Best Casual Restaurants in Highland Park

32 restaurants available nearby

1. Bluegrass

4.9

Exceptional(2563)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highland Park

Booked 23 times today

Bluegrass is a casual restaurant located in Highland Park. With a cozy setting nestled into the west side of town it is a true destination dining location. Complete with a warm friendly bar and an American flare, Bluegrass blends in a little Southern influence into its repertoire. The wine and beer selections are all American, along with a full back bar, all hand selected to echo the quality of the fare. Aside from a beautiful setting, the restaurant has extraordinary food and service with a remarkable value. Check our website for details on the events during the summer, as well as our Facebook page. We have many wonderful, rotating specials therefore consult our online menu regularly.

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2. Alex's Washington Gardens

4.8

Exceptional(1510)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Made from scratch, family recipe Italian cuisine, in Highwood since 1932, and at its current location since 1982. Serving a selection of Fresh Seafood delivered daily including Salmon, Whitefish, Mussels, Calamari..... All the classics are here, homemade pastas, hand carved and pounded out Chicken and Veal Parmigiana, Limone, Piccata, Calabrese, and of course Lasagnas, Meatballs, Chicken Vesuvio, and many more, and of course homemade desserts. Also, we offer some of the best thin, crisp crust pizza, which was the first pizza served on the North Shore at Scornavacco's since 1944.

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3. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.5

Awesome(1915)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 37 times today

- OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability.Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please remove your hat when entering. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant.

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4. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4.5

Awesome(1113)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 20 times today

Bella Via Ristorante is thrilled to announce its new location at 431 Temple ave in Highland Park. An authentic Italian Restaurant, a true family owned and family operated that has served the North Shore communities for over 26 years. We feature classic Italian fare with an impressive selection of Italian wines. The menu consists of a variety of appetizers, homemade pastas, fresh fish, tender veal, chicken and many other Italian favorites.

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5. Prairie Grass Café

4.7

Exceptional(2217)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 30 times today

Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

6. Longitud315

4.7

Exceptional(1606)

Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Highwood

Booked 15 times today

Longitud315 is the life-long dream of Chef Tony Castillo. A concept that was born as a result of his childhood memories cooking side to side with his grandmother. She taught him that cooking wasn’t about just cooking a dish, but great cooking that comes from the heart. Chef Tony’s wish is to transmit his passion for cooking in every single dish and for each of our patrons to have the most memorable dining experience... Chef Tony brings to the North Shore and to all food lovers a new fusion of South American flavors with exotic Venezuelan, Argentinian, Brazilian, Ecuadorian and Peruvian flavors... TO REQUEST ROOFTOP PLEASE CONTACT US @ (847) 926-7495

7. House 406

4.8

Exceptional(1537)

Price: Expensive

• American • Northbrook

Booked 10 times today

House 406 is a modern American restaurant perfect for your next date night. Our extensive spirits, wine & beer list offer something for everyone. Please note that all outdoor reservations will be made either in our heated tent or open air seating with additional heaters. All reservations will be limited to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Parties later then 15 minutes will forfeit their table.

8. Froggy's

4.7

Exceptional(1019)

Price: Expensive

• French • Highwood

Booked 6 times today

Froggy’s French Café has been serving Chicago’s North Shore award winning French cuisine for almost 40 years. Known for our ambiance, friendly knowledgeable service and presentation we serve the freshest seafood and vegetables and steaks. We recommend starting with a glass of wine, a bowl of French Onion Soup or escargot appetizer, and then move on to our seasonal seafood mains, fresh pastas or our classic steak and frits. Froggy’s diverse menu is geared to satisfy seafood aficionados, vegetarians and all omnivores alike. Always fresh, always French and always a fantastic dining experience. Located in Highwood, IL nestled in between Highland Park and Lake Forest, come dine with us to see why Froggy’s is known as North Shore’s hidden gem.

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9. Morton's The Steakhouse - Northbrook

4.7

Exceptional(1584)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Northbrook

Booked 15 times today

What began in Chicago in 1978 is now one of the most award-winning steakhouses around. For over 30 years, Morton's The Steakhouse has been on a mission to provide "The Best Steak… Anywhere." Focusing on quality, consistency and genuine hospitality, Morton's seeks to provide not only memorable cuisine, but a memorable experience. With fresh, succulent seafood and famed USDA prime-aged steak, it's no surprise that Morton's has thrilled diners all over the world. For a glimpse of a higher standard of steakhouse, come see the legendary Morton's experience for yourself.

10. Landmark Inn

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Price: Moderate

• Grill • Northbrook

Booked 4 times today

Built in 1885, our building is a true landmark, as our name implies, and is the oldest commercial structure in Northbrook. A wide menu of impeccable food and comfortable ambience provides the standard for excellence in casual family dining. Enjoy a drink and choose from our many burgers, gyros, salads and more.

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Raymondvip
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great family event time- looking forward to next time.
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Rosebud - DeerfieldPrice: Moderate• Italian• Deerfield
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4.5
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Deborah
Chicago / Illinois •58 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was fabulous! It just took a really long time to get it. The servers were very kind.
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Prairie Grass CaféPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northbrook
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4.7
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Randivip
Chicago / Illinois •38 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
service was terrific, cocktails strong and food was tasty (shrimp/chicken with dirty rice, shrimp and grits, BBQ plates, artichoke fritters). oh and the bananas foster. only complaint was that at 7:30, they were out of the grouper and both etouffees. an early dinner crowd - we were almost the last table there at 9:30.
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BluegrassPrice: Moderate• American• Highland Park
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4.9
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Adamvip
Chicago / Illinois •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food and service always great here. Except on this night the waitress was a little rushed and unfocused. She forgot to put the order in for one of our pizzas. Then blamed it on us saying we told her we only wanted one. Not what happed at all. We initially ordered 3 pizzas and the. She said they have gluten free why don’t you do two instead so we agreed. She only put the gluten free one in to make and we never received the regular cheese.
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Alex's Washington GardensPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.8
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Lynne
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
My husband and I were delighted when we found out you reopened in a new location. Bella Via is one of our favorite restaurants.
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Bella Via Ristorante and BanquetsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park
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4.5

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Bluegrass

2. Alex's Washington Gardens

3. Rosebud - Deerfield

4. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

5. Prairie Grass Café

6. Longitud315

7. House 406

8. Froggy's

9. Morton's The Steakhouse - Northbrook

10. Landmark Inn

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