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Jesse's Embers

Quality surf and turf offerings. A local standby nearing 50 years in the area. Lunch offerings will save you a few bucks from dinner prices.

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Star Bar
Featuring plenty of snack foods (BBQ chicken spring rolls $8), sandwiches (Niman Ranch Jambon Royale $10), and plates such as New York Strip ($20). Outdoor seating available.
Mon-Fri 11AM-2AM, Sat 9AM-2AM, Sun 9AM-midnightMartinis from $7
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Zanzibar's Coffee Adventure
Features local art displayed around the coffee house. Great spot to sit and drink a cup or talk, study. Sit at the coffee bar or a table. Serves great breakfast. Sells their amazing beans as well so you can enjoy their coffee at home. Very friendly to all walks of life. Also provides catering services and can be reserved for private parties and meetings. You can also order their beans online or over the phone to be shipped.
Mon-Thu 7AM-9PM, Fri Sat 7AM-11PM, Sun 8AM-6PM$2-7
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Oak Park
High-end American fare with a large wine selection in a building whose architecture was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Tue-Sat open at 4:30PM$50
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Big Tomato Pizza Co.
Near the downtown nightlife area. Carry out or delivery only.
Very late delivery$4 slice, $25 pie