Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7

1344 Reviews

$31 to $50

Vietnamese

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2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of Lake Forest’s lively Market Square District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations. Please be advised that we do not hold an indoor reservation for all patio reservations. We cannot guarantee a table inside if you wish to move.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(847) 474-1500
Website
http://www.lecoloniallakeforest.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1819
Neighborhood
Lake Forest
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout

Experiences

NY Eve Dinner
$125.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
We will only be offering a $125 per person pre fix dinner. Credit cards are required to make all reservations. There is a 72 hour cancelation policy. Any reservations cancelled within 72 hours will be charged $50 per person. Our menu will be available online shortly. A 20% service charge will be added to all checks.

Cha Gio$16.00
Crispy Shrimp & Pork Roll; Jumbo Shrimp, Heritage Pork, Asian Mushrooms, Mint, Cilantro, Chili Lime Sauce
Cha Gio Chay$15.00
Crispy Vegetable Roll; Jenny's Organic Tofu, Taro Root, Bean Threads, Lettuce, Aromatic Herbs, Tamarind Sauce
Bo Bia$14.00
Chilled Vegetable Roll; Hillside Gardens Carrots, Jicama, Cage Free Eggs, Phoenix Farm Bean Sprouts, Aromatic Herbs, Peanut Plum Sauce
Goi Cuon$15.00
Chilled Shrimp Roll; Jumbo Shrimp, Rice Noodles, Lettuce, Bean Sprouts, Ashland Farm Herbs, Peanut Sauce
Suon Nuong$20.00
Baby Back Ribs; Chargrilled Beelers Heritage Pork Ribs with Signature Vietnamese Dry Rub, Lemongrass, Cabbage Slaw, Scallion Oil, Toasted Peanuts
Goi Cu Cai Do$16.00
Beet Salad; Elawa Farm Heirloom Beets, Soy, Ginger, Avocado Wasabi, Pistachio, Yuca Crisp
Do Bien Tai Chanh$19.00
Seafood Ceviche; Faroe Island Salmon, Gulf Shrimp, Octopus, Jicama, Aji Amarillo Yuzu, Shiso, Vietnamese Coriander, Jalapeño
Banh Cuon$15.00
Chicken & Mushroom Ravioli; Hanoi Steamed Rice Crêpe with Cook's Venture Chicken, Wood Ear Mushrooms, Bean Sprouts, Nuoc Cham Sauce
Banh Uot$16.00
Sesame Beef Rice Noodle Rolls; Grilled Sesame Beef rolled in Flat Rice Noodles, Cucumber, Lettuce, Basil & Lime Garlic Sauce
Sui Cao Chien$16.00
Pan Seared Chicken Dumplings; Cook's Venture Chicken, Scallions, Ginger, Black Vinegar Sauce
Bo La Lot$16.00
Beef in Betel Leaf; Chopped Beef Tenderloin, Lemongrass, Betel Leaf, Fine Vermicelli Noodles, Roasted Peanuts
Ca Song$24.00
Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Tartare; Hass Avocado, Sweet Chili, Elawa Farm Cucumber, Red Shiso, Soy Caviar, Taro Chips

Soups & Salads

Pho Bo$15.00
Hanoi Beef Noodle Soup; Wagyu Oxtail Broth, Beef Tenderloin, Rice Noodles, Scallions, Cilantro, Phoenix Farm Bean Sprouts
Sup Ga Cay$14.00
Spicy Chicken Soup; Lemongrass Poached Cook's Venture Chicken Breast, Mother Fungi Shiitake Mushrooms, Scallions, Cilantro, Spicy Coconut Broth
Goi Du Du$14.00
Green Papaya Salad; Hillside Gardens Pickled Carrots, Rau Ram, Toasted Peanuts, Crispy Shallots, Mint, Thai Basil, Spicy Red Curry Dressing
Goi Ga**$16.00
Vietnamese Chicken & Cabbage Salad; Lemongrass Poached Chicken, Grapefruit, Southern Valley Farm Cabbage, Peanuts, Crispy Shallots, Sweet Chili Garlic Vinaigrette
Goi Bo*$23.00
Spicy Beef Carpaccio Salad; This Old Farm Grass-Fed Black Angus Beef Tenderloin, Farm Greens, Sweet Chili & Organic Agave Dressing
Le Colonial Salat$12.00
Elawa Farm Greens, Watermelon Radish, Pomegranate Seeds, Heirloom Tomato, Georgia Pecans, Yuzu Grapefruit Dressing

