Excellent
Modern Plate
Based on 360 reviews
Dario and Jaime nailed it on their servitude! The fish tacos were spectacular! They deserve a bonus for there hard work 🙏🏻🤍✨
Food was delicious and the service was fantastic. Would highly recommend and will be coming back here!
Great food and drinks! 😋
And our bartender Amanda was the best 👌🏼
Also had the pleasure to meet Ted - one of the managers - very professional and friendly 👏🏻
Thanks for a great time - always! 🥳
Response from the owner:Thank you Vlasta, we appreciate when valued customers give us their feedback. Looking forward to seeing you soon! Ted
Response from the owner:Edward, thank you so much for the fantastic 5-star review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We’re thrilled you enjoyed your lunch with us and that everything from the food to the service and atmosphere hit the mark. It’s especially great to hear that the environment was quiet and comfortable. We love being a spot where guests can relax and easily enjoy conversation. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and hope to welcome you back again soon for another great visit! 🍽️
Amanda was very informative on the regular drinks. Sophia was the manager and she was so kind.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We’re so glad to hear that Amanda was informative and helpful with the drink menu, and that Sophia made such a positive impression with her kindness. We’re lucky to have such a great team, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with both of them. We appreciate you dining with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
I've been here several times have never been disappointed honestly surprising the rating isn't higher, services top notch The food is top notch prices are reasonable also have a great selection of drinks this is the absolute perfect place for guys to bring a first date as well being that the menu because lots of pasta options and the inside dining area is really upbeat with cool music.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much Ryan, for the kind words and for being a repeat guest, that truly means a lot to us. We’re thrilled to hear you’ve consistently had great experiences with our service, food, and drink selection. Knowing you enjoy the upbeat vibe, music, and our pasta-forward menu is exactly what we aim for. We really appreciate you recommending Modern Plate as a great first-date spot too, that’s high praise. Thanks again for the support, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Very quiet at Monday lunch, which I appreciated. Food was delicious. Server was a bit slow with drinks at start but attentive and responsive otherwise.
Response from the owner:Thank you for dining with us and for sharing your feedback. We’re glad you enjoyed the quiet Monday lunch atmosphere and that the food hit the mark, that’s exactly the kind of experience many of our guests are looking for during the workweek. We also appreciate your note about the drink timing and are glad to hear your server was attentive and responsive overall. Your feedback helps us continue to improve. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another relaxing and delicious visit.
We went to Modern Plate for dinner on New Year’s Eve. We had great food and our waitress was busy but treated us very kindly. Thanks, Holly!
Response from the owner:Thank you for spending your New Year’s Eve with us! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the food and that Holly took such great care of you, even on a busy night. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We appreciate you celebrating with us and hope to welcome you back again soon!
I had the pork chop. Excellent choice. We went there to celebrate my son’s promotion.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jesse for taking the time to do this awesome ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review for #modernplateelmhurst
I wanted to share my experience at Modern Plate. I have been there many times for dinner and absolutely love it.
The restaurant offers great food, great service, and a great ambiance. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a wonderful dining experience.
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Specials 03/06-/03/08/2026

✨ WEEKEND SPECIALS ARE HERE ✨

Start with something incredible.

🦪 Mussels 18
Served in a white wine sauce with toasted sourdough for dipping. Light, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick things off.

For the main event:

🔥 Cajun Chicken Alfredo 26
Sautéed Cajun chicken over fettuccine in a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce with just the right kick.

🥩 Six Hour Pot Roast 30
Slow roasted, fork tender pot roast over whipped potatoes with garlic roasted carrots. Comfort food done right.

And save room because this one is worth it:

🍫 Profiteroles 14
Two homemade French puff pastries filled with vanilla ice cream and topped with chocolate sauce.

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Our Story

Modern Plate is Elmhurst’s destination for fresh flavors, modern American comfort, and warm Midwestern hospitality, morning, noon, and night. From chef-driven breakfast and brunch to crave-worthy lunches, dinners, and elevated cocktails, we’re here to make every meal the best part of your day.

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Address: 119 N York St, Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone: (630) 361-6304

Restaurant Hours:

Mon 11 30am - 9pm (kitchen closes at 9pm)
Tues 11 30am - 9pm (kitchen closes at 9pm)
Wed 11 30am - 9pm (kitchen closes at 9pm)
Thur 11 30am - 10pm (kitchen closes at 9pm)
Fri 11 30am - 12am (kitchen closes at 10pm)
Sat- 9 am - 12am (kitchen closes at 10pm)
Sun 9 am - 9pm (kitchen closes at 9pm)