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Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Winnetka

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A photo of Valley Lodge Tavern restaurant
4.5
Awesome(129)
Price: Moderate
• Comfort Food • Wilmette
Booked 10 times today
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.
A photo of Spirit Elephant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1613)
Price: Moderate
• Vegan • Winnetka
Booked 40 times today
Award-winning, plant-based cuisine. We cater to food-lovers, not just vegans. Try one or our specialty craft cocktails (both alcoholic and zero-proof) and be sure to save room for our wildly tasty desserts. Our space has an urban, airy vibe and our expansive, beautiful bar is a great place to meet friends after work for happy hour. Feel like some air? Book your reservation on our cozy, elegant patio and add the outdoors as an enhancement to your experience. We specialize in events at our beautiful venue (indoors and out). Our goal is to give you a memorable experience every time. Come in and enjoy a meal while you do good for your health, the planet, and all its inhabitants. We hope you will eat plants, and feel beautiful.
A photo of CUPITOL The Restaurant restaurant
4.5
Awesome(40)
Price: Expensive
• European • Skokie
Booked 19 times today
CUPITOL The Restaurant is our 4th and newest location in Old Orchard Mall, delivering a complete, immersive experience for all day. You can begin the day with breakfast, brunch, or lunch that you can truly enjoy and as the evening unfolds, you indulge in a vibrant dinner featuring bold European flavors and a sophisticated touch. Enjoy the day. Savor the night.
A photo of The Happ Inn restaurant
4.3
Awesome(2574)
Price: Expensive
• American • Northfield
Booked 73 times today
The Happ Inn Bar & Grill is a beloved neighborhood spot known for its welcoming atmosphere, fresh food, craft beers, and diverse wine selection. The menu offers a variety of choices, including gluten-free options and popular burgers like the Prime Beef and Bison Burgers. Highlights include the Willow Road and Southwest Chopped Salads. For heartier meals, enjoy General Happ's Fried Chicken and Fish & Chips, along with sides like Truffled Mashed Potatoes and Sweet Potato Fries. To finish off your meal, indulge in desserts such as Chocolate Decadence Cake and Apple Pie.
A photo of Valley Lodge Tavern - Glenview restaurant
4.4
Awesome(8)
Price: Moderate
• American • Glenview
Booked 1 time today
A True Neighborhood Tavern With its homelike atmosphere, the Valley Lodge is one of the iconic and go-to restaurants on the North Shore. Founded in 1969 by brothers Peter and Taki Adamis, the Glenview location quickly became THE popular dining destination. In 1997, new owners Bill and George Stavrou carried forward the tradition in Glenview, and later in 2014 when they opened its Wilmette location.Our philosophy has always been and is to create a true neighborhood tavern. One where our guests can be comfortable, relax, and take the whole family, friends, business associates, or even the whole team where they can enjoy quality service and exceptional food at a great value.
A photo of Bluestone restaurant
4.3
Awesome(30)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Evanston
Booked 4 times today
Bluestone is a Chicago-style restaurant in Evanston that offers homestyle cooking in a warm and welcoming environment. Owner John, whose obsession with golf led to the more than 250 pin flags decorating the restaurant, opened Bluestone after transitioning from commercial film production. His goal was to create a locale that was filled with friendliness and familiar faces, all while serving a variety of menu options with a hometown feel. Guests can enjoy favorites like crab cakes, or branch out and discover a new one from their wrap, soup, quesadilla or burger menus. Don't forget to try homemade specialties such as the turkey or black bean burgers, or the Bluestone signature smoked wings. There are also several thin-crust pizza options, like the pesto or BBQ chicken offerings. Whether you're just passing through or a long-time resident, Bluestone, at the corner of Central St. and Prairie Ave., is everyone's home away from home.
A photo of L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8342)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lincolnwood
Booked 117 times today
Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.
A photo of Moretti's - Morton Grove restaurant
4.5
Awesome(627)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Morton Grove
Booked 20 times today
Moretti's is Pizza and So Much More!Based in classic Italian and American cuisine with modern innovations, Moretti's menu features award winning thin crust and Chicago-style deep dish pizza with more than 20 different toppings, house made meatballs and freshly sliced Italian Beef, "Mile High Lasagna," with homemade layers of fresh pasta, marinara and four cheeses, unique pasta specialties and numerous chef-inspired daily specials. The menu also includes chicken, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, signature salads, grilled specialties and more. There are dedicated Vegan and Gluten Free Menus, as well as keto and vegetarian selections.Moretti's Pizza was voted "Best of the Best" in the Chicago areas biggest diners' poll - Daily Herald "Best of the Best." Moretti's offers dine-in, takeout and Moretti's in-house "Faster, Hotter, Happier" delivery team, as well as full service off-site catering and hosted events at the restaurant in private rooms, with complete event planni
A photo of Coarse Italian restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(358)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Glenview
Booked 6 times today
The name “coarse” is used to represent rustic in nature.Coarse Italian prides itself on its Italian-inspired dishes, and promises incredible cuisine.
A photo of Spears Bourbon Burgers & Beer restaurant
4.5
Awesome(845)
Price: Moderate
• American • Wheeling
Booked 31 times today
We are entering a new age for bourbon and beer drinkers as the many different varieties are readily available for your enjoyment here at Spears. Our cocktails are prepared by our incredibly knowledgeable bartenders who know all about the process of making, mixing, and drinking your next high quality beverage. Spears has American roots where the best Bourbon, Burgers, and Beer meet and await to delight you!

