Order the best Lunch near Oak Brook, IL

Best Lunch Restaurants Nearby in Oak Brook

Wingstop

Wingstop

4.7
(1k+)
• Dinner • Chicken Tenders
$0 delivery fee • 4.1 mi • 28 min
"I forgot how salty WS can be, but still delicious"
"Worst Wingstop ive ever gotten barely any meet on the wings and when there was it was crunchy and hard I paid $60 for this meal and it is the worst food I have ever received from a Wingstop I will be throwing this garbage where it belongs 🖕"
10 pc Wing Combo
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$18.94
10 Wings
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors. (Dip not included)
$15.46
6 pc Wing Combo
6 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$14.57
8 pc Wing Combo
8 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$16.52
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.3
(2k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 1.6 mi • 18 min
"Absolutely the best Taco Bell ever! Toppings overstuffed, fresh and delicious. The food actuallylooks like the commercial!"
"Not a lot of steak, I got a grilled cheese burrit with lettuce, extra soured cream, and steak. There's only a thin line of steak down one side of the burrito. But otherwise it's good"
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$7.41
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$7.37
Nacho Cheese Doritos® Locos Tacos Supreme®
A crunchy taco shell seasoned with Nacho Cheese Doritos® flavor filled with seasoned beef, reduced-fat sour cream, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese. (190 cal.)
$4.41
Grilled Cheese Burrito
A warm flour tortilla with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, seasoned rice, crunchy fiesta strips, Creamy Chipotle sauce, reduced-fat sour cream, and a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses with even more cheese grilled on the top. (690 cal.)
$7.55
Baba's Famous Philly Steak & Lemonade

Baba's Famous Philly Steak & Lemonade

4.3
(500+)
• Greek • Diner
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 33 min
$6 off on $40+
"The Jerk Gyro plate with Fries is always fantastic. It is a menu item that I've gotten for myself every time I've got Baba's, and will continue to get it. The seasoning on the Gyro meat is spectacular. The fries are just how I like them - and now they have seasoning and sauce options, which is neat. The few times I've got the Lime Lemonade has also been great. Can't complain about a frozen drink with hot food. Huge meal for a decent price. Try any of the jerk gyro meat options. You're not gonna regret it."
"This was the worse gyro ever. It was sloppy put together and I meal literally had five fries in it. The pita taste funny and doughy."
BABA'S FAMOUS LEMONADE
Many flavors to choose from , please request your flavor on the notes
$4.99
Italian Beef with Fries
6” french bread dipped with italian juice added with american cheese in the bottom or nachos cheese on the top for in a extra charge also added with italian meat and gardenia peppers and fries .
$15.58
Crispy Philly Steak with Fries
Comes With onion, bell peppers , mushroom, mayo , and white cheese. Add extra meat or cheese for an additional charge.
$18.23
Baba's Famous Wings
whole wings served with bread and fries and your type of seasoning.
$12.55
Naz's Halal

Naz's Halal

4.6
(200+)
• Halal • Middle Eastern
$0 delivery fee • 6.5 mi • 34 min
"The Spicy BBQ Wings were delicious and very large. The Combo Over Rice was also very tasty with the spicy rice. Prices are fair for the portion sizes. Would order again."
"The best part was the Cheeseburger, it was definitely made fresh to order and very filling. I also ordered the Chicken Nuggets Sweet Corn Nuggets, Mac 'n Cheese Bites and Seasoned Fries. Of course it's fast food so everything is deep fried, which is ok once in a while."
Rice Platters
Your choice of protein served on a fluffy bed of aromatic basmati rice, and fresh combination of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, topped off with your choice of sauces and toppings!
$21.56
Build-a-Gyro
A fresh pita topped with your choice of protein, a crisp combination of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, and drizzled with your choice of sauce!
$18.55
Combo Over Rice
A flavorful mix of our marinated chicken and beef and lamb, served over fluffy, aromatic basmati rice, and paired with a crisp salad of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Your choice of sauces drizzled on top or served on the side.
$16.02
Philly Cheese Steak
Tender chicken gyro meat, marinated for 24 hours, grilled and served over fluffy, aromatic basmati rice, and paired with a crisp salad of lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Your choice of sauces drizzled on top or served on the side.
$14.46
KFC

