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1. Valley Lodge Tavern
4.6
Exceptional(140)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Wilmette
Booked 16 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. Fuel Fusion
4.7
Exceptional(4)
Price: Moderate
• American • Wilmette
Booked 3 times today
Located in the heart of Wilmette, Fuel Fusion Restaurant brings a bold and creative twist to modern American dining. With a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients and inventive flavors, our menu offers something for every palate—from hearty breakfast favorites to refined brunch plates. Whether you're in the mood for classic brunch favorites like breakfast burrito, mini Dutch baby, eggs Benedict, or craving a chilaquiles or a build-your-own bowl option, we’ve got something for everyone.Our menu also features a variety salads, tuna melt, lox flatbread, fried chicken breast with honey honey sauce or grill selections, smash burgers, and chicken sandwiches, along with many other mouthwatering options to explore. We’re more than just great food. At Fuel Fusion, we believe dining should be an experience.
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3. Bar Siena - North Shore
4.4
Awesome(1112)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Skokie
Booked 57 times today
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.
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4. The Hampton Social - Skokie
4.3
Awesome(1983)
Price: Moderate
• American • Skokie
Booked 76 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. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge
4.7
Exceptional(8493)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincolnwood
Booked 129 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.
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6. EJ's Place
4.9
Exceptional(1853)
Price: Expensive
• American • Skokie
Booked 32 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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7. 501 Local
4.8
Exceptional(312)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Winnetka
Booked 54 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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8. CUPITOL The Restaurant
4.4
Awesome(71)
Price: Expensive
• European • Skokie
Booked 15 times today
CUPITOL The Restaurant is our 4th and newest location in Old Orchard Mall, delivering a complete, immersive experience for all day. You can begin the day with breakfast, brunch, or lunch that you can truly enjoy and as the evening unfolds, you indulge in a vibrant dinner featuring bold European flavors and a sophisticated touch. Enjoy the day. Savor the night.
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9. Avli - Winnetka
4.6
Exceptional(1157)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Winnetka
Booked 29 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 an event, please contact: milton@avli.us
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10. The Happ Inn
4.4
Awesome(2641)
Price: Expensive
• American • Northfield
Booked 59 times today
The Happ Inn Bar & Grill is a beloved neighborhood spot known for its welcoming atmosphere, fresh food, craft beers, and diverse wine selection. The menu offers a variety of choices, including gluten-free options and popular burgers like the Prime Beef and Bison Burgers. Highlights include the Willow Road and Southwest Chopped Salads. For heartier meals, enjoy General Happ's Fried Chicken and Fish & Chips, along with sides like Truffled Mashed Potatoes and Sweet Potato Fries. To finish off your meal, indulge in desserts such as Chocolate Decadence Cake and Apple Pie.

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