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Le Colonial - Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7
4.7
1420 Reviews
$31 to $50
Vietnamese

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 63 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
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

Menu

In the tradition of Vietnamese dining, all dishes are meant to be served and enjoyed family style

Small Plates

  • 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

                                                                                Last updated: January 8, 2024

                                                                                What 1,420 people are saying

                                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                4.7
                                                                                4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                • 4.8Food
                                                                                • 4.7Service
                                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                • 4.3Value

                                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                                Loved For

                                                                                • North Suburbs

                                                                                  Romantic

                                                                                • North Suburbs

                                                                                  Most Booked

                                                                                Review summary

                                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                Le Colonial in Lake Forest offers an enchanting ambiance that transports guests to a serene, French-Vietnamese setting. Praised for its "wonderful atmosphere," "delicious food," and "excellent service," the restaurant is a favorite for special occasions. Despite occasional seating issues, many diners describe their experiences as "outstanding" and "never disappointing."
                                                                                1,420 Reviews

                                                                                1. David

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Milwaukee

                                                                                  18 reviews

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  18 reviews

                                                                                  Dined today

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                                                  The food was excellent and our service was good. We sat very close the another table and right next to a waiter’s stand. Just moved from Chicago and experience lacks compared to some big city offerings. A bit pricey for what we got.
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded today
                                                                                  Hello David, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be good. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and pricing. We strive to provide a unique dining experience and we're sorry to hear that it wasn't quite up to par with your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable meal soon. Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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                                                                                2. Tracy

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  16 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  16 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Great atmosphere. Delicious, unusual food. Great service.
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded today
                                                                                  Thank you for your review. I noticed we could have done better on the value score. Could you share anything that could have made you feel better about the value? Paul Passig General Manager

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                                                                                3. jon

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  13 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  13 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Phenomenal food and service. Taste explosion with every bite. Recommend highly.

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                                                                                4. Paulina

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  8 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  It is always wonderful to do lunch here! Thank you

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                                                                                5. Robert

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  We greatly enjoyed our experience at Le Colonial. The service was impeccable, the food was wonderful, and the ambiance was creatively classic. We look forward to eating there again

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                                                                                6. John

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  17 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  It was a delicious meal from shared plates to dessert. Luis took great care of us from start to finish.
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                  Thanks for visiting us, John! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We always aim to provide great service from the moment you walk in, and it's wonderful to hear that we met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on our food and value, and we'll continue to strive for excellence in all areas. We look forward to serving you again soon! Cheers! Paul Passig General Manager

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                                                                                7. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  San Francisco

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Another great Birthday dinner for my son at his favorite restaurant!

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                                                                                8. Victor

                                                                                  VIP

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Amazing place with great food and perfect ambiance.
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                  Thanks for the review, Victor! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your visit to Le Colonial - Lake Forest. It's wonderful to know that our ambiance, food, and service met your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Cheers! Paul Passig General Manager

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                                                                                9. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  5.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Amazing ambience & service as soon as u enter! Very interesting & enticing menu options - very difficult to choose cuz everything sounds amazing. And the best part is everything we ordered was as amazing as it sounded! Highly recommend going here for a special occasion. We went for my bday & it was a very memorable experience.
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                  Thanks for visiting us at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! We're thrilled to hear that you had a memorable experience celebrating your birthday with us. It's fantastic to know that you found our ambiance fascinating and enjoyed our unique menu options. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to serving you again on your special occasions. We're committed to providing the best for our guests. and Happy birthday! Best! PaulPassig General Manager

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                                                                                10. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                  Chicago

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  4.0

                                                                                  1 review

                                                                                  Dined on February 26, 2025

                                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                                  Great server, good food, great ambiance, table next to us were to loud, unfortunately..
                                                                                  Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 5 days ago
                                                                                  Thank you for your review. I noticed we could have done better on the value score. Could you share anything that could have made you feel better about the value? 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 1420 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                Make a reservation

                                                                                2 people
                                                                                7:00 PM
                                                                                Find next available

                                                                                At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

                                                                                Booked 63 times today

                                                                                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
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