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A photo of Francesca's Intimo restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1722)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lake Forest
Booked 18 times today
Francesca’s Intimo is located in vibrant downtown Lakeforest. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.
A photo of Longitud315 restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1620)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Highwood
Booked 8 times today
Longitud315 is the life-long dream of Chef Tony Castillo. A concept that was born as a result of his childhood memories cooking side to side with his grandmother. She taught him that cooking wasn’t about just cooking a dish, but great cooking that comes from the heart. Chef Tony’s wish is to transmit his passion for cooking in every single dish and for each of our patrons to have the most memorable dining experience... Chef Tony brings to the North Shore and to all food lovers a new fusion of South American flavors with exotic Venezuelan, Argentinian, Brazilian, Ecuadorian and Peruvian flavors... TO REQUEST ROOFTOP PLEASE CONTACT US @ (847) 926-7495
A photo of Disotto restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1317)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highwood
Booked 21 times today
Let Disotto transport you to another place & time, like visiting your Nonna's wine cellar on the Italian countryside for a homemade meal.
A photo of Miramar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1758)
Price: Moderate
• French • Highwood
Booked 14 times today
Miramar Bistro is a traditional French bistro and the menu is always fresh and seasonal. Service is friendly and thorough and the ambiance is exceptional. The French doors open to the sidewalk patio and lend to al fresco dining both for lunch and dinner. Miramar also books parties and banquets up to 300 people.
A photo of Scotty's on Sheridan restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1210)
Price: Moderate
• American • Highwood
Booked 12 times today
Scotty's on Sheridan — your favorite neighborhood dining spot to gather with good friends in a warm inviting atmosphere.Our American Grill menu offers something delicious for everyone, from timeless comfort food to new American classics.Relax with one of Scotty's signature house cocktails in a cozy club chair in our bar lounge. Enjoy a candle-lit dinner and a bottle of wine in our intimate white tablecloth dining room.Discover Scotty's — a hidden gem tucked away on Sheridan Road, across from Fort Sheridan in Highwood, ILPatio seating when weather permits!
A photo of Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1128)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highland Park
Booked 5 times today
Bella Via Ristorante is thrilled to announce its new location at 431 Temple ave in Highland Park. An authentic Italian Restaurant, a true family owned and family operated that has served the North Shore communities for over 26 years. We feature classic Italian fare with an impressive selection of Italian wines. The menu consists of a variety of appetizers, homemade pastas, fresh fish, tender veal, chicken and many other Italian favorites.
A photo of Del Rio restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1172)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highwood
Booked 4 times today
Come enjoy our family's 100 year-old Northern Italian restaurant.Whether you dine with us in our main dining room, the Terrace or upstairs in what was once our family's home, we warmly welcome you. If you're looking for that special restaurant where you can take a a breath from the fast lane and go back to a time when restaurants were not part of a chain and the owner became a friend, the food was always great, and as my grandmother said, "You feel better for coming"....then you've found the right spot. We combine the classic Italian Menu and new creative dishes, with full attention to both. If you enjoy fine wine, you've found a new home. Our cellar contains well over 3,500 choices dating from the late 1800's.
A photo of Nativo Mexican cuisine restaurant
4.5
Awesome(59)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Bannockburn
Booked 3 times today
WELCOME TO NATIVO MEXICAN CUISINE SERVING UPSCALE MEXICAN FUSION We’re thrilled to spice up your life with our new location in Bannockburn.Nativo is an upscale, yet relaxed atmosphere in Bannockburn. Nativo Mexican Cuisine offers delicious food, tasty cocktails and a hip vibe that makes you want to keep coming back. Serving up both traditional, and non-traditional Latin cuisine that incorporates flavors from all around the world. Dive into our vibrant world of flavors with exclusive dishes like our Mango-Chili Tacos and signature Margaritas.
A photo of Froggy's restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1041)
Price: Expensive
• French • Highwood
Booked 6 times today
Froggy’s French Café has been serving Chicago’s North Shore award winning French cuisine for almost 40 years. Known for our ambiance, friendly knowledgeable service and presentation we serve the freshest seafood and vegetables and steaks. We recommend starting with a glass of wine, a bowl of French Onion Soup or escargot appetizer, and then move on to our seasonal seafood mains, fresh pastas or our classic steak and frits. Froggy’s diverse menu is geared to satisfy seafood aficionados, vegetarians and all omnivores alike. Always fresh, always French and always a fantastic dining experience. Located in Highwood, IL nestled in between Highland Park and Lake Forest, come dine with us to see why Froggy’s is known as North Shore’s hidden gem.
A photo of Enzo and Lucia restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1472)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Long Grove
Booked 20 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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  • StanVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •51 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Disotto never disappoints. The Spaghetti Carbonara is as good as anywhere in the world. Their calamari just has the right amount of batter and the alioli was delicious. I also love the fact that the bar stuffs their own blue cheese olives. This is a management that focuses on details and creates a wonderful dining experience,
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    DisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
    4.7
  • shelleyVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •45 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Best service from waiter Eric. Great food too. Always can count on Francesca’s for a wonderful dining experience.
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    Francesca's IntimoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lake Forest
    4.6
  • Nataliia
    Hawaii •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    A friend brought me to this restaurant and from that moment I fell in love with the oysters and foie gras. The best in Illinois. The atmosphere of FranceA friend brought me to this restaurant and from that moment I fell in love with the oysters and foie gras. The best in Illinois. The atmosphere of France
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    MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
    4.7
  • Jerry
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    A GREAT dining experience! 1st off, I have to give praise to the SERVICE ! It was top notch from the moment we entered the door, to the meal, & to the checkout. We commented that every customer was receiving attention not only from the waiters but the bussing staff, & even the Maitre'd who would periodically move through the restaurant & check with customers! 2nd was the food. There were diverse choices for everyone. The appetizers were quite good (We had the meatballs with arugula in marinara) & sizeable. The entrees were prepared to perfection. "Francisco's Salmon' was awesome. We had Key Lime Pie for dessert - the best this side of Key West! 3rd was the drink menu. There were various good wine choices. We chose 2 of the 'House Cocktails'! The 'Paloma' & 'Arturo's French Martini' were both awesome! Finally, the ambience was comfortable. The noise level was moderate - a sign that everyone was enjoying the food and atmosphere. Scotty's on Sheridan was a great experience from start to finish!
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    Scotty's on SheridanPrice: Moderate• American• Highwood
    4.8
  • MELISSA
    Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 12 Jan 2025
    We've eaten here a bunch over the years and never had a bad experience. It can get a little loud so be prepared for that. Service is engaged and professional and friendly. Food is amazing!!!!
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    Longitud315Price: Expensive• Latin American• Highwood
    4.7
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