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A photo of Eddie Merlot's Prime Aged Beef & Seafood - Lincolnshire restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3542)
$$$$
• Southern • Lincolnshire
Booked 35 times today
Pablo and his waitstaff team provided excellent service. Recommend him as your waiter.
A photo of Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(986)
$$$$
• Southern • Wheeling
Booked 28 times today
We eat at Spears once a week (at this point) and we’re never disappointed. We love the fries, the atmosphere and the consistency of the food.
A photo of Wildfire - Lincolnshire restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10661)
$$$$
• Southern • Lincolnshire
Booked 97 times today
Attentive staff, prompt service, excellent food. Even had a birthday surprise for my friend.
A photo of Austin's Saloon and Eatery restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(677)
$$$$
• Southern • Libertyville
Booked 36 times today
Great breakfast stop-large portions, great Fall ambiance on patio
A photo of Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar - Vernon Hills restaurant
4.4
Awesome(307)
$$$$
• Southern • Vernon Hills
Booked 99 times today
Great spot for a quick business lunch. Servers are very attentive and food and drink always a hit with many options.
A photo of Bluegrass restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2898)
$$$$
• Southern • Highland Park
Booked 16 times today
Bluegrass was recommended to me by several friends who said it was their favorite restaurant. My friend and I agree. Bluegrass offers a wide variety of delicious food, with gourmet presentation, and adequate serving size. I ordered pecan crusted Tilapia and my friend ordered the pan seared Walleye. The staff was friendly, checked several times on how our meal and service was, and if we were satisfied. We were celebrating our birthdays and were provided with a Banana Foster to top our meal. Only criticism was the noise level. We will return and recommend to others.
A photo of Wildfire - Schaumburg restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(13642)
$$$$
• Southern • Schaumburg
Booked 95 times today
Great atmosphere and service. We had a great time celebrating my husband’s birthday!
A photo of Big Jones restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(262)
$$$$
• Southern • Andersonville
Booked 63 times today
Excellent food, great service, cozy atmosphere, well made yummy cocktails.
A photo of Wildfire - Glenview restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(11877)
$$$$
• Southern • Glenview
Booked 90 times today
Excellent service and delicious food, including the split pea soup which I never ate before at Wildfire. We felt like valued guests with no high pressure.
A photo of Bub City - Rosemont restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2412)
$$$$
• Southern • Rosemont
Booked 63 times today
We went for dinner before the show at Zanies next door. It was very good. The server was super nice and attentive, while allowing us to take our time and not feel rushed, as well. The food was delicious. I had the pulled pork sandwich and my hub had the patty melt. We both really enjoyed our meals.

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  • Nancy
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Bluegrass was recommended to me by several friends who said it was their favorite restaurant. My friend and I agree. Bluegrass offers a wide variety of delicious food, with gourmet presentation, and adequate serving size. I ordered pecan crusted Tilapia and my friend ordered the pan seared Walleye. The staff was friendly, checked several times on how our meal and service was, and if we were satisfied. We were celebrating our birthdays and were provided with a Banana Foster to top our meal. Only criticism was the noise level. We will return and recommend to others.
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    Bluegrass$$$$• American• Highland Park
    •
    4.9
  • JeanGold
    Chicago / Illinois •165 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Excellent food, great service, cozy atmosphere, well made yummy cocktails.
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    Big Jones$$$$• Southern• Andersonville
    •
    4.6
  • Eric
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Oct 2026
    Cool place to visit. It's all new and clean feeling inside. Nice, relaxing ambiance. The food was really good. The staff was interactive and friendly, we'll definitely be returning to try out other menu options.
    More info
    Bless Your Heart - Antioch$$$$• Southern• Antioch
    •
    4.2
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