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The always-busy dining room is evidence of the restaurant’s local popularity. What sets them apart from other local dining establishments? “We have an all-scratch kitchen,” said Badon. “Staff are trained, possess the knowledge and skill along with high quality ingredients that results in a great dining experience.” Combining seasonally-inspired dishes with expertly paired wines, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants gives guests the best in modern casual dining and one of the country’s largest wine clubs. Located at 15690 Harlem Ave. in Orland Park, the original Cooper’s Hawk location combines an outstanding dining experience coupled with a Napa-style tasting room

“Our Orland Park customers are passionate about their food and wine,” explained Cooper’s Hawk Executive Kitchen Manager Valerie Badon. “Cooper’s Hawk has been

participating as a vendor in the Taste of Orland Park since its inception. A favorite of Taste-goers for years, this year the restaurant offered up their Over the Border Egg Rolls, House-Made Meatballs and Crispy Chips and Dip,” said Badon. Badon has been with the restaurant’s Orland Park location for 10 years. According to Badon, what makes Orland Park special is the people. “They are dedicated to their neighborhood Cooper’s Hawk just as they may be dedicated to a sports team,” said Badon.

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