Emilio's   

4100 Roosevelt Rd
Hillside, IL 60162
708-547-7177
www.emiliostapas.com

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Spain is trumpeted through authentic European tapas, sunny homemade sangria, tunes straight from Toledo and colorful decor. Every tapas bar in Spain has its own version of tortilla a la espanola, a traditional Spanish omelet with potatoes, onion and garlic, and Emilio's doesn't disappoint. The list of little dishes extends from grilled beef brochette rolled in cracked pepper, with sauteed peppers, caramelized onions and horseradish sauce to grilled squid with lemon, garlic and olive oil. Entrees include the fragrant paella a la Valenciana abounding with chicken, pork, lobster, shrimp, mussels and clams. Waitstaff can help you sort out the roster of Spanish wines, Sherries and ports. After a sip or two, you may be surprised to step out on Roosevelt Road and not Madrid's Plaza Mayor. - Jacky Runice