytime date to remember. There are plenty of lush gardens to enjoy, along with informative classes, events and exhibitions.
Address: 2960 Artesian Rd #112, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 536-8273
CityGate Grille
If you have a plant lover in your life with a passion for education then this would be the perfect rendezvous for a daytime date to remember. There are plenty of lush gardens to enjoy, along with informative classes, events and exhibitions.
Address: 2020 Calamos Ct, Naperville, IL 60563
Phone: (630) 718-1010
Francesca's Passaggio
Naperville has several excellent Italian restaurants. On rt 59, Francesca’s menu has several Italian classics along with a Gluten Friendly Menu.
Address: 3124 Illinois Rte 59 Ste 154, Naperville, IL 60564
Phone: (630) 946-0600
Local Naperville Restaurants Along 59
Naperville has a great selection of restaurants. Along Route 59, the restaurant scene is a mixture of locally owned and chain restaurants. This article focuses on small businesses. Route 59 runs from Antioch to the North down to Shorewood on the South end.
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