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Valley Lodge Tavern

4.5 (203)
$30 and under
Comfort Food
1141 Central Ave., Wilmette, IL 60091

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Valley Lodge Tavern

4.5
$30 and under
Comfort Food
Wilmette

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for groups
Valley Lodge Tavern in a neighborhood tavern serving high quality food and drink to the north shore for 50 years. We serve a variety of food including burgers, ribs, steaks, and delicious salads.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 3:00pm - 12:00am
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Able to custom cater to a casual event from 25 - 200 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Valley Lodge Tavern has the space to host a variety of events. Our private dining room offers the ability to host buffet or plated events, as well as cocktail parties and anything in between!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Wilmette
  • Cross street
    Central and Wilmette Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Street parking in downtown Wilmette. Includes 2 municiple lots as well as metra stop parking after 5:00 pm
  • Public transport
    Metra stop is 1 blocks west and red line is half a mile east.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Valley Lodge Tavern.

4.5

4.5
(203)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valley Lodge Tavern in Wilmette is praised for its "phenomenal service" and "great food". Guests enjoy a "friendly atmosphere" with options to dine outside. The restaurant is noted for accommodating dietary preferences and offers a "wide selection" of menu items. A perfect spot for casual dining and watching sports games.
203 Reviews
  1. Marti Gold

    Chicago / Illinois25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and food were both excellent. It was a little noisy, but it was easy to talk with my companion without shouting. It became quieter as the evening got later. I think a lot of families with young children go there for an early dinner.

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  2. Sohaib Gold

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 20 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant setup was really cool, and festive. The food was great, and the service was phenomenal. I recommend the carrot cake, it was delicious.

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  3. Diane Gold

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great waiter! Good food and relaxed environment. Highly recommend!

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  4. Gregory

    Asheville / Western North Carolina5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very polite staff and the grilled grouper sandwich was excellent. Grandkids loved their burgers.

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  5. Patricia

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great spot for an informal dinner. Food and drinks are excellent

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  6. Rebecca Gold

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 28 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We live nearby and love this spot. Great food and cocktails, friendly staff. What more could you ask for?

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  7. Alex

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 August 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a nice tavern experience. The prices were moderate and the food was good quality. There were a few small details like 2 tomatoes and 1 cucumber in my salad, and an unenthusiastic server that technically could’ve been better, but it was a very enjoyable experience overall.

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  8. mary Gold

    Chicago / Illinois9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service is outstanding! They are so nice to my nephew who has mobility issues. Always a joy!

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  9. Ian

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good service, fast to get orders and food in, very much enjoyed the food as well

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  10. Marilyn Gold

    Chicago / Illinois49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 August 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When we walked in, we were greeted by a lovely hostess. We had a reservation and we were seated within five minutes. Beverage order was taken within five minutes and served very shortly afterward. Our server was very pleasant and took our order and we did not have to wait very long before our food was delivered. I had a barbecue wrench salad, which was delicious. Rather than the regular lettuce, I asked for Romain and there was no problem getting that changed. My husband had sliders and he was very happy with his choice. We will definitely return. 

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Comfort Food, American, Greek
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch: Sunday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Lunch: Monday - Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Nightly: 3:00pm - 12:00am
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Able to custom cater to a casual event from 25 - 200 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Valley Lodge Tavern has the space to host a variety of events. Our private dining room offers the ability to host buffet or plated events, as well as cocktail parties and anything in between!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Wilmette
  • Cross street
    Central and Wilmette Avenue
  • Parking Details
    Street parking in downtown Wilmette. Includes 2 municiple lots as well as metra stop parking after 5:00 pm
  • Public transport
    Metra stop is 1 blocks west and red line is half a mile east.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Valley Lodge Tavern is a solid pick for date night: reviewers call it a great date spot and praise its cozy, comfortable atmosphere.

Sunday is a lovely day to visit, Valley Lodge Tavern serves Sunday brunch (11:00am - 2:00pm) and guests specifically enjoyed sitting on the patio that afternoon.

Portions at Valley Lodge Tavern tend to be generous, guests praise hearty pasta servings and note that entrees often come with a starter and two sides.

Yes, Valley Lodge Tavern is family-friendly: guests report bringing grandchildren and families, servers are described as kid-friendly, and staff have stepped in to quickly resolve a kids' pasta issue.

Yes, Valley Lodge Tavern offers outdoor seating: guests frequently mention the sidewalk cafe and patio, which are set up in warmer months and often enjoyed for relaxed al fresco meals.

Casual dress is the norm, comfortable, informal attire is entirely appropriate for a visit to Valley Lodge Tavern.

For a relaxed patio visit, Valley Lodge Tavern is lovely on Sunday afternoons, reviewers say they loved sitting on the patio and groups have been seated quickly that day; if you want more of a music-night vibe, the patio is also noted as a great spot during Tuesday-night live music across the street.

Valley Lodge Tavern feels like a friendly neighborhood tavern, a big central bar with TVs for watching games, warm service, and a casual, sometimes noisy atmosphere when busy.

How FAQ content is generated

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  3. Chicago / Illinois
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  5. Wilmette

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Valley Lodge Tavern

4.5
$30 and under
Comfort Food
Wilmette

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 23 times today
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