Best Seasonal Restaurants in Lake Forest

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Disotto

4.6

Exceptional(1269)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 53 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.

2. Miramar

4.7

Exceptional(1727)

Price: Moderate

• French • Highwood

Booked 24 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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3. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4.5

Awesome(1111)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 19 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.

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4. Oaken Bistro + Bar

4.4

Awesome(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lake Forest

Booked 6 times today

Oaken is a modern, upscale American Bistro + Bar with a global influence. Enjoy all-day dining in Lake Forest with elevated burgers & salads as well as dishes with more unique, worldly flavor trends like our popular Oaken Burger, Cubano with Crispy Pork Belly, or Braised Short Rib. When it’s time for Happy Hour, the sleek lounge features a craft cocktail menu with signature herbal-infused offerings as well as an eclectic wine list and local beers. Enjoy all day drinks and dining in the contemporary dining room, the inviting 25-seat outdoor patio, or order take-out or delivery. Branch out from your ordinary routine and unearth Oaken!

5. Froggy's

4.7

Exceptional(1018)

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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6. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1173)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 12 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!

7. 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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8. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

4.7

Exceptional(734)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Vernon Hills

Booked 95 times today

Welcome to Perry's in Vernon Hills, Illinois! Step into our vibrant atmosphere where the essence of our Rare and Well Done® experience comes to life. Take in our stunning wine wall, unwind at our lively Bar 79®, and bask in the inviting ambiance of our cozy outdoor patio. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply savoring a night out, our elegant private dining rooms provide the perfect setting. Indulge in our award-winning cuisine, featuring signature dishes crafted with care and precision. Our dedicated staff ensures that every aspect of your visit, from the moment you arrive to the last bite, is nothing short of exceptional. Join us and discover why Perry's is more than just a restaurant—it's a culinary destination where unforgettable memories are made.

9. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5488)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 80 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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10. Prairie Grass Café

4.6

Exceptional(2214)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 37 times today

Owners Chef Sarah Stegner & Chef George Bumbaris created this casual Northbrook restaurant, boasting a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere. Wood-top tables without tablecloths give the main dining room a contemporary feel while seating is also available in the bar area. A menu, changing monthly, features contemporary American fare featuring seasonal ingredients. For dessert, Chef Stegner's mother bakes delicious pies.

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Donzel
Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Oaken is always very consistent. Excellent drinks, very good food and good service. Last night was a little noisy and slow to receive our food because of the holiday bizarre, but overall still very good.
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Oaken Bistro + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Lake Forest
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4.4
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Craigvip
Chicago / Illinois •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food and service were great; the air conditioning created a draft at our table along the window, but still a wonderful meal.
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MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
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4.7
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Barbara
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice selection of Italian food . Food was good, but didn't knock our socks off. Wait staff is amazing! Friendly and attentive.
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Bella Via Ristorante and BanquetsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park
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4.5
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Doris
Denver / Colorado •40 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This was our first time at Disotto, and the weekend brunch was outstanding. The waitstaff were very attentive (but not overly so), and the food was hot and delicious. I would not hesitate to recommend to friends for a lovely anytime meal or special occasion.
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DisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.6
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Mariavip
Houston •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The food was excellent! The service was attentive and not rushed. All in all a great dining experience!
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Froggy'sPrice: Expensive• French• Highwood
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4.7

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Disotto

2. Miramar

3. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4. Oaken Bistro + Bar

5. Froggy's

6. Scotty's on Sheridan

7. Longitud315

8. Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille – Vernon Hills

9. Saranello's

10. Prairie Grass Café

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