501 Local

4.7

237 Reviews

$31 to $50

Bistro

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

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!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Phone number
(224) 255-6480
Website
http://www.501local.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Chef Yoonseok Jang
Private party facilities
Private space is available for up to 50 persons. Email inquiries@501local.com

Location
501 Chestnut St, Winnetka, IL 60093-2418
Neighborhood
Winnetka
Cross street
On the corner of Chestnut and Oak Street in downtown Winnetka.
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Union Pacific North (UP-N) is a 5-minute walking distance away.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 237 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

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

501 Local, nestled in the heart of Winnetka, offers a "delightful dining experience" with a menu that's "really good" and consistently delicious. Patrons enjoy the inviting outdoor patio, perfect for a sunny meal. The attentive and friendly service stands out, making it a "go to" spot for locals seeking quality and variety.

237 Reviews

J
James
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server, Ibrahim, was excellent. Love dining at 501!
501 LocalResponded today
Hi James, Thank you for rating us on OpenTable! Thank you also for the kind words, and yes, Ibrahim is one of our keepers! I hope to see you soon! Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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lora
Chicago
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a wonderful food experience at 501 local. The food is great, the prices are fair and the ambience is great
501 LocalResponded today
Hi Iora, Thanks for rating us on OpenTable! We hope to see you again sometime soon. Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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Scott
Chicago
110 reviews
vip
4.0
110 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent North Shore lunch and social spot. Just the right location, menu and attentive service in a very pleasant setting.
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Scott
Chicago
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food, service, and ambiance, as always!
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Sonia
Chicago
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food, delicious cocktails, and nice neighborhood ambiance.
501 LocalResponded on December 3, 2024
Hi Sonia, Thanks for the kind words! And also thank you for rating us on OpenTable. Our chef will be pleased that you like his food. Thanks again, and see you soon! Best, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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Marissa
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about it was wonderful! Service and food were excellent. Can’t wait to come back.
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hp
Chicago
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Noel was excellent waiter. Made suggestions that we followed on our first ever visit. Butternut squash soup was delicious Smooth and creamy. Needed a tad more heat. Niçoise salad with rare ahi tuna asked not blackened was plentiful and very tasty. Substituted feta cheese. Their famous burger was justified. Carmelized onions and brioche bun
501 LocalResponded on November 26, 2024
Hi hp, Thank you for rating us on OpenTable! Noel is our newest member of our waitstaff and all the signs our that he is going to succeed! Thank you for complimenting the chefs food, he works very hard. I hope to see you again shortly. Best, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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J
James
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My tuna was very good and a good value. My partners noodles and shrimp were good
501 LocalResponded on November 19, 2024
Hi James, Thank you for rating us on OpenTable! We are glad you liked your tuna. Thanks again and I hope to see you soon.... Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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Michelle
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
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
501 LocalResponded on November 17, 2024
Hi Michelle, Thank you for rating us on OpenTable. We appreciate your nice words. And we love the fact that you'll be back! Kindly, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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Gerry
Chicago
56 reviews
vip
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The 501 Local is an outstanding Northshore restaurant with very great wines and menu!!!
501 LocalResponded on November 14, 2024
Hi Gerry, Thank you for rating us on OpenTable! Your kind words mean a lot to us. Don't forget about Mondays and Tuesdays. Half-priced angus burgers and half-priced wine, respectively. See you soon. Thanks, Mark Salmon (owner) + Team
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FAQs

501 Local offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (224) 255-6480.

501 Local is rated 4.7 stars by 237 OpenTable diners.

501 Local does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people

Dec 11, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Order delivery or takeout

501 Chestnut St, Winnetka, IL 60093-2418

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
On the corner of Chestnut and Oak Street in downtown Winnetka.
Neighborhood
Winnetka
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Bistro, Contemporary American, Wine Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Union Pacific North (UP-N) is a 5-minute walking distance away.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Chef Yoonseok Jang
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.501local.com/
Phone number
(224) 255-6480
Private party facilities
Private space is available for up to 50 persons. Email inquiries@501local.com

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501 Local

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Menu

What 237 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does 501 Local offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is 501 Local restaurant rated?

Does 501 Local offer gift cards?

Is 501 Local currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card