Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Wilmette

10 restaurants available nearby

1. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1747)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 25 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

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2. Wildfire - Glenview

4.7

Exceptional(11149)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 147 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

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3. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(196)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 70 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

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4. Port & Park Bistro and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(231)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Port and Park Bistro & Bar, Lakeview's top-rated, family-owned dining destination located in the vibrant Southport Corridor in Lakeview. At Port and Park, we take pride in offering a unique New American dining experience, where every dish is made from scratch using the freshest ingredients. Our menu features a variety of flavorful options, including savory appetizers, mouthwatering entrees, and indulgent desserts. We complement our cuisine with a carefully curated selection of handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, and fine wines, ensuring there's a perfect pairing for every palate. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal with loved ones or unwinding with drinks after a long day, our warm, inviting atmosphere provides the ideal setting for any occasion. Discover why Port and Park is Lakeview's go-to spot for exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you and making your visit a memorable one!

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5. Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook

4.3

Awesome(1566)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Northbrook

Booked 40 times today

With your choice of Japanese favorites such as seafood, chicken, steak and vegetables artfully grilled on an iron plate, our phenomenal tableside cooking experience at Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook is truly an experience worth sharing.For an evening you’ll never forget - whether you’re with a group or you’re seeking a taste of something extravagant - you’re never alone. Join us at Ron of Japan to celebrate an occasion with a unifying dining experience that emphasizes the Japanese element with a uniquely familiar sense of friendship and flavor.Ron of Japan is distinguished by our highly trained chefs who put their culinary eccentricities on display while they blend their classic cooking technique into our bold flavors - giving you an invigorating and delicious teppan-grilled specialty.

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6. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House - Des Plaines

4.8

Exceptional(2152)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Des Plaines

Booked 35 times today

Hugo's Frog Bar & Fish House opened its doors in February 1997 in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast neighborhood, next to sister restaurant Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse. Over 20 years after owners Hugo Ralli and Steve Lombardo set out to open the city's finest seafood restaurant, Hugo's continues to be the destination for premier east and west coast oysters, crudos, frog legs, lobster and seasonal fish and shellfish, in addition to Gibsons Prime Angus and Gibsons Grassfed Australian steaks. Beautiful private dining and events spaces available.

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7. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.6

Exceptional(1938)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 50 times today

- OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability.Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please remove your hat when entering. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant.

8. Mia Francesca

4.6

Exceptional(2581)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 16 times today

Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

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9. Carlucci - Rosemont

4.7

Exceptional(3662)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 20 times today

For over 37 years, Carlucci Rosemont continues to be a top dining destination in Chicago, earning prestigious culinary awards like The American Culinary Federation Achievement of Excellence, Eccellenze Italiane Recommended Business award, DiRoNA, Silver Plate Winner, OpenTable Diner's Choice, Chicago Magazine's Critics Choice Award, and TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence and Travelers' Choice placing Carlucci Rosemont in the top 10% of restaurants to dine worldwide. Experience a gracious ambiance with white linen tablecloths, painted murals and rich wood trim. Served with utmost precision by a seasoned wait staff, the menu is equally indulgent - simmered sauces, pasta al denté, brick oven pizza, steak, and seafood - all celebrating authentic Italian tradition. Complement your meal with a selection from the award-winning wine list. Conveniently located near Rosemont’s theater, shopping, and convention district, enjoy a memorable dining experience at Carlucci Rosemont.

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10. Moretti's - Rosemont

4.7

Exceptional(620)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Rosemont

Booked 9 times today

Moretti's is Pizza and So Much More!Based in classic Italian and American cuisine with modern innovations, Moretti's menu features award winning thin crust and Chicago-style deep dish pizza with more than 20 different toppings, house made meatballs and freshly sliced Italian Beef, "Mile High Lasagna," with homemade layers of fresh pasta, marinara and four cheeses, unique pasta specialties and numerous chef-inspired daily specials. The menu also includes chicken, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, signature salads, grilled specialties and more. There are dedicated Vegan and Gluten Free Menus, as well as keto and vegetarian selections.Moretti's Pizza was voted "Best of the Best" in the Chicago areas biggest diners' poll - Daily Herald "Best of the Best." Moretti's offers dine-in, takeout and Moretti's in-house "Faster, Hotter, Happier" delivery team, as well as full service off-site catering and hosted events at the restaurant in private rooms, with complete event planni

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JonVIP
Chicago / Illinois •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
I have been going to RL since they first opened. Always lovely, comfortable, clubby, excellent. It is a joy to be there. It is hard not to have the Dover sole. My favorite. And tonight. Joseph was our waiter. He was superb. Attentive but not too much. Classy. Friendly. But not too much. Works on the west side of the restaurant. I would ask for him. Can’t wait to go back.
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RL RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.9
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Cara
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wow! Amazing! So glad I was able to snag reservations! Want to go back and try more. Tried the Green beans, poke, goat belly and pork belly. We loved it all. Amazing textures and flavors.
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Girl & the GoatPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• West Loop
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4.8
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Chau
Greater Boston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our experience was amazing. Our waitress was so accommodating to our two young children and made them feel so special. The food was great as well. We loved everything we ate. Definitely will plan on coming back the next time we are in town.
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.7
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Rene
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Gibson's is one of my favorite restaurants of all times. We live in San Antonio but make it a point to make reservations when in Chicago, Because of the holidays, I scheduled reservations 3 months in advance. Service was superb, as always. I ordered the W.R.'s Chicago Cut and was very disappointed. The steak was cold and did not appear anywhere close to 22 oz. My son ordered a 7 oz Filet Mignon, and he was disappointed as it was very dry and overcooked. I know I could have said something at the table, but I didn't want to ruin the moment as we were having such a great time being together. The service was outstanding, and hope that next time it will be the same Gibson's experience.
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Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Gold Coast / Streeterville
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4.7
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PatrickVIP
Chicago / Illinois •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Outstanding ambiance, food & service, as always at this consistently excellent venue. This has become a Holiday tradition for our family.
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EJ's PlacePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.8

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. EJ's Place

2. Wildfire - Glenview

3. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4. Port & Park Bistro and Bar

5. Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook

6. Hugo's Frog Bar & Chop House - Des Plaines

7. Rosebud - Deerfield

8. Mia Francesca

9. Carlucci - Rosemont

10. Moretti's - Rosemont

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