We go out of our way to eat here when we're in the area. Great friendly service, huge portions for…read moregood prices and most importantly AMAZING food that tastes just like the islands. Lives up to all the hype. It's casual inside and you'll often see active duty military eating here - consider buying them lunch to thank them. We will be back over and over again!

I had really high hopes for Da Local Boy. I've been excited to try this place for a long time given…read moreall the high reviews but unfortunately, it was pretty disappointing. We ordered the Aloha Plate and chicken lumpia. The lumpia was soggy, super tiny and just wasn't good. The Aloha Plate was also much too sweet for my taste, and the meat felt pretty standard--similar to what I'd expect from a typical Korean BBQ meal. I usually love mac salad, so i was especially looking forward to that, but unfortunately, it was pretty underwhelming as well. The most disappointing was the service. Service was incredibly slow and not attentive at all.

First of all never leave a bread shop without a loaf. I took a baguette to-go and we ordered lunch…read more I love the interior, it's super homie. This is a counter service spot and they will bring your orders to the table if you're dining in. It is kid friendly and the front is somewhat walker accessible not sure if a wheelchair could fit the front. There are three dining areas, by the bar, the library looking area and up two steps is a larger dining space with ample seating.

I met a girlfriend here for a mid-priced lunch last week, and it is such a cute little French…read morebistro right in Highland Park. I ordered the croque madame with the fried egg on top, and it was delicious. You can absolutely tell they use real butter--the true French way! My waistline might not thank them, but my tastebuds certainly did. I even brought home an almond croissant for the Hubby and snacked on a cheese and chive scone the next day, and everything was just fantastic. The only little hiccup is that the service can get a bit hectic. The staff seemed a little confused trying to match up the order numbers to the tables, and we almost got run over on our way out by a waiter sprinting to the patio! But even with the fast-paced environment, the food is wonderful whether you eat in or grab takeout. Definitely worth a visit! A much better experience here than MY 1st time. I think it's because they enlarged the dining area with more table space. It's still hard to have a conversation due to the high ceilings which echo the sound.

Needed some good diner food after a night out drinking, so we headed over to Sandy's!…read more Some street parking available! This diner is quaint and everything you want from it: bar or booth seating for small to medium groups, the kindest staff to welcome you in, and comfort food to fill your needs! No frills at this establishment, but you don't need them when everything is so wonderful! Ordered up the Sampler, which included a little bit of everything! Scrambled eggs, sausage links, and potatoes was just what the doctor ordered! The star was the french toast, which was the perfect sweet finisher for me! Great spot for that classic diner breakfast in Highwood!

We stopped at Sandy's for breakfast wanting that classic diner experience, and it was absolutely…read moreperfect. There are just a few tables out front, a cozy diner counter, and some tables in the back--it has that small-town charm that makes you feel right at home. We had a party of seven, and they made sure to seat us all together without a problem. The restaurant was super clean, the food was delicious, and the prices were very fair. What really stood out, though, was the service. Our waitress was so kind and attentive, checking on us several times to make sure we had everything we needed. When she found out my son had just graduated, she said she would have given him a discount--but since he had already snuck off to the counter to pay, she gave him a coffee cup instead. That thoughtful gesture meant so much to us and really showed how much they care about their guests. I'll be recommending Sandy's to everyone I know. It's the kind of place that makes you want to come back again and again.

Four guys came for dinner and had a nice meal. The place was almost empty yet the server was…read morepleasant and attentive. Odd kind of vibe here but not loud or unpleasant. I had a single burger but it was very salty and a bit overcooked. Decent sized and of fries accompanied it. One guy had the salmon and said it was great, another had the chicken piccata and said it was ok, too. Maybe they're busy at lunch because the crowd we saw won't support a place like this for long!

We've eaten at Jay Lovell's many times throughout the years, and I'm starting to get concerned that…read morethere are very few people in the restaurant. I do see people picking up orders but our last two visits there were only one or two other tables. I had the fish and chips (a special). There were four very large pieces of breaded fish on a pillow of fresh cut fries with a delicious sauce (homemade tartar?). Needless to say I could not eat it all. My companion had (the usual) turkey burger, which is one of their favorites. This is good food, freshly prepared, don't know why nobody is here.

Very cute restaurant - one could almost imagine you were in a bistro in France, if it wasn't for…read morethe strange Spanish music playing? Perhaps this restaurant could find some french music? The food was really delicious. The hollandaise sauce was perfect on the eggs Benedict and the cheese on the Croque Madame was especially good. The only item we didn't love were the fries. The french fries were actually too thin and tasteless. They were homemade, but tasted like the potato straws you get from the grocery store. Please make proper pomme frites! We can't wait to return for dinner.

