4 Best Historic Restaurants in Lake Forest

4 restaurants available nearby

A photo of O'Toole's of Libertyville restaurant

1. O'Toole's of Libertyville

4.6

Exceptional(329)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Libertyville

Booked 7 times today

O’Toole’s of Libertyville, located in the historic downtown Libertyville district is a perfect destination for farm-to-table cuisine in a casual environment. We offer a truly unique, locally- and seasonally-influenced menu, as well as the largest craft beer selection in town. The long awaited gastropub boasts 48 beers on tap, private party rooms and an extensive wine and craft cocktail menu to compliment the chef driven menu concept. We also offer a full menu for Gluten-Free guests!

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2. Mickey Finns Brewery

4.7

Exceptional(241)

Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Libertyville

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Illinois oldest craft brewer and brewpub. Serving up many of your pub style favorites, Mickey Finns Brewery is the place to go for lunch or dinner in historic downtown Libertyville. Try the fish and chips, homemade thin crust pizza or any of our burger/sandwich offerings. With over 12 handcrafted Mickey Finn's beers on tap, plus a full array of drinks, cocktails and wine there is something for everybody. Brunch served every Saturday and Sunday 11am -3pm. Walk-ins welcome too.. If you want to catch the big game, Mickey Finns Brewery also has you covered, with over 14- 70" tv's in bar and dining room. Order up some appetizers (wings, pretzels, beer nuggets and more). Let your server know what your favorite beer is and settle in to enjoy what's on screen. Family owned and operated. Karaoke every Thursday night, live music on Fridays and Saturday. 9:30pm *Outdoor seating availability and reservations are weather permitting*

3. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1443)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 9 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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4. High Tea With Gerri

4.7

Exceptional(19)

Price: Expensive

• Afternoon Tea • Long Grove

Booked 1 time today

Nestled in the historic village of Long Grove, Gerri's Tea Room represents her roots and heritage as a native of Ireland. Opened in 2012, the tea room features a classic experience and introduction to the past time of afternoon tea in an elegant and charming setting.The high tea is inspired by British classics – an artful array of finger sandwiches, raisin scones, and petite pastries – a menu that represents authenticity. Gerri and her hosts fill delicate antique tea cups with freshly brewed and strained tea from antique silver teapots in Victorian attire.From ladies’ socials, birthdays and bridal showers to corporate events and wedding receptions, High Tea with Gerri accommodates all occasions, never compromising on quality or intimacy – even for large gatherings!

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4 restaurants available nearby

1. O'Toole's of Libertyville

2. Mickey Finns Brewery

3. Enzo and Lucia

4. High Tea With Gerri

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