Best Romantic Restaurants in Skokie

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

Regions

ChicagoKenoshaNear WestNorth SuburbsNorthwest IndianaNorthwest Suburbs

Neighborhoods

AddisonAlbany ParkAlgonquinAlsipAndersonvilleAntioch

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

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Takeout only

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1782)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 34 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

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2. Wildfire - Glenview

4.7

Exceptional(11260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 115 times today

Wildfire - Glenview offers a unique 1940s supper club experience, perfect for romantic evenings. The restaurant's warm, stylish decor and jazz music create a cozy atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the 'personal romantic vibe' and 'great atmosphere'. Plus, their menu of broiled steaks, roasted meats, and seafood is sure to impress.

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3. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

4.7

Exceptional(1636)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 15 times today

Roka Akor is a premier steakhouse serving the finest steak, seafood, and sushi. Renowned for our exquisite Japanese Wagyu and Certified Kobe Beef, we are part of an elite group of fewer than 40 restaurants in the U.S. — and 1 of only a few in Chicago — licensed to serve this coveted delicacy. All of our meats and vegetables are expertly grilled to perfection over an Open Flame Charcoal Robata Grill. Elevate your dining experience with our award-winning wine list, premium sake, craft cocktails, and an extensive selection of fine whiskey.

4. Stefani Prime

4.7

Exceptional(2372)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnwood

Booked 29 times today

Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.

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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Morton Grove, IL

4.6

Exceptional(2557)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Morton Grove

Booked 53 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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6. Francesca - Lincolnwood

4.6

Exceptional(412)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincolnwood

Booked 21 times today

Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

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7. The Capital Grille - Old Orchard Center

4.8

Exceptional(461)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 21 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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8. Jameson's Charhouse - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 6 times today

Fine-eating establishments know the essence of the restaurant business. It isn't merely enough to provide good food. The truly memorable dining experience depends upon several other ingredients from the top food selections, to the most dedicated people serving you. We want to lift your dining experience to a whole new level of harmony, which shows in our atmosphere and our philosophy to bring you an experience that is simply unparalleled in the restaurant industry.For more than 30 years, Jameson's Charhouse has served quality steaks, chops, and fresh fish, for exceptional value. Our extensive menu selections feature modern American cuisine full of delicious choices.

9. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3226)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 16 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

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10. Maggiano's - Old Orchard

4.5

Awesome(4208)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 26 times today

Roka Akor is a premier steakhouse serving the finest steak, seafood, and sushi. Renowned for our exquisite Japanese Wagyu and Certified Kobe Beef, we are part of an elite group of fewer than 40 restaurants in the U.S. licensed to serve this coveted delicacy. All of our meats and vegetables are expertly grilled to perfection over an Open Flame Charcoal Robata Grill. Elevate your dining experience with our award-winning wine list, premium sake, craft cocktails, and an extensive selection of fine whiskey.

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carlVIP
Chicago / Illinois •100 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always good and service over the years we have been going their
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Roka Akor - Old OrchardPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Skokie
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4.7
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Karren
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Good food with vegetarian options and server was great
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Morton Grove, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Morton Grove
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4.6
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Donna
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The service was excellent. The food was very good. We had the meatball appetizer and 2 pasta dishes. I had a glass of pino noir and my friend had the pomegranate drink. I can’t remember the name. Both were very good. The valet service was also excellent. My only complaint is when I booked the reservations there was only a 2:30 and a 2:45 seating. When we came in there were a lot of open tables. We left at 4 and only a quarter of the restaurant was full.
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Stefani PrimePrice: Expensive• Steak• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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JeromeVIP
Chicago / Illinois •105 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My wife and I had a wonderful Valentine's Day dinner. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable of the preparation of every item on the menu on which we had questions. Even with a packed dining room, he kept checking in with us to make sure that all was good and made sure that we had a lovely evening. The food, as usual, was excellent. I had prime rib and my wife had branzino. Both were excellent as well as the salad, bisque, mushrooms and au gratin potatoes.
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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4.7
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Ernest
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The oysters on the half shell were big and fresh - best I’ve had in years.
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EJ's PlacePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.8

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