New American Restaurants near Wilmette, IL

“Always reliably and delicious well-made food. I love the salmon with farro, spinach and mushrooms, as well as the chicken pot pie. Great wine list, friendly, professional service and ... FREE PARKING (every city-dweller gets excited about that!)“

“A friend and I met up at this spot after a quick Google search for something halfway. Great spot for a private hangout and fun atmosphere, beautiful views. Although we had reservations outside, it was colder than we anticipated and we were easily accomidated at the bar. We had a great time with Mae! Will return.“

“We came on a Friday night for date night and got the ahi jalapeño appetizer, hubby got the beef bourguignon and beet salad and I had the duck risotto. Everything was absolutely delicious, jalapeños were on the spicy side.We got a table without a reservation quickly and loved the quiet classy atmosphere. Candles & flowers were nice touch. Will definitely be back with the kids! ?“

“Beautiful food and wine. Great atmosphere. Staff that were attentive without being overbearing. Michelin stars. And a 5m walk from the apartment. This could become an expensive habit!“

“The food, the cocktails, and the service were all amazing. Kyle, was wonderful!“

“Great neighborhood spot, great wine selection. Service by Conor was superb. Thomas the server assistant, was so warm and friendly. Those are keepers. Have not tried the wines, but I am French and a sommelier, the wine selection looks great, will come back for that. Highly recommend.“

“A not so hidden gem as of late now that reviews are catching up with the imaginative menu and exceptional dining experience Community Tavern has been consistently providing over the past several years. Menu is full of unique dishes… elevated dumpling and noodles are a signature. Beautifully plated and generous- but not overly. Cocktail menu is fun, with zero proof options that are spot on. Save room for baked Alaska. Oh, and ambiance is chic but allows the focus to be where it belongs. On the food. Upscale West Loop experience in modest Portage Park for a lot less and no pretense.“

“Great food, family friendly!“

“We had a delicious breakfast and the service was Excellent. Looking forward to coming back for lunch and mock tails.“

“Very kind and careful staff cared about our experience from the moment we booked all the way till we left feeling happy and fat. My beautiful bride and I enjoyed their tasting menu with obvious tweaks to her vegetarian diet. Everything was delicious, surprising, and fun. The NA drink pairings were wonderfully inspired and amazing. 11/10.“

“Stopped in for Saturday brunch. Was seated after a short wait. Everything was wonderful… the food was excellent (crazy delicious lemon raspberry brioche French toast), attentive service, and very reasonable prices. Looking forward to going back (want to try the breakfast bread pudding)! I took one star off atmosphere for a bit of noise (acoustics), but it didn’t detract from the overall experience.Parking: Metered street parking“

“Beth M was the most gracious, attentive and thoughtful employee. From the greeting to the final check, she was professional, kind AF, didn’t miss a beat and lemme talk about thorough. She made every customer feel like they were the only customer! That chica deserves a shoutout!Food and bevs - YUMMMMMMM AND vegetarian friendly“

“We had a wonderful dinner last night. Everything was delicious.“

“I recently visited Volo Wine Bar and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations! The ambiance of the patio was simply amazing, providing a perfect setting to enjoy a glass of wine. The happy hour deals were fantastic, offering a wide selection of wines at great prices. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, making the experience even more enjoyable. I highly recommend Volo Wine Bar for anyone looking for a cozy and inviting spot to unwind and enjoy quality wine. A definite 5-star experience!“

“Food is unique and tasteful.“

“Phenomenal breakfast. Brought our two toddlers and they loved the scrambled egg plate and smoothies. Very good omelette sandwich and avocado toast. Highly recommended.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free toastKid-friendliness: Super friendly staff and comfy booths“

“Dance vibes and good food.. recommend the fish tacos“

“The food and the staff were amazing. I will visit again.“

“We were three women. Everything was very nice. The food was perfect. The only thing that bothered my friends was that the asparagus was cold under the salmon. It didn't bother me, but they would have liked it a little warmer. All in all, great experience.“

“Great Food and Friendly Service“

“We had a really nice dinner here a couple days before Christmas. It has a really cozy neighborhood feel and the waiter was super nice. They have a daily happy hour which was awesome, we got mussels and cocktail shrimp for a really good price. It is very family friendly, they were very kind to our toddler. The best thing we ate there among many good things was the apple galette dessert, it was amazing.“

“My steak was great, juicy and delicious, however my Husband's salmon was raw in the middle. Waiter never checked on us, after the food was served. By the time he came around the other 3 people were finished. Mixed feelings about our experience. We dine here frequently, and will return.“

“Wow, this place is AMAZING? Great service, hopping atmosphere, and every single one of our dishes were delicious. We will be making this establishment a regular breakfast place during our Chicago visits! Food ordered was: Breakfast burrito Croissant Sandwich Buttermilk pancakes with a side of crispy bacon!“

“I’m so happy we found this Jamaican restaurant, we’ve been looking in Chicago but haven’t found any we liked.However you must try Tas Eatery you will not be disappointed. I had the oxtails with rice and sweet plantains and a Jamaican beef pattie, mmmm ? As soon as you walk in you feel this great and relaxing atmosphere that you’ll enjoy they even have live music at times.. look at the website for any upcoming events. You can also host a private event, they have space…Last but not least the service from Tanya and Eula was exceptional!!! Love this place I will definitely be coming back!! Thank you Ladies and May God continue to Bless yous!!Vegetarian options: There is a vegetarian dish available…Kid-friendliness: There is a kids menu for the kids that don’t eat Jamaican food.Wheelchair accessibility: You can come right in with your wheelchair with no problems….“

