4.5+ Stars · Arlington Heights

Highly Rated Restaurants in Arlington Heights, IL

Only the best make this list. These restaurants in Arlington Heights have earned 4.5+ star ratings from real customers — consistently.

As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Arlington Heights, IL by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Vasco's Peri Peri ARLINGTON HEIGHTS with a 4.9-star rating from 1,311 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 87/100. Also in the top tier: Francesca's Tavola and The Foxtail On The Lake. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Arlington Heights is 4.6 stars from 968 reviews per business on average.

Restaurants in Arlington Heights range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Best Overall

SCRATCHBOARD KITCHEN

SCRATCHBOARD KITCHEN stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Arlington Heights, IL, known for its innovative and high-quality scratch-made cuisine.

Most Reviewed

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant has the most reviews among the top-ranked restaurants, indicating its popularity and consistent customer satisfaction.

When choosing a restaurant in Arlington Heights, consider SCRATCHBOARD KITCHEN for its exceptional food and Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant for its extensive dining and wine experience.

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Top Rated Restaurants

4.9(1,311 reviews)

4.9 stars from over 1,300 reviews, making it a top choice in Arlington Heights.

1313 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
4.7(2,192 reviews)

Rated 4.7 stars from over 2,100 reviews, a top choice in Arlington Heights.

208 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
4.6(1,585 reviews)

4.6 stars from over 1,500 reviews, making it a popular Arlington Heights choice.

1177 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA

Restaurants Rankings in Arlington Heights, IL

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Vasco's Peri Peri ARLINGTON HEIGHTS1313 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA4.91,311
#2Francesca's Tavola208 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.72,192
#3The Foxtail On The Lake1177 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA4.61,585
#4KAWAII RAMEN HOUSE60 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.821
#5Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant798 Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.62,428
#6Salsa 1717 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.42,082
#7Palm Court Restaurant1912 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA4.21,495
#8Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant & Pub8 N Vail Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.31,561
#9Toscana Restaurant & Lounge1859 Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.5681
#10SCRATCHBOARD KITCHEN5 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA4.3569

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026

All Restaurants in Arlington Heights

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4.8· 21 reviews

Rated 4.8 stars from 21 Google reviews, this restaurant earns exceptional local praise.

60 S Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.6· 2,428 reviews

4.6 stars from over 2,400 Google reviews, a trusted local dining choice.

798 Algonquin Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.4· 2,082 reviews

A well-loved local spot with 4.4 stars from over 2,000 reviews.

17 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

7
4.2· 1,495 reviews

4.2 stars from nearly 1,500 Google reviews, a trusted local dining choice.

1912 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

8
4.3· 1,561 reviews

Enjoy a 4.3-star rating backed by over 1,500 Google reviews.

8 N Vail Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

9
4.5· 681 reviews

A top-rated spot with 4.5 stars from over 680 local reviews.

1859 Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

10
4.3· 569 reviews

Rated 4.3 stars from nearly 600 Google reviews, this restaurant is a trusted local choice.

5 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

11
4.5· 521 reviews

Boasting 4.5 stars from over 500 reviews, this restaurant is a local favorite.

1510 E Hintz Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

12
4.8· 480 reviews

Rated 4.8 stars from nearly 500 glowing Google reviews.

24 E Miner St, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

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4.5· 449 reviews

Earned a stellar 4.5-star rating from over 400 Google reviews.

2300 E Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

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4.8· 394 reviews

4.8-star average from nearly 400 Google reviews showcases exceptional local dining.

1421 N Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

15
4.4· 1,631 reviews

4.4 stars from over 1,600 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality.

115 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.4· 213 reviews

4.4 stars from over 200 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local customer satisfaction.

11 W Davis St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.6· 306 reviews

Praised for consistent quality, this restaurant holds a strong 4.6★ rating from over 300 reviews.

25 W Davis St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.9· 153 reviews

A local favorite with a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 150 reviews.

18 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.4· 828 reviews

Popular local restaurant with 4.4 stars from over 800 Google reviews.

3 S Evergreen Ave, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA

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4.8· 456 reviews

Boasting a stellar 4.8-star rating from over 450 reviews, this local gem is a crowd favorite.

1090 Landmeier Rd, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

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Restaurants in Arlington Heights, IL — Compared

#BusinessRNM ScoreRatingReviews
1Vasco's Peri Peri ARLINGTON HEIGHTS87/1004.9 ★1,311
2Francesca's Tavola83/1004.7 ★2,192
3The Foxtail On The Lake82/1004.6 ★1,585
4KAWAII RAMEN HOUSE72/1004.8 ★21
5Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant82/1004.6 ★2,428
6Salsa 1778/1004.4 ★2,082
7Palm Court Restaurant75/1004.2 ★1,495
8Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant & Pub76/1004.3 ★1,561
9Toscana Restaurant & Lounge80/1004.5 ★681
10SCRATCHBOARD KITCHEN76/1004.3 ★569

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This page lists and ranks 20 restaurants serving Arlington Heights, IL as of July 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.6 stars, with an average of 968 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked restaurants in Arlington Heights by our algorithm is Vasco's Peri Peri ARLINGTON HEIGHTS (4.9 stars, 1,311 reviews). Restaurants in Arlington Heights range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

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