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Region, Barrington, IL

Region

4.8
4.8
2722 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
718 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010-2640

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
A true neighborhood favorite and highly desired dining destination outside of the city of Chicago. Utilizing the diverse culinary bounty of this great nation, we aim to exceed your gastronomic expectations every visit.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Global, International
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Perlick
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighbourhood
    Barrington
  • Cross Street
    Northwest Highway and Hart Rd
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,722 people are saying

Region reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Contemporary American

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Best Overall

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Best Food

  • Northwest Suburbs

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Region consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "delicious food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the "outstanding" menu variety, featuring standout dishes like sea bass and duck, and commend the knowledgeable staff. With a cozy ambiance and a commitment to quality, Region is a top choice for special occasions.
2,722 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Chicago9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here. It was a great experience. The service was perfect and the food was excellent

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  2. Michael VIP

    Chicago42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the spring/summer menu! Just might have to back again to try some other new menu item’s. This place is a gem. Never disappoints.

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  3. Gilbert

    Chicago2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Between service and food, it was an ordinary dining experience. Not one that we expected from Region. It was not our first visit.

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  4. Elizabeth VIP

    Chicago6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Not a very good experience. In the past this was our go to 5 star restaurant. The food was flavorless except for overly salted and overly syrupy. We had ribs, pork belly with sides of corn crème brûlée, Mac and cheese, grits, corn and peach salad. The corn crème brûlée had almost no corn it was all super goopy sweet sauce concoction. The Mac and cheese overly salty. Corn and peach salad syrupy although described as light and not overly sweet. The ribs flavorless and not enough meat. The pork belly was hard not tender and overly salty. The grits were good. We did veer from our usual order of walleye, salmon, steak or meatloaf. We skipped dessert although sticky toffee pudding cake is my fav but I felt like I had dessert for dinner.
    RegionResponded 3 days ago
    Elizabeth, thank you for taking time to let us know how your experience was. It's embarrassing to hear about your disappointment in the food. I have shared this feedback with Chef and he will get to the bottom of it. Thank you for your past support. I'd love to make it up to you and invite you back with a gift. If you need any assistance with a future reservation, please do not hesitate to reach out to me directly. -Jillian

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  5. Jennifer

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Kevin was outstanding. He new the meals and gave great reviews and his opinions on the meals. He was very responsive, polite, and treated our children with respect. Food was amazing chef did an outstanding job.

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  6. Jody

    Chicago14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food. Waiter acknowledged our special occasions. On the reservation I noted the need for a quieter table. We were escorted to the perfect table so all our elderly guests could hear and enjoy the dinner conversation. I can’t tell you the number of places that ignore special requests. We appreciated the service and look forward to making Region a go to spot for our family occasions.

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  7. Mary Frances VIP

    Chicago177 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointed Visit on What Should Have Been a Special Night We are frequent diners at Region and typically give it a 5-star rating. However, our experience on April 15 fell short of expectations—unfortunately, everyone has an off night, and this seemed to be one of them. It was my husband’s birthday, and Region was his choice for the celebration. We had actually dined there just two nights earlier and had a wonderful experience, so we were looking forward to another great evening. The reservation was made noting it was a birthday celebration, and we also mentioned it again upon arrival. Sadly, our server, Kevin, never acknowledged the birthday at any point during the evening. In the past, birthday celebrations at Region have always included a warm acknowledgment and a complimentary dessert. This time, not only was the birthday completely overlooked, but the restaurant was also out of the Sticky Toffee Pudding—one of their signature desserts, and a favorite of ours. It was disappointing, especially on a night we hoped would feel a bit more special. When we received the check and mentioned to Kevin that it was my husband’s birthday, he did offer to bring something out, but by then, the moment had passed and we declined. Service overall felt off. We waited longer than usual for our drinks, and there were noticeable delays for things like fresh pepper for our salads. The food itself was just okay—not quite up to Region’s usual high standards. We’ll continue to dine at Region, but this visit was a letdown. Hopefully, it was just an off night.
    RegionResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Mary, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your experience. I feel terrible that we did not deliver the Region standard of service on this very special night. Unfortunately, we did run out of the toffee pudding on that particular day due to a delivery issue. I will be addressing the staff directly to be sure and read what is on their reservation chits so that we don't miss any special celebrations. Thank you for choosing to continue to dine with us. Please look for a gift from me to use on your next visit. -Jillian

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  8. Dave

    Chicago17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We've been there several times. Region is a great place for food that is well above the typical restaurant. They have several different ways you can structure your meal with appetizers or small plates, soups, salads, and entrees. They have a section for meat and a section for fish. There are also a few options for vegetarians. The mix of the protein (meat or fish) with the accompanying sauce and vegetables is well-thought out. There are a few separate dining areas. One can also eat outside under a tent-type roof. There's also seating at the bar with high-top tables in that section. Prices are higher than a typical restaurant, but quite good for the quality of the food.

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  9. Madison VIP

    Greater Boston16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great as always. The special pork belly was fantastic. The winter salad is really good. The schnitzel and short ribs were also a big hit

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  10. Mark

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend!! Delicious food and attentive service. Thomas behind the bar is great! Very knowledgeable and super friendly! Everything was spot on, and we can’t wait to go back. 

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FAQs

Region offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (224) 848-4005.

Region is rated 4.8 stars by 2722 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Northwest Suburbs
  5. Barrington

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Booked 23 times today
Google Map for Region

718 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010-2640

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Northwest Highway and Hart Rd
  • Neighbourhood
    Barrington
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American, Global, International
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dave Perlick
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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