In 1988, Emilio Gervilla, opened the first Emilio's Tapas in Hillside, IL. It was named one of Chicago Magazine's 10 best new restaurants and has never looked back.
The atmosphere is fun, casual, and sophisticated, with vibrant and colorful settings, where friendly, well-informed professionals are eager to serve.
The wonderful Spanish cuisine is made up of small plates of hot and cold tapas and variety of peerless paellas inspired by Mediterranean and New World cultures. These are Emilio's own recipes honed over a lifetime, growing up and working his way through restaurants in Spain, and coming to the US to work and share his creations and passion for his homeland.
Be the winner and experience Chef Emilio's passion for food and hospitality!