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Hackney's on Lake, Glenview, IL

Hackney's on Lake

4.4
4.4
569 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Ever since our great Aunt Bebe starting selling hamburgers and beer on her back porch during Prohibition, Hackney's has been making people happy!

Today we're famous for our big juicy Hackneyburgers on Hackney's Dark Rye® and our one-of-a-kind Hackney';s Original French Fried Onions®. Prohibition may be over, but our beer selling days are not. Hackney's has an ever-changing list of tap beers along with a full-service bar that can whip up any cocktail you can think of.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    2 large lots to choose from. 1 in front on Lake Ave and the second behind the building.You can enter from either E Lake Ave. or access through rear of Glen Oak Center (Waukegan Entrance) between North Shore University Health Center and Staples.Both lots are complimentary self parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Hut Dining at Lake

    $10.00 per party

    Jan 3, 2025 - Mar 23, 2025
    Escape the cold in our new Heated Winter Hut! With cozy seating, a powerful heating system, and fully frosted windows for complete privacy, it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy the winter season in warmth and comfort. Perfect for unwinding, gathering with friends, or just enjoying the snowy views in peace! * Time Limit of 90 minutes * $10 Fee will be added on to the final bill
    Hut Dining at Lake Photo
  • Easter Brunch Buffet

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Hackney is opening its doors for the first time this Easter, and we’ve got something special lined up! We’re serving up a delicious Brunch Buffet with all your favorite seasonal dishes, and to make it even better, there’ll be a Build Your Own Bloody Mary Bar so you can mix up your perfect drink. It’s going to be a fun, relaxed vibe with great food, drinks, and plenty of Easter cheer. Please note: There will be only two seatings available 11am and at 1pm

What 569 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hackney's on Lake is a nostalgic gem, celebrated for its "great food and attentive service." Known for its "delicious Hackney burger" and "famous onion loaf," it offers a warm, old-school atmosphere. Despite mixed reviews about service speed, many find it a "family tradition" worth experiencing.

569 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great food was great Shannon rovers showed up and played

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  2. Sean VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Hackney’s! Always an awesome experience and great food no matter the season.

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  3. Jay

    Chicago11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been coming to this restaurant for over 62 years! It hasn't just remained the same it has gotten better as the menu has expanded. Love the burgers and the onion loaf is to die for!

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  4. Rod VIP

    Chicago698 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wed Noon reservations seated immediately. Good food & service. Onion Loaf to die for!

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  5. Rick VIP

    Chicago49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very nice place to get really good food. Everything is always good.

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  6. Eileen

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was so good. Had the new Smash Burger for lunch and it was delicious! The place is gearing up for St. Patrick's Day with shamrock decor and we had an Irish coffee after our meal to kick off the season! Our server was attentive and so nice and we noticed the great new tables and updated streamlined menus. We are regulars there so enjoying all the upgrades that have happened. Can't go wrong with lunch or dinner here. Plenty of space and tables to accomodate large groups. Also very kid friendly. For a fun, casual restaurant with friendly staff and great food Hackney's is the place. And don't for get to order the old classics like the onion loaf and the Hackney burger on dark rye!!
    Hackney's on LakeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Thank you Eileen for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Smash Burger and got into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with us. It means a lot to hear that our regulars appreciate the updates, and we love being a go-to spot for great food and a welcoming atmosphere. Looking forward to seeing you again soon!

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  7. Kim812 VIP

    Chicago74 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently delicious. A warm comfort to look forward too.
    Hackney's on LakeResponded on February 24, 2025
    Thank you so much! We're thrilled to be a comforting and delicious spot for you. Hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Gary

    Kansas City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Was very excited to go there. The waitress was lovely. They did not have hamburger buns. Was quite surprised a hamburger place was out of buns. They had some excuse for why they did not have buns. How difficult would it be to run down to the local jewel and grab every bun they had. The place is in this disrepair. Overhead fixture was dangling from the ceiling as well as the fan. Food was average.  Was so disappointed and sadly would never go back. I never give bad reviews. This is a 1st.
    Hackney's on LakeResponded on February 24, 2025
    We’re really sorry to hear about your experience with us Gary. Running out of buns is definitely not something we ever want to happen, and we understand how frustrating that must have been. We appreciate your kind words about your waitress and your honest feedback about the food and atmosphere. We know we have some things to work on, and we’re always trying to improve. While we’re disappointed we let you down, we do hope you might give us another chance in the future.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Joe VIP

    Chicago41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love hackneys! Been coming over 50 years. The onion rings are second to none. Keep up the greatness.
    Hackney's on LakeResponded on March 3, 2025
    Wow—50 years! That means the world to us. Thank you for your loyalty Joe and for being part of the Hackney’s family. We’re so glad you still love the onion loaf, and we’ll do our best to keep up the greatness for many more years to come!

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  10. Susan VIP

    Greater Boston26 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The hamburger appears to be a little smaller than it used to be. I guess that’s called inflation.

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FAQs

Hackney's on Lake offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 724-7171.

Hackney's on Lake is rated 4.4 stars by 569 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 26 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Hackney's on Lake

1514 E Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Burgers, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    2 large lots to choose from. 1 in front on Lake Ave and the second behind the building.You can enter from either E Lake Ave. or access through rear of Glen Oak Center (Waukegan Entrance) between North Shore University Health Center and Staples.Both lots are complimentary self parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Delivery & takeout
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