“My boyfriend and I come here frequently and Abigail's never disappoints! It’s our favorite place to eat out because of how exceptional the food and service is. You can tell this is a restaurant that really cares about the experience you have and somewhere you know you are in good hands. It’s pretty rare to not have even a small hiccup at a place you go to a lot, but somehow, they manage to nail it every single time.“

“Amazing food with a very friendly knowledgeable staff! Made my friends birthday sensational!“

“Nice atmosphere for friends and fellowship“

“My husband and I went to Matisse for Restaurant Week. The specialty cocktails and food are very good, with generous portions of food. The service is the best I have experienced in a long time, with the pacing of the food coming out being just right. Water always quickly refilled, the minute you look around like you need something, your server (or other staffer) is asking how they can help. The atmosphere is definitely loud. It is a small space and the tables are close, but it has a wonderful vibe and we spoke to the folks at our neighboring tables at bit. Highly recommend!“

“we still had a great time at our show, very cute place, but the staff was a little bit rude to be honest :-/ not in just a direct/blunt way, but just flat-out rude in sort of a pretentious way is the only way i can put it. people have off days so i’m not discrediting the venue at all!“

“I've been coming here for years and should have written this review sooner. Tied House never disappoints. The incredible food and rotating menu, friendly and fun staff, and overall vibe of the venue make this a perfect place for weeknight locals or weekend dates. The menu features a nice selection of modern takes on classic dishes. This should be a destination location, but I'm lucky to be able to call it a neighborhood spot.“

“While unassuming and a little out of the way, there's nothing better than a restaurant/bar with a small town feel, cheap drinks, and an interesting menu. The bartenders were easygoing and helpful, the other patrons were very chill, and we were able to find our own spot and enjoy the day. We went on a Saturday afternoon/evening and had an excellent time.“

“I was always resistant to trying bar food but my son loves going there with his friends so, I had to give it a try and to my surprise, the food was absolutely amazing. I used to only order the sample platter, steak sandwich and chicken wings but last night I tried their steak fajitas and it was surprisingly spectacular. Their margarita didn't taste as authentic as the food made by authentic Mexicans. However the manager was kind enough to offer me an amazing old fashioned and the bartender nailed it making my experience even more special. I'm not a fan of dive bars but they make you feel very welcome definitely turning into one of my regular places to go!“

“Great food & Wonderful setting!“

“The best experience with the kindest most enthusiastic staff! The whole store feels like a giant hug from the minute you walk in and the prepared food choices are creative and plenty! We bought chef made dinner, ready to go for 2 nights of easy eating and no cooking and it was DELICIOUS!“

“One of our MOST favorite happy places. Such a romantic ambiance, food is made with love, drinks are gorgeous & delicious. We've been countless times and have never had anything that wasn't incredible. Love that Jen, the owner is a local mom and makes you feel so warmly welcomed & appreciated.“

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

“Fun time, friendly staff and fun patrons“

“I would NOT recommend this place to anyone. I think this place is very biased. I have a very bad experience from Lady Gregory's. ........more to follow!“

“My first visit there. Saw promo on TV. However, I was not aware that there was a cover charge. I assume coverage for the live entertainment. I enjoyed both the Irish band music and the Trinity Children Dancers. The food was right on point! Authentic Irish corn beef/cabbage. It was a bit crowded and noisy, but that was to be expected--it was St. Patrick's Day!“

“The sandwiches & soups were great! Left us almost too full for pie.“

“Took the family out for Sunday breakfast and we were excited to visit this spot. I was looking forward to the Llpingacho Benedict, which I was so curious about. The flavor was very good and unique with the potato cakes and grilled tomatoes. Surprisingly, the most tasty item we had were the pancakes. My son ordered the oreo pancakes and I had a bite of it. I was floored by the rich taste and texture of the pancakes. I'd return just for those. Before ending this post, I cannot forget to mention that they have outstanding service and hospitality. Check this spot out, you won't be disappointed.“

“the ham cheese egg sandwich is very good“

“Food was awesome, service... Ehhh“

“Beers were great as expected. We were not impressed with the nachos. The meat was tasteless and hard to separate so lots of meat in a bite or no meat. The cheese sauce had a nice wang to it and chips were ok. Will try something different next time.“

“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!!“

“Friendly, and a wonderful atmosphere!!“

“Food options and preparations were excellent. Dishes creative. Service outstanding and gracious. Choices of desserts superlative as it also had a patisserie. Wanted to try them all. The ambience was beautiful and warm. I love dining out and I live in Chicago but happened to be up north. I would most definitely go back again“

“We had dinner here during our visit to Chicago. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The server made us feel right at home and was so helpful in giving recommendations. I had the steak salad and taco soup and my husband had the carnitas sandwich, all were phenomenal. We had such a good time that we decided to stay and move over to the bar after dinner. Highly recommend and we will be visiting again!“

“Everyone who works there is awesome. One of the guys there gave me some game changing recommendations/modifiers to try in the breakfast burrito! Healthy and delicious. It’s pricier than I’d like, but that’s everything these days and you can’t beat the fresh ingredients found here. They’ve hooked a repeat customer!“

“Breakfast at 11:00! Yes! Love a Sunday late breakfast! This is the place to go for breakfast! I haven't tried their lunches yet. My breakfast was a veggies skillet. The potatoes were the best I've ever had, nicely seasoned and crispy. Veggies included were spinach, “