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Le Colonial - Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7
4.7
1433 Reviews
$31 to $50
Vietnamese

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 64 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of Lake Forest’s lively Market Square District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations. Please be advised that we do not hold an indoor reservation for all patio reservations. We cannot guarantee a table inside if you wish to move.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 1,433 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Romantic

  • North Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Colonial - Lake Forest offers an enchanting dining experience with "superb food" and "outstanding service." The ambiance is a perfect blend of elegance and coziness, making it ideal for special occasions. Guests often praise the "beautifully presented" dishes and the "deliciously innovative" menu, ensuring a memorable visit.
1,433 Reviews
  1. Patty

    Chicago33 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This north shore offshoot of the downtown chicago location is very popular with locals and those in town for business. I have always enjoyed the ambience and service. Their menu is varied and usually covers all types of meals to please all types of palates. Particularly enjoy when chef incorporates seasonal items in salads. My favorite is and will always be the red snapper, excellently prepared and a long time standing on the menu. The wine could be better and less expensive. Otherwise, this restaurant stays on my rotation.

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  2. Sue

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The room, service and food are all worthy of the higher price point. This restaurant really is top level.

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  3. RACHEL

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had an excellent experience. Food was superb and the service was outstanding. Both our waitress and both of the hosts were great. Love dining at Le Colonial.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 2 days ago
    Hey Rachel, We're over the moon to hear about your excellent experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! It's fantastic to know that you found our food superb and our service outstanding. We're glad that our team made your visit enjoyable. Your kind words mean a lot to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for another superb meal. Thanks for your high ratings! Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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  4. Jason VIP

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome food and service!! Best place in lake forest
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Jason! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed both the food and service at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We strive to provide the best dining experience for our guests and your feedback confirms that we're on the right track. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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  5. Karen VIP

    Minneapolis21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delightful with great food and service. I will be back for sure

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  6. Sonia VIP

    Chicago14 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    They definitely must have been short staffed, and the kitchen couldn’t keep it together due to some private event. It took almost 2 hours for lunch, much of the time we were just waiting. While the food is always good Everything today took unbelievably long. I would estimate 50% of the time we’ve been there we’ve had either slow service or very good service, you just never know which. The only saving grace today was that our server who was running around handling way too much. Did it all with a smile and a good attitude. It is the only reason why we did not walk out.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Sonia, We're truly sorry to hear about your recent experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We understand how frustrating long wait times can be and we apologize for the inconvenience caused. We're glad to hear that you found our food to be good, but we understand that overall, it was not up to our usual standards. We're taking your feedback seriously and will work on improving our service to ensure a more seamless dining experience for our guests. We hope you'll give us another chance to show you the service we're truly capable of. We would be delighted to welcome you back in and ensure you receive the service and attention that we strive for. Best regards, Paul Passig General Manager

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  7. Darlene VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My girlfriend and I dined here today to celebrate st paddy’s day we had drinks a pho that was deeelish and a chicken and rice dish …. It was yummm we love it here in LakeForest …. We also love the one in the city on oak street…. We will be back
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 4 days ago
    Hey Darlene, we're thrilled to hear that you and your girlfriend enjoyed your St. Paddy's Day dinner at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! It's wonderful to know that our pho and chicken and rice dish hit the spot. We're also glad that you love our spot in Lake Forest. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals and happy times! Best! Paul Passig General Manager

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  8. Karen

    Charleston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant, either Lake Forest or Chicago, is fantastic. Ambiance and food are a perfect complement to one another, giving a wonderful dining experience.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Karen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. It's wonderful to know that our ambiance and food complement one another perfectly and gave you a wonderful dining experience. We strive to provide our guests with the best, and your feedback is a testament to our efforts. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best! Paul Passig General Manager

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  9. John VIP

    Chicago13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always consistently exceptional. We will be back to celebrate many special occasions.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the review, John! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. It's wonderful to know that we've been a part of many special celebrations for you and your family. We always strive to provide excellent food and service, and your feedback reaffirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more celebrations in the future! Best! Passig General Manager

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  10. William VIP

    Chicago33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food in an elegant but informal atmosphere.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on March 14, 2025
    Hello William, Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star rating! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our atmosphere to your liking at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We always strive to provide an excellent dining experience and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. We appreciate your ratings on service and value, and we'll continue to work on those areas to ensure we're the best we can be. Thank you again for your support and we look forward to serving you again soon! Best regards, The Management Team at Le Colonial - Lake Forest

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FAQs

Le Colonial - Lake Forest offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 474-1500.

Le Colonial - Lake Forest is rated 4.7 stars by 1433 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for Le Colonial - Lake Forest

655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1819

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Lake Forest
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout
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