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Le Colonial - Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7
4.7
1424 Reviews
$31 to $50
Vietnamese

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2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 55 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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot

What 1,424 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Romantic

  • North Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Colonial - Lake Forest offers an exquisite dining experience with "excellent food in beautiful surroundings." Diners rave about the "outstanding service" and "amazing flavors" of the French-Vietnamese cuisine. The ambiance is enchanting, particularly the outdoor patio. While some note busy evenings and tight seating, the overall experience is delightful.
1,424 Reviews
  1. judy

    VIP

    Chicago

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I have eaten here many times. It's always a treat to dine at Le Colonial. Great food, service and ambiance.

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  2. Jose

    VIP

    Milwaukee

    81 reviews

    5.0

    81 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful attention to details ‼️😋 Our lunch was executed flawlessly ‼️
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for the review, Jose! We're thrilled to hear that you had a flawless lunch at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. Our team strives to provide a beautiful attention to detail, and we're glad it added to your experience. We appreciate your feedback on the value and look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best! Paul Passig General Manager

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I feel like once we didn’t order alcoholic beverages (it was lunchtime) & only 2 entrees & one appetizer, the service went down. Also, I told them we were celebrating a birthday (waiter even said happy birthday), they did nothing. First restaurant I’ve ever been to where they didn’t even bring out something small with candle. Our bill was still over $110 so I feel like we still spent a good chunk of change. I was very disappointed. Restaurant not full either. I’ll go to city location instead.

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  4. David

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    Milwaukee

    18 reviews

    4.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent and our service was good. We sat very close the another table and right next to a waiter’s stand. Just moved from Chicago and experience lacks compared to some big city offerings. A bit pricey for what we got.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 2 days ago
    Hello David, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be good. We appreciate your feedback about the noise level and pricing. We strive to provide a unique dining experience and we're sorry to hear that it wasn't quite up to par with your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another enjoyable meal soon. Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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  5. Tracy

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere. Delicious, unusual food. Great service.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you for your review. I noticed we could have done better on the value score. Could you share anything that could have made you feel better about the value? Paul Passig General Manager

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  6. jon

    VIP

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal food and service. Taste explosion with every bite. Recommend highly.

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  7. Paulina

    Chicago

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is always wonderful to do lunch here! Thank you
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 1 day ago
    Hello Paulina, We're over the moon to hear that you always enjoy dining with us at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We're delighted that you appreciate our food, service, and value. We can't wait to welcome you back for another wonderful lunch soon. Thank you for your wonderful review! Best regards, Paul Passig General Manager

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  8. Robert

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We greatly enjoyed our experience at Le Colonial. The service was impeccable, the food was wonderful, and the ambiance was creatively classic. We look forward to eating there again

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  9. John

    VIP

    Chicago

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a delicious meal from shared plates to dessert. Luis took great care of us from start to finish.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 7 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, John! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your meal at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We always aim to provide great service from the moment you walk in, and it's wonderful to hear that we met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on our food and value, and we'll continue to strive for excellence in all areas. We look forward to serving you again soon! Cheers! Paul Passig General Manager

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great Birthday dinner for my son at his favorite restaurant!
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 1 day ago
    Thanks for visiting us at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your Birthday dinner and that we were able to make your son's special day even more memorable. Your high ratings for our food and service are greatly appreciated. We noticed your rating for value and we're always looking for ways to improve. We hope to serve you again soon! Happy Birthday again! Paul Passig General Manager

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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 1424 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM

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Booked 55 times today
Google Map for Le Colonial - Lake Forest

655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1819

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • 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
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
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