Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Skokie

20 restaurants available nearby

1. EJ's Place

4.8

Exceptional(1738)

Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 44 times today

Owner, EJ Lenzi, and managers bring over 100 years of combined restaurant experience to Chicago's North Shore. Teamed with a mature, experienced wait staff, and serving the finest food products available, EJ's Place has become the North Shore's premiere supper club. Established since 1997 and selected one of the Chicago Magazine's Best New Restaurants, EJ's menu consists of prime aged steaks and chops, pristine seafood, and traditional Italian specialties. EJ's Place serves only the best, from their family to yours.

2. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3205)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 8 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

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3. Wildfire - Glenview

4.8

Exceptional(11084)

Price: Moderate

• American • Glenview

Booked 161 times today

Step back in time to when going out for dinner meant something really special. From the decor to the jazz music, Wildfire has the style and warmth that makes it perfect for celebrating with friends or a quiet evening for two. The extensive menu features broiled steaks and chops, wood-roasted seafood and roasted meats, all prepared in an open kitchen. Signature dishes include Horseradish Crusted Filet Mignon, Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, Wildfire Chopped Salad and Cedar Planked Salmon. So order a signature martini or one of our many wines by the glass, then sit back and enjoy the 1940s supper club experience of Wildfire.

4. Cafe Touche

4.8

Exceptional(1411)

Price: Moderate

• Bistro • Edison Park

Booked 26 times today

A Classic French Bistro in the heart of Edison Park has been a dream of Executive Chef and owner Joe Calabrese for several years. Joe was professionally trained at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America located in Hyde Park, New York. Before opening his other restaurant, Zia’s Trattoria (located one block west of Café Touché at 6699 N. Northwest Highway) in 1997, he was sharpening his professional – and knife – skills at several well-respected Chicago dining establishments including Ambria, Spiagia, Un Grand Cafe and the Park Hyatt. Joe lives in Park Ridge, a few short miles from the restaurants, so expet to see him in both restaurants assuring a quality experience for his customers. On days off, Joe can be found at home with his wife, Mary Kay and their 3 boys. Reservations by phone: 773-775-0909. The only reservation restrictions are on Friday and Saturday, parties of five or more only. Café Touché is located at 6731 N. Northwest Highway, Chicago (Edison Park), I

5. Daisies Chicago

4.7

Exceptional(176)

Price: Expensive

• American • Logan Square

Booked 79 times today

Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.

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6. Barcocina - Lakeview

4.1

Excellent(948)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 13 times today

Barcocina is a progressive Mexican concept showcasing twists on original Latin flavors. The menu emphasizes shared plates to give our guests the ultimate Eat, Drink, and Socialize experience. Barcocina offers a one of a kind drink menu that features sweet, smoky, and spicy takes on classics, as well as innovative mixology.

7. Sapori Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(4431)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lincoln Park

Booked 69 times today

Cozy Italian Restaurant serving fresh pasta & other authentic Italian dishes in Chicago's Lincoln Park & Lakeview Neighborhoods

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8. Farm Bar - Lakeview

4.7

Exceptional(184)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 42 times today

Farm Bar is a neighborhood farm-to-table restaurant with locations in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We serve approachable midwestern fair with local, organic ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Mineral Point Wisconsin. Stop by for dinner to indulge in our Classic Burger and famous Wisconsin Cheese Curds, or bring the whole family for lunch. Our mixologists behind the bar will happily shake up handcrafted cocktails or pour a glass of local wine to pair with brunch on the weekends. Join us for homestyle cooking, friendly faces and a table that feels like home. We limit our environmental footprint by using a digital menu linked to our tables with a QR code. We understand that some guests may require a paper menu, and one can be provided with a list of standards items upon request. In order to meet added costs from the city, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We understand that rising costs affect our guests too, so we will remove this fee upon request.

9. Eden

4.8

Exceptional(1577)

Price: Expensive

• American • Avondale

Booked 30 times today

Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation. Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.

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10. Port & Park Bistro and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(225)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lakeview / East Lakeview

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Port and Park Bistro & Bar, Lakeview's top-rated, family-owned dining destination located in the vibrant Southport Corridor in Lakeview. At Port and Park, we take pride in offering a unique New American dining experience, where every dish is made from scratch using the freshest ingredients. Our menu features a variety of flavorful options, including savory appetizers, mouthwatering entrees, and indulgent desserts. We complement our cuisine with a carefully curated selection of handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, and fine wines, ensuring there's a perfect pairing for every palate. Whether you're enjoying a leisurely meal with loved ones or unwinding with drinks after a long day, our warm, inviting atmosphere provides the ideal setting for any occasion. Discover why Port and Park is Lakeview's go-to spot for exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming you and making your visit a memorable one!

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Marianne
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We occasionally go to Wildfire in Glenview, Illinois. We have never had a bad experience there. The food is great, the service is great, there is no problem parking, we never wait when we get in, although we always make a reservation. Our most recent trip was for Thanksgiving and the meal was excellent. It is a must try restaurant for sure!
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Wildfire - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
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4.8
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Stanvip
Chicago / Illinois •498 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Impressive every time. They never fail to deliver. Had a quick dinner. EJs slaw and fried shrimp! Two hidden gems on the menu. Service is perfect
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EJ's PlacePrice: Expensive• American• Skokie
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4.8
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Lindavip
Chicago / Illinois •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our favorite French restaurant and now our grandson loves it, too. The bread pudding is the ultimate comfort food!
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Cafe TouchePrice: Moderate• Bistro• Edison Park
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4.8
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OpenTable Dinervip
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Absolutely delicious!! The beet agnolotti was amazing and the rigatoni was delicious too. Highly recommend the onion dip!!
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Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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4.7
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kennethvip
Chicago / Illinois •112 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Appetizers- Shrimp and the crab stuffed peppers were amazingly good! Also, branzino and short ribs were delicious as well. We didnt like the special drink, but besides that the food was great. Service was on point as well. The only thing we dont like about Libertad is you come away smelling like the you were in the kitchen, because in a way you are. Restaurant needs to find a way to keep the smoke from the kitchen out of the restaurant. Dinner was also very pricey. But we will definitely go back
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LibertadPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Skokie
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4.7

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. EJ's Place

2. Libertad

3. Wildfire - Glenview

4. Cafe Touche

5. Daisies Chicago

6. Barcocina - Lakeview

7. Sapori Trattoria

8. Farm Bar - Lakeview

9. Eden

10. Port & Park Bistro and Bar

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