Best Restaurants for Groups in Lake Forest

36 restaurants available nearby

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1. Francesca's Intimo

4.6

Exceptional(1704)

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.

2. Kuro Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(36)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lake Forest

Booked 18 times today

Kuro Bistro,Lake Forest's hit spot for sushi and grill! From fresh fish to hibachi and burgers, Kuro Bistro offers dishes for everyone with an appetite. Signature Maki (special rolls) are a fan favorite where others enjoy the golden shrimp and meat and seafood entrees from the kitchen. Offering patio (in season), indoor dining, full bar and sushi bar, this contemporary dining experience is relaxing and enjoyable!The perfect location for a special occasion or a casual night out located in downtown Lake Forest, Illinois.

3. Disotto

4.6

Exceptional(1297)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 40 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.

4. Froggy's

4.6

Exceptional(1033)

Price: Expensive

• French • Highwood

Booked 12 times today

Froggy’s French Café has been serving Chicago’s North Shore award winning French cuisine for almost 40 years. Known for our ambiance, friendly knowledgeable service and presentation we serve the freshest seafood and vegetables and steaks. We recommend starting with a glass of wine, a bowl of French Onion Soup or escargot appetizer, and then move on to our seasonal seafood mains, fresh pastas or our classic steak and frits. Froggy’s diverse menu is geared to satisfy seafood aficionados, vegetarians and all omnivores alike. Always fresh, always French and always a fantastic dining experience. Located in Highwood, IL nestled in between Highland Park and Lake Forest, come dine with us to see why Froggy’s is known as North Shore’s hidden gem.

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5. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1194)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 1 time 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. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4.5

Awesome(1119)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 14 times today

Bella Via Ristorante is thrilled to announce its new location at 431 Temple ave in Highland Park. An authentic Italian Restaurant, a true family owned and family operated that has served the North Shore communities for over 26 years. We feature classic Italian fare with an impressive selection of Italian wines. The menu consists of a variety of appetizers, homemade pastas, fresh fish, tender veal, chicken and many other Italian favorites.

7. Del Rio

4.7

Exceptional(1160)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Come enjoy our family's 100 year-old Northern Italian restaurant.Whether you dine with us in our main dining room, the Terrace or upstairs in what was once our family's home, we warmly welcome you. If you're looking for that special restaurant where you can take a a breath from the fast lane and go back to a time when restaurants were not part of a chain and the owner became a friend, the food was always great, and as my grandmother said, "You feel better for coming"....then you've found the right spot. We combine the classic Italian Menu and new creative dishes, with full attention to both. If you enjoy fine wine, you've found a new home. Our cellar contains well over 3,500 choices dating from the late 1800's.

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8. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

4.7

Exceptional(10322)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnshire

Booked 108 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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9. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

4.4

Awesome(1810)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Wheeling

Booked 55 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.

10. Saranello's

4.6

Exceptional(5541)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 69 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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liz
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food is fantastic and very reasonably priced. The holiday decor was charming and made for an excellent New Year’s Day dinner.
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Francesca's IntimoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Lake Forest
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4.6
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LindaVIP
Denver / Colorado •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 28, 2024
Scotty’s is a warm, neighborhood restaurant with excellent food, and the service is even better than the food. The atmosphere is upscale casual, friends meeting friends, but you’d be comfortable dining alone, especially at the bar. Prices very reasonable, especially for the quality of fare.
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Scotty's on SheridanPrice: Moderate• American• Highwood
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4.8
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ShanaVIP
Las Vegas •25 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 27, 2024
Service was just ok. Very transactional. Food came out almost too quickly
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Kuro BistroPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Lake Forest
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4.6
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BarbVIP
Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Christmas Eve dinner was fabulous! We had so much delicious food. We were treated like royalty. We will absolutely do it again!!
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Froggy'sPrice: Expensive• French• Highwood
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4.6
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Erika
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
My gawd we ordered so many things from the menu. The buffalo mozzarella, fired calamari, bruschetta special and mussels were outstanding. Entrees were phenomenal and portioned generously. We had to sit at a high top at the bar and waited 20 minutes after our reservation time, but they were so apologetic and kind! I can hardly wait to return!!
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DisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.6

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36 restaurants available nearby

1. Francesca's Intimo

2. Kuro Bistro

3. Disotto

4. Froggy's

5. Scotty's on Sheridan

6. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

7. Del Rio

8. Wildfire - Lincolnshire

9. Benihana - Wheeling, IL

10. Saranello's

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