50 Best American Restaurants near Winnetka

“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!!“

“Cool place excellent service!!!“

“I had looked at the menu before I came here so I knew I wanted The Cuban Sandwich when I arrived. It was fast and fresh. The meat was mouth watering! Was the best Cuban I ever had. I was not expecting this. Hoping for goodness.. but the best!! ???. The service was fast and friendly.
I give this place 5⭐️
Jerry (the pigeon) gives it 5.5⭐️“

“Muy rico todo me encanta el cafe“

“We went last night for the first time… Great menu options, food was delicious, portions were perfect, staff was really nice. I had the Grilled Salmon, he had the Braised Pork Shoulder…definitely recommend both.“

“Super…Great service from Ashley!!“

“Great food, family friendly!“

“I recently dined at Fry Chicken 'N Fries, and it was an outstanding experience. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between cozy and stylish, with warm lighting and rustic decor that creates a welcoming atmosphere.

The service was fantastic; The staff were attentive and knowledgeable, making great recommendations and ensuring we had everything we needed throughout the meal.

What really stood out was the overall vibe of the place. It felt like the perfect spot for both a special occasion and a casual dinner with friends.

I can’t wait to return to Fry Chicken 'N Fries and explore more of what they have to offer. Highly recommend!“

“Today was my first time trying this place and I was impressed with my big and delicious Merkts cheeseburger and waffle fries. I'm definitely going back to try other things. The staff was very friendly and helpful, too. I was too hungry to remember to take pics.“

“One of my favourite breakfast spot! They have grits!!“

“our friend/landlord brought us to you all and it was so good and fresh and juicy and it was the best food I've ever had in a long time! I really recommend this place!!“

“Met for a brainstorming session…their coffee is a catalyst for sure! Great selection of healthy options with just enough sinful options to keep it balanced!“

“Best burgers in the area!“

“Small and mighty. Had a fantastic bacon cheese burger and fries! Much needed in our neighborhood. My new spot.“

“My Aunt Marcia Hoffman turned 90 and is a rehab center where she is confined to her room . We wanted to do something special so we call Scotty’s and the made a meal to order for pick up. It worked out great and she loved it . Thank you Scott and the entire staff for making her 90th as special as it could be under the circumstances !“

“Been only for breakfast but always excellent. Great service and good food. What more could you ask for. And good prices too!“

“great food, friendly staff, excellent customer service“

“Had a short but super nice visit. 10/10 friendly and awesome people. $5 Mimosa get in my belly. Will visit again, will rave about it to anyone who will listen.“

“I FINALLY have a NEIGHBORHOOD spot that I call my own !!! My GO TO restaurant ! And that saying a lot with as many great restaurants as Chicago has ! But I LOVE ❤️ the BYG and often go here several times a week ! Great food , friendly service and NICK and his family are Awesome !

Parking: Free parking lot for customers and plenty of parking! Pull in front right up to the door and walk in !

Kid-friendliness: Friendly family atmosphere and even some special menu items and sizes for kids !

Wheelchair accessibility: Very accessible ! Zero steps !“

“Had a great dinner here before our concert at Ravinia. Our server, Tobyn, was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. We had the Roasted Beets with goat cheese fritters, the Rigatoni, and the Eggplant Flatbread. It was all delicious!! And what a fun winelist.“

“We have visited Cooper Hawks in Morton Grove several times, sometimes for drinks and appetizers and sometimes for dinner and drinks, we have never had a bad experience. Great food and drinks, but we have been able to experience the same waitress Lori P. She is the best great personality food and drinks fast…… she is totally awesome. Thank you Lori for making our experience at Morton Grove Cooper Hawks great! See you next week.“

“Such great service (Alex) and food! Fantastic time and we were a large group.“

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

“Our favorite restaurant,great food and our server Karen B. Was fantastic!“

“We went to the City's Edge and were served by "Princess Allison". She makes us call her that or she won't serve us. I had the Nachos with Chicken - absolutely delicious!“

“A decently inexpensive place to go if you're craving some breakfast! The menu is pretty delectable overall, save for a few misses. I wouldn't recommend diverging from the classic's here. The service is quick and attentive, leaving no real room for complaint. Finally, for atmosphere, this establishment perfectly embodies the feelings of a small town diner. Decorative walls, booths all around, and a cozy place to be“

“First time at Valley Lodge Tavern and it was an outstanding experience. Cozy atmosphere, great service, top notch management, impressive menu and food. Thank you!“

“Love Valley Lodge. It's just nice enough to feel like a semi-elegant dinner out and just casual enough to feel like a cozy neighborhood tavern. The Porch is awesome, feels kind of northwoodsy. And, it's much quieter than the front/bar area. Food is always excellent.“

