Oak Brook, IL

Oak Brook is one of the most distinctive and well-appointed communities in Chicago’s western suburbs; home to some of the finest corporate campuses in the country (McDonald’s world headquarters called Oak Brook home for nearly five decades), one of the most beautiful open-air shopping destinations in the United States, and beautiful residential neighborhoods set among wooded preserves along the Salt Creek corridor. Our Calico design showroom is located at 3031 Butterfield Road, Suite 101, adjacent to the Oakbrook Center one of the premier shopping destinations in the Chicago metro area.

Whether you’re stopping in to explore our 5,000+ designer fabrics, custom window treatments, and free design services, or making a full afternoon of it, this guide covers the best dining, boutique shopping, parks, and sightseeing Oak Brook and the surrounding western suburbs have to offer.

Where to Eat & Drink

Oak Brook and the surrounding western suburbs, particularly neighboring Hinsdale’s downtown village, offer an excellent concentration of dining destinations, from a nationally recognized chef-driven steakhouse and a beloved French patisserie to acclaimed sushi and the western suburbs’ most celebrated neighborhood tavern.

• Vistro Prime  · Hinsdale · ~2 miles · Washington St Chef Paul Virant’s acclaimed chef-driven steakhouse in downtown Hinsdale; dry-aged prime cuts, exceptional craft cocktails, wood-fired wings, and a menu built around local sourcing and genuine culinary ambition. Chef Virant is among the most celebrated chefs in the Chicago area, known for his farm-to-table dedication and preservation techniques. The finest fine dining in the western suburbs.
• Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse  · Oak Brook · Oakbrook Center The acclaimed Chicago steakhouse institution’s western suburbs outpost, located within Oakbrook Center. All the signature Gibsons USDA Prime cuts, impeccable service, and the lively, convivial atmosphere that has made the original Gold Coast location a Chicago legend for over 30 years. An ideal special-occasion dinner right beside our showroom.
• Meson Sabika  · Naperville · ~10 miles · 1025 Aurora Ave A nationally celebrated Spanish tapas restaurant inside a magnificent 1847 Victorian mansion in Naperville, featuring live flamenco on weekend evenings and an extraordinary selection of authentic tapas, sangria, and Spanish wine. One of the most distinctive dining experiences in the entire Chicago metro area, genuinely unlike anything else in the western suburbs.
• Fuller House  · Hinsdale · ~2 miles · 35 E 1st St Voted the best neighborhood bar in Chicago’s western suburbs, a rustic tavern in downtown Hinsdale serving wood-fired pizza, generous sandwiches, craft beer, and creative cocktails in a warm, welcoming space. Families are welcome and the patio is particularly popular in warmer months. A genuine community gathering place.
• Nabuki  · Hinsdale · ~2 miles · 18 E 1st St A lively Japanese restaurant and sushi bar bringing city-level quality to the western suburbs, premium sushi and sashimi, modern Japanese small plates, and a vibrant bar scene anchored by the legendary Lychee Martini. One of DuPage County’s most consistently excellent and enjoyable dinner destinations.
• Toni Patisserie & Café  · Hinsdale · ~2 miles · 51 S Washington St A Parisian-style patisserie and café beloved across the western suburbs for its exquisite macarons, raspberry meringues, croissants, soups, and Parisian-inspired lunch plates. The perfect morning stop before or after a Calico design consultation.
• Hinsdale Farmers Market  · Burlington Park, Hinsdale · ~2 miles · Mondays, June–October One of the western suburbs’ most beloved weekly markets, held on Monday mornings at Burlington Park in downtown Hinsdale with dozens of local vendors selling fresh produce, artisan baked goods, specialty foods, and handcrafted goods. A wonderful community gathering with a genuinely local character.

Boutique Shopping & Local Finds

Oak Brook is one of the premier shopping destinations in the Chicago area; anchored by one of the largest and most beautiful open-air shopping centers in the United States, with additional boutique and specialty shopping in neighboring Hinsdale’s landmark downtown village.

