Best Casual Restaurants in Winnetka

54 restaurants available nearby

1. 501 Local

4.7

Exceptional(245)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Winnetka

Booked 37 times today

501 Local is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Bistro located in downtown Winnetka. The menu offers a combination of classic and contemporary dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flavors. Our service is attentive and friendly. We are a perfect choice for catching up with an old friend over lunch, grabbing a drink with coworkers on our award-winning patio, or celebrating your occasion with family or a special someone. Make your visit to Winnetka unforgettable. Dine with us at 501 Local and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

2. Jimoto

4.6

Exceptional(103)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Winnetka

Booked 25 times today

Jimoto is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Sushi Restaurant located in downtown Winnetka. "Jimoto" is a Japanese term that can be translated as "local" or "hometown." In Japanese culture, "jimoto" often signifies a deep-rooted loyalty and support for the community, as well as a recognition of the local traditions, customs, and values. We aim to capture that essence when you visit us for a date night or just to satisfy your sushi craving! Dine with us at jimoto and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!

3. Avli - Winnetka

4.5

Awesome(1100)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Winnetka

Booked 29 times today

Avli in suburban Winnetka has been a Chicagoland favorite since 2009 offering guests contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.Open daily for brunch, lunch, and dinner, we look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy) in the main dining room and seasonal outdoor patio!To inquire about a private event or , please contact milton@avli.us.

4. Ema - Glenview

4.7

Exceptional(425)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Glenview

Booked 240 times today

Ēma is a Mediterranean and California-inspired restaurant from Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants located at 1320 Patriot Blvd. The menu, crafted by Chef Partner CJ Jacobson features spreads, dips and assorted mezze, Mediterranean small plates, with an emphasis on Hummus & Spreads, Raw, Vegetables and Kebabs. Signature dishes include Moroccan Onion Dip, Spinach & Feta Spread, Tahini Caesar Salad, Octopus Carpaccio and Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab. The beverage program showcases cocktails with flavors crafted from Mediterranean ingredients like chinola, fig, fresno chile and coriander. The wine program, curated by Sommelier John C. Slatter, features a globally sourced list of over 70 selections with a strong focus on wineries practicing organic and natural production across the Mediterranean, including ancient grape varieties from Greece, Lebanon and Italy.

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5. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.3

Awesome(1020)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 62 times today

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.

6. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1751)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 41 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

7. The Lawn

4.5

Awesome(262)

Price: Expensive

• American • Glenview

Booked 8 times today

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!

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8. Prairie Grass Café

4.7

Exceptional(2231)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 26 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.

9. Guanajuato

4.4

Awesome(358)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Winnetka

Booked 15 times today

We are committed to providing you with a fabulous dining experience whether you are eating in or carrying your food out. If you are planning to visit us, we would be happy to take your reservation, and don't forget to try one of our delicious Margaritas made with limes squeezed daily.Our savory, authentic Mexican food is made only with the freshest ingredients and you can taste the difference. The flavors burst with each bite you take. Our Acapulco Shrimp transports you to the sunny beaches of the Mexican Pacific. The El Molcajete simmers with the subtle and delicious flavors of the high dessert. The Enchiladas Poblano entices with the complexity of our rich mole poblano. Our many fish specials are made with freshest fish in the market. With each of our dishes, you will taste real food made with with real ingredients by people who love to cook. Everything is prepared fresh daily and you will taste the difference.

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10. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

4.7

Exceptional(1614)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 44 times today

Roka Akor is a premier steakhouse serving the finest steak, seafood, and sushi. Renowned for our exquisite Japanese Wagyu and Certified Kobe Beef, we are part of an elite group of fewer than 40 restaurants in the U.S. — and 1 of only a few in Chicago — licensed to serve this coveted delicacy. All of our meats and vegetables are expertly grilled to perfection over an Open Flame Charcoal Robata Grill. Elevate your dining experience with our award-winning wine list, premium sake, craft cocktails, and an extensive selection of fine whiskey.

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Jeff
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Dined with our friends with whom we traveled to Greece recently, and who have been to Avli many times, and we agreed that the freshness and preparation of the food was almost like the “real thing” in Greece. Our waiter Demetri was excellent as well.
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Avli - WinnetkaPrice: Expensive• Greek• Winnetka
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4.5
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Amanda
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My family and I had a wonderful time celebrating my husband’s birthday and trying new dishes! Everything was delightful. Restaurant ambience was great, not too loud, music just right, food is healthy and delicious! We’ll definitely be returning since we live in Glenview!
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Ema - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Glenview
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4.7
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Natalie
Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Never disappoints. Good very good and good service. Always lovely experience.
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501 LocalPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Winnetka
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4.7
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stephanie
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great setting for a brunch with friends. Would go back again. Decor was adorable
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Bar Siena - North ShorePrice: Expensive• Italian• Skokie
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4.3
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RobynVIP
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
I'm so glad I gave Jimoto another chance. The food was delicious and our server was great. We will be back.
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JimotoPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Winnetka
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4.6

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54 restaurants available nearby

1. 501 Local

2. Jimoto

3. Avli - Winnetka

4. Ema - Glenview

5. Bar Siena - North Shore

6. EJ's Place

7. The Lawn

8. Prairie Grass Café

9. Guanajuato

10. Roka Akor - Old Orchard

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