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1. 1776 Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1732)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Crystal Lake
Booked 16 times today
We’re a farm-to-table restaurant that’s redefining what fine dining means. We work with local vendors and farmers to find the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. We understand the challenges of finding high-quality options that unique, vegan or allergy-friendly, especially since the owner has Celiac Disease herself, among other dietary restrictions. Our kitchen creates fresh food from scratch every day and can customize to your needs, so we’ve got you covered. Plus, we're the only restaurant in McHenry County to have received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, and our expert staff can help you choose the perfect pairing.For us, fine dining is more than the very best in food, service and atmosphere. It’s a conversation and a connection to others. We believe everyone deserves good food so we’ve started a movement to do just that.****ANY RESERVATION REQUESTS FOR PARTIES OVER 4 GUESTS PLEASE CONTACT RHIENNA@1776RESTAURANT.COM OR CALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS W-SAT.
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2. Vine and Plate
4.7
Exceptional(68)
Price: Moderate
• American • Crystal Lake
Booked 14 times today
At Vine & Plate, we serve globally inspired plates and wine from around the world. We believe that good wine and good food bring people together, creating the moments that life is all about.
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3. Crystal Lake Junction
4.2
Awesome(32)
Price: Moderate
• American • Crystal Lake
Booked 2 times today
OUR FOCUS IS TO PROVIDE A PLEASANT LOCAL SOCIAL SCENE.WE AIM TO OFFER AN ECLECTIC AND DIVERSE MENU, COOL DRINKS, AND FRIENDLYSERVICE IN A RELAXED, AND FUN ATMOSPHERE.MOCKTAILS, COCKTAILS, EXPRESSO COFFEES, BEERS, PARISIAN ROSÉ WINES, SPRITZERSRED, BLENDS AND WHITE WINES ALIKE. REGULAR MILSHAKES OR SPECIALTY MILKSHAKESFOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS, AND THEN BOOZY MILKSHAKES TOO FOR THE MOREADVENTUROUS,JUNCTION CLASSICS LIKE BEER CAN MEDITERANEAN CHICKEN OR A FABULOUSSELECTION OF WACKY GRILLED CHEESES OR FLAVORFUL BOWLS,NOT EXCLUDING OUR STACKED SMASHBURGERS, aND ORIGINAL RECIPE SEAFOOD SECTION WE TRY TO COVER ALL THE BASES. WE ALSO HAVE VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN MENU.ALL OUR EXTENSIVE LIST IS ORIGINAL RECIPES AND EACH ONE TASTES AND LOOKSAMAZING, JUST CHECK OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES TOO.WE ARE OPEN AT 6:30AM FOR THE TRAIN GOERS FOR BREAKFAST SANDWICHES ANDHOME-MADE MUFFINS AND PASTRIES
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4. The ANNEX Restaurant & Lounge
new
4.8
Exceptional(7)
Price: Expensive
• American • Algonquin
Booked 5 times today
Our goal is to bring elevated small plates, steaks, seafood, chops, chicken, pasta dishes, sandwiches, soups and cocktails to the town of Lake in the Hills, IL!Feeling lucky? We also have a private gaming lounge on site for you to enjoy!
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5. Lou Malnati's - Lakewood
4.5
Awesome(11)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • McHenry
Booked 10 times today
There’s nothing quite like legendary deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati’s. Located 8415 Redtail Drive in Lakewood, our full-service restaurant and bar also features outdoor seating during warmer months. With a rustic design that pays homage to the agricultural history of the area, our location at 8415 Redtail Drive in Lakewood features a full-service restaurant, bar, outdoor seating in warmer months and private event space for up to 100 people. Enjoy Legendary Chicago Deep Dish and thin crust at the place that’s been perfecting it for 50+ years at Lou Malnati’s.
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6. Moretti's - Lake In The Hills
4.4
Awesome(55)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Algonquin
Booked 1 time today
Moretti's is Pizza and So Much More!Based in classic Italian and American cuisine with modern innovations, Moretti's menu features award winning thin crust and Chicago-style deep dish pizza with more than 20 different toppings, house made meatballs and freshly sliced Italian Beef, "Mile High Lasagna," with homemade layers of fresh pasta, marinara and four cheeses, unique pasta specialties and numerous chef-inspired daily specials. The menu also includes chicken, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, signature salads, grilled specialties and more. There are dedicated Vegan and Gluten Free Menus, as well as keto and vegetarian selections.Moretti's Pizza was voted "Best of the Best" in the Chicago areas biggest diners' poll - Daily Herald "Best of the Best." Moretti's offers dine-in, takeout and Moretti's in-house "Faster, Hotter, Happier" delivery team, as well as full service off-site catering and hosted events at the restaurant in private rooms, with complete event planni
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7. White Castle - Algonquin
3.3
Good(13)
Price: Moderate
• American • McHenry
Fine dining is back at White Castle this Valentine’s Day and craviiiier than ever! From steamy Sliders to decadent desserts you’re guaranteed to impress that special someone (or crew) you love so much! So step up your game and dine with us a la carte or dig into The Love Clutch Collection full of delicious delights. Give the special Cravers in your life the royal treatment at White Castle on February 14th. Because everyone wants to hear those three little words: We’re. Getting. Sliders. P.S. Here are a few lines to help set the mood—FREE OF CHARGE: I only have fries for you Mozzstix & chill? You’re my crave-orite I’d put a Chicken Ring on it
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8. Aba - Chicago
4.8
Exceptional(2582)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • West Loop
Booked 217 times today
Aba is a Mediterranean restaurant with locations in Chicago, IL, Austin, TX, and BalHarbour, FL. Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, incorporates Chef CJ Jacobson’s lighter styleof cooking with influences from the Mediterranean, including Israel, Lebanon, Turkey, andGreece. The bar program showcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Heirloom Crispy ChickenThigh, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more. The bar programshowcases rare Mediterranean-inspired wines and spirits.
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9. Ema - Glenview
4.7
Exceptional(305)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Glenview
Booked 196 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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10. Girl & the Goat
4.8
Exceptional(14818)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • West Loop
Booked 176 times today
Girl & the Goat opened in 2010 with the goal of offering a menu of bold, flavorful dishes designed to share in a fun and lively atmosphere. To complement the experience, we offer a curated selection of wines from around the world, focusing on small producers, along with a rotating list of craft beers and a playful cocktail menu crafted by our bartenders. The ever-changing menu, driven by locally sourced and seasonal ingredients, features favorites like sautéed green beans, roasted oysters, crispy short ribs, and confit goat belly. While reservations are encouraged for the dining room, our bar welcomes walk-ins, adventurers, and those who prefer spontaneity.

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