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Munch Madness: La Dolce Vita vs. PC's Pancake Cafe

Show your hometown pride by casting your vote for Lemont restaurants during Munch Madness.

 

We've got one last group of second-round Munch Madness matchups. Restaurants with an international flair make a strong showing in each of the competing towns.

But who will move on to the Sweet 16? That, readers, is up to you.

Voting in round two is open until 5 p.m. Wednesday. Show your loyalty by commenting for your pick on this story, on Facebook or via Twitter by tagging it with your Patch town's handle.

To learn more about the tournament and get the full rules CLICK HERE.

Second Round (Darien) 

El Burrito Loco vs. Thai O'Cha

El Burrito Loco: El Burrito Loco offers many choices of Mexican food, from specialty combination meals such as carne asada con camaron and shrimp fajitas to well known favorites including enchiladas, quesadillas and tacos.

Thai O'ChaThis family-operated Thai restaurant has been a popular eating place in the Darien area since 2001.

Second Round (Downers Grove)

Cedar Grill vs. Thai Pot

Cedar Grill: Cedar Hill offers a large menu of Mediterranean dishes. Beef, lamb and chicken kabobs are offered as dinners or as a sandwich wrap with hummus.

Thai Pot: Owner Tiffany Amprachna, a native of Bangkok, uses family recipes for the restaurant's authentic dishes, which include the popular Crab Rangoon, Pad Thai, spicy basil chicken and Thai tea.

Second Round (Lemont) 

La Dolce Vita vs. PC's Pancake Cafe

La Dolce Vita: One of three locations, the Lemont La Dolce Vita is a beautiful, inviting place to eat. The interior is very nicely decorated, and the staff is just as warm and welcoming as the decor.

PC's Pancake CafeThis restaurant's cozy, family-friendly atmosphere starts at the front door. The staff is very friendly and helpful, ensuring that every guest feels welcome and ready to chow down on what the hostess calls "great food."

Second Round (Woodridge) 

Nonnie's Pizza vs. Pepe's Mexican Restaurant 

Nonnie's Pizza: Most menu items are made from scratch. The family pizza recipe dates back 50 years, but the wings and sauces are also hugely popular. 

Pepe's Mexican Restaurant: Specialties include enchiladas with chicken, pork or steak, chicken or steak fajitas and combination plates if you can't pick just one item.

Related Topics: La Dolce Vita, Pancake Cafe, and munch madness

Mike Colaizzi

9:52 am on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

An Italian dinner place, against a breakfast, lunch place?? Both are wonderful eating establishments. It's only 10:00 am so I'm in the mood for breakfast, Paul , Marie and their staff are great as well as serving up some great food.. Nod to PC's this morning!!

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Amanda Luevano

10:03 am on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Because we could only submit 16 restaurants for Munch Madness and we're now down to 8, we're going to run into some weird pairings. It's possible the final four (finalists from each participating town) could be a mix of pancakes, pizza, tacos and sushi. Seems odd, I know. But we have to get down to one restaurant! Thanks for voting!

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Maria Cambria

4:13 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

PC's Pancake Cafe no doubt!!!!!!

Sperini

11:26 am on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Pc's Pancake cafe for sure!!!! never had a better breakfast!

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Lisa Wright

2:07 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Oh, I luv me some PC's Cafe!

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John Koklys

2:37 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Pcs pancake cafe has the best food and servers

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Glenn Pasiewicz

4:12 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

They are both great places, but PC's Pancake Cafe is fantastic!

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Joseph Domino

4:12 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

PCS PANCAKE CAFE HAS MY VOTE!

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Kristin

6:21 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Pancake Cafe has good food and awesome servers!!! Vikki Rocks!

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Ilana

10:02 pm on Tuesday, April 3, 2012

I vote for PC'S cafe, best food and service hands down!!!!!!!!!!

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