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“I recently visited this restaurant and had an absolutely fantastic experience! The highlight of the meal was their Board Tacos – hands down one of the most fun and delicious dishes I’ve ever ordered. They come out served on a big board with all the fillings, tortillas, sauces, and toppings laid out beautifully, almost like a “build-your-own” taco moment. It made the meal interactive in the best way — perfect for sharing, or honestly, just enjoying on your own because it’s that good.

The meats were seasoned perfectly, the tortillas were warm and fresh, and the toppings were super flavorful and colorful. You can mix and match everything to make each taco a little different, which made every bite exciting. The presentation alone was impressive, but the taste is what really made it memorable.

The staff was friendly, the atmosphere was lively, and the whole experience felt fun and welcoming. If you’re looking for great Mexican food and something unique to try, definitely order the Board Tacos. I’ll be coming back just for those! 🌮✨“

“Craft distilleries & craft breweries are nearly a dime a dozen these days. Copper Fiddle is worth WAY more than a dozen dimes. If you don’t feel welcomed the moment you walk in the door, you just aren’t conscious. Great place for delicious cocktails & a stellar musical lineup. Commitment to quality achievement unlocked ✅“

“Best bowling alley in the area. Had a great time!!! Definitely a hidden jem!“

“Incredible dining experience! From the moment we stepped in, the atmosphere draws you in. The food, especially the langostinos and mehillines left us smiling throughout the meal. The staff was not only friendly but also added to the warmth of the place. A must-visit for anyone looking for fantastic food and a delightful ambiance!“

“We dined here for Mother’s Day lunch! It was fabulous. It was a bit hectic, as everywhere is on Mother’s Day, but the service was still friendly and top notch. Everyone loved their food. Thanks for taking such good care of us!“

“Repeat customer at Beats and Brunch that exceeded my expectations, again! The attention to detail by GM Eric was outstanding, making our entire brunch experience feel like VIP service. Our server, Zero, was exceptional, and the bar’s drink selection was impressive. The staff was friendly and welcoming across the board. For a more intimate vibe, the Chef’s Table is the perfect spot — but if you want to feel the energy and dance vibes, grab a table by the DJ!“

“I haven't gone to eat in the restaurant yet but we have ordered several times and the food is so good. Definitely would recommend!“

“Stopped for dinner one night with my father. we had oysters, panini and chopped salad. enjoyable evening sitting outside, friendly staff and good food. will come again soon“

“My waiter was good and friendly. I sat in covered patio. I ordered a spring salad with shrimp. blackberries, grapefruit, candied pecans, arugula and berry vinaigrette and a side of Mac n cheese. The salad was missing the pecans but I forgot until I left, I thought something was missing. However, the shrimp was perfectly cooked. The ratio of shrimp to half portion was good. Mac N Cheese was ok. Noodles were undercooked and some still hard/crunchy edges and cheese sauce was just average and a bit gritty/thick. However, I was not expecting my meal to be served with plastic wrapped plastic utensils. a take home box for salad and a take home container for dining in. That was disappointing. the table of eight next to me was a bit shocked too to get their meals in to go cardboard containers.“

“Great place to end a day and start the weekend“

“I chose to celebrate with my classmates from North Chicago Community High School 75' October birthday club. The Brunch food was amazing, staff were so attentive to our requests. Excellent restaurant to gather with family and friends 😀. Thanks Liz for having such a professional staff and top service local restaurant.“

“Excellent food and service. Will definitely be back. Great happy hour options as well.“

“Our food was delicious! We ordered the goat cheese as an app. Our dinner was the Braised short ribs with risotto, And I got the Filet Trio. So yummy!!!“

“Ordered the Quesobirria for the 1st time there and really wasn't disappointed. Very good soup on the side with it. The only thing that needed some flavor was the rice. It was ok, but I did improvised by adding the soup and hot sauce to it to fulfill the plate.“

“Excellent margaritas and enchiladas. The outdoor seating is great. #iraeats“

“I love this restaurant and honestly surprised it's not rated higher. On the weekends this place can get packed. Highly would recommend to anyone that loves authentic mexican food.“

“We had an absolutely wonderful first dining experience at Lago in Lake Zurich. Our server, James M., was wonderfully attentive and truly went above and beyond to make our evening special. We were delighted by the tableside preparation of the caprese salad, which was fresh and absolutely amazing. For our main courses, we had three steaks and a fish entrée, and each was cooked beautifully and tasted delicious. The quality of the food and the skill in its preparation were evident in every bite. This was our first time here, but it certainly won't be our last. We highly recommend Lago for anyone looking for a fantastic meal and exceptional service!“

“I spent 3 nights here. The hotel is really nice in my opinion. First night was a Friday night. Ordered some alcoholic drinks that were really good. The Thai calamari & Louie burger and fries. Food was great, bartenders that night were really great. Second night. Different crew and the restaurant was pretty packed believe the Milwaukee brewers were playing the cubs to wrap up the series. So yea that was the atmosphere of that night vs Friday night super lowkey fast service. Obviously it was harder to get served that night. I got burnt tenders and the wrong food . So I had to return it immediately. Which was already after waiting an extensive time to even get water to our table. So yea took away from the experience overall. Each visit spent over 100$. Oh and I got that chocolate cake dessert, it was nasty. They had breakfast. Breakfast was good . However, we were told that breakfast came with the room. Every morning we went down for it. The morning of our departure we were met at our table (after we already began eating) how we were going to pay for the food. Nobody discussed / disclosed that you had to have a voucher or pay at the desk. We were told at check in it was covered. Obviously had to escalate it . Still felt like an explanation was not clear. I pretty much answered it myself. So the communication of the staff to customer could definitely use some work. Overall stay was good . Hotel was nice and clean. Only took pics of the good looking food from Friday night & the breakfast.“

“I absolutely love this place! I live in Highland Park, so I find myself visiting often, and each time is a great experience. The service is awesome, and the staff is kind. The only thing is that the music is too loud!!!“

“Fabulous experience tonight had Dana as our server .She let us know kitchen was closing soon so we got the Chicken Nachos,they were great .People seldom engage like that anymore ,they just tell you kitchen is done .Was so super thoughtful, advising it was closing soon .Saved us from tacho bell .Couple Son of juices always great end to our night .Made us feel welcomed ,We will be back“

“The first thing you notice is the farm house decor. The menu is American fare with a hint of some southern dishes. The staff is great considering it can get busy after 8:30 am. There’s plenty of parking and weather permitting. They have outside seating.“

“Food and service was amazing!“