Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in North Suburbs

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Austin's Saloon and Eatery

4.7

4.7 (362)

$30 and under

American

Libertyville

About the restaurant

ABOUT THE RESTAURANT

Welcome to Libertyville’s neighborhood eatery. Here at Austin’s, we serve up tasty bites and brews with good times enjoyed in great company. Locally sourced, exceptionally prepared food, served up by our radically kind family. That’s the Austin’s way.

Follow us on Instagram at @austins_libertyville or download our app on the App Store or Google Play to earn points with every order!

NEED TO KNOW (OPTIONAL)

Join us for indoor or outdoor dining! We keep it casual, kid-friendly, and great for groups.

Austin’s is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am-9pm, and Sundays from 10am-9pm. Our bar is open Tuesday through Sunday, 11am-12pm. We are closed on Mondays.

All reservations have a 15-minute grace period, so please call us if you will arrive later than 15 minutes after your reservation time.

Top review

DennisB

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

Best Service! Very consistent! Appreciate their seating flexibility and friendly attitude of the entire staff especially our server.

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The Parched Pug

4.6

4.6 (95)

$30 and under

Gastro Pub

Libertyville

About the restaurant

We're a fun gastropub for humans with great drink, food and games. We also help our best friends by partnering with local animal rescues in the Libertyville area.

Come experience Lake county's first self-pour craft beer, wine, and cocktail wall! In addition, we offer upscale pub food and family-fun games, including Nanoputt™ and a library of over 200 new and traditional board games.

Join us on our 1900 sqft pet-friendly patio! Bring your dog and let them enjoy a treat on the deck while you relax by the waterfall.

Top review

Hannah

Dined on Aug 16, 2024

Experience was great! Friendly and accommodating service!

NM Café - Northbrook

4.5

4.5 (623)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Northbrook

About the restaurant

Appetite for excellence. Take lunching to the next level at NM Cafe®, our elegant restaurant at Neiman Marcus Northbrook. Retreat to a fine-dining atmosphere with an innovative menu selection. Taste one of our exquisite seasonal entrée selections or experience the famous Mandarin Orange Soufflé. It's the perfect choice for any special occasion or for turning an ordinary day into something wonderful.

Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

Top review

Mercedes

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

The food and service are on a downward trend unfortunately.

The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.5

4.5 (1825)

$31 to $50

American

Skokie

About the restaurant

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

Top review

Scottvip

Dined 4 days ago

We so enjoy Hampton Social. Food is tasty, service has always been good, and it's a genuine surprise to find a good restaurant in a mall. The location makes it a solid destination for work lunches (many clients are in and around Skokie/Evanston) and nights out with my wife (great theater, movies and shopping nearby). We're fans!

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4.4

4.4 (470)

$31 to $50

Kosher

Lincolnwood

About the restaurant

Located in prestigious Lincolnwood, IL minutes outside of Chicago, Nuovo showcases an Italian Kosher Dairy menu highlighting seasonal ingredients with artisanal-handmade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, specialty fish courses, and an impressive Kosher wine and cocktail list in a modern and upscale setting. Lincolnwood and neighboring Rogers Park, Peterson Park, and Skokie communities have lauded Chef Juan Ramirez's incredible culinary execution and talent into the Kosher Dairy dining experience at Nuovo.

Top review

Yisroel

Dined 3 days ago

A quiet night out at Nuovo is what the doctor ordered. The restaurant was quiet and very pleasant. We were greeted and seated immediately with menus. We ordered apps, a soup, entrees, a cocktail, and desert. Food was very tasty and arrived in a timely manner. Everything was delicious, but portions a bit on the smaller side. For the price paid, I guess I expected a bit more. Staff didn’t hover over us, and came discreetly to remove dishes. Overall, a pleasant and pricey evening.

The Lawn

4.3

4.3 (246)

$31 to $50

American

Glenview

About the restaurant

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!

Top review

Elizabeth

Dined 4 days ago

Fabulous dinner on the patio! Beautiful surroundings, excellent service and the food was amazing. We usually go to The Lawn for events and Easter/Mother's Day brunch but I have never just been for dinner. I will in the future! Highly recommend!

Pinstripes - Northbrook

4.2

4.2 (559)

$30 and under

American

Northbrook

About the restaurant

Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!

Top review

Meirvip

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

Nice dinner, nothing special. Pigs in a blanket was not a good appetizer.

Oaken Bistro + Bar

4.2

4.2 (215)

$30 and under

American

Lake Forest

About the restaurant

Oaken is a modern, upscale American Bistro + Bar with a global influence. Enjoy all-day dining in Lake Forest with elevated burgers & salads as well as dishes with more unique, worldly flavor trends like our popular Oaken Burger, Cubano with Crispy Pork Belly, or Braised Short Rib. When it’s time for Happy Hour, the sleek lounge features a craft cocktail menu with signature herbal-infused offerings as well as an eclectic wine list and local beers. Enjoy all day drinks and dining in the contemporary dining room, the inviting 25-seat outdoor patio, or order take-out or delivery. Branch out from your ordinary routine and unearth Oaken!

Top review

Scottvip

Dined 4 days ago

Excellent service and attention in a contemporary setting.

Bar Siena - North Shore

4.2

4.2 (930)

$31 to $50

Italian

Skokie

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Rosalindvip

Dined 5 days ago

We had a great time celebrating my daughter's 23rd birthday at Bar Siena. We went for brunch and there is something in their menu for everyone. Most of all, I would like to commend Lorelei (our server), for being very attentive and really made my daughter feel very special. Of note, the truffle mushroom pizza was SO good! And my husband was raving about the chicken.

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Popular dish

Lobster Linguine

Evanston Corner Bistro

3.9

3.9 (71)

$30 and under

American

Evanston

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Michellevip

Dined on Sep 1, 2024

The location, ambiance, and service are all amazing. The food was good. I'd go again.

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