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1. Valley Lodge Tavern
4.5
Awesome(121)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Wilmette
Booked 6 times today
Valley Lodge Tavern in a neighborhood tavern serving high quality food and drink to the north shore for 50 years. We serve a variety of food including burgers, ribs, steaks, and delicious salads.
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2. EJ's Place
4.8
Exceptional(1747)
Price: Expensive
• American • Skokie
Booked 25 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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3. Aboyer
4.7
Exceptional(622)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Winnetka
Booked 11 times today
Aboyer, a French-American brasserie in Winnetka, is all about vibrant energy and refined French pub-grub. Reviews rave about its 'exceptional curated wine list,' 'unbelievable food,' and 'great vibe,' calling it 'a charming and delicious French brasserie.' From 'Potato & Truffle Soup' to 'Coq au Vin,' the menu offers a unique and tasty dining experience. The ambiance is 'elegant but not stuffy,' making it perfect for casual and special occasions.
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4. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge
4.7
Exceptional(8185)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincolnwood
Booked 141 times today
Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.
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5. The Hampton Social - Skokie
4.4
Awesome(1882)
Price: Expensive
• American • Skokie
Booked 65 times today
The Hampton Social - Skokie is a lively and fun spot, known for its 'Rosé All Day' lounge and coastal-inspired food. Customers rave about the 'great ambiance', 'excellent service', and 'energetic and lively' atmosphere. The restaurant is also applauded for its 'unique' drink offerings and 'live music'. Perfect for a weekend brunch, or a catch-up with friends, The Hampton Social is a popular choice for good food and quality drinks.
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6. Spirit Elephant
4.8
Exceptional(1568)
Price: Moderate
• Vegan • Winnetka
Booked 45 times today
Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.
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7. Libertad
4.7
Exceptional(3203)
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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8. 501 Local
4.7
Exceptional(244)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Winnetka
Booked 29 times today
501 Local is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Bistro located in downtown Winnetka. The menu offers a combination of classic and contemporary dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flavors. Our service is attentive and friendly. We are a perfect choice for catching up with an old friend over lunch, grabbing a drink with coworkers on our award-winning patio, or celebrating your occasion with family or a special someone. Make your visit to Winnetka unforgettable. Dine with us at 501 Local and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!
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9. Francesca - Lincolnwood
4.6
Exceptional(355)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lincolnwood
Booked 39 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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10. Tapas Barcelona
4.7
Exceptional(651)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Evanston
Booked 36 times today
Dine on traditional Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona. Located 1615 Chicago Ave, north suburb of Evanston and just south of Northwestern University, this restaurant offers casual comfort and a friendly setting for dining out. Tapas Barcelona has various dishes on the menu, such as baked snails and pizza topped with spinach and goat cheese. It also serves seafood and vegetarian entrées. Tapas Barcelona has a full bar that offers guests various drinks, including Spanish selections of wine. Its atmosphere is ideal for meeting up with an old friend for lunch or having dinner with the family. This restaurant welcomes reservations and provides take-out services.
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