KFC

4.2
(2k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 28 min
"the two piece with a breast what's the best value and it tasted excellent!2 pc. Chicken Combo"
"I ordered the Famous Bowl Combo, Macaroni, and Secret Recipe Fries the chicken in the bowl was undercooked and not good. The bowl only came with 4 pieces of chicken. The fries were not fresh the tasted like they had been sitting there for a long time and they were hard. I would not order again I was very disappointed with my food."
3 pc. Chicken Big Box Meal
Order online and enjoy 3 pieces of our world-famous fried chicken in your KFC recipe of choice. Includes your choice of 2 sides, a buttery biscuit, and a medium drink. Cal.: 380-2340
$16.14
Famous Bowl
Mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, chicken nuggets and a 3-cheese blend for a savory comfort meal. Cal.: 590
$8.27
Famous Bowl Combo
Includes mashed potatoes with gravy, sweet corn, and chicken nuggets, topped with a blend of three shredded cheeses. Includes a medium drink. Cal.: 590-1020
$9.28
Pot Pie
Creamy chicken pot pie with tender bites of fried chicken, diced potatoes, peas, and carrots in a savory sauce, baked in a flaky, golden crust. Cal.: 720
$8.59
Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings

4.4
(100+)
• Desserts • Lemonade
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 34 min
Boneless Wings
Boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between.
$19.54
Bone-In Wings
Traditional, bone-in wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between. A classic that never fails to satisfy.
$25.19
20 Boneless Wings + Fries
20 boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. Served with crispy-battered French fries. The ultimate 20-wing deal for game day, family night, or feeding a hungry crew.
$21.67
20 Bone-In Wings + Fries
Wisconsin white cheddar cheese curds, hand-battered and fried to golden perfection, served with B-Dubs Dip.
$26.23
Lazy Dog Restaurant + Bar

Lazy Dog Restaurant + Bar

4.6
(2k+)
• Boneless Wings • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee • 2.8 mi • 27 min
"This might be one of my new favorite places. The fries are phenomenal, the Cheeseburger* was cooked to perfection and tastes amazing, and how can you really go wrong with Side Mashed Potatoes? Maybe a little pricey, but you're definitely paying for quality."
"my Chicken sandwich was so hard I couldn't bite into it. the banana pudding is only half a plastic cup for $10. beware. Cajun fries are unevenly coated with Cajun seasoning. this place is quite the joke."
All-American Burger*
two grilled quarter-pound beef patties, american cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, bark + bite sauce [980 cal]
$20.14
Cheddar Cheese Curds
ellsworth cooperative creamery's all-natural white cheddar curds served with slow-cooked marinara sauce and housemade nashville hot ranch for dipping [770 cal]
$10.8
Kid's Cheeseburger
[580 cal]
$9.21
BBQ Ranch Bacon Burger*
grilled half-pound beef patty, smoked bacon, cheddar, chipotle ranch, lettuce, tomato, pickle, red onion [1050 cal]
$20.03
Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut

4.6
(600+)
• Pizza • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee • 4.1 mi • 28 min
"Eveything was good but only got 4 wings not 6"
"The pan pizza was delicious! It was well cooked and the right amount of cheese thanks!"
Create Your Own Pizza
Be the Picasso of your next pizza night. Choose from our awesome ingredients and crusts. Onions, sausage, peppers, olives, pineapple-whatever you crave!
$27.72
Personal Pan Pizza®
Be the Picasso of your next pizza night. Choose from our awesome ingredients and crusts. Onions, sausage, peppers, olives, pineapple-whatever you crave!
$11.05
Cheese Pizza
The classic cheese pizza, a customer favorite!
$23.6
My Hut Box
Get a pizza, melt or wings, & a side. Add a 20 oz. drink for addt’l charge. Wings are boneless or bone-in. Melt dipping sauce incl. Addt’l charge for extra cheese/toppings.
$10.21
The Meltdown