• Oakbrook Center  · Oak Brook · Adjacent to our showroom One of the most beautiful and comprehensive open-air shopping centers in the United States, a 2-million-square-foot destination anchored by Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Neiman Marcus, with 60+ stores including Apple, Williams-Sonoma, Pottery Barn, lululemon, Restoration Hardware, and a curated lineup of national and luxury retailers. The center’s beautifully landscaped grounds, featuring fountains, mature trees, and an open-air promenade, make shopping here a genuinely pleasant experience year-round. A natural full-day pairing with a Calico design consultation.
• Downtown Hinsdale Village  · Hinsdale · ~2 miles · Washington St Hinsdale’s walkable historic downtown listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized as one of the most charming village commercial districts in Illinois; with independent boutiques, specialty retailers, the Hinsdale Farmers Market, and excellent restaurants along Washington Street and Chicago Avenue. Marcus Boutique carries Fendi, Gucci, and Valentino; Scent Bar offers niche fragrances rarely found in the suburbs. A beautiful contrast to Oakbrook Center’s scale.
• Hinsdale Fine Arts Festival  · Burlington Park, Hinsdale · Annual – June One of the finest juried outdoor art festivals in the Chicago area, held annually in Burlington Park with over 130 carefully selected artists showcasing painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and jewelry. An outstanding destination for art lovers and design enthusiasts and a highlight of the western suburbs’ cultural calendar.

Parks, Nature & Sightseeing Near Oak Brook

Oak Brook and DuPage County are surrounded by some of the finest natural and cultural destinations in the Chicago area, from a world-class arboretum and one of the country’s great zoos to remarkable historic estates and easy access to downtown Chicago.

• The Morton Arboretum  · Lisle · ~5 miles · 4100 Illinois Route 53 One of the most extraordinary outdoor destinations in the American Midwest; a 1,700-acre living museum of trees and plants from around the world, with over 16 miles of trails through remarkable botanical collections across all four seasons. The winter lights installations are spectacular; the spring bloom is world-class; the fall color is extraordinary. A required destination for any design-minded visitor to the western suburbs, and one of the finest arboretums in the United States.
• Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve  · Oak Brook · ~2 miles A beautiful 222-acre DuPage County forest preserve along the Salt Creek, one of the most scenic and beloved natural spaces in the western suburbs, with wooded hiking trails, a nature center, picnic areas, and excellent bird and wildlife watching along the creek corridor. A peaceful and restorative destination just minutes from Oakbrook Center.
• Mayslake Peabody Estate  · Oak Brook · 1901 W 35th St A magnificent 1921 Tudor Revival mansion and estate preserved within the Mayslake Forest Preserve in Oak Brook, with beautiful grounds and a Portiuncula Chapel that is a replica of St. Francis of Assisi’s original chapel in Italy. One of DuPage County’s most distinctive historic properties and a fascinating cultural destination just minutes from our showroom.
• Brookfield Zoo  · Brookfield · ~8 miles · 3300 Golf Rd One of the finest zoos in the United States and a Chicago-area institution since 1934; 235 acres housing over 3,500 animals in beautifully landscaped naturalistic habitats. Home to a celebrated dolphin show, a world-class gorilla habitat, and seasonal special events including the spectacular Holiday Magic winter lights festival. An exceptional full-day destination for all ages.
• Chicago via I-88 – Metra BNSF  · Downtown Chicago · ~19 miles Oak Brook’s position on the I-88 corridor puts downtown Chicago about 25–30 minutes away by car in off-peak hours. The nearby Hinsdale and Westmont Metra BNSF Line stations offer direct train service to Union Station in approximately 30–35 minutes, making the Art Institute, the Chicago Architecture Center, Millennium Park, and the Riverwalk all easily accessible for a day trip.

Visit Calico’s Oak Brook Design Shop

Our Oak Brook design shop is located at 3031 Butterfield Road, Suite 101 — adjacent to Oakbrook Center and minutes from Hinsdale, Downers Grove, Willowbrook, and the broader DuPage County communities we serve.

We offer 5,000+ designer fabrics, trims, and wallpaper and specialize in custom window treatments, Hunter Douglas blinds and shades, custom furniture, bedding, cushions and pillows, and reupholstery services. Our fabric selection includes over 1,000 performance fabric options featuring Sunbrella, Crypton Home and Bella Dura. Our designers are available for free in-store and in-home consultations for all project sizes, from a single accent pillow to a complete home redesign.

• Address: 3031 Butterfield Road, Suite 101, Oak Brook, IL 60523
• Phone: (630) 920-1955
• Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM | Sunday: Closed
• Website: calicocorners.com