Best Lunch Restaurants in Wilmette

87 restaurants available nearby

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1. Valley Lodge Tavern

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4.5

Awesome(110)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Wilmette

Booked 23 times today

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.

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2. Evanston Corner Bistro

3.9

Excellent(75)

Price: Moderate

• American • Evanston

Booked 16 times today

Welcome to Evanston Corner Bistro! We are thrilled to be an integral part of the Evanston community.Evanston Corner Bistro is an American bistro that specializes in contemporary cuisine that's not only delicious but also approachable. Our menu is a celebration of fresh, locally-sourced, and seasonally-inspired ingredients.Our carefully curated beverage program showcases an array of locally brewed craft beers, complemented by a thoughtfully selected collection of imported beers. We also offer an assortment of unique and affordable wines, along with classic cocktails that come with their own distinctive twist.Evanston Corner Bistro proudly stands as the third installment of LM's beloved bistro concept. Nestled on the ground floor of the historic Hilton Orrington, our bistro is designed to provide a family-friendly dining experience in the heart of Downtown Evanston.

3. 501 Local

4.6

Exceptional(229)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Winnetka

Booked 30 times today

501 Local is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Bistro located in downtown Winnetka. The menu offers a combination of classic and contemporary dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flavors. Our service is attentive and friendly. We are a perfect choice for catching up with an old friend over lunch, grabbing a drink with coworkers on our award-winning patio, or celebrating your occasion with family or a special someone. Make your visit to Winnetka unforgettable. Dine with us at 501 Local and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

4. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1865)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 77 times today

The Hampton Social - Skokie is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, just north of Chicago. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, outdoor seating, main dining room and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

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5. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.2

Awesome(980)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.

6. Jilly's Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(663)

Price: Expensive

• French • Evanston

Booked 12 times today

Located just outside the city of Chicago, Jilly's Café has been called a "North Shore Treasure" by Zagat's 2002 restaurant survey. Our French Countryside decor, handpicked flowers, and friendly wait staff make for an intimate and cozy atmosphere suitable for all kinds of occasions(NOW PATIO AVAILABLE,ASK FOR HOURS). Here authentic French food is served with an American twist making for enough dishes to keep our specials changing daily. We offer a Sunday brunch that carefully combines a traditional American brunch with French flavors, while champagne effortlessly flows throughout the course of the meal. Jilly's is available for private parties, and reservations are strongly recommended.

7. The Lawn

4.3

Awesome(257)

Price: Expensive

• American • Glenview

Booked 9 times today

Whether you’re grabbing a casual lunch with family on the patio, cocktails and snacks with friends in the redesigned cozy bar and lounge area or a having a special date night dinner in our hip modern dining room, The Lawn is the perfect North Shore gathering place for us all. Seven days a week, our neighborhood bar + grill takes pride in providing lunch and dinner in a relaxed atmosphere with views of Wilmette Golf Club. Our menu has been curated to showcase local small businesses like Zier's Prime Meats, Burhops Seafood and Harrison's Poultry. We look forward to seeing you soon!

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8. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

4.7

Exceptional(1605)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 24 times today

Roka Akor is a premier steakhouse serving the finest steak, seafood, and sushi. Renowned for our exquisite Japanese Wagyu and Certified Kobe Beef, we are part of an elite group of fewer than 40 restaurants in the U.S. — and 1 of only a few in Chicago — licensed to serve this coveted delicacy. All of our meats and vegetables are expertly grilled to perfection over an Open Flame Charcoal Robata Grill. Elevate your dining experience with our award-winning wine list, premium sake, craft cocktails, and an extensive selection of fine whiskey.

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9. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(8123)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnwood

Booked 110 times today

Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.

10. Avli - Winnetka

4.4

Awesome(1075)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Winnetka

Booked 23 times today

Avli in suburban Winnetka has been a Chicagoland favorite since 2009 offering guests contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.Open daily for brunch, lunch, and dinner, we look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy) in the main dining room and seasonal outdoor patio!To inquire about a private event or , please contact milton@avli.us.

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Marge
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The lemon pasta I had was terrific. And Tom our waiter could not have been helpful and do nice.
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Bar Siena - North ShorePrice: Expensive• Italian• Skokie
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4.2
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Heathervip
Chicago / Illinois •65 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Took my friend here for her birthday. We had a very fun waiter and we ordered a ton of food.. all was delicious.. the beet salad, truffle fries!! Monkey bread, Mac and cheese and the fried fish sandwiches and then we topped it off with the the coconut cream pie- YUM We plan on going back .. it was helpful they are located at old orchard so you can walk off your meal
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The Hampton Social - SkokiePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.4
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David
Chicago / Illinois •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great place. Just a bit loud. It will not keep me from going again. Really good food and drinks.
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Valley Lodge TavernPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Wilmette
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4.5
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Michellevip
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
This was our first time eating here . Everything was top notch from the moment we walked in the door to being seated. Everybody loved their meal.. we will definitely be back
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501 LocalPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Winnetka
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4.6
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Craig
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 Nov 2024
Best place to brunch! Great food options that are delicious. Absolutely love the staff. Our server Jewelia was amazing!
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Evanston Corner BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Evanston
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3.9

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87 restaurants available nearby

1. Valley Lodge Tavern

2. Evanston Corner Bistro

3. 501 Local

4. The Hampton Social - Skokie

5. Bar Siena - North Shore

6. Jilly's Cafe

7. The Lawn

8. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

9. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

10. Avli - Winnetka

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