Emilio's Tapas Restaurant

Emilio's Tapas Restaurant Authentic Spanish Tapas in the Chicagoland area since 1988 🇪🇸 Emilio’s Tapas is known as “The Home of Chicago’s Tapas King”.

Opened in 1988 in Hillside Illinois in a time when people didn’t know much about Spain and its food. Chef Emilio Gervilla soon won over the crowds and 36 yrs later he still greets his guests at the door and he can also be seen making his way to the tables to personally thank his guests for joining him. Here at Emilio’s Tapas Restaurants we have become known for our Signature dishes, from our legen

dary Paellas, to our Patatas con Alioli (garlic potato salad) and lets not forget our Datiles con Tocino (bacon wrapped dates). Our menu consists of regional Spanish specialties, original dishes created by Chef Emilio offered in both the dining room and bar for lunch (Friday & Saturday) and dinner daily (Wednesday thru Sunday). The restaurant is casual with spacious dining rooms and an energetic atmosphere accentuated by colorful Spanish murals, music and tiles. Both indoor and patio seating (weather permitting) can be offered during business hours. We welcome you to visit the restaurant. We hope to have you as our guest in the near future. For more information please visit our website www.emiliostapas.com

06/24/2026
🍷 Flights & Bites: Discover Spain 🇪🇸Join us as we explore the diverse wine regions of Spain during July’s Flights & Bite...
06/23/2026

🍷 Flights & Bites: Discover Spain 🇪🇸
Join us as we explore the diverse wine regions of Spain during July’s Flights & Bites monthly tasting series!
📅 Tuesday, July 22
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Journey through Spain one glass at a time as you taste a curated flight of six wines representing some of the country’s most exciting wine regions. Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or just beginning your adventure, this tasting is a delicious way to discover Spain.
When making your reservation, simply note “Flights & Bites.” Guests are welcome to enjoy the tasting in our bar area, on the patio, or in the dining room.
Raise a glass and discover why Spain remains one of the world’s most exciting wine destinations. ¡Salud! 🍷✨
Reservations Recommended
📍 Emilio’s Tapas Bar Restaurant (708)547-7177 or book through Toast
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☔ Father’s Day UpdateDue to today’s rain, our All-You-Can-Eat BBQ has been canceled.However, select Father’s Day BBQ fav...
06/21/2026

☔ Father’s Day Update

Due to today’s rain, our All-You-Can-Eat BBQ has been canceled.

However, select Father’s Day BBQ favorites will still be available on today’s specials menu, and patio dining remains open.

Happy Father’s Day from Emilio’s Tapas! 🍷

Father’s Day Barbecue on the PatioSunday, June 21 • 2:00 PM – 8:00 PMCelebrate Dad with an afternoon of great food, live...
06/17/2026

Father’s Day Barbecue on the Patio
Sunday, June 21 • 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Celebrate Dad with an afternoon of great food, live music, and patio dining at Emilio’s Tapas!
🔥 Chef Julio will be barbecuing on the patio and serving a special Father’s Day barbecue menu for $65 per person.
In addition to the barbecue experience, enjoy our full selection of traditional Spanish tapas and our famous paella.
🎶 Live Music on the Patio

🍷 Great Wine • Authentic Spanish Cuisine • Patio Dining or book in our dining room
Reserve your table today!
📞 708-547-7177
💻 Reserve online through Toast
Emilio’s Tapas
Where family, food, and tradition come together.
¡Feliz Día del Padre!

🔥 Father’s Day BBQ on the Patio at Emilio’s! 🔥Celebrate Dad with an afternoon of great food, live music, and outdoor din...
06/14/2026

🔥 Father’s Day BBQ on the Patio at Emilio’s! 🔥

Celebrate Dad with an afternoon of great food, live music, and outdoor dining at Emilio’s Tapas.

Join Chef Julio on Saturday, June 21st from 2 PM – 8 PM for our special Father’s Day BBQ Menu for $65 per person. Prefer your Emilio’s favorites? Our full regular menu will also be available all day.

🎵 Live Music
🍖 BBQ Special Menu
🍷 Full Tapas Menu Available
☀️ Patio Dining

Make this Father’s Day one to remember and let us do the grilling!

Rosé all day? That’s the plan. 🌸🍷Join us on June 10 for a blush-worthy edition of our monthly Flights & Bites pairing ex...
06/08/2026

Rosé all day? That’s the plan. 🌸🍷
Join us on June 10 for a blush-worthy edition of our monthly Flights & Bites pairing experience!
We’re taking a deep dive into the many shades of rosé from Spain and Portugal—from bubbly cava to bold Touriga Nacional and everything pink in between. Think of it as a passport, but with fewer lines and significantly more wine.
And yes, there will be a rosé cocktail. Because limiting ourselves to just one form of rosé felt unnecessarily responsible.
Also, a friendly public service announcement: rosé is for everyone. If you’ve ever said, “I don’t drink pink wine,” this is your opportunity to be delightfully proven wrong.
Come thirsty. Come hungry. Come prepared to learn exactly how many shades of pink can fit in a wine glass.
We’ll save you a seat—just don’t blame us if your summer wine standards suddenly get much higher. 🥂

WANTED- olive tree bandit 🫒 It’s really sad that I need to keep saying this but here we are AGAIN! 🤯 PLEASE STOP TAKING ...
06/06/2026

WANTED- olive tree bandit 🫒 It’s really sad that I need to keep saying this but here we are AGAIN! 🤯 PLEASE STOP TAKING OUR OLIVE TREES! I know, our patio looks like a garden center, right? But guess what…IT’S NOT! Stealing is not cool.

Rosé all day? Don’t mind if we do. 🍷☀️Join us on June 10th for a pink-powered edition of our monthly Flights & Bites pai...
05/28/2026

Rosé all day? Don’t mind if we do. 🍷☀️
Join us on June 10th for a pink-powered edition of our monthly Flights & Bites pairing experience! We’re popping bottles (literally) and pouring our way through the many expressions of rosé from Spain & Portugal — from bubbly cava, to single varietal Touriga Nacional to blends!
Oh, and yes… there will be a rosé cocktail because one form of rosé simply isn’t enough. 😉
And let’s clear something up once and for all: rosé is for EVERYONE — not just the ladies.
Come thirsty, come hungry, come ready to blush a little.

05/27/2026

It’s Wine Wednesday and a beautiful day to enjoy a crisp Spanish wine on the patio! 25% off all bottles every Wednesday 🍷

Tickets are still available at the link in bio or by calling (708)547-7177
05/17/2026

Tickets are still available at the link in bio or by calling (708)547-7177

Address

4100 Roosevelt Road
Hillside, IL
60162

Opening Hours

Wednesday 4:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday 4:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 10pm
Saturday 11:30am - 10pm
Sunday 4:30pm - 9pm

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