The Meltdown

4.3
(100+)
• Melts • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 3.3 mi • 30 min
"We have another sandwich place now. It was great. French Fries were not greasy or oversalted. Also, they didn't smell of old grease. The Giddy Up Melt was filled up with mouthwatering meat. Very filling."
"Meat is tender and juicy, carmelized onions make the taste"
Hot Mess Melt - Combo
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled artisan bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$17.67
Giddy Up Melt - Combo
Chow down with slow-smoked brisket burnt ends, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled artisan bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$20.11
Hot Mess Melt
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled artisan bread.
$12.88
Bacon Me Crazy Melt - Combo
Go crazy with a fried chicken breast, white cheddar cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing on grilled artisan bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$17.67
Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings

Charleys Cheesesteaks and Wings

4.5
(1k+)
• Steak • Wings
$0 delivery fee • 7.4 mi • 30 min
"Hardly any meat, missing bacon, one slice of tomato, sliced in half on each sandwich, a tiny bit of lettuce and they was drowning in sauce. I couldn't even taste the meat on the SMALL BACON CHIPOTLE CHICKEN or the. SMALL CHICKEN CALIFORNIA I would only ever go back there if nothing else was opened and I was starving. Very disappointing."
"Forgot my fries :( Other than that we LOVE the MOZZARELLA STICKS and PHILLY CHEESESTEAK! I tried the habanero, hot honey, Thai Chili and Korean bbq They were meaty .. not spicy enough for my liking The habanero was really good.. kind on like the Asian king from Buffalo Wild Wings"
PHILLY CHEESESTEAK
Our Philly Cheesesteak is made with grilled USDA-choice steak, grilled onions, green peppers, and mushrooms, topped with melted white American cheese and served on our signature toasted roll.
$15.97
MOZZARELLA STICKS
Four breaded and fried mozzarella sticks and one 2-ounce side of marinara sauce.
$5.88
OLD SCHOOL CHEESESTEAK
The Old School Cheesesteak comes loaded with extra grilled USDA-choice steak, CHEEZ WHIZ® Sauce, and sautéed onions on a toasted roll.
$19.22
CHICKEN PHILLY
Our Chicken Philly Cheesesteak is made with all-white meat chicken, green peppers, grilled onions, and mushrooms topped with melted white American cheese and served on our signature toasted roll.
$14.72
Domino's

Domino's

4.6
(200+)
• Pizza • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee • 3.7 mi • 34 min
"Love it it taste sooo good and has amazing portion and the freshness of the ingredients a are amazing the pizza and pasta are good I would definitely order again"
"Will never order dominos Pizza for the rest of my life same as my wife Taste and smells disgusting !!!! Adios"
Build Your Pizza
A custom pizza made to order. Choose from any of our delicious crust styles, including Handmade Pan.
$18.18
Wisconsin 6-Cheese
Feta, provolone, cheddar, Parmesan-Asiago, cheese made with 100% real mozzarella and sprinkled with oregano.
$20.88
Ultimate Pepperoni
Two layers of pepperoni sandwiched between provolone, Parmesan-Asiago and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella then sprinkled with oregano.
$20.69
Coke®
The authentic cola sensation that is a refreshing part of sharing life's enjoyable moments.
$3.27
Tandoori Albadia

Tandoori Albadia

4.7
(30+)
• Middle Eastern • Indian
$0 delivery fee • 4.7 mi • 34 min
$8 off on $50+
Butter Chicken
Tender pieces of chicken cooked in a rich, creamy tomato sauce with butter and aromatic spices — smooth, flavorful, and perfectly balanced.
$25.29
ALBADIA MIX GRILL FM
Smooth and creamy blend of chickpeas, tahini, lemon, and garlic, served with olive oil — a classic Middle Eastern favorite.
$36.79
Chicken Biryani Boneless
Crispy golden pastry pockets filled with seasoned potatoes, peas, and aromatic spices — a classic vegetarian favorite.
$22.99
QEEMA SAMOSA
Juicy wings flame-grilled to perfection with a smoky, mouthwatering flavor.
$12.65
Long John Silver's