“Whether you’re from Mars or Venus, if you ask yourself, “When we go out to eat, what do I do?” then Ten Mile House is for you. Cool artwork, good food and great tunes if the owner is there.“

“Great little diner, huge portions, and the food was so good. We had the hash plates, biscuits and gravy, their special french toast, pancakes, and it was all delicious. We went Saturday morning and it was definitely the old folks time but it wasn't too busy and the food came out quickly. If I'm ever back in Chicago, I will be back.“

“Perfect little spot to enjoy some good food. I came in with my friend for the first time, not knowing what to get. Not sure the names but the food was absolutely delicious. Decent price for big portions. The service was amazingly and super friendly. Definitely give this place a try.“

“After a long day of travel, we were welcomed by Sid our amazing server! He made delicious suggestions and made sure we enjoyed them. Amazing service!“

“I had the mac and cheese with the steak on top absolutely divine🤍“

“We stopped by on a Saturday afternoon to grab a bite. The service was fast and the server (owner?) was really nice. I got a chicken Marsala, it was fresh and delicious. I also enjoyed an espresso. Hrana i usluga su odlične!“

“Grilled cheese with gyro meat was amazing!! There were 11 of us in our group! Service was super friendly and extremely fast! We will be back on our next trip!“

“Great atmosphere and the food was excellent esp the ribs. Thank you for the hospitality!“

“Very personable people, a family owned restaurant with excellent breakfast/ brunch menu and decent for lunch as well. Ordered chilaquiles with chicken. It was awesome. Service was excellent. Would go there anytime esp for brunch

Parking: Parking is on the backside on Deerfield road“

“Don’t order the short rib mini sandwiches! They were 90 percent fat. When I informed the waitress she indicated that there is always fat on those sandwiches. My sandwich was mostly grizzle and fat. My friend had the same thing but hers at least had some meat.“

“Awesome food and service. Excellent drinks and cocktails!“

“Vincent is a wonderful place. Love the food and frequently live performers as well.“

“Let me point out one key detail to why the hotdogs are so good at u dog u. Take a really good look at the photos that I’ve posted. you see that end of that hotdog you see how it’s twisted you see how it overhangs the bun well those are all great signs. Have a wonderful delicious hotdog. Also, I would like to point out the toppings sauerkraut ,sport peppers. These are the two things that we really should have on every single Chicago style hotdog and the only ketchup you see insight is on them fries and let me say ,them fries were crispy delicious warm in the center just the way you expected crinkle cut fries to be. they have mastered the art of the Chicago style hotdog and the crinkle cut fry.

Parking: It’s certain times of a day it might be a little difficult to get a prime spot so you might have to walk about 25 to 50 feet to the door but man is that walk worth it and you’re gonna need it once you leave because the food is so damn good!

Wheelchair accessibility: All the tables are wheelchair height and all the chairs can be moved to accommodate anyone in a wheelchair“

“Wow! What a fantastic meal. We came in to eat after craving fries; we were excited to see a mountain of fries on our plates. The smash burger was great too. There is indoor and outdoor seating, and while we were there, there were a lot of carry out orders. The service was great and the place itself was nice. We will definitely be back!“

“Always a wonderful meal at Meg’s. Food, service, ambience, staff....all are outstanding!!!! A true treasure in Glencoe!!!“

“Shavaonne is one of the sweetest and nicest servers I have come across“

“Local craft beer, seafood“

“SO MUCH FUN! I absolutely enjoyed working a lovely wedding reception at Pinstripes! As a vendor I see so much. Gerald, Nicole, and ALL of the staff on scene and behind the scenes were accommodating, considerate, and professional to the family & guests. I’m just a vendor, but yes they were just as hospitable to me too! Amazing night, full of nothing but good vibes! Keep creating unforgettable memories, Pinstripes !“

“Evans place is phenomenal. There is nothing more to say..I've had a lot of there choices and nothing has disappointed. I really enjoy the kabob dinner. Very tasty and always filling. Don't forget about the side of homemade baklava for dessert either lol Made w care and you tell they put time into every plate they make. Would totally recommend trying this place for your next meal“

“Siempre había sido una buena experiencia,pero hoy me encontré dos cabellos ,uno en la coslaw y otro en mi sándwich.el servicio bien.Pero solo no regreso y ya.“

“Had brunch in this bright restaurant run by Missacordia Home. Brunch served buffet style so you could pick what you liked, or you can order from menu. Servers include residents from the Home. Big dessert selection.

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible - ramps, wide aisles, tables that wheelchairs can get close to.“

“We loved the dome experience! It was great service! The dome was decorated for St Patrick’s Day and it had blankets and pillows with heaters. It was awesome“