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1. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(10303)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnshire

Booked 126 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.

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

4.6

Exceptional(6319)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 110 times today

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant in Wheeling is a fun place with its award-winning wines, innovative cocktails, and craveable dishes. Reviewers praise it for its 'great service', 'excellent wine and cocktail selection', and 'tasty food'. The ambiance is described as 'fun', 'lively' and 'great adult ambience'. The restaurant also boasts of having one of the world's largest wine clubs, adding to the wine country experience.

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3. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

4.4

Awesome(1802)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Wheeling

Booked 64 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

4.7

Exceptional(817)

Price: Moderate

• American • Wheeling

Booked 24 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!

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5. Tomahawk BBQ Steakhouse - Lincolnshire

4.5

Awesome(17)

Price: Expensive

• Pan-Asian • Lincolnshire

Booked 17 times today

Savor a blend of Asian-Inspired barbecue, merging the finest flavors of Chinese Shaokao, Japanese Yakiniku, and Korean Gogi-gui. Imagine tender meats, seared to perfection on a hot grill, accompanied by your choice of Japanese sake, Korean Soju, or an ice-cold beer. It’s a sensory delight that nourishes both the body and soul.At Tomahawk, it’s more than just the food; it’s about the connections and memories we create together. Whether you’re with family, friends, or colleagues, every meal is an opportunity to bond, celebrate, and create lasting moments. Come join us at Tomahawk BBQ Steakhouse, where every bite embodies togetherness and each gathering is a celebration of excellent food and wonderful company. Your table awaits, and your story is ready to be written

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6. Big Bowl-Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(2907)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Lincolnshire

Booked 59 times today

Using the freshest and highest quality ingredients and starting fromscratch are the only ways to authentically prepare Asian cuisine.At Big Bowl, we make our own curries and roast our own chiliesand spices, which are ground daily to prepare a variety of oursignature dishes. Our menu features Chinese favorites like KungPao Chicken, Prime Beef & Broccoli, Sweet & Sour PineappleShrimp, along with Thai specialties like Panang Curry Chicken, Vegetable & Tofu PadThai and Red Hot Pepper Chicken Noodles. Whether its sweet orspicy, rice or noodles, Chinese or Thai that you are craving, ourmenu has it all.

7. Enzo and Lucia

4.8

Exceptional(1437)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Long Grove

Booked 31 times today

We invite you to enjoy a delicious and authentic Italian meal at Enzo and Lucia Ristorante. We use only fresh ingredients in our classic Italian dishes and cherished family recipes. Homemade Italian gourmet cappellacci stuffed with seasonal ingredients is the specialty at our Long Grove restaurant housed in a former and historic Victorian-style home erected in 1876.Our outdoor patio gives dining “all’aperto” a whole new meaning, bordered by colorful flowers and foliage, the soothing sound of a fountain, and relaxing background music. Live music on the weekends.

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8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(2946)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnshire

Booked 47 times today

Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.

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9. Fleming's Steakhouse - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(1595)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Lincolnshire

Booked 17 times today

Your Lincolnshire Fleming's is located on the corner of Milwaukee Avenue and Aptakisic Road. Fleming's in Lincolnshire is an outstanding choice to enjoy an exceptional Prime steak, glass of wine or handcrafted cocktail. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting a business dinner or simply wanting to enjoy a night out - we will create a safe and memorable evening in our Dining Room. If you prefer to enjoy your fine dining experience at home, you can order and pay for lunch or dinner online and then pick up curbside or select from one of our delivery partners.

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10. Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington Heights

4.4

Awesome(2259)

Price: Moderate

• American • Arlington Heights

Booked 16 times today

Located near downtown Arlington Heights IL, and just minutes from the Metra station, Palm Court brings a timeless classic ambiance alongside a tantalizing menu that combines American cuisine with European influences. Palm Court has received rave reviews since the restaurant opened its doors over 40 years ago for its ambiance, friendly service, and relaxed atmosphere.A highlight of the restaurant is the lounge area, a comfortable place to unwind, relax, meet up with friends as you listen to piano and live music every Friday and Saturday night.Our chef has been creating alluring dishes for Palm Court since its inception in 1979, and our chef-driven menu includes timeless favorites like filet medallions, crisp Long Island Duck, Veal Oscar and Dover Sole. No dinner is complete without Palm Court’s signature dessert, Brandy Ice!The bar offers a wide array of wines, cocktails, specialty martinis and imported and domestic beers.Our brand new patio is now available!

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Jackie
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This location is great! Staff is very welcoming and friendly, restaurant was clean, food was delicious and over all experience was wonderful!
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Benihana - Wheeling, ILPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Wheeling
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4.4
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Thomas
St. Louis •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We are frequent diners at Cooper’s Hawk, and not just the one in Wheeling. The food was great, the ambiance and noice were within reason. But what really stood out, beyond the food and wine, was the service. Above and beyond, management should be proud of their crew!
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Wheeling, ILPrice: Moderate• American• Wheeling
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4.6
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VishalVIP
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an awesome server , she made the evening. The food was good, the drinks were decent ( martini flight was warm)
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Wildfire - LincolnshirePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnshire
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4.7
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DEBORAHVIP
Chicago / Illinois •44 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was great but realize the chili is really hot, couldn't finish it. I also would have liked the ahimsa tuna to be cooked a bit longer. Other than that meals were great for everyone else.
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Spears Bourbon Burgers & BeerPrice: Moderate• American• Wheeling
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4.7
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Krystina
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Food was amazing. Everything tasted great. Only 2 things I wasn’t impressed by, the alcohol beverages were way too overpriced and had little to no alcohol in them and THEY DONT HAVE STEAK KNIVES…odd. lol otherwise everything was great!
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Tomahawk BBQ Steakhouse - LincolnshirePrice: Expensive• Pan-Asian• Lincolnshire
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4.5

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97 restaurants available nearby

1. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

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

3. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

4. Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer

5. Tomahawk BBQ Steakhouse - Lincolnshire

6. Big Bowl-Lincolnshire

7. Enzo and Lucia

8. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire

9. Fleming's Steakhouse - Lincolnshire

10. Palm Court Restaurant - Arlington Heights

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