Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in Lake Forest

32 restaurants available nearby

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1. Francesca's Intimo

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lake Forest

Booked 34 times today

Francesca’s Intimo is located in vibrant downtown Lakeforest. A restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.

2. Disotto

4.5

Awesome(1273)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 33 times today

Let Disotto transport you to another place & time, like visiting your Nonna's wine cellar on the Italian countryside for a homemade meal.

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3. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1179)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 11 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. Oaken Bistro + Bar

4.3

Awesome(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lake Forest

Booked 4 times today

Oaken is a modern, upscale American Bistro + Bar with a global influence. Enjoy all-day dining in Lake Forest with elevated burgers & salads as well as dishes with more unique, worldly flavor trends like our popular Oaken Burger, Cubano with Crispy Pork Belly, or Braised Short Rib. When it’s time for Happy Hour, the sleek lounge features a craft cocktail menu with signature herbal-infused offerings as well as an eclectic wine list and local beers. Enjoy all day drinks and dining in the contemporary dining room, the inviting 25-seat outdoor patio, or order take-out or delivery. Branch out from your ordinary routine and unearth Oaken!

5. Del Rio

4.8

Exceptional(1156)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 26 times today

Come enjoy our family's 100 year-old Northern Italian restaurant.Whether you dine with us in our main dining room, the Terrace or upstairs in what was once our family's home, we warmly welcome you. If you're looking for that special restaurant where you can take a a breath from the fast lane and go back to a time when restaurants were not part of a chain and the owner became a friend, the food was always great, and as my grandmother said, "You feel better for coming"....then you've found the right spot. We combine the classic Italian Menu and new creative dishes, with full attention to both. If you enjoy fine wine, you've found a new home. Our cellar contains well over 3,500 choices dating from the late 1800's.

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6. Nativo Mexican cuisine

4.4

Awesome(41)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Bannockburn

Booked 2 times today

WELCOME TO NATIVO MEXICAN CUISINE SERVING UPSCALE MEXICAN FUSION We’re thrilled to spice up your life with our new location in Bannockburn.Nativo is an upscale, yet relaxed atmosphere in Bannockburn. Nativo Mexican Cuisine offers delicious food, tasty cocktails and a hip vibe that makes you want to keep coming back. Serving up both traditional, and non-traditional Latin cuisine that incorporates flavors from all around the world. Dive into our vibrant world of flavors with exclusive dishes like our Mango-Chili Tacos and signature Margaritas.

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7. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

4.7

Exceptional(758)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Vernon Hills

Booked 69 times today

Welcome to Perry's in Vernon Hills, Illinois! Step into our vibrant atmosphere where the essence of our Rare and Well Done® experience comes to life. Take in our stunning wine wall, unwind at our lively Bar 79®, and bask in the inviting ambiance of our cozy outdoor patio. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply savoring a night out, our elegant private dining rooms provide the perfect setting. Indulge in our award-winning cuisine, featuring signature dishes crafted with care and precision. Our dedicated staff ensures that every aspect of your visit, from the moment you arrive to the last bite, is nothing short of exceptional. Join us and discover why Perry's is more than just a restaurant—it's a culinary destination where unforgettable memories are made.

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8. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

4.6

Exceptional(10271)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnshire

Booked 90 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

9. Di Pescara

4.5

Awesome(5684)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Northbrook

Booked 77 times today

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

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10. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, IL

4.6

Exceptional(6294)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 82 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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Florence
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent service! Food was fantastic. Lovely atmosphere. Also, we went to celebrate our son’s Navy Boot Camp graduation and they surprised him with a special dessert. Definitely recommend this restaurant!!
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Francesca's IntimoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lake Forest
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4.5
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Joseph
Chicago / Illinois •52 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food is always great. Well prepared and professionally presented. Our server, Isabelle, was excellent. She knew the menu and was able to explain the ingredients in the dishes to us. She made recommendations when asked and her suggestions were on target. We always enjoy our meals at this restaurant. Very friendly and warm atmosphere. Great place for a holiday meal.
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DisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.5
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Eric
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food was excellent and there was such a great selection! The portions were large and definitely worth the price! Service was also exceptional!
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Scotty's on SheridanPrice: Moderate• American• Highwood
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4.8
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Richard
Chicago / Illinois •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Bill and Connie run the best restaurant on the North Shore.
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Del RioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.8
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Donzel
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 22, 2024
Oaken is always very consistent. Excellent drinks, very good food and good service. Last night was a little noisy and slow to receive our food because of the holiday bizarre, but overall still very good.
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Oaken Bistro + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Lake Forest
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4.3

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32 restaurants available nearby

1. Francesca's Intimo

2. Disotto

3. Scotty's on Sheridan

4. Oaken Bistro + Bar

5. Del Rio

6. Nativo Mexican cuisine

7. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

8. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

9. Di Pescara

10. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, IL

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