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Scotty's on Sheridan
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,224)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, IL
Patio seating when weather permits!Longitud315
Price: Expensive•Latin American•4.7(1,626)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
Miramar
Price: Moderate•French•4.7(1,774)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.Froggy's
Price: Expensive•French•4.5(1,055)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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- RReginaChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoGreat lunch experience - bruschetta appetizer and caesar salad were superb.More infoDisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood•4.7
- GGaryChicago / Illinois •8 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoMy wife and kids really like the place! Great experiences.More infoLongitud315Price: Expensive• Latin American• Highwood•4.7
- CCindyChicago / Illinois •60 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoDinner at Del Rio is eating great Italian food surrounded by people, both patrons and staff, who radiate fun kindness and lots of energy 💃💃💃More infoDel RioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood•4.9
- VVickiVIPChicago / Illinois •31 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI had the fish special, and I completely cleaned my plate! It was delicious! Other things eaten at our table included the grilled calamari, minestrone soup and the special pork chop. Everyone was pleased, and enjoyed. Our server was pleasant, and attentive.More infoBella Via RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Highland Park•4.7
- NNewtoemVIPChicago / Illinois •26 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 18, 2025Great lunch experience! Food and service were excellentMore infoMiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood•4.7
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Waukegan Ave and Sheridan Road -- which offer a number of dining options and run parallel to Lake Michigan -- form a single, long street that runs through the heart of Highwood. This suburb north of Chicago is home to a number of grills and bars as well as a variety of options for international cuisine. You can enjoy Latin American small plates, steak frites at a French bistro, or handmade pasta at an Italian restaurant. With its proximity to the Windy City, you can also find unique takes on the Chicago-style hot dog and Italian beef sandwich. To satisfy your sweet tooth, Highwood's local bakeries offer cupcakes and sweet breads, or you can head to one of the city's ice cream parlors or even a gourmet chocolate shop.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Highwood is Alex's Washington Gardens
The best vegetarian restaurants in Highwood are Longitud315, Froggy's and Scotty's on Sheridan
The restaurants with the best service in Highwood are Alex's Washington Gardens, Scotty's on Sheridan and Del Rio
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Highwood are Alex's Washington Gardens, Del Rio and Scotty's on Sheridan