Best Seasonal Restaurants in Lake Forest

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Miramar

4.8

Exceptional(1744)

Price: Moderate

• French • Highwood

Booked 28 times today

Miramar Bistro is a traditional French bistro and the menu is always fresh and seasonal. Service is friendly and thorough and the ambiance is exceptional. The French doors open to the sidewalk patio and lend to al fresco dining both for lunch and dinner. Miramar also books parties and banquets up to 300 people.

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2. Oaken Bistro + Bar

4.3

Awesome(228)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lake Forest

Booked 11 times today

Oaken is a modern, upscale American Bistro + Bar with a global influence. Enjoy all-day dining in Lake Forest with elevated burgers & salads as well as dishes with more unique, worldly flavor trends like our popular Oaken Burger, Cubano with Crispy Pork Belly, or Braised Short Rib. When it’s time for Happy Hour, the sleek lounge features a craft cocktail menu with signature herbal-infused offerings as well as an eclectic wine list and local beers. Enjoy all day drinks and dining in the contemporary dining room, the inviting 25-seat outdoor patio, or order take-out or delivery. Branch out from your ordinary routine and unearth Oaken!

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3. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4.6

Exceptional(1115)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 19 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.

4. Froggy's

4.7

Exceptional(1024)

Price: Expensive

• French • Highwood

Booked 8 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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5. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

4.6

Exceptional(827)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Vernon Hills

Booked 65 times today

Welcome to Perry's in Vernon Hills, Illinois! Step into our vibrant atmosphere where the essence of our Rare and Well Done® experience comes to life. Take in our stunning wine wall, unwind at our lively Bar 79®, and bask in the inviting ambiance of our cozy outdoor patio. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply savoring a night out, our elegant private dining rooms provide the perfect setting. Indulge in our award-winning cuisine, featuring signature dishes crafted with care and precision. Our dedicated staff ensures that every aspect of your visit, from the moment you arrive to the last bite, is nothing short of exceptional. Join us and discover why Perry's is more than just a restaurant—it's a culinary destination where unforgettable memories are made.

6. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5519)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 85 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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7. Prairie Grass Café

4.7

Exceptional(2225)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 26 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.

8. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1435)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 15 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

9. Di Pescara

4.5

Awesome(5697)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Northbrook

Booked 74 times today

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

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10. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(10294)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnshire

Booked 91 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

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Linda
Chicago / Illinois •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The restaurant was exceptionally busy but we were taken to our table shortly after arrival for our reservation. The waitstaff were friendly and service was good. Food was above expectation, except for the chocolate dresser which tasted like lumps of sugar. Definitely will go back.
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Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon HillsPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Vernon Hills
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4.6
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debbieVIP
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was good as usual but the wine by the glass is disgraceful. It is really undrinkable and way overpriced The cost of a glass is more than the bottle. What a shame to spoil a good meal with such poor one. Ruins whole experience
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MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
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4.8
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ElizabethVIP
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Amazing food and service! Definitely will be going back!! The goat cheese and honey appetizer is phenomenal with the flavors blending together nicely in a rich decadent experience! The wild mushrooms were sautéed just right and so very flavorful! Would HIGHLY recommend this place for the food, ambiance and most of all the excellent hospitable service!
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Oaken Bistro + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Lake Forest
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4.3
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jeff
Chicago / Illinois •45 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Always a wonderful dining experience. Great food, drinks and service.
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Bella Via Ristorante and BanquetsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park
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4.6
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MichaelVIP
Greater Boston •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 28, 2024
We've been coming for years. Favorites include Amazon escargot as well as mushroom ravioli. This night I had a special appetizer of ceviche and shrimp sausage, both of which were delicious. I recently had a bouillabaisse special that was event and satisfying.
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Froggy'sPrice: Expensive• French• Highwood
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4.7

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Miramar

2. Oaken Bistro + Bar

3. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4. Froggy's

5. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

6. Saranello's

7. Prairie Grass Café

8. Enzo and Lucia

9. Di Pescara

10. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

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