50 Best Salad Restaurants near Highland Park

“Sally's Nuts is a little gem in Ravinia! The nuts are great, just the right amount of sweet and high quality ingredients. I love all of the different gifting options. You MUST try the toffee, YUM! Kari is great to work with and always sweet with my kiddos.“

“Best healthy and delicious food options at the airport !“

“Great place to get dinner for the family.“

“Best scones! Excited to visit in February!“

“Wonderful way to enjoy dinner before the concert“

“was fast and tasty,people were friendly and polite.“

“Yummy burgers and fries! We had fried pickles too“

“Alway a great dining experience. One of my all time favorites !!“

“Had a private party here to celebrate my 50th birthday 🎉 All the guests loved the atmosphere. Everyone raved about the food and drinks 🥰 Their attentive service was much appreciated. Fabulous experience!!“

“Excellent food .Meat are tender and juicy.Pork belly taste like Philippine liempo.The macaroni salad is pretty good.👍“

“Have eaten here several times. The last time I went was in a weekend and I ate the Schnitzel on challah special. It was fantastic! A must try.“

“This place is amazing! The salads are delicious, nutritious and filling. We look forward to coming here as often as possible and recommending it to every veggie lover out there!!“

“We came to Sophia Steak for our anniversary and had a great server- Carol. She took care to help me with my dietary needs and made the meal so special. They gave us a little champagne toast and special anniversary menus. It was all the little touches that make it perfect. And then there’s the steak! Next level taste, quality and sides. We highly recommend!“

“This was our second time here, and everything was fantastic! Flores and Joshua were incredible, and the entire experience was amazing. From the food to the service, everything was great! It’s always such a treat, and we’re looking forward to returning!“

“Long time customer because Pairie Joe's food, art work and service has brought so much joy to Evanston. I have brought many friends and family here not to mention eating here before Northwestern Game Days! Thank you for 30 years of being a wonderful cornerstone in the community!“

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Had a great experience at Just Salad! I ordered the Cilantro Lime Chicken and a PB Protein, and everything was really good and fresh. Gladys was especially helpful and made the experience even better. She was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was taken care of. Definitely appreciate the great service and will be coming back!“

“Best dumplings I’ve ever tasted!“

“Tasty food! Fried calamari was just perfect! & Shrimp tacos were very authentic! Our waitress Ana was so friendly and welcoming . My family and I will be back!“

“The food has been great and the service, too! Prices good Generous portions!“

“Foodstuffs is quite fabulous! From their soups to sandwiches to prepared foods, you can’t go wrong with everything fresh and delicious. And be sure to get their Courtney’s tuna salad - the best!!!

The Glencoe location is a bustling place and they have a wider variety than the Evanston location (which I also highly recommend).

And did I mention the desserts?! Lots of scrumptious options!

Along with the wonderful food, the customer service is excellent!

Well deserved 5 stars! *****“

“It is so refreshing to meet an owner who is actively present in his restaurant. Mark Salmon enthusiastically and creatively arranged for my friend and I to dine outside (our request), despite the rain. We stayed dry under umbrellas and thanks to Sandra, our amazing waitress, we celebrated my birthday with fine food (impressive menu choices and food presentation) and great company! It was my first time dining at 501 Local and this restaurant met and exceeded my high standards in every way! It is a hidden gem and our new fav restaurant. Highly recommend!!“

“Great service! Fun atmosphere!!“

“We stopped today as a family for pizza before hitting up all the Home Alone sites. The pizza was incredibly delicious! The staff were friendly and the building itself was small and cozy. Fast service too! The neighborhood is delightful as well! Would absolutely stop again when in the area.“

“Everything about this place is awesome. The service, the speed, and most importantly, the food. Everytime I've ordered from here, the pizza is hot and tastes amazing. While there's no indoor seating, the service is faster here than in other places in the area if you order pick up or delivery.

