Best Authentic Restaurants in Wauconda

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1. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1408)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 36 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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2. Ristorante Bottaio

4.8

Exceptional(1170)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Libertyville

Booked 25 times today

Ristorante Bottaio - Fresh vegetables, fish and various meats prepared as modern interpretations of traditional dishes from the Abruzzo region of Italy. All within your reach at our charming restaurant in Libertyville, Illinois. Stop by and see for yourself!

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3. Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL

4.7

Exceptional(946)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mundelein

Booked 17 times today

For 18 years, Mambo Italiano has been keeping Italian tradition alive for the generations to come by specializing in traditional styles of Italian Cuisine. Weekly, features highlight new menu renditions developed by the Cardone family. Every meal is prepared with care and the freshest ingredients. Mambo Italiano has been featured on Check Please!, is a Daily Herald Readers' Choice and has been voted the Best Italian Restaurant in Mundelein, Vernon Hills and Libertyville by Open Table diners.

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4. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

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4.9

Exceptional(9)

Price: Moderate

• Korean • Deer Park

Booked 13 times today

Welcome to Mother's Apron (“eomma-ui apchima” in Korean), where the spirit of maternal cooking thrives. In many cultures, mothers pass down cherished recipes, embodying traditions and flavors that nurture familial heritage. In Korean culture, "hand taste" (“sonmat”) captures the unique touch that comes from a cook’s skill and love.With this in mind, the partners of Mother's Apron aim to deliver an exceptional Korean culinary experience that evokes the warmth of mom's cooking.With over 30 years in the restaurant industry, we proudly introduce ourselves as pioneers of Korean BBQ in the greater Chicagoland area, led by our esteemed founder, a local icon known as the godmother of Korean cuisine. Our journey redefines Korean dining through authentic flavors and unmatched hospitality. Join us to savor our signature dishes and discover why we are celebrated as a culinary legacy.

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5. Chrissoulas Modern Greek

4.7

Exceptional(1022)

Price: Moderate

• Greek • Libertyville

Recently ranked 6th in the country by Guilty Eats, and voted best Mediterranean seafood restaurant in Illinois by LUXlife Magazine, Chrissoulas is a locally owned and operated restaurant in Libertyville IL, focusing on made-in-house modern dishes inspired by Greek & Mediterranean flavors. Brothers Nick and Theo are proud to run a business in the town they grew up in. We invite you to try something new and exciting, and dine with us tonight...Opa!

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6. Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(393)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Libertyville

Booked 19 times today

*Coppolillo’s is a special occasion restaurant, with an UPSCALE BUSINESS CASUAL Dress Code Policy. For clarification please review the policy at https://rosebudsteak.com/dress-code/ and we thank you for your courtesy!Creative Hospitality Concepts is happy to introduce our newest restaurant in Libertyville, IL Coppolillos Italian Steakhouse. A classic Italian American cousin to Rosebud Steakhouse featuring Chef Steve Coppolillo’s family recipes passed down for generations.If you are looking for the best Italian food, steaks and cocktails look no further than Coppolillo’s in Libertyville, IL.

7. Plum Garden

4.7

Exceptional(95)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • McHenry

Booked 7 times today

Modern Chinese cooking with authentic roots. Founded in 1965 by our Grandmother and Founder Connie Moy, Plum Garden has been proudly serving the McHenry County Community for over 56 years. Our dedication to Quality and Community has always been and will always be our focus. We still honor our grandmother's recipes to this day as we handroll roll our award winning egg rolls each and every morning. All of our sauces are homemade, all of our proteins are processed by hand daily and we refuse to settle for anything less. At Plum Garden, our portion sizes comfortably feed the families that have been supporting us since 1965, and we wouldn't have it any other way. We offer Dine In / Carry Out / Delivery. Our Dining Room boasts a tasteful blend of authentic antique and modern decor.

8. Singh's Kitchen

4.3

Awesome(63)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Libertyville

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Singh's Kitchen, where we fuse the bold flavors of India with American influences. "Singh" means lion in Punjabi, symbolizing the pride we take in every dish. Our menu is inspired by the rich heritage of Bombay, India, where our founder grew up before moving to the U.S. in 2002.We honor family recipes while adding modern twists, creating a unique experience that earned us the 2023 Daily Herald Readers' Choice Best Indian Restaurant award. Singh's Kitchen offers all-you-can-eat, happy hour options, and vegan dishes, perfect for food lovers seeking bold flavors.Visit us at 620 N Milwaukee Ave, Libertyville, IL, and experience the history and passion behind every bite. Phone: (224) 513-5757.

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9. ClayOven Tandoor Indian Grill & Bar

4.2

Awesome(73)

Price: Moderate

• Indian • Long Grove

ClayOven Tandoor Indian Grill & Bar, offers exquisite Indian cuisine in the Northern/Northwest suburbs in an upscale environment.

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10. Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant

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5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Libertyville

Booked 2 times today

Dos Amigos opened in February 2017 in Libertyville, Illinois by owners Sergio and Oscar with the goal of serving authentic classic dishes and vibrant innovations in Mexican cuisine.Homemade family recipes, fresh ingredients, weekly specials, and memorable customer service has earned Dos Amigos awards and most importantly, support from local communities.

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Michael
Chicago / Illinois •46 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
If you want great Italian cuisine you have to go no further than Mambo Italiano. Food was awesome, service was even better. Very welcoming warm place and the bar provides a full pour. Will definitely be back!!
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Mambo Italiano - Mundelein ILPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mundelein
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4.7
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halvip
Chicago / Illinois •28 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is a wonderful place for a bottle of women and a nice Italian meal. I ordered Ossobucco and my only issue was that for over $40 there was not very much veal in the dish. All else was bey good but I missed a good serving of veal.
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Ristorante BottaioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Libertyville
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4.8
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tomvip
Chicago / Illinois •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This is one of our favorite restaurants. Have never had anything but great experiences here. Seemed like each time one of our party ordered; someone else at the table re-evaluated their selection and changed their order. The choices are really good, it would be hard to go wrong. Our Server was patient with the changes and did a great job. Everyones food was excellent and we had a great time catching up with old friends. Thanks
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Enzo and LuciaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Long Grove
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4.8
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Bryanvip
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Experience was wonderful as always. I need to get waiter’s name, we’ve had him a few times now and he’s always very good. Very quick with service.
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Thassos Authentic Greek RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Greek• Clarendon Hills
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4.7
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Lindavip
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always love coming here. One our favorite restaurants.
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AuthenticoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lake Forest
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4.6

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Enzo and Lucia

2. Ristorante Bottaio

3. Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL

4. Mother's Apron Korean Cuisine

5. Chrissoulas Modern Greek

6. Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse

7. Plum Garden

8. Singh's Kitchen

9. ClayOven Tandoor Indian Grill & Bar

10. Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant

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