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1. Alex's Washington Gardens

4.8

Exceptional(1509)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Made from scratch, family recipe Italian cuisine, in Highwood since 1932, and at its current location since 1982. Serving a selection of Fresh Seafood delivered daily including Salmon, Whitefish, Mussels, Calamari..... All the classics are here, homemade pastas, hand carved and pounded out Chicken and Veal Parmigiana, Limone, Piccata, Calabrese, and of course Lasagnas, Meatballs, Chicken Vesuvio, and many more, and of course homemade desserts. Also, we offer some of the best thin, crisp crust pizza, which was the first pizza served on the North Shore at Scornavacco's since 1944.

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2. SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Company - Highwood

4.8

Exceptional(219)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Highwood

Thank you for choosing SLYCE, where pizza is our passion. We have preserved the art of making hand crafted artisanal coal fired pizzas. Our mission is simple: Have a simple menu that allows us to focus special attention to every ingredient that comes into our building. We choose and use the best quality ingredients possible. We do not believe in premade, mass produced food. We source locally grown or raised products whenever possible and use one of the cleanest natural burning resources to heat our ovens. At SLYCE less is more, as our fresh ingredients are delicately placed, not piled on, to create a perfectly balanced pie. Our dough is made in house daily, hand stretched to order, and baked next to a burning pile of coal giving it a thin, bubbly crust with charred edges and leopard spotting on the bottom. So sit back and relax, as we hand craft you one of your favorite, perfectly charred pies.

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3. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1176)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 12 times today

Scotty's on Sheridan — your favorite neighborhood dining spot to gather with good friends in a warm inviting atmosphere.Our American Grill menu offers something delicious for everyone, from timeless comfort food to new American classics.Relax with one of Scotty's signature house cocktails in a cozy club chair in our bar lounge. Enjoy a candle-lit dinner and a bottle of wine in our intimate white tablecloth dining room.Discover Scotty's — a hidden gem tucked away on Sheridan Road, across from Fort Sheridan in Highwood, ILPatio seating when weather permits!

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4. Prairie Grass Café

4.6

Exceptional(2216)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 22 times today

Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

5. Cafe Dacha

4.7

Exceptional(167)

Price: Moderate

• Eastern European • Highland Park

Booked 2 times today

Eastern European kitchen features authentic, homemade dishes from Slavic nations, serves select wines and handcrafted cocktails.

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6. Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook

4.3

Awesome(1555)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Northbrook

Booked 31 times today

With your choice of Japanese favorites such as seafood, chicken, steak and vegetables artfully grilled on an iron plate, our phenomenal tableside cooking experience at Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook is truly an experience worth sharing.For an evening you’ll never forget - whether you’re with a group or you’re seeking a taste of something extravagant - you’re never alone. Join us at Ron of Japan to celebrate an occasion with a unifying dining experience that emphasizes the Japanese element with a uniquely familiar sense of friendship and flavor.Ron of Japan is distinguished by our highly trained chefs who put their culinary eccentricities on display while they blend their classic cooking technique into our bold flavors - giving you an invigorating and delicious teppan-grilled specialty.

7. Francesca's North

4.4

Awesome(1859)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Northbrook

Booked 46 times today

Francesca’s North opened it's doors in 1995 and instantly became the hottest spot on the North Shore. Francesca’s North features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

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8. North Shore Bistro

4.1

Excellent(31)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Highland Park

Booked 37 times today

A fun and exciting new addition to the North Shore! Located at 250 Skokie Blvd. in Northbrook, North Shore Bistro is a mix of modern Italian Cuisine and high end handcrafted cocktails! Open until 2 AM Friday and Saturday we are bringing the night life back to Northbrook! But don't forget the food! We have all of Chef Marciano's specials that made the place so special in the past! Come in today, see all the new decor, and try an amazing meal paired with some delicious drinks or a bottle of wine from our handpicked wine list!

9. House 406

4.8

Exceptional(1536)

Price: Expensive

• American • Northbrook

Booked 12 times today

House 406 is a modern American restaurant perfect for your next date night. Our extensive spirits, wine & beer list offer something for everyone. Please note that all outdoor reservations will be made either in our heated tent or open air seating with additional heaters. All reservations will be limited to 1 hour and 45 minutes. Parties later then 15 minutes will forfeit their table.

10. Authentico

4.5

Awesome(1350)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Lake Forest

Booked 13 times today

The Authentico cuisine is healthy Mexican combined with a modern twist. We offer the freshest ingredients available to create dishes from scratch every day. Even the tortillas and sauces are created fresh daily. Authentico's ambiance is a blend of rustic and old world with a modern flair.

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Carievip
Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Outstanding dinner after Botanical light show! Really great food! Brussels sprouts and burrata appetizers were both wonderful as were the fish and chips. Cocktails great too. Service was just wonderful. Great experience at a fine price point!
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Prairie Grass CaféPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Northbrook
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4.6
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Christophervip
Chicago / Illinois •67 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always excellent at Scotty’s. It’s a favorite neighborhood restaurant.
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Scotty's on SheridanPrice: Moderate• American• Highwood
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4.8
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Howard
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
A keeper!!This was the first time we were at the restaurant. And it won’t be our last!The staff were wonderful, the food was delicious and the menu had so many great choices. Great place for family and friends. Thanks Carole and Howie
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Alex's Washington GardensPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.8
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Lainievip
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Our server Erin was friendly, attentive, and she knew the menu backwards and forwards. All in all, a good evening with good food.
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SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Company - HighwoodPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Highwood
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4.8
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John
Wisconsin •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
The drinks and food are consistently awesome. The food is high quality and a real taste of Eastern European food. The service has always been great. We travel from Wisconsin to here often, a must try if you’re anywhere close to.
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Cafe DachaPrice: Moderate• Eastern European• Highland Park
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4.7

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63 restaurants available nearby

1. Alex's Washington Gardens

2. SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Company - Highwood

3. Scotty's on Sheridan

4. Prairie Grass Café

5. Cafe Dacha

6. Ron of Japan Steakhouse - Northbrook

7. Francesca's North

8. North Shore Bistro

9. House 406

10. Authentico

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