Plus, I love how for every pizza you get, you get a card. You collect 10 of those cards, and you get a pizza (ANY size or toppings) for half off! Northshore is seriously one of the best pizza places I've done business with. I highly recommend them if you're in the area!“

“I will drive across the state for the fries with garlic aioli. Yummy!!“

“Carry out was outstanding! Helped tide us over until we are all able to eat here and in all restaurants again! 👍🏼“

“It is my MUST EAT restaurant once I make it to Chicago. This was my first visit to the branch. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and helpful. Food & service is very good and quick.

I ordered MANSAF, because it is made only on FRIDAYS. The cold appetizers and freshly baked bread made my day 😊. Food portion is good value. Upon checking out, we were served complimentary arabic coffee— that taste like home“

“fantastic service convenience location the chili is excellent“

“We tried this pizza place last night and were not disappointed!! Delicious!!! We have always been a Lou Malnati’s fan but wanted to try a smaller business. WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!!!“

“Francesco's Hole in the Wall is one of those restaurants that reminds you what dining out used to feel like. Every dish is made with care. Nothing is over-seasoned or trying too hard. Everything is balanced. The pasta tastes fresh and homemade, cooked perfectly every time. The tomatoes taste like tomatoes, the herbs are fresh, and every dish feels light instead of weighing you down.

The atmosphere isn't fancy, and that's exactly why it works. It feels like stepping back in time. They somehow fit what feels like 60 people into a space that's about 25 by 25 feet. The tables are small, everyone's close together, and somehow it all works. There isn't a menu at your table either. You walk over to a giant handwritten board, take a picture with your phone, and order from that. It's part of the experience.

The service is what really impressed me. It feels like everyone has worked there forever. The owner is there, watching everything, and the staff runs like a well-oiled machine. Plates disappear as soon as you're finished, silverware is replaced without asking, food comes out quickly, and they somehow keep all those small tables organized without making you feel rushed or cramped.

This is a great place for a birthday, anniversary, or just a really good Italian meal. They don't take reservations, so you have to decide if you're willing to wait. After eating here, the answer is easy. Absolutely. I'd wait every time.“

“This is one of the best Mexican Cuisine Restaraunts I have ever had , very authentic. We had the quesabirrias and they were so good. Fresh food served here . Our server Gina was the best . Since we walked in she had a smile on her face , Her attitude and positiveness caught my attention. I had a wonderful fast service with Gina . I will definitely recommend this place to my friends . Thanks to Gina and the restaraunts amazing food I will definitely come back !“

“I wanted to give this location props for their lunch on 8/17. Walking in around 1pm, I could tell they had had their butts handed to them and were obviously understaffed. However, in my perspective they were handling the hangry customers very well, were staying calm and the staff that was present seemed to know what they were doing. The only reason for 4 stars is because and (this has happened more than once at this location) rather than suggesting I try my Pesto Cavatappi with pork, they tell me it comes with pork, which is not true. There is an additional charge for any meat on this bowl.“

“This is really a wonderful restaurant. The price point is excellent and the value for money superb. The food was really, really good, and we all enjoyed our meal. The skirt steak, the lamb chops, the beet salad and the ceviche. The poached pear is something different (not sweet at all) and the chocolate cake was very tasty. And for 10 bucks you get a really solid pour of wine (probably around 9 oz), which is just unheard of in a restaurant. Service was good and we really enjoyed ourselves. Highly recommend you try this new place. They deserve to be more busy. It’s new and people need to get the word out.“

“Today was the first time I have ever Ben in a Portillo’s Restaurant, first time I have ever had an Italian beef sandwich. I have a Lotta friends in Fort Myers who go all the way to Tampa to get this sandwich and they continue to tell me how good it is. So this evening we decided to go to Portillo since I was visiting on my grandkids and my daughter and son-in-law, I really enjoyed that Italian beef sandwich. There are a lot of other good things on the menu, but that was what I was there for. Unfortunately, they do not have a Portillo’s Station FortnMyer Florida. I can only hope that one day they will build it there.“