Long John Silver's

4.0
(600+)
• Seafood • Fish
$0 delivery fee • 10.5 mi • 41 min
Farther away
"Everything was correct and hot! Love the hush puppies and chicken planks! "
"Our family meal was missing cocktail sauce, the hush puppies and the chicken pieces were so small that they were rubbery. Very disappointed :("
Fish & Shrimp
Two pieces classic battered Alaska pollock and six pieces classic battered shrimp, two sides, and two hushpuppies.
$14.13
Chicken (1)
One piece all-white meat chicken.
$3.16
Fish (1)
One piece classic battered Alaska pollock.
$3.26
Family Meal (8 Pieces)
Eight pieces mix and match fish/chicken, two family size sides, and eight hushpuppies.
$33.43
Chicago's Best Philly

Chicago's Best Philly

4.3
(80+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 33 min
"The gyro cheese burger with fries was amazing, I was hungry I forgot to take a picture lol"
"food was not good over seasoned very wet at bottom. no mild sauce on fries on side very stale as well. did not enjoy my food"
Super Philly Steak with Fries
Comes With onion, bell peppers , mushroom, mayo , lettuce , tom. and white cheese. Add extra meat or cheese for an additional charge.
$17.46
TONY'S FAMOUS LEMONADE
Many flavors to choose from , please request your flavor on the notes
$4.99
Italian Beef with Fries
6” french bread dipped with italian juice added with american cheese in the bottom or nachos cheese on the top for in a extra charge also added with italian meat and gardenia peppers and fries .
$15.49
Italian Beef with Fries
6” french bread dipped with Italian juice added with American cheese in the bottom or nachos cheese on the top for in a extra charge also added with Italian meat and gardenia peppers and fries.
$12.52
Mr. Submarine

Mr. Submarine

4.3
(800+)
• Sandwiches • Fries
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 30 min
"I ordered two regular 2 Regular Mr Subs, an order of Cheese Sticks and a large pop. The only neg for me is that the marinara sauce for the cheese sticks wasn't at all heated, but it still tasted great. Everything else was spot on. I'll be back!"
"Way worth the money. delicious as hell, listened to instructions for removing and adding toppings, everything was fresh Pizza Puff yummy Mr. Submarine was a VERY good Italian"
Mr. Submarine
Ham, salami, chopped ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, sauce
$10.07
Turkey Sub
Turkey, cheese, mayo, lettuce, tomato, onion, sauce
$10.73
Pizza Puff
Corned beef, cheese, mustard, lettuce, tomato, onion, sauce
$6.94
Special Sub
TWO of our delicious Mr. Subs packed with ham, salami, chopped ham, cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion & sub sauce. Add some peppers to kick it up a notch and add some heat!
$14.91
Carrabba's Sandwich Bistro

Carrabba's Sandwich Bistro

4.7
(90+)
• Sandwiches • Italian
$0 delivery fee • 10.4 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"The Italian Sandwuchbis delicious!!! The bread is amazing, meats are top quality, lots of toppings, I give t guy a sandwich a perfect 10 outta 10!!! Honestly didn't have high expectations, boy was I surprised. Highly revconend it"
"Perfect soup when you're under the weather. the size was good and they sent a fresh mini loaf of bread with it. will order again."
Mama Mandola's Chicken Soup - Bowl
An Italian Favorite! Thinly sliced oven-roasted rosemary ham, genoa salami, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, sliced tomato, romaine lettuce, pepperoncini peppers, red onion, roasted garlic aioli, and Italian dressing
$8.19
NEW! Italian Sandwich
Sliced sirloin, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese with our Lombardo Marsala sauce on toasted focaccia bread with your choice of side.
$14.49
NEW! Steak Marsala Sandwich
Our scratch-made Bruschette Chicken Sandwich, choice of side, cookie, and ice-cold beverage all for one great price!
$14.91
Bruschette Chicken Sandwich Bundle
Chicken coated with Mama Mandola’s breadcrumbs, sauteed and topped with our pomodoro sauce and Parmesan & mozzarella cheeses on toasted focaccia bread with your choice of side.
$16.12
Frankie's Best Philly Steak and Lemonade

