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Jen's Guesthouse, Willow Springs, IL

Jen's Guesthouse

4.6
4.6
2523 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
Jen's is a very unique location, offering seasonal menus, private events, & a beautiful double layer outdoor patio with a breathtaking view. We offer everything from steaks & seafood to pastas & brunches. Book your next private event with us or join us for a relaxing evening out!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (708) 839-8000
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Adan Ambriz
  • Neighbourhood
    Willow Springs
  • Cross Street
    Willow Springs Road and Archer Ave.
  • Parking details
    Complementary Valet parking, inquire within.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,523 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Southwest Suburbs

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jen's Guesthouse offers a unique dining experience with "excellent food and service." The ambiance is vibrant, often featuring live entertainment. The outdoor patio is "beautifully decorated" and dog-friendly. Diners praise the "wonderful" short ribs and seasonal specials. While some note occasional service hiccups, the restaurant is "a neighborhood gem" with fair prices and a welcoming atmosphere.

2,523 Reviews
  1. Bob

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals and great service. Beautiful scenery in garden room with outdoor and indoor decor

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  2. Julie

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious, wonderful, and plentiful gluten free options !

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  3. NOELLE

    VIP

    Chicago

    195 reviews

    5.0

    195 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ALWAYS GET THE SCALLOPS, THE SAUCE IS AMAZING. TRIED THE STUFFED LOBSTER/MUSHROOM APPETIZER. GREAT TOO. LOTS OF LOBSTER.

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  4. gary

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I'm a fan of restaurants that are a bit different, in a good way. Jen's definitely fits the category. The location on Archer Ave is a bit different in terms of a nice restaurant fitting in there. The exterior is very nice, the staff upon walking in was friendly and very accommodating. Had bar seating as it was just my son and I. Service was a 9/10 and the bartender, Thayer, was very talkative and consistent in checking on everything. We started with crab cakes and they were awesome, with a wonderful sauce. My son had short ribs, and as a former restaurant owner, they were in the top 3 short ribs I've ever had. They had the tenderness of a filet with a wonderful taste. My Berkshire pork chops were good, but the sauce was a hint too sweet. The white cheddar mashed potatoes were OK, they definitely needed more seasoning and thankfully, pepper is my friend. As this was celebrating a special event, we had 2 very nice bottles of wine. The prices at Jen's were VERY fair and the depth of the wine list offered a number of quality choices. The bartender shared that there was an extensive cellar below and let's just say that was the kind of wine cellar every restaurant needs. Fun tour. Definitely would go back to Jen's. They also have a dog friendly patio and can see that as a fun summer hangout. Well done Jen.

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  5. Mary

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at Jen’s Guest House is consistently excellent.

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  6. Jennifer

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is delicious and the drink menu is always great!

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  7. Erika

    VIP

    Denver

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service great food! Bartender was exceptional and took such great care of us!

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  8. Marty

    VIP

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. Always great ambiance.

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  9. Natalie

    VIP

    Chicago

    107 reviews

    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience at Jen's! It's an absolute must to see Ross Failla perform at Jens! My group had the best time there this past Friday when Ross was singing. I can't remember our server's name but she was wonderful. I tried the eggplant grilled cheese and it was very good. My friends loved the ribs and the fried chicken. The Malibu rum bread pudding was outstanding. Martha is amazing there! The atmosphere was lively and people were dancing. Such a wonderful evening!

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  10. Kay

    VIP

    Chicago

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on January 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mandy is an attentive server. She had no issue doing separate checks. The restaurant was decorated beautifully. The singer was good. We will be back.

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FAQs

Jen's Guesthouse is rated 4.6 stars by 2523 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for Jen's Guesthouse

8989 Archer Ave, Willow Springs, IL 60480

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Willow Springs Road and Archer Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Willow Springs
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complementary Valet parking, inquire within.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Adan Ambriz
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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