Best Casual Restaurants in Highwood

43 restaurants available nearby

1. Disotto

4.6

Exceptional(1297)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 31 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.

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2. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

4.6

Exceptional(1118)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highland Park

Booked 18 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.

3. Del Rio

4.7

Exceptional(1160)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 2 times today

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.

4. Longitud315

4.7

Exceptional(1613)

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

5. Froggy's

4.6

Exceptional(1031)

Price: Expensive

• French • Highwood

Booked 7 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. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.6

Exceptional(1944)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 30 times today

- OUTDOOR PATIO SEATING WILL BE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. We will do our best to accommodate all seating requests but please understand these tables can not be guaranteed because of such limited availability.Proper Attire RequiredWe are business casual. Thank you for not wearing tank tops, sleeveless shirts, flip-flops, gym wear, or short shorts. Dress shorts are acceptable. Please remove your hat when entering. Thank you so much for making a reservation. INSIDE and OUTSIDE seating are available. - If you need to make any changes to your reservation, please let us know prior to arriving at the restaurant.

7. Bluegrass

4.9

Exceptional(2580)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highland Park

Booked 8 times today

Bluegrass is a casual restaurant located in Highland Park. With a cozy setting nestled into the west side of town it is a true destination dining location. Complete with a warm friendly bar and an American flare, Bluegrass blends in a little Southern influence into its repertoire. The wine and beer selections are all American, along with a full back bar, all hand selected to echo the quality of the fare. Aside from a beautiful setting, the restaurant has extraordinary food and service with a remarkable value. Check our website for details on the events during the summer, as well as our Facebook page. We have many wonderful, rotating specials therefore consult our online menu regularly.

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8. Scotty's on Sheridan

4.8

Exceptional(1194)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highwood

Booked 6 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!

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9. Prairie Grass Café

4.7

Exceptional(2230)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Northbrook

Booked 24 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.

10. Kuro Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(35)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Lake Forest

Booked 4 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.

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JamesVIP
Chicago / Illinois •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Nice service and lively atmosphere with a broad menu. Enjoyed the meal. Prices are not low but portions and quality were great.
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Bella Via Ristorante and BanquetsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park
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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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Shannon
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
4.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
This is our second visit to Del Rio and we were so excited to return. This time around, the food was much less impressive. Wait staff was perfect, responsive and friendly. Menu was limited due to special events in the main dining area, which was fine as our preferred order was on the limited menu. Disappointing.
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Del RioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.7
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Andrea
New York City •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
Great food and friendly staff! Chef Tony is a genius
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Longitud315Price: Expensive• Latin American• Highwood
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4.7

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. Disotto

2. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets

3. Del Rio

4. Longitud315

5. Froggy's

6. Rosebud - Deerfield

7. Bluegrass

8. Scotty's on Sheridan

9. Prairie Grass Café

10. Kuro Bistro

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