Restaurants near Third Lake

“Stopped in after golf. Great atmosphere, fantastic service and excellent food. Hope to come back when in the neighborhood!”

“Very fresh and good food.”

“Absolutely amazing breakfast pizza, had it for the 1st time Christmas morning, highly recommend for when you have family together”

“Our server is a Kenosha teacher & I forgot her name. In our party we had 5 teachers so this was cool to us.... She took the painstaking measure of splitting the check 3 ways...!”

“Food is always great! They make your order fast and you're on your way to enjoy the tasty meal. Never had a bad experience there, always good tasting food. Will retur foe sure.”

“Great service and understanding staff. My daughter accidentally knocked over her drink. The manager, Jess, was very kind and made my daughter feel at ease (who was embarrassed for spilling her drink). Jess even had another drink made for my daughter, she didn’t have to, and she cleaned the floor immediately. Great service and staff.”

“Trivia nights, high -end drink selections”

“What a deal. Bought some ice cream pints. Variety of flavors. Excel experience.”

“All day every day. Clean bathroom and killer donuts even late at night.”

“Best grow store I’ve been to in a long time. Flower Testing was quick. Fully stocked on anything you might need from a tent grow to a full room. The owner is also amazing and answered all my questions”

“CM Chicken in Vernon Hills is an absolute gem. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere and music set the perfect vibe, and the lovely gentleman who always serves me makes every visit feel welcoming and personal. I recently discovered this location and I’m already in love—this is my second visit just this week.

You must try the honey garlic chicken (it’s incredible), unless something else on their impressive 10-sauce menu catches your eye—honestly, you can’t go wrong. Everything I’ve had has been fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked.

I truly hope to enjoy this spot for a very long time. Do yourself a favor and stop by to support this fantastic Korean restaurant. Highly recommended!”

“Clean Friendly Cocktails Atmosphere Delicious From start to finish it was fantastic! ALL OF IT! Even had the right music selection. 3 of us and we were all so happy with our meals. Pork loin, ravioli and naan nini 6 beverages appetizers and desserts. Attention to details and her palate of flavors is spot on.”

“Awesome environment and favorite place to get tacos!!!”

“One of my favorites!Always amazing. Beef Shwarma plate is my favorite.”

“Party of 10 drove 3 hours up and 3 hours back just to try Big Ed’s BBQ. It was worth it! All of the food was delicious and the staff was delightful!”

“The food is incredible. The employees are always on their game. The space is clean and pleasant. Check out this little gem if you are looking to try somewhere new.”

“Modern decor, great service, excellent meal. Nice couples place. Not sure what to get? Our server gave us great recommendations. Will be back.”

“Hidden in plain sight in Lake Villa, this Italian restaurant is the kind of unassuming neighborhood gem critics quietly root for. It isn’t flashy, it isn’t loud, and it doesn’t pretend to be anything other than what it is: a place that consistently serves excellent food at fair prices. In the Lakes region—where Italian options can feel uneven—this spot rises confidently to the top. On my most recent visit, I was seated immediately at a corner table, a small but meaningful luxury in an age of hour-long waits. The dining room, typically hushed enough for actual conversation, again delivered one of its underrated pleasures: a peaceful meal without the intrusive din that plagues so many suburban restaurants. Service followed suit—friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to help, never hovering or rushing. The kitchen remains the star. My spaghetti with vodka sauce was outstanding—rich, balanced, and among the best renditions I’ve had anywhere in the region. Other entrées at the table echoed the same strengths: sauces with clarity and depth, pastas cooked with confident restraint, portions generous without tipping into excess. Cocktails, too, arrived promptly and properly mixed, further reinforcing the sense of a kitchen-and-bar team that takes pride in their craft. If there is a shortfall, it lies in the ambiance. The room carries a certain charm, but the décor feels a step behind the quality of the food. A refresh of tables, finishes, and overall presentation would elevate the experience from very good to genuinely special. The warmth is there—the aesthetics simply haven’t caught up yet. Even so, the value proposition is undeniable. For reliably excellent Italian cuisine, low noise, easy seating, earnest service, and honest pricing, this restaurant more than earns its “highly recommended” status. It is, in every meaningful way, Lake Villa’s little culinary treasure.”

“I’m embarrassed to say I just ate at Shawarma King #1 for the first time. It was absolutely delicious! The staff were very friendly and the food was outstanding. So much flavor!”

“I’ve been to Burt’s Deli several times in the past 10 years. Every time is the same time. That’s the magic of Burt’s, you know what to expect. It is a small place filled with all the sights and sounds of an authentic city deli tucked away at the end of a large shopping center in Libertyville. The food is magnificent, very tasty, and plentiful. Whats my favorite order? Of course, it’s the Yummi! You cannot go wrong with that one.”

“I was the lucky one to win a red envelope from BBQ Productions & Station 51 Truck Co Bar & Grill. Jeff was amazing & extremely helpful! I freakin love my Louisana Founder Series Smoker! Thank you!!!!!”

“Very fast and pleasant service, along with amazing food served here. 10/10 best restaurant I’ve been to in Grayslake! Sat down at 7:45, watched our food and drinks made be served before 8. Every costumer that came in was treated with the same welcoming, friendly, and FAST service. Will be returning as this is our new favorite spot. 💞”

“The bread is out of this world. My personal favorite is the seeded. The pastries are also very good. What a treasure.”

“The VERY BEST fried chicken I've EVER had. The corn fritters were like candy! And dont pass up the garlic mashed potatoes!! Dirty rice too? ON POINT!!”

“Love the atmosphere and the owner family's recipes from Italy. Can't wait to go back for more..”

“great food , fast service ,”

“Mixto has the greatest staff. They are accommodating and friendly. I've had breakfast and lunch there and it's always been tasty and well presented. This place is a hidden gem. Once you go you will definitely return.”

“I met a group of friends here for breakfast and was very pleased with the food and service. This is a small family owned businesses that is celebrating thier 45th anniversary. Let that sink in ... This family has been serving the community for 45 years. Felisha was our server. She was kind and friendly, provided excellent service, miraculously she remembered everyone's name at our table, lol, and even had a few good jokes up her sleeve. Thank you for the great service, Felisha! My compliments to the chef for cooking my poached eggs perfectly just the way I ordered them. And the hash potatoes were honestly some of the best I've had. 5 STARS across the board.”

“Delicious house-made salsas - some with a great kick if you’re up for it. Lovely people.”

“Amazing service ! Bar tender Jimmy was absolutely great. My boyfriend and I stopped by for a quick drink and soup before the movies and had a Good time thanks to him!”