“I’ve been here many times and enjoy it because ingredients are fresh, but service is very slow today and not very busy but a couple of servers were working at a snail’s pace. Never was greeted, never a smile and never looked at me except for the gentleman who was taking care of a woman who talked and talked and talked. There were 4 staff that pretty much kept to themselves. My online order took more than 20 minutes and it was ready but the 2 women didn’t want to be at the register to find out what I wanted. The Northbrook location is quite different.“

“My wife has been ordering her solo pizza from here for years. I never quite understood it. Then I found out that they had vegan cheese. I am now a devout Sarpinos addict. Their crust is tasty, crispy and somehow soft all at once. Their toppings are fresh and tasty. Delivery is super fast AND hot. There simply is NO better pizza in the Chicago area.“

“My daughter loves this place. She can still pick her meal from the kids menu and I stick to the never ending salad and soup. I never finish the pasta and always eat a lot of salad before the entree arrives lol I do occasionally treat myself to an entree when I have a craving for pasta. Service has always been exceptional.

Update: We love the neverending pasta promo! My daughter has aged out of the kids menu and loves it when this promo comes along. We love to try an the different kind of combinations! Still a favorite to come to celebrate her birthday!“

“We had a 30th high school reunion meet up at the Caldwell Grille last night. Mayra and Bridget were awesome with our group the whole evening. They were very accommodating for our group that kept expanding, friendly, and professional. The food and drinks were also great.“

“Excellent service! Great Italian sandwich and good macaroni and cheese!“

“I cannot say enough great things about Naf Naf Grill! Iplaced a large order at the last minute, and the team went above and beyond to pull everything together incredibly quickly. Not only was the service outstanding, but the food was absolutely delicious!

A HUGE shoutout to Jose, who was incredibly helpful, accommodating, and made the entire experience seamless. His customer service was truly exceptional, and he made what could have been a stressful last-minute order feel effortless.

It’s rare to find a place that delivers both amazing food and this level of customer service. I couldn’t be more impressed and would highly recommend Naf Naf Grill to anyone! 10 out of 10 — I will absolutely be back!“

“Mediterranean power bowl w/tofu instead of chicken“

“Very good sandwiches 🥪 I have“

“The food here is fantastic, except for the fries which are really thick potato slices. They used to have the best thin, crispy fries (chips) but no more. Hence the reason for only 4-stars.

The lady working was very friendly, making me feel like I was a regular despite it being my first visit to this location. The food was hot, fresh, as ordered and most importantly, delicious. The in-house baked pitas are like eating a cloud of heaven.“

“The restaurant is cool and comfortable on a very hot and humid day. The restaurant looks good and smells good. Came to do laundry next door and found this by luck. I have lived on the other side of the world and I have been to Thailand multiple times. This food is excellent. We had teriyaki chicken and tom yum. The nice lady explained it was one of her first days while the owner is in Thailand on vacation. Hopefully they see this and know their restaurant is in good hands!“

“We stayed at the one in Evanston this past weekend in the Home Alone Room! It was truly one for the memory books!“

“Best healthy and delicious food options at the airport !“

“Awesome and we enjoy the food“

“Fantastic chikfila visit.
Very surprised see Chikfila chips
Yes there upcoming expiration clear date
Ppl should be aware.
Yes I enjoyed this chips I bought many
Thanks surprised us new chips design“

“The food here is always good, but I wanted to leave this review because of a young man named Michael. When I came in here with my little two-year-old girl, he helped me so much. Brought our food and made sure she had everything so that we were comfortable. I really appreciate his helpful, friendly demeanor.

When people treat me and my family so well, it makes me want come back again and again“

“I was helped by Kyle and Axl the other night while I was out with my girlfriend. we came in a bit before they closed but they treated us with energy like it was 3pm! my girlfriend got the mushroom soup while I got the lobster and a sandwich. Kyle recommended i try the potato soup which was great and I will be getting next time I come in!“