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A photo of Primo Italian American Cuisine restaurant

1. Primo Italian American Cuisine

4.6

Exceptional(1914)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Gurnee

Booked 21 times today

Winner of 2016, 2017, 2018 Best Steakhouse, Best Italian Restaurant, Best Seafood Restaurant Best Martini, Best Romantic Restaurant, Best Unique Salad, Best Vegetarian Cuisine, Best Place to Dance, and Best Venue for Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties. Winner of 2016 Best New Restaurant.Primo sure does live up to it's name!PRIMO (meaning “The Best” in Italian) is our interpretation of the marriage of a classic American steakhouse and a signature Italian restaurant. Replete with soaring ceilings, Italian marble, and custom furniture, PRIMO's grand and dramatic dining instantly sets a luxurious yet comfortable tone. The atmosphere is rivaled only by the menu, which is composed of both Prime and Grass Fed steaks, chops, and classic Italian dishes inspired by the vast regions of Italy. PRIMO's menu is both familiar and sophisticated, and complimented perfectly by our 100+ bottle wine list.

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2. White Castle - Gurnee

3.9

Excellent(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Gurnee

Fine dining is back at White Castle this Valentine’s Day and craviiiier than ever! From steamy Sliders to decadent desserts you’re guaranteed to impress that special someone (or crew) you love so much! So step up your game and dine with us a la carte or dig into The Love Clutch Collection full of delicious delights. Give the special Cravers in your life the royal treatment at White Castle on February 14th. Because everyone wants to hear those three little words: We’re. Getting. Sliders. P.S. Here are a few lines to help set the mood—FREE OF CHARGE: I only have fries for you Mozzstix & chill? You’re my crave-orite I’d put a Chicken Ring on it

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3. Coppolillo's Italian Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(440)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Libertyville

Booked 15 times today

*Coppolillo’s is a special occasion restaurant, with an UPSCALE BUSINESS CASUAL Dress Code Policy. For clarification please review the policy at https://rosebudsteak.com/dress-code/ and we thank you for your courtesy!Creative Hospitality Concepts is happy to introduce our newest restaurant in Libertyville, IL Coppolillos Italian Steakhouse. A classic Italian American cousin to Rosebud Steakhouse featuring Chef Steve Coppolillo’s family recipes passed down for generations.If you are looking for the best Italian food, steaks and cocktails look no further than Coppolillo’s in Libertyville, IL.

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4. Mickey Finns Brewery

4.6

Exceptional(246)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brewery • Libertyville

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Illinois oldest craft brewer and brewpub. Serving up many of your pub style favorites, Mickey Finns Brewery is the place to go for lunch or dinner in historic downtown Libertyville. Try the fish and chips, homemade thin crust pizza or any of our burger/sandwich offerings. With over 12 handcrafted Mickey Finn's beers on tap, plus a full array of drinks, cocktails and wine there is something for everybody. Brunch served every Saturday and Sunday 11am -3pm. Walk-ins welcome too.. If you want to catch the big game, Mickey Finns Brewery also has you covered, with over 14- 70" tv's in bar and dining room. Order up some appetizers (wings, pretzels, beer nuggets and more). Let your server know what your favorite beer is and settle in to enjoy what's on screen. Family owned and operated. Karaoke every Thursday night, live music on Fridays and Saturday. 9:30pm *Outdoor seating availability and reservations are weather permitting*

A photo of Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL restaurant

5. Mambo Italiano - Mundelein IL

4.7

Exceptional(1005)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mundelein

Booked 21 times today

For 20 years, Mambo Italiano has been keeping Italian tradition alive for the generations to come by specializing in traditional styles of Italian Cuisine. Weekly, features highlight new menu renditions developed by the Cardone family. Every meal is prepared with care and the freshest ingredients. Mambo Italiano has been featured on Check Please!, is a Daily Herald Readers' Choice and has been voted the Best Italian Restaurant in Mundelein, Vernon Hills and Libertyville by Open Table diners.

6. Main Street Social

4.6

Exceptional(1670)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Libertyville

Booked 15 times today

An Industrial Chic, Scratch Kitchen Serving Mediterranean and Italian Inspired Dishes Celebrating The Harmony of Good Food, Proprietary Wine and Good Company. Cheers!!!

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7. Maggiano's - Vernon Hills

4.5

Awesome(1980)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Vernon Hills

Booked 22 times today

Join us for lunch or dinner at Maggiano's Hawthorn Center and savor the rich flavors of Italian-American dishes inspired by Nonna’s traditional recipes. Our Hawthorn Maggiano's is located on Center Drive in Vernon Hills, an exquisite northern suburb of Chicago in Lake County, Illinois. Visit us at 307 Hawthorn Center and book your reservation today!

A photo of Feather Glass Wine Bar & Eatery restaurant

8. Feather Glass Wine Bar & Eatery

4.8

Exceptional(91)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Fusion / Eclectic • Vernon Hills

Booked 1 time today

One of the Highly Rated NEW restaurant in Vernon Hills!!Our International Fusion Cuisine restaurant offers meals unique just to us, we call it a menu with "whispers" of Indian flavors!Come in to try our Roasted Paneer Ravioli or Chicken Kabobs or one of our fan favorites, Paneer Bites. We promise you will be delighted!Each meal can be finely paired with some of the best wines produced right here in Illinois. Or pair it with "different" wines from exotic regions of the world. Either way, it'll be a win win!So, join is in our modern casual dining room for a cozy and warm evening full of laughter and happy moments. Or enjoy a glass of wine or wine flights in our lounge area by a warm and cozy fireplace!

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LaurieVIP
Chicago / Illinois •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time diner at Saranello’s! Emily was our server! Very personable and sweet! Food was outstanding! The chicken parm was a real pleaser! The lasagna was very yummy too , I wish it was a bigger piece! The prices were standard for Italian food! Good values! Definitely going back again!
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Saranello'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wheeling
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4.5
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Ricky
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great restaurant, ambience is good but tables feel too close together.
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IL GIRASOLE TRATTORIAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Logan Square
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4.6
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Kris
Chicago / Illinois •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a slight issue with an allergy and they were so accommodating
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Mago Grill & Cantina - South BarringtonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• South Barrington
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4.6
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Nataliia
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
A friend brought me to this restaurant and from that moment I fell in love with the oysters and foie gras. The best in Illinois. The atmosphere of FranceA friend brought me to this restaurant and from that moment I fell in love with the oysters and foie gras. The best in Illinois. The atmosphere of France
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MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
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4.7
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Emily
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The paella is out of this world. There are so many tapas, you can make a meal out of them! Also, the Sangria is the absolute best I've ever had (I highly recommend the passion fruit sangria!!!)
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Café Ba-Ba-ReebaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Lincoln Park
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4.8

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