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Inside the dining room - Tallgrass Restaurant, Lockport, IL

Tallgrass Restaurant

4.7 (17)
$31 to $50
French
1006 S State St, Lockport, IL 60441

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for outdoor dining
Escape to Tallgrass Restaurant in historic Lockport for a unique culinary experience. Housed in a beautifully restored Victorian building.

Indulge in the artistry of Chef Theron Walker, who crafts exquisite French cuisine with global influences, using the freshest local ingredients.

The extensive wine list is carefully curated to pair perfectly with the ever-changing menu, featuring selections from renowned vineyards and hidden gems alike. The restaurant’s craft cocktail offerings are meticulously crafted by our in-house mixologist, delivering unique and flavorful drinks that elevate the overall dining experience.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or enjoying a casual night out, Tallgrass provides an inviting atmosphere with exceptional service, making it the perfect destination for food lovers, wine enthusiasts, and cocktail connoisseurs. Come enjoy a culinary adventure that blends creativity, local flavor, and warm hospitality.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary French / American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Theron Walker
  • Neighborhood
    Lockport
  • Cross street
    State St & 10th St
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Taste of Michigan

    $105.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 31, 2025 only
    6:00 PM
    🌲 Taste of Michigan: A 5-Course Celebration Thursday, July 31st | 6:00 PM Join us for a culinary road trip through the Mitten as we celebrate Michigan’s finest flavors—from its orchards and Great Lakes to its craft breweries and vineyards. This intimate evening features five curated courses, each thoughtfully paired with a local wine, cider, or beer showcasing the state's rich agricultural and brewing heritage. Expect house-made dishes inspired by Michigan’s bounty—sweet corn, stone fruit, ripe berries, meats, and more—paired with everything from crisp wines to award-winning Grand Rapids brews and fruit-forward West Michigan ciders. ✨ Limited seating | 🍽️ 5 courses + 5 pours | 🌾 Locally sourced $105 per person | Reserve your seat now

What 17 people are saying

Tallgrass Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    French

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Ambiance

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Best Value

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for brunch

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Healthy

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for fine wines

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Romantic

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Good for special occasions

  • Southwest Suburbs

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Tallgrass Restaurant offers a charming dining experience with "delicious food and drinks" and a "spectacular atmosphere." Its outdoor patio and remodel are particularly praised. Though some dishes received mixed feedback, the service is often described as "great" and accommodating, making it "a true gem in the western suburbs."
17 Reviews
  1. Amber VIP

    Chicago / Illinois22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A neighbor gem. I want to go every month to enjoy a peaceful and perfect dining experience. The staff is very knowledgable because they do the research and make the selections. I have an egg allergy and they have taken care of me on every visit and even create a dessert on the fly to make sure I get to enjoy the whole experience.

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  2. mATT

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great room, great service, Limited entre menu but very good. Outdoor patio is charming as well.

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  3. WOLFE VIP

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredibly special restaurant by any measure. A true delight

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  4. Patricia

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Tallgrass created a beautiful dining atmosphere to serve superior creative fare. Highly recommend you check out the only fine dining option outside of Chicago for those in Southwest suburbs.

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  5. Aaron

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We visited Tall Grass over 5 years ago for an occasion dinner & our experience was top notch & unforgettable. This was neither. To be fair, the server stated that this Mother’s Day brunch was a new endeavor for Tall Grass. The service was fine. As we walked in we were (sort of) greeted by the woman behind the bar who simply said, you have a reservation? We responded, good morning & yes we do. We were seated in the rear of the restaurant by the window. The server warned us we had one hour exactly for our reservation. The drinks were delicious— a latte & a mayday. We promptly ordered after our warning. We both ordered Mother’s Day brunch prime ribs with eggs & breakfast potatoes. After we put our orders in I asked more questions such as, what variety of cheese is in the “cheese & spinach” quiche you stated was seasonal. The server asked, which was appreciated. It’s just something the former menu would have provided with detail. My husband also noted how much the ambiance had changed & how he missed it. He also thought the menu was different when he made the reservation. The prime rib had substantially less flavor than we thought it would. We ordered Med. & Med Rare. The eggs were good & breakfast potatoes were delicious. All in all a 3 out of 5. We might try again just to experience the dinner.

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  6. Shane

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had brunch at TallGrass. we hadn’t been there in years. Everything was outstanding - the service, the food, the cocktails. Great outdoor patio too. Definitely heading there for dinner soon.

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  7. Chris

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the remodel. I can’t wait to sit out on the patio this summer. The food and drinks are delish!!

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  8. RobertaS

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the atmosphere were spectacular! Compliments to the chef

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  9. Andrea VIP

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience overall, a true gem in the western subs

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  10. Maureen

    Chicago / Illinois6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been wanting to try the restaurant for some time. Came to TallGrass for a special birthday, just the two of us. Greeted well. Then the evening went south. Placed in a far corner, small table among full tables, very close to all. Waitress was very kind, but not well versed in anything French cuisine, or their wine list. WE tried the Charcuterie board, and that seemed to be the star of the meal. The Gnocchi was good temp, but poor texture. Dumplings not held together well, starting to meld with the sauce. The Asparagus was a tad undercooked. Beautiful presentation. Pork tenderloin, good, but not great with flavor. The knives we were given, could not cut the meat. When we asked for knives to cut properly, the waitress said she would have to clean some. By the time she returned with one knife... the pork was cool, and we were pretty done with it all. Maybe they were hit with a larger number of diners and help not ready to handle it? I guess we chose the wrong day to come and try it out. Beautiful surroundings, and easy to park.

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FAQs

Tallgrass Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

Tallgrass Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Southwest Suburbs
  5. Lockport

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Tallgrass Restaurant

1006 S State St, Lockport, IL 60441

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    State St & 10th St
  • Neighborhood
    Lockport
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Thu–Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    French, Fusion / Eclectic, Contemporary French / American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Theron Walker
  • Additional
    Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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