Best Casual Restaurants in Wilmette

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1. Valley Lodge Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(124)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Wilmette

Booked 2 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.

2. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1763)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 42 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.

3. 501 Local

4.7

Exceptional(258)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Winnetka

Booked 34 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!

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4. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(8248)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnwood

Booked 131 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.

5. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1899)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 35 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

6. Tapas Barcelona

4.7

Exceptional(657)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Evanston

Booked 30 times today

Dine on traditional Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona. Located 1615 Chicago Ave, north suburb of Evanston and just south of Northwestern University, this restaurant offers casual comfort and a friendly setting for dining out. Tapas Barcelona has various dishes on the menu, such as baked snails and pizza topped with spinach and goat cheese. It also serves seafood and vegetarian entrées. Tapas Barcelona has a full bar that offers guests various drinks, including Spanish selections of wine. Its atmosphere is ideal for meeting up with an old friend for lunch or having dinner with the family. This restaurant welcomes reservations and provides take-out services.

7. Bluestone

4.2

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Evanston

Booked 6 times today

Bluestone is a Chicago-style restaurant in Evanston that offers homestyle cooking in a warm and welcoming environment. Owner John, whose obsession with golf led to the more than 250 pin flags decorating the restaurant, opened Bluestone after transitioning from commercial film production. His goal was to create a locale that was filled with friendliness and familiar faces, all while serving a variety of menu options with a hometown feel. Guests can enjoy favorites like crab cakes, or branch out and discover a new one from their wrap, soup, quesadilla or burger menus. Don't forget to try homemade specialties such as the turkey or black bean burgers, or the Bluestone signature smoked wings. There are also several thin-crust pizza options, like the pesto or BBQ chicken offerings. Whether you're just passing through or a long-time resident, Bluestone, at the corner of Central St. and Prairie Ave., is everyone's home away from home.

8. Hackney's on Lake

4.3

Awesome(555)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 7 times today

Ever since our great Aunt Bebe starting selling hamburgers and beer on her back porch during Prohibition, Hackney's has been making people happy! Today we're famous for our big juicy Hackneyburgers on Hackney's Dark Rye® and our one-of-a-kind Hackney';s Original French Fried Onions®. Prohibition may be over, but our beer selling days are not. Hackney's has an ever-changing list of tap beers along with a full-service bar that can whip up any cocktail you can think of.

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9. Evanston Corner Bistro

4.4

Awesome(90)

Price: Moderate

• American • Evanston

Booked 9 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.

10. Jimoto

4.6

Exceptional(106)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Winnetka

Booked 18 times today

Jimoto is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Sushi Restaurant located in downtown Winnetka. "Jimoto" is a Japanese term that can be translated as "local" or "hometown." In Japanese culture, "jimoto" often signifies a deep-rooted loyalty and support for the community, as well as a recognition of the local traditions, customs, and values. We aim to capture that essence when you visit us for a date night or just to satisfy your sushi craving! Dine with us at jimoto and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

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BARRYVIP
Chicago / Illinois •71 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Birthday lunch with a friend. I had a glass of Pinot Noir, we both had onion soup and the Crispy Walleye sandwiches. Only complaint, too much cheese on soup and if there was a piece of bread on top it was not visible. Waitress was nice enough to bring a piece of cake with a candle in it. Overall, it was a nice low key birthday lunch. Have eaten here many times and will return.
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L. Woods Tap and Pine LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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kellyVIP
New York City •9 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always love the service, food and ambiance at EJ’s! Happy 28 years of service to EJ’s!
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EJ's PlacePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.8
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alexVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Ibrahim was a phenomenal server. He had great recommendations, a great demeanor and even with a packed lunch we still felt wonderful attentive service. While the food and drinks were fantastic it’s the wonderful service that will bring us back!
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501 LocalPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Winnetka
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4.7
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KenVIP
Chicago / Illinois •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Good bar fare, quick service. Noise level not too loud. Reasonable prices.
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Valley Lodge TavernPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Wilmette
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4.6
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AmyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious food and service! Don’t like the extra service charge.
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The Hampton Social - SkokiePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.4

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112 restaurants available nearby

1. Valley Lodge Tavern

2. EJ's Place

3. 501 Local

4. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

5. The Hampton Social - Skokie

6. Tapas Barcelona

7. Bluestone

8. Hackney's on Lake

9. Evanston Corner Bistro

10. Jimoto

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