Frankie's Best Philly Steak and Lemonade

4.4
(80+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 6.2 mi • 32 min
"This place is great! so far I tried the xDouble Cheese Burger with Fries and the chicken gyro. fresh, great value and tasty. i will be back to try more items."
"The food taste good and they have great portions. I will steal order from them even they forgot my sausages in my combo beefs."
Best Famous Frozen Lemonade
Many flavors to choose from , please request your flavor on the notes
$4.99
Italian Beef with Fries
6” french bread dipped with italian juice added with american cheese in the bottom or nachos cheese on the top for in a extra charge also added with italian meat and gardenia peppers and fries .
$15.57
Super Philly Steak with Fries
Comes With onion, bell peppers , mushroom, mayo , lettuce , tom. and white cheese. Add extra meat or cheese for an additional charge.
$17.48
Gyro Sandwich with Fries
Comes with gyro sauce, onions, tomatoes, lettuce
$15.15
Pita Zone

Pita Zone

4.6
(300+)
• Mediterranean • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 9.9 mi • 41 min
Farther away
"Authentic liberty food made well in large portions very pleased"
"The shawarma wrap bread is the highlight and tastes homemade. The pita served with the dios was rock hard. The Tabouli was so light in parsley and the flavors were bland. It's closer than Naf Naf and we had high hopes based on some other reviews. We'll wait for the longer delivery time."
Pita Wrap Combo ($12 Meal)
Crispy falafel wrapped in warm lavash bread with lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickles, onions, and your choice of sauce, served with seasoned fries.
$12
Kids Chicken Kabab
One of our most popular grilled chicken kababs served with rice or fries
$9.49
Lunch Meat
A satisfying combination of mixed meats served with seasoned rice, your choice of two sides, and warm pita bread
$12.4
Chicken Nuggets
Crispy chicken nuggets served with rice or fries
$9.49
Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

4.0
(100+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 9.6 mi • 50 min
Farther away
$6 off on $30+
"Food was good, would just recommend more seasoning on the steak"
"Nasty wet bread wrapped too tight an bent to fit in a really small container and it's small to begin with."
Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions on a toasted hoagie roll.
$16.78
Chipotle Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions, doused with chipotle sauce on a toasted hoagie roll.
$16.7
Big Cat Combo
Your cheesesteak of choice, fries & a drink.
$20.71
Brownie
Double fudge chocolate brownie with chocolate chips.
$4.19
Steak n Egger

Steak n Egger

4.2
(200+)
• Fast Casual • Dinners
$0 delivery fee • 9.8 mi • 47 min
Farther away
"Really good food. Great customer service"
"The amount of food wasnt bad for the cost but everything was pretty bland or salty. The milkshakes were all watery which could have been from the drive but I think it was more so just a powder mix instead of actual ice cream or anything cream based. Nothing I got would make me order again, unfortunately."
3333 Special (3 Bacon, 3 Sausage Patties & 3 Pancakes, 3 Eggs)
FOR THE HEARTY EATER !! 3 FLUFFY PANCAKES,3EGGS,3SAUSAGE PATTY'S ,3 SLICES HICKORY SMOKED BACON
$13.4
2222 Special (2 Bacon, 2 Sausage Patties & 2 Pancakes, 2 Eggs)
Two crispy bacon strips, two savory sausage patties, two fluffy pancakes and two eggs.
$11.23
1/2 Lb Skirt Steak
Juicy skirt steak With 3 eggs, hash browns & toast or 3 eggs & 3 pancakes. Mexican style add for additional charge. Hot or mild
$23.46
1 Lb T-Bone Steak
T-Bone steak with 3 eggs, hash browns & toast or 3 eggs & 3 pancakes. Mexican style add for additional charge. Hot or mild
$23.13
La Michoacana Classic

La Michoacana Classic

4.3
(20+)
• Mexican • Ice Cream Store
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 40 min
Agua Fresca
Refreshing drink made with fruits and water.
$8.75
Nachos Con Queso Y Jalapeños
With cheese and jalapeños.
$7.8
Torta
Comes with mayonesa, queso, lechuga, tomate, pepino, chile morron, jalapeños y aguacate.
$23.28
Banana Split
Choose 3 scoops.
$18.89

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