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- MMargoVIPChicago / Illinois •11 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe food is always so good! A very friendly staff that makes you feel so welcome. It is our go to placeMore infoKuro BistroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Lake Forest•4.6
- MMirayChicago / Illinois •9 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoLe Colonial never disappoints! The food, ambience and service are always spot on!More infoLe Colonial - Lake ForestPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Lake Forest•4.7
- BBernVIPSouthwest Florida •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoThe venue is very nice and is perfect for a small gathering. The food is delicious, my only knock is that the lunchtime food menu/offering is a bit limited.More infoFrancesca's IntimoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lake Forest•4.5
- NNanditaVIPChicago / Illinois •14 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAlways a good time with friends and so cozy in the upstairs dining area!More infoDisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood•4.6
- SSteveChicago / Illinois •3 reviews4.0Dined on Dec 8, 2024Nice menu offerings with a little bit of everything (maybe a bit light on seafood). Enjoyable evening with good service and decor decked out for Christmas.More infoAuthenticoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lake Forest•4.6
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Home to many technological startups, Lake Forest is located in the affluent suburban area north of Chicago. Thin crust pizza with a light, crispy texture is a favorite in the neighborhood. Lake Forest features many Italian restaurants that serve this type of dish as well as meatball subs and more. Mexican food is also prominent in Lake Forest. On South Street, you can find Mexican restaurants that have outdoor patios for the summertime. Consume some spicy tamales right along the lakeside for a thrilling experience. In the downtown area, smaller bistros complement these full-scale restaurants, combining fresh, farm-to-table dinner menus with pastries and snacks to go.
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The best vegetarian restaurants in Lake Forest are Le Colonial - Lake Forest, Kuro Bistro and Francesca's Intimo
The restaurants with the best service in Lake Forest are Francesca's Intimo, Le Colonial - Lake Forest and Authentico