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A photo of Francesca's Intimo restaurant
1. Francesca's Intimo
4.6
Exceptional(1705)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Lake Forest
Booked 25 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.
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2. Authentico
4.6
Exceptional(1356)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Lake Forest
Booked 12 times today
Authentico is the perfect spot for a date night! With its modern twist on healthy Mexican cuisine, this place consistently impresses. The ambiance is a blend of rustic and modern, creating a fun and pleasant atmosphere. Reviews rave about the excellent food, friendly service, and the overall great experience. One review even mentioned, 'My friend and I completely enjoyed our dinner at Authentico.' So grab your significant other and head to Authentico for a romantic and delicious night out!
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3. Disotto
4.6
Exceptional(1297)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highwood
Booked 29 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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4. Miramar
4.8
Exceptional(1746)
Price: Moderate
• French • Highwood
Booked 19 times today
Miramar is perfect for date night with its soft candle lighting, quiet music, and cozy atmosphere. As one reviewer said, 'Loved this for date night but wasn’t impressed with service or ambiance'. It's also praised for its attentive and friendly service, and delicious, seasonal French cuisine.
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5. Oaken Bistro + Bar
4.3
Awesome(234)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lake Forest
Booked 7 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!
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6. Bella Via Ristorante and Banquets
4.5
Awesome(1120)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Highland Park
Booked 4 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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7. Froggy's
4.5
Awesome(1033)
Price: Expensive
• French • Highwood
Booked 8 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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8. SLYCE Coal Fired Pizza Company - Highwood
4.8
Exceptional(221)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Highwood
Thank you for choosing SLYCE, where pizza is our passion. We have preserved the art of making hand crafted artisanal coal fired pizzas. Our mission is simple: Have a simple menu that allows us to focus special attention to every ingredient that comes into our building. We choose and use the best quality ingredients possible. We do not believe in premade, mass produced food. We source locally grown or raised products whenever possible and use one of the cleanest natural burning resources to heat our ovens. At SLYCE less is more, as our fresh ingredients are delicately placed, not piled on, to create a perfectly balanced pie. Our dough is made in house daily, hand stretched to order, and baked next to a burning pile of coal giving it a thin, bubbly crust with charred edges and leopard spotting on the bottom. So sit back and relax, as we hand craft you one of your favorite, perfectly charred pies.
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9. The Board Room
4.4
Awesome(594)
Price: Expensive
• American • Libertyville
Booked 24 times today
The Board Room is a prime spot for date night. Reviewers highly recommend it for a romantic evening, praising its ambiance and food. One reviewer said, 'Great place for a date night! Food is fantastic!' while another mentioned it's a 'great restaurant for enjoying a variety of small plates with good friends.' The place is also described as 'sophisticated' and 'romantic.' Perfect for a cozy night out with your special someone.
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10. Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire
4.6
Exceptional(2977)
Price: Expensive
• Steak • Lincolnshire
Booked 27 times today
Quality, exceptional service, and an unparalleled atmosphere have made Eddie Merlot's one of America's great steak houses over the past 20 years. Eddie Merlot' s is an homage to the man and his love of a great steak, a great glass of wine, and a good story. We pride ourselves on our Prime Aged Beef and scratch kitchen. Our chef selects each steak for the optimum proportion of marbling and texture before hand-cutting and seasoning the steaks to your specifications. From sauces to desserts, we develop recipes to create a truly unique experience for our guests. And, while you enjoy your meal, you'll be treated to the one-of-a-kind service we call the "W.O.W. Factor."We welcome you to Eddie Merlot's—we want you, our guest, to have nothing but the best, which is why we go to such lengths to serve you the exceptional prime-aged steaks upon which our restaurant has built its reputation.

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  • BarbaraVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Go to Bella via often and am never disappointed!
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    Bella Via Ristorante and BanquetsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park
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    4.5
  • Marna
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This is a hidden gem, inside the The Forester Hotel. 5 off us, drinks, appetizers, dinner, dessert, espresso. From Goat Cheese and Honey to Crispy Gochujang Shrimp, to Roasted chicken breast over charred scallion risotto, Classic Cobb Salad and Fish & Chips…EVERYTHING was delicious. There wasn’t one thing we would change, including the service! SO happy to have this in the neighborhood and look forward to our next visit.
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    Oaken Bistro + BarPrice: Moderate• American• Lake Forest
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    4.3
  • Queenie
    Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 27, 2024
    The enchiladas with mole sauce is my favorite! The black beans and rice side is delicious too.
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    AuthenticoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Lake Forest
    •
    4.6
  • 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
  • richard
    Wisconsin •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 24, 2024
    I order the duck dinner < worst I ever had . so tough hard to cut send it back did not eat it they said I could have another dinner but didn't have the time
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    MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
    •
    4.8

Discover best date night restaurants in Lake Forest

For those planning the perfect date night in Lake Forest, the North Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, the dining scene offers a variety of romantic restaurant options that cater to creating a memorable evening. These establishments provide an inviting atmosphere with settings that range from elegant and sophisticated to modern and rustic, ensuring there's a perfect match for every couple's taste. The restaurants in this area are known for their high-quality cuisine, featuring a mix of classic dishes and innovative takes on traditional favorites. Patrons commonly praise the attentive service and the overall dining experience, which makes each location highly recommended for special occasions. Lake Forest's dining scene is characterized by its unique blend of charm and luxury, making it an ideal destination for a romantic outing. Whether you're in the mood for an exotic, nostalgic meal or a modern, healthy cuisine, the restaurants here promise a delightful date night filled with flavors and good memories. Choose Lake Forest for your next date night and indulge in an experience that combines great food with a love-enhanced atmosphere.

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