Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Northwest Suburbs

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Updated April 05, 2025

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Mockingbird Bar + Garden

4.8

4.8 (217)

$30 and under

Farm-to-table

East Dundee

About the restaurant

Healthy Food with a Stylish Flair

Mockingbird Bar + Garden is a food and drink focused gathering place in a lively, convivial setting, stylishly designed to create memorable experiences. Inspired by our desire to serve and create a sense of community we offer the perfect mix of locally sourced healthy food all cooked from our wood-fired oven. Our incredible cocktails, local beer and coffee bar combined with our events will certainly make you a regular. Al fresco dining available either in our garden, patio, or around the firepit.

Top review

GloriaVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Always great food, service and an awesome experience!

North Point Kitchen + Bar

4.8

4.8 (85)

$30 and under

American

Lake Zurich

About the restaurant

North Point Kitchen + Bar opened in 2023 by the Gilbert family, lifelong residents to the Chicago Northwest Suburbs. Chef and owner Joel Gilbert decided after years of searching for the perfect location that he was going to begin his journey with his first brick and mortar restaurant on the most Northern Point of Forest Lake, in Lake Zurich Illinois. After years of working and running restaurant establishments and working with his company Butter & biscuit Co. at local farmers markets, Joel has established great friendships and partnerships with some of the best local farmers. Joel took this opportunity to use the best seasonal products for his Italian inspired cuisine. Come enjoy the beautiful sunsets on our outdoor patio overlooking Forest Lake, or enjoy a table in our panoramic indoor patio, year round.

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Joann

Dined 3 days ago

As always - food was excellent and servers were knowledgeable and friendly. Only downside is the noise level in the room - extremely loud. They need something on the walls/ceiling to help absorb the noise.

Bahama Breeze - Chicago - Schaumburg

4.7

4.7 (1650)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Schaumburg

About the restaurant

When you're at Bahama Breeze Island Grille, life's one big party. It's an escape from the ordinary and a much-needed excuse for you to let loose. Famous since 1996 for tropical cocktails, live music, and more, the vibe here is always as amazing as that Caribbean-inspired food we're known for. Bahama Breeze offers your favorites: seafood, salads, chicken--all with island flair. From Jerk Chicken Pasta to Seafood Paella, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. Naturally, we're the perfect spot for all the sunniest moments in life: happy hours with friends, anniversaries, birthdays, date nights and unique culinary experiences. So, when you're ready to raise your glass and move your feet, the party's in full swing and the islands are waiting for you or if you'd rather bring the Island party home, online ordering is a Breeze too!

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Gale

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

This is my favorite restaurant Love the atmosphere & food choices . The Salmon is delicious 😋

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Jerk Chicken Pineapple Bowl

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Rebecca's Key Lime Pie

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Coconut Shrimp Tacos

Lindy's Landing Restaurant & Marina

4.7

4.7 (1908)

$30 and under

American

Wauconda

About the restaurant

Lindy's Landing was established in 1965 and remains a family owned and operated restaurant, banquet venue, bar, and marina. We are located 115 Park st. in downtown Wauconda with a beautiful view of Bangs Lake. Lindy's opens daily at 11:00 am.

All reservations will be limited to ninety minutes.

Lakeside banquet venue - contact our events coordinator Joyce for pricing, availability and to book your next event at Lindy's - events@lindyslanding.com

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Jenny

Dined on Apr 20, 2025

Perfect Easter brunch. My family had a great time.

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Popular dish

Chicken Piccata

Moretti's - Barrington

4.7

4.7 (281)

$30 and under

Italian

Barrington

About the restaurant

Award-Winning Moretti's pan and thin crust Chicago-style pizza is just the most famous part of our large menu. We offer a varied selection of Italian and American dishes, both classic and modern for lunch and dinner in a friendly atmosphere. The dining room is spacious and comfortable, or dine outdoors, weather permitting, in our beautiful garden patio. Prices are very reasonable, and the service is fast and friendly. Moretti's is a great option for anything from a relaxing dinner for two to a friendly get-together to watch the big game. All our food, not just the pizza, is available for take-out and delivery. Moretti's is always a great place for all your special occasions.

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Susan

Dined on Apr 22, 2025

The pizza, both thin and pan, is always outstanding!

Fox and Turtle

4.6

4.6 (874)

$30 and under

American

Itasca

About the restaurant

Fox and Turtle is a relaxed, upscale American pub with a mix of seasonal favorites located in the heart of Itasca at the Itasca Country Club.
We have 30 (mostly local) craft beers on tap, the freshest ingredients, and a chef-driven menu.

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Mike

Dined 7 days ago

Excellent meal and service. Nice quant little restaurant in the Itasca Golf Course.

Pennyville Station

4.6

4.6 (93)

$31 to $50

American

Park Ridge

About the restaurant

King Crab! $49 per pound. Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm. In house only. Holidays excluded

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Lea Ann

Dined on Apr 15, 2025

The server was fabulous: friendly and knowledgeable.

Tokio Pub

4.5

4.5 (1516)

$30 and under

Contemporary Asian

Schaumburg

About the restaurant

Tokio Pub is a spot for creative sushi, one of a kind ramen and other unique Japanese creations. The restaurant offers specialties ranging from hand rolled maki to signatures such as the Ramen Burger, an interactive Japanese Hot Rock and Housemade Pork Belly Ramen..

Located in Schaumburg’s Streets of Woodfield next to Shaw's Crab House, Tokio Pub lends a vibrant setting with an edgy design and lively music.

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DeborahVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Great food. Lovely atmosphere - peaceful and serene. It was a wonderful place for a business lunch, but I can see that it would be great for a date night as well.

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4.4

4.4 (2380)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Hoffman Estates

About the restaurant

Please specify if you are looking to sit inside or outside. Please note if you have kids as part of your group. Groups of 7 or more must call the store to make reservations.

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SineadVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent service- would recommend to anyone from kids to an executive to a senior citizen

Wok n Fire - S Barrington

4.2

4.2 (1239)

$30 and under

Pan-Asian

Barrington (Township)

About the restaurant

Wok 'N Fire features contemporary Pan Asian cuisine and fun creative sushi all set in a lavish downtown style dining room. When you first walk in to a Wok 'N Fire the first notice the beautiful modern decor. We combine a splash of western cooking techniques with flavors and ingredients from all across the Asian Continent, and have fresh fish delivered daily to serve you the best quality, freshest sushi in town.

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Beth

Dined 4 days ago

The food never disappoints. Our server was kind and efficient. We asked for a NA beer and never got it but everything else was good

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