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A photo of Evanston Corner Bistro restaurant
3.9
Excellent(75)
Price: Moderate
• American • Evanston
Booked 16 times today
Welcome to Evanston Corner Bistro! We are thrilled to be an integral part of the Evanston community.Evanston Corner Bistro is an American bistro that specializes in contemporary cuisine that's not only delicious but also approachable. Our menu is a celebration of fresh, locally-sourced, and seasonally-inspired ingredients.Our carefully curated beverage program showcases an array of locally brewed craft beers, complemented by a thoughtfully selected collection of imported beers. We also offer an assortment of unique and affordable wines, along with classic cocktails that come with their own distinctive twist.Evanston Corner Bistro proudly stands as the third installment of LM's beloved bistro concept. Nestled on the ground floor of the historic Hilton Orrington, our bistro is designed to provide a family-friendly dining experience in the heart of Downtown Evanston.
A photo of Tapas Barcelona restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(643)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • Evanston
Booked 18 times today
Dine on traditional Spanish cuisine at Tapas Barcelona. Located 1615 Chicago Ave, north suburb of Evanston and just south of Northwestern University, this restaurant offers casual comfort and a friendly setting for dining out. Tapas Barcelona has various dishes on the menu, such as baked snails and pizza topped with spinach and goat cheese. It also serves seafood and vegetarian entrées. Tapas Barcelona has a full bar that offers guests various drinks, including Spanish selections of wine. Its atmosphere is ideal for meeting up with an old friend for lunch or having dinner with the family. This restaurant welcomes reservations and provides take-out services.
A photo of Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi restaurant
3.2
Good(4)
Price: Expensive
• Hibachi • Evanston
Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi is a fantastic restaurant because of the vast amount of choices it offers to patrons. In addition to an a la carte dining option, customers can also opt for an all you can eat sushi offering or sit in the hibachi grill area. When sitting at the hibachi grill, diners are able to get dinner and a show. It's a lovely performance option for all ages.Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi's menu is a delight to go through. On the sushi side, there are dishes such as chicken tempura with Japanese sweet potato, shrimp shumai, and tuna crunch rolls. Then on the hibachi side, entrees can be cooked right in front of you with vegetables chicken, shrimp, gold shrimp, scallops, tuna steak, steak, filet mignon, sea bass, or twin lobster tail. Currently, Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi is open for both lunch and dinner.
A photo of The Hampton Social - Skokie restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1865)
Price: Expensive
• American • Skokie
Booked 76 times today
The Hampton Social - Skokie is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, just north of Chicago. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, outdoor seating, main dining room and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch
A photo of 501 Local restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(229)
Price: Expensive
• Bistro • Winnetka
Booked 30 times today
501 Local is a locally owned and operated upscale casual American Bistro located in downtown Winnetka. The menu offers a combination of classic and contemporary dishes with a focus on seasonal ingredients and flavors. Our service is attentive and friendly. We are a perfect choice for catching up with an old friend over lunch, grabbing a drink with coworkers on our award-winning patio, or celebrating your occasion with family or a special someone. Make your visit to Winnetka unforgettable. Dine with us at 501 Local and add an extra layer of joy to your Home Alone pilgrimage just a half mile away!
A photo of Bar Siena - North Shore restaurant
4.2
Awesome(980)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Skokie
Booked 82 times today
Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.
A photo of L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8123)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincolnwood
Booked 108 times today
Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.
A photo of Jilly's Cafe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(663)
Price: Expensive
• French • Evanston
Booked 12 times today
Located just outside the city of Chicago, Jilly's Café has been called a "North Shore Treasure" by Zagat's 2002 restaurant survey. Our French Countryside decor, handpicked flowers, and friendly wait staff make for an intimate and cozy atmosphere suitable for all kinds of occasions(NOW PATIO AVAILABLE,ASK FOR HOURS). Here authentic French food is served with an American twist making for enough dishes to keep our specials changing daily. We offer a Sunday brunch that carefully combines a traditional American brunch with French flavors, while champagne effortlessly flows throughout the course of the meal. Jilly's is available for private parties, and reservations are strongly recommended.
A photo of Blind Faith Cafe restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1499)
Price: Moderate
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Evanston
Booked 33 times today
Serving globally inspired menus, Blind Faith is a certified green restaurant transforming the way people enjoy vegetarian cuisine. Just twenty-five minutes from downtown Chicago and only blocks from Northwestern's Evanston campus, our dinning rooms offer a casual warmth perfect for any occasion.
A photo of Francesca - Lincolnwood restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(322)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lincolnwood
Booked 48 times today
Mia Francesca features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio. It was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service, and fair prices.Waiting for a table at the beautiful antique bar is part of the charm of Mia Francesca. The plush upstairs dining room and lounge can be reserved for private events, as can the more intimate coach house tucked away behind the restaurant. In the summer, al fresco dining is also available on a charming cobblestone terrace.

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  • Michele
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food was amazing and the service great! Just packed and hard to hear.
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    Tapas BarcelonaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Evanston
    4.7
  • Heathervip
    Chicago / Illinois •65 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Took my friend here for her birthday. We had a very fun waiter and we ordered a ton of food.. all was delicious.. the beet salad, truffle fries!! Monkey bread, Mac and cheese and the fried fish sandwiches and then we topped it off with the the coconut cream pie- YUM We plan on going back .. it was helpful they are located at old orchard so you can walk off your meal
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    The Hampton Social - SkokiePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
    4.4
  • Michellevip
    Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 16, 2024
    This was our first time eating here . Everything was top notch from the moment we walked in the door to being seated. Everybody loved their meal.. we will  definitely be back
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    501 LocalPrice: Expensive• Bistro• Winnetka
    4.6
  • Craig
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 10, 2024
    Best place to brunch! Great food options that are delicious. Absolutely love the staff. Our server Jewelia was amazing!
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    Evanston Corner BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Evanston
    3.9
  • ChristopherP
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Mar 7, 2024
    Fantastic sushi. Service was great as well, with waitstaff coming by to check on us frequently. The nigiri were well done, and the rolls were very consistent and aesthetic. They of course tasted good as well, and the spicy rolls really do have a kick. The only issue is that I had booked this through open table and it only lets you do an "experience" that you must pre-pay for. I thought it was for the hibachi but it turns out it is for the all you can eat sushi. The staff had trouble verifying the prepaid amount so they had to write down my credit card number to compare it to their open table reservations. This seems to be more a technical thing. It might be better to just have reservations and bill at the end as usual.
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    Todoroki Hibachi & SushiPrice: Expensive• Hibachi• Evanston
    3.2
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