Add-Ons

Cook's Venture Chicken$10.00
3 Pcs Jumbo Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp$14.00
4 oz Organic Crispy Tofu$6.00
7 oz Caramelized Beef Tenderloin$26.00

Large Plates

Bo Luc Lac$40.00
Shaking Beef; Caramelized Filet Mignon, Elawa Farm Greens, Stone Creek Watercress, Onions, Lime Pepper Vinaigrette
Ca Hoi Nuong$32.00
Roasted Salmon; Miso Glazed Faroe Island Salmon, Baby Bok Choy, Organic Mother Fungi Shiitake Mushrooms, Coconut Lobster Broth, Annato Oil
Cari Tom$32.00
Green Shrimp Curry; Jumbo Shrimp, Bamboo Shoots, Lime Leaf, Snap Peas, Zucchini, Spicy Coconut Green Curry Broth
Tom Xao Sate**$32.00
Spicy Shrimp Stir-Fry; Jumbo Shrimp, Asparagus, Sweet Vidalia Onions, Eggplant, Scallions, Spicy Chili Oil
Cari Ga$29.00
Chicken Curry; Simmered Cook's Venture Chicken Breast, Japanese Eggplant, Mango, Yams, Green Beans, Toasted Cashews, Yellow Coconut Curry Sauce
- Phoenix Bean Organic Tofu*$24.00
Mi Xao Don Chay$26.00
Crispy Egg Noodles, Wok-Seared Leafy Greens, Phoenix Bean Tofu, Soy Ginger Sauce
Ga Xao Xa Ot**$29.00
Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry; Cage Free Cook's Venture Chicken, Turmeric, Lemongrass, Jalapeño, G&R Farms Vidalia Onions, Mother Fungi Mushrooms, Thai Basil
Ga Xa Gung$38.00
Ginger-Glazed Chicken; Braised Cook's Venture Chicken Thigh, Haricots Verts, Black Peppercorn, Caramelized Fish Sauce, Toasted Cashews, Red Onion
Ga Nuong Xa$42.00
Lemongrass Chicken; Half Roasted Cook's Venture Chicken, Pickled Green Papaya, Thai Basil, Nuoc Cham Sauce
Com Chien**$19.00
Signature Fried Rice; Ginger Poached Cook's Venture Chicken Breast, Broccoli, Greenway Farms Organic Eggs, Vietnamese Pork Sausage, Scallions
Bun Thit Nuong$26.00
Pork Noodle Bowl; Chargrilled Beelers Heritage Pork, Rice Vermicelli, Garden Greens, Cilantro, Mint, Scallions, Garlic Chili Fish Sauce

Shareable Sides

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$14.00
Caramelized Fish Sauce, Lemon, Toasted Peanuts
Rau Xao$14.00
Wok-Fired Gailan, Napa Cabbage, Baby Bok Choy, Garlic Oyster Sauce
Ca Tim Nuong$14.00
Grilled Japanese Eggplant, Scallion Oil, Crispy Shallots, Spicy Basil-Lime Fish Sauce
Jasmine Rice$4.00
- Sm$4.00
- Lg$6.00
Shiitake Mushroom Sticky Rice$8.00
Garlic Green Beans$14.00
Mi Xao He$14.00
Garlic Noodles
Do Chua$6.00
House Pickled Vegetables

What 1,344 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

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North Suburbs
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North Suburbs
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Le Colonial in Lake Forest offers a "wonderful dining experience" with its elegant ambiance, capturing the essence of 1920s Saigon. Guests praise the "outstanding service" and "delicious food," especially the Shaking Beef and Tuna Tartare. The outdoor patio is "lovely," creating a "relaxing atmosphere." Ideal for special occasions, though a bit pricey.

