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- EEllenVIPChicago / Illinois •54 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThe service was great, and the food for the most part, was good. Two of us ordered the steak medallions, and even though they weren't overcooked for some reason they were dry. Matter of fact first thing I did after my first bite was to check the cook. I thought it was overcooked. My husband's burger and our friends Ahi tuna were perfect. This is unusual because normally all our food is great.More infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Gurnee, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Gurnee•4.7
- KHKeriHVIPChicago / Illinois •14 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoThis was a girls night out to celebrate a birthday and the holidays. My favorite thing about Ema - aside from how delicious and creative the food is - is that the portion sizes are big enough to share, but not so huge that you feel guilty ordering multiple dishes. There were six of us and we ordered a variety of cocktails (which were beautifully presented) followed by several dishes from all sections of the menu. We started with the classic hummus and the toasted almond & garlic spread. The hummus was predictably delicious, but the real standout was the toasted almond garlic spread. It was crunchy and nutty and had lots of flavor. We next had the chopped salad and the big eye tuna with Honeycrisp apple and pomegranate seeds. The chopped salad had a pleasantly surprising bit of spice to it, which we all enjoyed but….the tuna preparation was stellar and is a relatively new add to the menu. Ema’s previous tuna dish – from October – included watermelon, but this dish was truly spectacular! The bright pop of color and tartness in the pomegranate, paired with the tuna and diced apple, along with the mint… Made it look like Christmas on a plate. SK SO good!! We then had falafel, brussels sprouts and brown butter dates. The falafel is crunchy and flavorful, and served with a beet-laced tzatziki. The brussels sprouts were prepared with shallots and pumpkin seeds and a subtle hint of sticky sweetness. The dates were fine, but nobody was raving about them like we did the other dishes. We finished our meal with the harissa crusted halibut, and the cauliflower kebab. Both were excellent, although my personal favorite was the halibut. It is served on a bed of mushrooms, in a Dashi broth with a spicy crust on top. The fish was tender and flaky and full of flavor. Service (Morgan) was attentive but not annoying; ambience is chic and classy but comfortable. You would never know you are in a parking lot in Glenview as opposed to a terrace in the Mediterranean.More infoEma - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Glenview•4.7
- BBILLLake of the Ozarks •2 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 14, 2024Our table in the lounge was ready when we arrived. The food is always good, but a bit pricy. Service was outstanding. Loved the casual atmosphere. The Bluegrass Christmas was fantastic.More info129 Center CutPrice: Moderate• Steak• Grayslake•4.5
- CCharlesVIPChicago / Illinois •8 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 13, 2024Good and waiter were great. The only problem was that are table was right by the door and it was a cold night. For the money I didn’t want wear my coat while I was enjoying my meal.More info15 Lakes Prime SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Antioch•4.8
- WWilliamChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 12, 2024This is a great place to eat. The food was excellent and the environment was upbeat and fun. Good drinks too !More infoMoretti's - Fox LakePrice: Moderate• Italian• Fox Lake•4.5
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Fox Lake is a scenic little village on the south shore of the Chain O'Lakes, less than an hour from Chicago. Its food scene is largely laid-back rural fare with a couple of upscale options for special occasions. Fox Lake locals and visiting fishermen like hearty American cuisine. That's why you'll find plenty of cafes and brewpubs in the area. If a classic Reuben, Friday night fish fry and homemade pies are up your alley, then you're in luck. When you're ready to mix things up, there are also great Mexican and Italian options. Feed the whole family without breaking the bank with massive chimichangas or a hefty Chicago style pizza.