Best Lunch Restaurants in Highwood

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1. Miramar

4.8

Exceptional(1752)

Price: Moderate

• French • Highwood

Booked 23 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.

2. Disotto

4.7

Exceptional(1304)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 35 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.

3. Froggy's

4.5

Awesome(1038)

Price: Expensive

• French • Highwood

Booked 15 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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4. Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7

Exceptional(1377)

Price: Expensive

• Vietnamese • Lake Forest

Booked 56 times today

Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of Lake Forest’s lively Market Square District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations. Please be advised that we do not hold an indoor reservation for all patio reservations. We cannot guarantee a table inside if you wish to move.

5. Di Pescara

4.6

Exceptional(5737)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Northbrook

Booked 85 times today

A contemporary favorite on the North Shore, Di Pescara specializes in meticulously selected, seafood, hand-rolled sushi, and a satisfying range of Italian and global specialties. The setting is modern, with animated, lively dining rooms, private party rooms, and an intimate, well-stocked bar. Chef-Partner Francis Brennan brings a modern approach to traditional dishes with results such as Ginger BBQ Salmon, Oven Roasted Fish, and house made Gnocchi. With both innovative specials and small bite desserts, Di Pescara will satisfy all appetites any day of the week. Open for lunch and dinner daily, we offer convenient carryout and boast 3 private dining rooms seating 14 to 140 people.

6. Bluegrass

4.8

Exceptional(2584)

Price: Moderate

• American • Highland Park

Booked 14 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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7. Rosebud - Deerfield

4.5

Awesome(1958)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Deerfield

Booked 43 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.

8. Francesca's North

4.3

Awesome(1893)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Northbrook

Booked 46 times today

Francesca’s North opened it's doors in 1995 and instantly became the hottest spot on the North Shore. Francesca’s North features the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria, and Lazio.

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9. Francesca's Intimo

4.6

Exceptional(1711)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lake Forest

Booked 41 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.

10. Cafe Dacha

4.9

Exceptional(174)

Price: Moderate

• Eastern European • Highland Park

Booked 6 times today

South Ukrainian, Eastern European kitchen features authentic, homemade dishes from Slavic nations, serves select wines and handcrafted cocktails.

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DOUGLAS
Washington, D.C. Area •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our birthday lunch today was very special with Gaby our server who was friendly and helpful. Food was excellent and plenty, no room for dessert.
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Chicago / Illinois •60 reviews
5.0
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BarbVIP
Chicago / Illinois •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fabulous food and wines. The service is always good. Save room for dessert! The chocolate mousse cake is phenomenal! Everything there is great. Perfect for a fun night with friends, celebrations, or romance!
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LindaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
We had a fantastic time downstairs in the wine cellar. The food was fantastic, the wine perfect, and service was spectacular! A great place for our “Girls Night Out”
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MeredithVIP
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
Our food was delicious! The mussels are my favorite. I had a pomegranate martini, even though they make an amazing Mojito, and it was perfect. Great service and the perfect girls night before heading out on the town in Highwood. Highly recommend 💕
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MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
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4.8

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63 restaurants available nearby

1. Miramar

2. Disotto

3. Froggy's

4. Le Colonial - Lake Forest

5. Di Pescara

6. Bluegrass

7. Rosebud - Deerfield

8. Francesca's North

9. Francesca's Intimo

10. Cafe Dacha

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