The James
$$ • Wine Bars, American, New American Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout The James
Customers' Favorites
Old Fashioned & Butterfly Lavender
Maple Bourbon Banana Cream Pie
Grilled Portobello Mushroom
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Cheesy Mashed Potatoes
Baked French Onion Soup
Mexican Street Corn
Chicken and Waffles
Potatoes & Caviar
Grilled Swordfish
The James Reviews
244 ratings
Share your opinion about The James
One of our favourite restaurants! Creative, high quality food at reasonable prices. We’ve been to multiple themed dinners there and have always enjoyed them. It’s definitely worth getting the baked brie as an appetizer!
Excellent food with a rotating menu of exquisitely crafted dishes. Wonderful wine selections, and amazing service. This is our favorite restaurant in all of the northwest suburbs! I highly recommend the Sunday brunch, and the weekly specialty Bloody Marys.
We enjoyed the great selection from the pick two menu. We dined inside. Our server was amazing. So bubbly and kind. We are eager to go back. The food was delicious.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 8PM |
The James offers a fantastic dining experience, featuring a team of kind, engaging, and friendly staff who provide exceptional service. The restaurant presents a variety of delicious options, including vegetarian and gluten-free choices, with clearly labeled dishes. The food is exceptional, highlighted by standouts like the Crispy Brie Cheese appetizer, Bourbon corn chowder, and the prime rib dinner. Guests have praised the lobster bisque and the slider appetizer, calling the sliders the best they've ever had. The atmosphere is cozy and scenic, with views of Geneva from inside and out. Many visitors appreciate the comfortable dining rooms that allow for easy conversation, away from the noise of larger spaces. The patio area is spacious and very welcoming with outdoor bar and live music, and the old style house that was converted into a restaurant is at least 100+ years old. With great service, wonderful food, and a welcoming atmosphere, The James is a great choice for any occasion and has become a favorite for many returning guests. Parking can be a hassle, with street parking on 3rd and parking lots on Fulton and James Streets.