Restaurants near Willow Park South

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1. Ema - Glenview

4.8

Exceptional(862)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Glenview

Booked 139 times today

Ēma is a Mediterranean and California-inspired restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants located at 1320 Patriot Blvd. The menu, crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson features spreads, dips and assorted mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetables and Kebabs. Signature dishes include Moroccan Onion Dip, Spinach & Feta Spread, Tahini Caesar Salad, Octopus Carpaccio and Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab. The beverage program showcases cocktails with flavors crafted from Mediterranean ingredients like chinola, fig, fresno chile and coriander. The wine program, curated by Sommelier John C. Slatter, features a globally sourced list of over 70 selections with a strong focus on wineries practicing organic and natural production across the Mediterranean, including ancient grape varieties from Greece, Lebanon and Italy.

2. The Happ Inn

4.4

Awesome(2638)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Northfield

Booked 42 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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3. Wildfire - Glenview

4.7

Exceptional(11422)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 85 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.

4. Spirit Elephant

4.8

Exceptional(1676)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Winnetka

Booked 37 times today

Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.

5. The Lawn

4.4

Awesome(288)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Glenview

Booked 10 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!

6. 501 Local

4.8

Exceptional(307)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Winnetka

Booked 46 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!

7. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.3

Awesome(1979)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 103 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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8. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.4

Awesome(1108)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 55 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.

9. Avli - Winnetka

4.6

Exceptional(1156)

$$$$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

10. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1849)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 23 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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Elisa
Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
This was our first time at 501 Local and enjoyed it for the most part. Our waiter Ibrahim (sp?) was fabulous! The ambience is great. Nice, bright and airy. The drinks were also very good. In terms of food, we ordered lettuce wraps and the beet salad for appetizers and they were super tasty. However, our entrees were just so-so (seared tuna, salmon, scallop dish and pasta w/shrimp). It also took a fairly long time for our entrees to be served. Would we go back? Probably. But maybe just for drinks and appetizers.
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501 LocalPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Winnetka
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4.8
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DennisVIP
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Good great selection. Waitress wonderful. Food excellent.
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The Happ InnPrice: Expensive• American• Northfield
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4.4
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JuneVIP
Chicago / Illinois •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
All our friens were loved that place, food was delicious service was super!
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Ema - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Glenview
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4.8
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StanVIP
Chicago / Illinois •550 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Myron is awesome server who always takes great care of us. Great spot!
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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4.7
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CathyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 8, 2025
Always amazing! Our go-to whenever possible. Thank you!
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Spirit ElephantPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Winnetka
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4.8

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