Restaurants near Bristol

“Good food, been coming here since I was a kid and amped up how often I come the past year. Fish fry rocks, servers are nice, some funnier than others but none are rude. Always consistent, car shows are fun, great people, free admission and a good spot.”

“Food is ALWAYS � tasty! They deliver right to our sites making it so convenient for our customers too!”

“Great Food! Great atmosphere and Great service! Highly recommended!”

“Gotta get those jalapeño poppers and a burger!!!!!! So so so good!”

“love there pizza and you cant get unlimited toppings”

“Excellent service and food. Love the farm to table business model and that all artwork is local, for sale, and the money goes to the artist with no restaurant commission. Menu is unique and changes seasonally. Will eat here again for sure.”

“Service was amazing today! Three employees ran behind the counter to put together sandwiches for my family. All were extremely nice and happy!”

“Best local restaurant around. Freshest ingredients, even get pork and beef from local farms. Some of the best food we've ever paid for.”

“Really enjoyed our visit to MBC. Our bartender, Christian, was spot on. She answered my many questions quickly and correctly. A small mix-up in my order was remedied immediately. Good draft selection. (32 0z. option, mmm). Cheese curd sampler outstanding. The two of us almost couldn't eat more. Glad we did, though. Double patty smash burger, yummy. Three bacon choices, yummy. (Think large Steak and Shake, but GOOD). Fresh cut fries, battered fries, and tons of menu choices. 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.”

“We went to El Camino to celebrate the Birthday of my son's fiancé. We had a great time. The food was delicious and seeing there were 12 of us we had a good variety of menu items. Everyone loved it. our waitress Emma was a pure delight. It was pretty busy when we got there and she never missed a beat. Very friendly, attentive, and prompt. Great food,service, and atmosphere. we highly recommend.”

“Enjoyable place to eat. Kind staff and good food

Parking: The parking is very cramped and annoying but overall I would say it is worth it just to be able to eat here.

Kid-friendliness: Nice atmosphere and good decorations. There are modern elements like tablets to order on and displays of the cookies.

Wheelchair accessibility: Can roll wheelchair, might have trouble because of the curb but overall, not hard for wheelchairs.”

“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.”

“I love this place. Coffee is excellent, food is good and the people are the absolute best. I live near Olive Garden on Hwy 11 but will drive all the way out to the Grove just to go to Just Brew It.”

“Highly recommend! Wow. What an experience at The Vegas Cafe in Antioch, Illinois. The food and drinks were excellent. We had the stuffed French toast, a skillet, pancakes, strawberry waffles, and a breakfast wrap. For drinks, we ordered hot chocolate and iced tea and everything was delicious. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and the staff is truly amazing. From the hostesses to our server to the bussers, everyone was hardworking, kind, and genuinely caring. You could feel it right when you walked in. They wanted you there and treated you so well. Then there is the owner, Helen. She is an absolute gem. She introduced herself and spent time talking with us about her family, the business, and getting to know us. Even before she mentioned she was the owner, you could tell by the way she carried herself and interacted with guests. She clearly cares about her staff and her customers. When Helen found out we were there celebrating my mother’s birthday, she went above and beyond. My mom is still talking about it. We are so thankful to our server Callie, the owner Helen, and everyone at The Vegas Cafe. Thank you all for such a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back.”

“We just stopped in passing thru town today- such a cute little shop, super friendly, and AMAZING cheesecake! We’ll make it a point to visit more often. Recommend!”

“Fantastic hidden gem in down town Paddock Lake, I had the Tacos de Barbacoa, succulent slow cooked shredded beef tacos. highly recommend if you want authentic Mexican food. we will visit again.”

“All is great and deli you walk in their makes you feel like a kid”

“FANTASTIC first experience! The staff was very welcoming and helped me navigate where everything was. Highly recommend!”

“Fast Service, Great Staff, the owner is great”

“Best chicken tenders and fries around!! Love that they come to DS twice a week!!”

“Excellent service, we were waited on by Esme and she was attentive, happily answered any questions we had about the menu and made sure we never had to ask for anything. The drinks were top notch and the food blew us away. We have lunch for at least another day. We were 6 hours away from home and just picked a place for breakfast, but if we lived close we would be regulars.”

“10 out of 10”

“Fantastic food! Excellent service! Welcoming atmosphere! Family friendly! Homemade desserts! We will be back!”

“💯 recommend Charlie's Place. Charlie and her team go above and beyond for their customers. The food has generous portions and reasonable prices. Recently had their Large House Salad - with grilled chicken. It is always made fresh with fresh crisp ingredients and made to order. Also, Hannah did a great job with delivery! Always friendly and professional.”

“Great place and great people. Love their Red Lager and met my future wife through Harbor Brewing.”

“first timer, everything was top notch. Great staff and service. Had the ribeye was done perfectly sides were great. Owner stopped by for a chat, great guy. Will definitely be our go to place for fine dining.”

“My husband and I have enjoyed our dinners here for 45 years. Similar menu and same receipes. We celebrated our wedding rehearsal dinner here. Our favorite restaurant for our anniversary and birthdays, the best restaurant for Friday fish fry in the state of Wisconsin!”

“We have not had a bad meal here yet! Everything from the chicken fingers made fresh to order, to the chili that warms you up we highly recommend trying it all! We love the amazing service and friendly people”

“Fresh ingredients, friendly staff and the food tastes amazing!”