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1. Le Colonial - Lake Forest
4.7
Exceptional(1301)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Lake Forest
Booked 66 times today
Le Colonial in Lake Forest is a cozy, inviting spot that offers a unique escape into the sophistication of the 1920s Saigon. Reviewers consistently mention the restaurant's cozy, elegant, and comfortable ambiance, with one stating, 'Exquisite cuisine, delightful drinks, attentive staff and cozy, inviting ambiance.' The excellent service and exquisite food complete the package for a truly delightful dining experience.
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2. Francesca's Intimo
4.5
Awesome(1680)
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.
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3. Authentico
4.6
Exceptional(1350)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lake Forest
Booked 19 times today
Authentico is cozy due to its blend of rustic and modern ambiance. Reviewers love the 'fun atmosphere', 'friendly service', and 'nice decor'. The outdoor dining is appreciated for its 'beautiful setting', 'patio heaters keep things cozy', and 'fire towers and fire tables'. The restaurant's 'fresh' food also contributes to the warm, inviting vibe.
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4. Disotto
4.6
Exceptional(1270)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highwood
Booked 25 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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5. Scotty's on Sheridan
4.8
Exceptional(1174)
Price: Moderate
• American • Highwood
Booked 15 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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6. Alex's Washington Gardens
4.8
Exceptional(1509)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highwood
Made from scratch, family recipe Italian cuisine, in Highwood since 1932, and at its current location since 1982. Serving a selection of Fresh Seafood delivered daily including Salmon, Whitefish, Mussels, Calamari..... All the classics are here, homemade pastas, hand carved and pounded out Chicken and Veal Parmigiana, Limone, Piccata, Calabrese, and of course Lasagnas, Meatballs, Chicken Vesuvio, and many more, and of course homemade desserts. Also, we offer some of the best thin, crisp crust pizza, which was the first pizza served on the North Shore at Scornavacco's since 1944.
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7. Miramar
4.7
Exceptional(1727)
Price: Moderate
• French • Highwood
Booked 27 times today
Miramar Bistro is a traditional French bistro and the menu is always fresh and seasonal. Service is friendly and thorough and the ambiance is exceptional. The French doors open to the sidewalk patio and lend to al fresco dining both for lunch and dinner. Miramar also books parties and banquets up to 300 people.
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8. Froggy's
4.7
Exceptional(1018)
Price: Expensive
• French • Highwood
Booked 6 times today
Froggy's French Café is known for its cozy ambiance. With fireplaces burning and a charming atmosphere, guests feel relaxed and comfortable. The restaurant's intimate setting, reminiscent of a French bistro, has been praised in numerous reviews. One review even mentioned it as the 'warmest ambiance they've found in the area'. Another guest mentioned that the ambience let them 'relax, talk, hold hands, and enjoy'. It's a perfect place to enjoy delicious French cuisine in a cozy, welcoming environment.
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9. Longitud315
4.7
Exceptional(1605)
Price: Expensive
• Latin American • Highwood
Booked 11 times today
Longitud315 is the life-long dream of Chef Tony Castillo. A concept that was born as a result of his childhood memories cooking side to side with his grandmother. She taught him that cooking wasn’t about just cooking a dish, but great cooking that comes from the heart. Chef Tony’s wish is to transmit his passion for cooking in every single dish and for each of our patrons to have the most memorable dining experience... Chef Tony brings to the North Shore and to all food lovers a new fusion of South American flavors with exotic Venezuelan, Argentinian, Brazilian, Ecuadorian and Peruvian flavors... TO REQUEST ROOFTOP PLEASE CONTACT US @ (847) 926-7495
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10. SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Company - Highwood
4.8
Exceptional(219)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Highwood
Booked 11 times today
Thank you for choosing SLYCE, where pizza is our passion. We have preserved the art of making hand crafted artisanal coal fired pizzas. Our mission is simple: Have a simple menu that allows us to focus special attention to every ingredient that comes into our building. We choose and use the best quality ingredients possible. We do not believe in premade, mass produced food. We source locally grown or raised products whenever possible and use one of the cleanest natural burning resources to heat our ovens. At SLYCE less is more, as our fresh ingredients are delicately placed, not piled on, to create a perfectly balanced pie. Our dough is made in house daily, hand stretched to order, and baked next to a burning pile of coal giving it a thin, bubbly crust with charred edges and leopard spotting on the bottom. So sit back and relax, as we hand craft you one of your favorite, perfectly charred pies.

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Discover best cozy restaurants in Lake Forest

Discover the charming allure of cozy dining experiences in Lake Forest, located in the North Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois. This area is renowned for its captivating dining scene that blends rustic charm with modern sophistication. Each restaurant in this serene locale is meticulously curated to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a cozy retreat. Patrons can expect to find establishments that emphasize comfort through plush seating, soft lighting, and interiors designed with elegance and warmth. The cuisine offered is as diverse as it is delightful, featuring everything from sophisticated contemporary dishes to heartwarming traditional meals. Whether you're looking for a romantic evening, a family gathering, or a casual meet-up with friends, Lake Forest's cozy restaurants promise an unforgettable dining experience that combines excellent service with an enchanting environment. Embrace the essence of coziness in Lake Forest for your next culinary adventure.

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