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Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine, Deer Park, IL

Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

4.8
4.8
44 Reviews
$30 and under
Korean
21720 W Long Grove Rd, Deer Park, IL 60010

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Innovative
Welcome to Mother's Apron (“eomma-ui apchima” in Korean), where the spirit of maternal cooking thrives. In many cultures, mothers pass down cherished recipes, embodying traditions and flavors that nurture familial heritage. In Korean culture, "hand taste" (“sonmat”) captures the unique touch that comes from a cook’s skill and love.

With this in mind, the partners of Mother's Apron aim to deliver an exceptional Korean culinary experience that evokes the warmth of mom's cooking.

With over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we proudly introduce ourselves as pioneers of Korean BBQ in the greater Chicagoland area, led by our esteemed founder, a local icon known as the godmother of Korean cuisine. Our journey redefines Korean dining through authentic flavors and unmatched hospitality. Join us to savor our signature dishes and discover why we are celebrated as a culinary legacy.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Contemporary Korean, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 44 people are saying

Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Korean

  • North Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine delivers an "authentic Korean dining experience" with "amazing food and service." The restaurant features "bbq cooking at the table," enhancing the ambiance and dining adventure. Patrons rave about the "delicious seafood pancake, beef short rib," and "makgeolli flight." The "vibrant atmosphere" and "attentive staff" make it a "must-try spot."

44 Reviews
  1. Heather VIP

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants! Beautiful presentation and delicious food. Restaurant I has very pretty interior. Staff friendly and helpful. Worth the price and portion sizes are plentiful.

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  2. Kelly

    Chicago2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Newish restaurant in Deer Park is a nice additional to the area. Food was plentiful and very delicious. We'll certainly return.

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  3. Mike VIP

    Chicago32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome as usual! Food was great but the big news is they now installed bbq cooking at the table. For those that have eaten in Korean restaurants before or have been to Korea this is what makes a dining experience memorable. Mother’s Apron is fast becoming my favorite spot.

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  4. Paul

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good authentic Korean food. Our waitress was wonderful. They DO have grills here at the table if your kooking for the tables ideas bbq. Beautiful place. Speed was very quick. The desserts were excellent. Bit pricey but it's an experience so it's to be expected.

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  5. Phyllis

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to Mother’s Apron to celebrate a special family occasion, and it did not disappoint! Food and service were amazing. Highly recommend trying the seafood pancake and beef short rib. Got to try the makgeolli flight too. Shout out to our server Joy, who was attentive, funny, and so very kind! Wonderful night out.

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  6. Beata VIP

    Chicago29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service!! Such a great experience! Will definitely be here again!

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  7. kathleen

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food freshly prepared, excellent service. Nice selection of traditional beverages. Crisp, light tempura, wonderful dumpling soup, and bulgogi with all the sides. Yum!

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  8. ElisabeteK

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time in a Korean restaurant, it was much more of what we were expecting. Food was healthy and delicious. We can’t wait to go back there again!

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  9. CAROLYN VIP

    Chicago44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is very nice and clean. The service was excellent as well as the food. The scallion seafood pancake was my favorite! We had the beef bulgogi and short rib So much food!

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  10. Mark VIP

    Chicago50 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent! Food is tasty. Service is very friendly. Cool vibe. Highly recommend!

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Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine is rated 4.8 stars by 44 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. North Suburbs
  5. Deer Park

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

21720 W Long Grove Rd, Deer Park, IL 60010

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Deer Park
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–2:30 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Korean, Contemporary Korean, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Wine
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