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Awaken Cafe
4.8(129 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
RestaurantUpdated September 2026
Best Restaurants in Kankakee, IL (2026)
Looking for a restaurant in Kankakee? We've compiled a list of the top 20 verified restaurants in Kankakee, IL based on ratings, reviews, and public business records.
46
Total Restaurants
20
Top Rated
4.5
Avg Rating
14,433
Total Reviews
Top 20 Restaurants in Kankakee, IL
2
Fat Boy Fish, Chicken and sweets
4.8(59 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
3
Cams & Cues
4.8(34 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
4
Yuriria’s Kitchen
4.8(13 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
5
Rigo's Place
4.7(482 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
6
Julio’s Family Restaurant
4.7(275 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
7
Blue's Cafe
4.6(807 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
8
Jaenicke's Root Beer Stand
4.6(694 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
9
Carlo's Restaurant
4.6(678 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
10
Stefari West Avenue
4.6(464 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
11
Crunchy Chicken
4.6(87 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
12
Chicken Dip (Always Fresh) fish,chicken & grill
4.6(85 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
13
Paul's Place
4.5(801 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
14
Eddies Bar & Grill
4.5(402 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
15
5 Star Wings
4.5(313 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
16
Loris Restaurant
4.5(296 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
17
Ana's Restaurant
4.5(136 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
18
River Rock Pub & Beer Garden
4.5(42 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
19
El Mexicano Restaurant
4.4(1,199 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
20
Poor Boy Restaurant
4.4(1,067 reviews)
Kankakee, IL
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- Public Licensing Records — We verify that each professional holds valid, up-to-date licenses and registrations in IL.
- NPI Registry & Business Records — For healthcare professionals, we cross-reference the National Provider Identifier registry. For other verticals, we use state business filings and industry databases.
- Customer Ratings & Reviews — We aggregate ratings from major review platforms to surface the highest-quality professionals.
- Completeness of Information — Professionals with verified contact details, addresses, and active online presence rank higher.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many restaurants are in Kankakee, IL?
Our directory currently lists 46 verified restaurants in Kankakee, IL. This number is regularly updated as new professionals are added to our database.
What is the average rating for restaurants in Kankakee?
The average rating for restaurants in Kankakee, IL is 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 14,433 total reviews across all listed professionals.
How do I choose the best restaurant in Kankakee?
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