1,344 Reviews

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BBk2
VIP
Chicago
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is such a quaint and dependable restaurant. An awesome setting with great food and attention to detail. Our server got off to a slow start, but was able to make strides by the end. Wine was not exactly at the right temperature, but our server made sure to cool both bottles down fairly quickly. Great experience!
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Paul
VIP
Chicago
29 reviews
5.0
29 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le Colonial never disappoints. Always great food and wonderful service. From the Matre 'D to the wait staff, everyone is always welcoming, attentive, and helpful. When you want a great, unique dining experience this is where to go.
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Serkant
VIP
Chicago
68 reviews
2.0
68 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The halibut was dry. The wines were overpriced. Service was really bad for a restaurant at this scale. Not going back. This location definitely deteriorated from our last visit
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Soraia
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our table was by the front door and every time someone came in or left, a huge draft came in and we were very cold. Kind of ruined the whole mood. 😔
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Amy
VIP
Chicago
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service were exceptional. A great special occasion spot
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Jill T.
VIP
Naples
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Le Colonial Never disappoints. A great place to dine!
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Katie
VIP
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food! This was my 2nd time at Le Colonial, and it was just as good as I remembered the 1st time. Lots of dishes can be made vegan :)
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John
Chicago
195 reviews
5.0
195 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unusual but delicious lunch. Everything was excellent-tuna tartare, egg rolls.
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Natasha
Chicago
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second visit to this location this year. Really love the Chicago location and was excited that we now have the Lake Forest one. My 2 friends and I wanted to celebrate the holidays by enjoying a nice evening with good food drinks and conversation. The restaurant was beautiful, yummy drinks, excellent entrees and our server, Anada was incredible. We were having such a wonderful time. Shortly after being served our deserts, our service came by with the bill and informed us that the manager, Paul wanted us to know that people with reservations were waiting for the table. (We had a reservation too). We asked to speak to him. We informed him that many others in the restaurant were already seated before us yet they were not being basically asked to hurry up and leave. He didn't provide a valid reason to us other than claiming they needed our table for 4 (even though there was an empty one beside us for 4). Our mood quickly went from happy and upbeat, to quiet and disappointed. This was humiliating to us, no one else in the reservation was being forced to hurry up and leave. He also told us that our reservation was made that day, it was not. I booked almost a week ago. Needless to say, if we ever go there again we will call to make sure Paul is not working that day. What a letdown. Thanks to Anada for making us feel special despite the circumstances. It made everyone very uncomfortable. Paul needs to put people first, his behavior was blatant and unacceptable.
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norman
VIP
Chicago
11 reviews
3.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Steak limited amount beef more veggies and lettuce Shrimp taste limited spice Good house salad and great Brussel sprouts did not serve bread. Duck limited taste
Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 6 days ago
Hello Norman, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our house salad and the Brussel sprouts. However, we're sorry to hear that our shrimp and duck dishes didn't meet your expectations. We appreciate your comments about the limited taste and we'll certainly take them into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our menu offerings. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and provide a better experience. Best regards, Paul Passig General Manager
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FAQs

Le Colonial - Lake Forest offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 474-1500.

Le Colonial - Lake Forest is rated 4.7 stars by 1344 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 74 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Le Colonial - Lake Forest

655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1819

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lake Forest
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout

Website
http://www.lecoloniallakeforest.com/
Phone number
(847) 474-1500

Le Colonial - Lake Forest

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

NY Eve Dinner

Small Plates

Cha Gio$16.00

Cha Gio Chay$15.00

Bo Bia$14.00

Goi Cuon$15.00

Suon Nuong$20.00

Goi Cu Cai Do$16.00

Do Bien Tai Chanh$19.00

Banh Cuon$15.00

Banh Uot$16.00

Sui Cao Chien$16.00

Bo La Lot$16.00

Ca Song$24.00

Soups & Salads

Pho Bo$15.00

Sup Ga Cay$14.00

Goi Du Du$14.00

Goi Ga**$16.00

Goi Bo*$23.00

Le Colonial Salat$12.00

Add-Ons

Cook's Venture Chicken$10.00

3 Pcs Jumbo Wild Caught Gulf Shrimp$14.00

4 oz Organic Crispy Tofu$6.00

7 oz Caramelized Beef Tenderloin$26.00

Large Plates

Bo Luc Lac$40.00

Ca Hoi Nuong$32.00

Cari Tom$32.00

Tom Xao Sate**$32.00

Cari Ga$29.00

Mi Xao Don Chay$26.00

Ga Xao Xa Ot**$29.00

Ga Xa Gung$38.00

Ga Nuong Xa$42.00

Com Chien**$19.00

Bun Thit Nuong$26.00

Shareable Sides

Crispy Brussel Sprouts$14.00

Rau Xao$14.00

Ca Tim Nuong$14.00

Jasmine Rice$4.00

Shiitake Mushroom Sticky Rice$8.00

Garlic Green Beans$14.00

Mi Xao He$14.00

Do Chua$6.00

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