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Valley Lodge Tavern, Wilmette, IL

Valley Lodge Tavern

4.6
4.6
136 Reviews
$30 and under
Comfort Food
1141 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Greek
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 3:00pm - 12:00am
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Able to custom cater to a casual event from 25 - 200 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Valley Lodge Tavern has the space to host a variety of events. Our private dining room offers the ability to host buffet or plated events, as well as cocktail parties and anything in between!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmette
  • Cross street
    Central and Wilmette Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street parking in downtown Wilmette. Includes 2 municiple lots as well as metra stop parking after 5:00 pm
  • Public transit
    Metra stop is 1 blocks west and red line is half a mile east.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 136 people are saying

Valley Lodge Tavern reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valley Lodge Tavern offers "excellent service" even on bustling nights, with attentive staff like Alex and Eli. Diners appreciate the "amazing service and delicious food," including standout dishes like "Chimichuri Flank Steak" and ribs. Although occasionally noisy, the atmosphere remains "high end cozy," making it a great spot for family dining and gatherings.

136 Reviews
  1. jon

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Alex is amazing and the whole staff is great.

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  2. Jill

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First-time visit. Excellent service despite a busy, NCAA Final Four game night packing the restaurant. Server Eli impressed us all with efficient, attentive service. Even provided a special birthday celebration goody for the guest of honor. Extensive food and drinks menu selection. Great dinner.

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  3. Bruce VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food and drinks. Server was professional and friendly.

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  4. Joy VIP

    Chicago141 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was great, and food was very good. The noise level was so Gish that we had difficulty having a conversation.

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  5. Laurie

    Chicago36 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been before and will go again. Food is very good and the portions are large, so plan on taking some home for another meal. In warm weather, they offer outside seating.

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  6. Katie

    Chicago18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great neighborhood place. Nice variety on the menu and reasonably priced.
    Valley Lodge TavernResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you!

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  7. Daniel VIP

    Chicago12 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful manager who worked there room, checked in on dinners, helped to clear tables and bring various items to dinners such as condiments. Food was good-excellent menu options.
    Valley Lodge TavernResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you Daniel!

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  8. Christine

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was good; service a bit slow, but it was busy. Very loud environment......
    Valley Lodge TavernResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you Christine for your review. Please let us know how we can make it right! Maybe a $10 gift card sent electronically to your email? Thank you!

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  9. Randy VIP

    Chicago10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great neighborhood place for simple dining at reasonable prices
    Valley Lodge TavernResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you!

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  10. Donna VIP

    Chicago47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made last minute reservations on the afternoon of Valentine's Day. The place of hopping with families, I was with my 3 granddaughters. We were seated right away. Our server was outstanding - checking in frequently when passing by to assist other patrons. The table runners were friendly and efficient. Food came out hot, especially appreciated that the soup was delivered hot as that has not been the case in other establishments. Food was prepared well and very good. Even though there were people waiting, I never felt rushed at all during the meal. Very pleased with the entire experience.
    Valley Lodge TavernResponded on March 7, 2025
    Thank you Donna!

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FAQs

Valley Lodge Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 920-5675.

Valley Lodge Tavern is rated 4.6 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. North Suburbs
  5. Wilmette

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Valley Lodge Tavern

1141 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Central and Wilmette Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Wilmette
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 3:00pm - 12:00am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Greek
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street parking in downtown Wilmette. Includes 2 municiple lots as well as metra stop parking after 5:00 pm
  • Public transit
    Metra stop is 1 blocks west and red line is half a mile east.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Able to custom cater to a casual event from 25 - 200 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Valley Lodge Tavern has the space to host a variety of events. Our private dining room offers the ability to host buffet or plated events, as well as cocktail parties and anything in between!
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