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  • JayVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I am as far from a vegetarian as you can get. Had been here with friends who were vegetarian before and remembered it being excellent. Brought our Indian friends hoping we were remembering correctly. It did not disappoint! This is our go-to place for friends who are vegetarian because I can find items that I enjoy. Service was outstanding. Food presentation is a work of art. Get the 14Carrot appetizer. Just that will make me come back. Forbidden bowl is my favorite with blackened tofu. Who does that? Even tried the Creme Brulee "cheesecake". Amazing! Place is worth going to. I can't imagine there is a better vegetarian option for meat eaters like me.
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    Spirit ElephantPrice: Moderate• Vegan• Winnetka
    4.8
  • Christine
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food was good; service a bit slow, but it was busy. Very loud environment......
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    Valley Lodge TavernPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Wilmette
    4.5
  • oliver and jade
    Chicago / Illinois •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 21, 2025
    My friends and I decided to try them out. It's Mediterranean cuisine, and it was a great experience. The service was excellent. Hopefully, this will hold true if they are busy. We went there before the chaos starts around 4 pm , and it was not crowded then and it being a Friday. We got our food within minutes. It was not a disappointment. Tasted great . Will definitely come back to try other dishes on the menu.
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    CUPITOL The RestaurantPrice: Expensive• European• Skokie
    4.5
  • MichelleVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •41 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 19, 2025
    The Happy Inn has never disappointed. The food was delicious (I had the ahi tacos) and the service was very good. We took a friend out for her birthday and the server decided to bring her a little birthday plate so we could sing to her. It was very sweet. We all really enjoyed our evening there and I wouldn't hesitate to return.
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    The Happ InnPrice: Expensive• American• Northfield
    4.3
  • AlexaVIP
    Chicago / Illinois •45 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 4, 2024
    Very good service, noise level high. Recommend the chicken kabob, but forget the onion soup. Request to sit by the fireplace. Cozy.
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    Valley Lodge Tavern - GlenviewPrice: Moderate• American• Glenview
    4.4

Discover best comfort food restaurants in Winnetka

Discover the heartwarming allure of comfort food in the North Suburbs of Chicago, particularly in Winnetka, where a selection of restaurants offers a cozy retreat with familiar yet sophisticated culinary delights. These establishments cater to those craving dishes that feel like a warm hug, featuring menus rich with flavors that speak to both tradition and innovation. The dining scene in Winnetka is characterized by its charming, intimate venues that blend a casual atmosphere with a touch of elegance, making it a perfect destination for both relaxed and special dining experiences. Each restaurant prides itself on using high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients to create comforting meals that satisfy the soul. As you explore the varied options, expect to find everything from classic American comfort foods to unique twists on old favorites, ensuring every palate is catered to. These eateries not only promise delicious food but also an ambiance that enhances your dining experience, making each meal memorable. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the comfort food scene in Winnetka offers a delightful culinary journey that invites you to relax and savor every bite.

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