Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Highland Park

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1. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1194)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 2 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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2. Wildfire - Glenview

4.7

Exceptional(11174)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 180 times today

Wildfire - Glenview offers classic American comfort food in a cozy 1940s supper club setting. The menu features broiled steaks, wood-roasted seafood, and roasted meats, which are consistently praised in reviews. Customers love the relaxed feel and the great atmosphere, making it a favorite for many. As one reviewer noted, 'If you want consistently good food and a friendly atmosphere, this is the place for you!'

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3. Valley Lodge Tavern

4.5

Awesome(123)

Price: Moderate

• Comfort Food • Wilmette

Booked 5 times today

Valley Lodge Tavern in a neighborhood tavern serving high quality food and drink to the north shore for 50 years. We serve a variety of food including burgers, ribs, steaks, and delicious salads.

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4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

4.6

Exceptional(822)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 38 times today

We are entering a new age for bourbon and beer drinkers as the many different varieties are readily available for your enjoyment here at Spears. Our cocktails are prepared by our incredibly knowledgeable bartenders who know all about the process of making, mixing, and drinking your next high quality beverage. Spears has American roots where the best Bourbon, Burgers, and Beer meet and await to delight you!

5. Spirit Elephant

4.8

Exceptional(1572)

Price: Moderate

• Vegan • Winnetka

Booked 58 times today

Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.

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6. Riverfront Grill at the Hilton Northbrook

3.9

Excellent(602)

Price: Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Northbrook

Overlooking the Des Plaines River, Riverfront Restaurant offers an idyllic backdrop for events, celebrations or an everyday dinner out. We welcome you in to dine in-house, on our patio or order for takeout or delivery.

7. Coarse Italian

4.6

Exceptional(351)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Glenview

Booked 4 times today

The name “coarse” is used to represent rustic in nature.Coarse Italian prides itself on its Italian-inspired dishes, and promises incredible cuisine.

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8. Valley Lodge Tavern - Glenview

4.5

Awesome(8)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 1 time today

A True Neighborhood Tavern With its homelike atmosphere, the Valley Lodge is one of the iconic and go-to restaurants on the North Shore. Founded in 1969 by brothers Peter and Taki Adamis, the Glenview location quickly became THE popular dining destination. In 1997, new owners Bill and George Stavrou carried forward the tradition in Glenview, and later in 2014 when they opened its Wilmette location.Our philosophy has always been and is to create a true neighborhood tavern. One where our guests can be comfortable, relax, and take the whole family, friends, business associates, or even the whole team where they can enjoy quality service and exceptional food at a great value.

9. Bluestone

4.1

Excellent(28)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Evanston

Booked 9 times today

Bluestone is a Chicago-style restaurant in Evanston that offers homestyle cooking in a warm and welcoming environment. Owner John, whose obsession with golf led to the more than 250 pin flags decorating the restaurant, opened Bluestone after transitioning from commercial film production. His goal was to create a locale that was filled with friendliness and familiar faces, all while serving a variety of menu options with a hometown feel. Guests can enjoy favorites like crab cakes, or branch out and discover a new one from their wrap, soup, quesadilla or burger menus. Don't forget to try homemade specialties such as the turkey or black bean burgers, or the Bluestone signature smoked wings. There are also several thin-crust pizza options, like the pesto or BBQ chicken offerings. Whether you're just passing through or a long-time resident, Bluestone, at the corner of Central St. and Prairie Ave., is everyone's home away from home.

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10. Charlie's Hideaway at White Deer Run Golf Club

4.4

Awesome(12)

Price: Moderate

• American • Vernon Hills

Indulge in a new experience at Charlies Hideaway located at White Deer Run Golf Club, where the essence of delicious cuisine comes to life. Our new menu items are a symphony of flavors, crafted to tantalize your taste buds while being paired with an ice cold beverage. Immerse yourself in the cozy atmosphere, perfect for a laid-back dining experience. Catch the latest sports action on our big screens while savoring the delectable dishes that define modern American gastronomy. Welcome to a place where great food, comfort and sports converge for an unforgettable dining escapade.Just getting together with friends for a drink? There’s no better spot than our bar or the outdoor terrace overlooking the golf course. We offer a great selection of beverages, craft beer and wine.

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toddVIP
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good 10 out of 10 Service 10 out of 10 Felt like I was in the south of France
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Le Bouchon - ChicagoPrice: Expensive• French• Bucktown / Wicker Park
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4.8
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KarenVIP
Chicago / Illinois •47 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wildfire is always excellent, which is why I go there so often! The food is delicious, the cocktails are great, the service is perfect, and it’s always comfortable! It’s my favorite restaurant and the bonus at the Glenview restaurant is the parking lot!! It’s just perfect in every way!
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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LindaVIP
Denver / Colorado •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Scotty’s is a warm, neighborhood restaurant with excellent food, and the service is even better than the food. The atmosphere is upscale casual, friends meeting friends, but you’d be comfortable dining alone, especially at the bar. Prices very reasonable, especially for the quality of fare.
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Scotty's on SheridanPrice: Moderate• American• Highwood
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4.8
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Timothy
New Orleans / Louisiana •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Great spot with above average food. The salads were great, the French onion was very average, the ambience was cool. I would definitely go back but wish they can improve on the soup a bit.
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Valley Lodge TavernPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Wilmette
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4.5
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brian
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 18, 2024
Food was great. They were out of alot of things on the menu.
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Wake 'n BaconPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Lakeview / East Lakeview
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4.3

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Scotty's on Sheridan

2. Wildfire - Glenview

3. Valley Lodge Tavern

4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

5. Spirit Elephant

6. Riverfront Grill at the Hilton Northbrook

7. Coarse Italian

8. Valley Lodge Tavern - Glenview

9. Bluestone

10. Charlie's Hideaway at White Deer Run Golf Club

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