Added later: really disappointed that neither we nor any others who have had substandard full…read morepriced meals here have heard from the owner. Buyer beware. We have wanted to try Miramar for a long time based on reputation and reviews, so we booked it for our 30th wedding anniversary dinner. TL/DR, food was only ok, service was attentive, but overall experience was disappointing. Selected "anniversary" on the Open Table reservation...and added in the notes that it was our 30th. Nonetheless, nobody said a word about either when we were greeted or seated. Sigh. When we ordered two glasses of champagne, the server asked if we were celebrating. Yes, we were...and were surprised nobody knew... Our meal was fine but only fine. Had the mushroom soup and endive salad, both specials, both pretty good (and the salad big enough to share). She ordered the salmon, I had the lamb shank (both on the menu). I like my food hot...and I am as a result confident that I have never written this before...the food came really hot. TOO hot. Inediblly hot. Both dishes, and especially the lamb. Once it cooled down enough to be edible, the lamb shank and basil whipped potatoes and vegetables were good (dried out a little from the heat?); the salmon was only ok and a little fishy tasting. Her glass of Pinot Grigio was quite nice; mine of Bordeaux was delicious, but served surprisingly warm for a restaurant/glass at this price point -- I'd have expected them to have a proper wine refrigerator. Then, finally... We asked about, and then decided not to have a dessert. The server was kind to bring us a well intentioned delivery of two glasses of prosecco (which we didn't drink --- had already had a champagne and a glass of wine) and asked if we'd like that dessert after all to have with it. We said "sure." They then charged us for the dessert... For the record, our server was kind and attentive and professional, and the rest of the team were equally so. But, in summary, for a pretty aggressive price point, this was a disappointing experience on a night we hoped would be special. Perhaps we're victims of a holiday weekend meal...we're hoping ours isn't a typical experience.

The food was fantastic. The drinks were crazy overpriced but delicious. Regardless, the food is…read morewhat you should come for. The portion sizes are solid, the service is great, the place is cute. Just great all around

We stopped in at Pixca on a Friday night for dinner. When we arrived many tables were open but when…read morewe asked for a table for two the host paused like he wasn't sure he could fit us in. He did find a table and during the course of our meal there were non-stop arrivals with a few heading straight to the small bar so I'm thinking perhaps it has a strong flow of regular customers. The service was efficient and the dining room has a cozy bistro feel to it. The menu is seasonal. Nothing was calling out to me so I went with the burger and fries. Both were good. Overall we are glad we gave Pixca a try. Before we go again we'll make a reservation and check the menu to see what the current options are.

Visited yesterday for lunch and found the experience to be good, but not great. The things that I…read morethink left room for improvement was a sandwich having jalapeños after requesting none when it was ordered. Also, I felt like the margarita was served in a small glass with mostly ice, and not enough actual margarita. Lastly, I ordered enchiladas with mole sauce and chorizo. I felt like I could barely taste the chorizo and I wish the mole had a stronger flavor. On the plus side, the complimentary chips and salsa were good, as was the nacho appetizer and margarita. Most of the folks in the party enjoyed their meals.

I wasn't really impressed. The food was alright; edible. But it was waaaaayyy overpriced and wasn't…read moreworth it. I got the Isaac's mom's favorite enchiladas or whatever it was called and it was alright, but it was buried under sour cream, tomatoes, and sliced onions. It wasn't a small entree, but the extra junk on top makes it look twice as big. More disappointing is that the woman gave me a full sized guacamole when I ordered a side. That is a price difference of $10!! I assumed it was just large since it came out with the meal (as a side would), not before as an appetizer. It went largely uneaten because it was ordered for my toddler, who pretty reliably will eat guacamole even if she refuses other things--and which is why I ordered a side. All told this made my bill like $60 for an adult and a toddler, and... never again. Won't be back.

Large portions, minimal wait time, delicious eggs bene and pancakes. The ambiance is beautiful with…read moreall the stained glass I'm def coming back

Com'n man, Walker Bros. Original Pancake House -- omelets aren't supposed to come with egg shells…read more Nothing kills breakfast faster than crunching into something that shouldn't be there. You guys are better than that, tighten it up.

Amazing service and authentic italian food! Ambiance is perfect for a date night too!read more

Hubby & I went there Saturday night, 7 pm reservations for my 55th birthday celebration. They sat…read moreus in the dungeon, aka, basement. Horrible table, crammed like an after thought to squeeze more money out of 2 suckers in the corner. When I complained, we were seated in Margo's section. I heard her tell the table next to us something along the lines, if they liked her so much, don't forget to leave a review! I foolishly thought, cool, we'll be in for a treat. Took 10 minutes before she came to us. We had to ask for water & the few times she came over, she acted like we were a major inconvenience. I ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese. At $29 it was a major ripoff. Had no taste & there were tiny scraps of veal. Photos I've seen of this dish have decent sized clumps of meat. The whole point of Bolognese is the meat!! The "wonderful" Margo only checked on us as soon as the food was delivered, asking how it tasted. It was just placed on the table, barely had a chance to taste it! Never asked if we needed drink refills until we were ready to leave, never came back to see if the food actually tasted good. My birthday wasn't even acknowledged by the hostess or the waitstaff. We will never return & highly recommend you avoid. Would give 0 stars if I could.

Delicious coffee and excellent service Best decaf brew…read morearound! My favorite staff on the North Shore!

I came here awhile back to meet my friends, who were headed up to an event in Highland Park. This…read morelocation is huge, and the staff is great....they didn't bother me when I said I was waiting for a friend and sat at a table for 20+ minutes without ordering. (It turns out, my friends went to the Winnetka location, so after texting back and forth, we realized the error so I left to go meet them and get a drink at the other location lol). I have had the coffee here as well previously, and it's always good, too. All the Tala locations are top notch. But I did appreciate that they didn't hassle me when I was awkwardly taking up space for almost a half hour haha.