We went with a small group for my wife's birthday, and Pomeroy made it very special. The hostess…read moretreated us at checkin with a heartfelt "Happy Birthday", the menus were all customized with Happy Birthday printed on them, and we got a complimentary dessert with a sparkler to cap off the meal. Great service, delicious food, a cozy atmosphere, and we thought it was very good value. we'll be back!

I went here with my husband and my friend and her boyfriend because we've wanted to go and it's…read moregotten pretty good reviews so we wanted to try it out When we got there, we got to sit in the back room, which is very pretty had really good ambiance. Our server was nice. We ordered a few drinks and I ordered a Manhattan which I always do and my Manhattan had bubbles in it that would not go away as in soap bubbles. It was not great and I've never had that experience before. I had the French onion soup. It was really good, and then everybody else ordered the steak frites It was not cooked the way they asked for it to be cooked. It wasn't as good as they thought it would be for the price and overall we were underwhelmed by the food drinks at this place because we thought it would be a lot better for what we paid for the back room is cool though highly recommend it maybe next time we come we'll order something else and have a different experience but the food that we ordered at a French restaurant wasn't what we were expecting.

This is our "go to" wine store in downtown Winnetka. Totally puzzled by negative reviews about…read morefeeling not welcomed by the owner. She is very nice lady who is always helpful and cheerful. Oh, and her dog Mick is so adorable and very large too! Very good wine selection, well curated. Pretty nice variety and different prices points. As an added bonus, we started new tradition: stopping by Good Grapes after dinner to buy and open a good bottle of wine with F&F. You can sit right there in the store at one of the few tables. It is really cozy neighborhood place, highly recommend to check it out.

This is a quaint, little wine bar in downtown Winnetka. The owner is very friendly and…read moreknowledgeable about wines and has a great selection. They have live music on summer nights during the weekends and it's just a great place to come hang out and have a glass of wine. Oh, and the owner has the friendliest dog that hangs out there.

I had the pleasure of celebrating New Years Eve at Aboyer and it was nothing short of…read moreextraordinary. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, elegant and genuinely welcoming- the kind of hospitality that makes you instantly relax and settle in. We enjoyed their special three course New Year's Eve dinner and every dish was executed with precision, creativity and care. The flavors were beautifully balanced, the presentation was stunning, and the pacing of the meal was perfect. You could feel thoughtfulness behind each course. The service was equally impressive. The staff was attentive and genuinely enthusiastic about making the evening special. Whether you're celebrating a social occasion or simply looking for an unforgettable dining experience, Aboyer is a true gem! We left already talking about when we'd be back. Highly highly recommend!!

Something that truly sticks out about Aboyer is the warmth they exude. I have been there on…read moremultiple occasions and the waiters and servers are consistently so warm and welcoming. The seating area is quite limited and definitely cozy; I think they make the best use possible out of the limited space they have. I'm a fan of their steak frites. It's VERY filling.

Great pizza! Amazing ambience! Frito misto cannot be missed!…read more I actually loved everything we ordered! Such a gem of a place ! Can't wait to go back

This was a very nice visit for Italian out in Winnetka. We had a date to go to Lightscape at the…read moreChicago Botanical Gardens and looked for a place close by to have dinner before ... thus we found Mino's. It was a very nice place with simple decor, had great ambiance for families, a lot of outdoor seating that we could return for with better weather, and a little firepit going on the patio to greet you as you walked up to the front door. Nice start. One of their hallmarks is handmade pasta and pizza ... and for dinner one in our party had the Il Mino pizza (4 stars, which was very nice with little pieces of Calabrian chili in it to give it some oomph and a generous helping of sausage); another had the White Truffle Pasta (5 star stuff, with shaved white truffles on top of very nice pasta); and the last had the Tortelloni (4 star stuff that was delightful, but just a bit al dente). I was leaning toward a 4 star rating for the whole experience here, but had to round it up to 5 stars because of the Burrata appetizer ... creamy cheese and nice prosciutto. Other stuff: as a family place, you should expect that there will probably be kids running back and forth, something which is not the establishment's fault ... but can be distracting at times; the full-service bar served up nicely curated drinks, but suffered a bit from small pours; service (Andrew) was exceptional, as he appeared every time we were just about in need; easy 90 minute street parking was available; the men's bathroom could have used a bit of attending; and they don't offer bread for the table: probably because some bread appears with appetizers like the crostini that came with the Burrata, and they probably want you to get a pizza rather than fill up on plain bread. While they have gone the way of most restaurant in adding a 3% surcharge for using a credit card ... all in all this was a very nice dinner ... we will be back.

Great service and fantastic prices Very knowledgeable owner…read moreand very helpful Recommended

Whether you are a wine expert or not, this place is excellent! The staff is extremely knowledgable…read moreof the nuances of various wines. The selection is vast, and while there are expensive, aged wines, there are also many great selections under $40. The store is also very well organized, so if you are looking for a certain type of red wine, country of origin, etc., you will quickly be able to find what you need. If not, the staff quickly point you in the right direction. Love this place!

Specifically made a reservation, and upon arrival our table was not ready for 10 mins. Not sure why…read morethis happened. Forced to wait in bar area which was high traffic and we were shuffled around. Not fond of our server's humor/attitude - felt a little uncomfortable. My medium rare steak was rare and I asked for it to be cooked me more. He kept asking are u sure in a condescending way, to which I replied yes, this is raw according to the high end steak houses I've been to. Yummy food though. Sucks hospitality is lacking here. Prob won't be back. Heard the bartenders are lovely people though.

Highly recommend! Quaint, great food, service and atmosphere! So happy I found it while visiting…read moremy daughter.

I must have passed Carlos and Carlos hundreds of times on Green Bay Road, always wondered if it was…read morea Mexican restaurant. Found out it's Italian, so based on positive reviews, my wife and I went there early last night. To start they bring out a warm mini-loaf of crusty bread with a small serving of garlicky olive tapenade -- we knew right away we were gonna enjoy this place. The Bella salad had a huge amount of arugula, pear, figs and goat cheese, enough for two. My wife had a special: spinach stuffed ravioli, with a paper thin dough -- very light and buttery. I had the tasty vermicelli amatriciana -- a huge serving, the leftovers was my lunch today. What's interesting was the waitstaff tag-teamed us: Everyone could do everything from take our orders to bus dishes -- you could see they were pros, had worked together for a long time. The only negative (which I will not deduct a star for): There were two huge TV's playing with their sound off -- this did not add anything, were rather distracting. But the food and service won us over -- we will be back.

I was looking for a place to have dinner with a former co-worker who lives up near the border of…read moreWisconsin. I was trying to find a place at least midway between us and discovered Carlos and Carlos on Yelp. Carlos and Carlos is old school from the perspective you actually have to call the restaurant to make a reservation. The space itself is located in what I think is a condo building. The space itself is compact, with tables relatively close together. We ended up sitting at table next to the kitchen door, which for me turned out not to be too bad as we were not sitting on top of other folks. The restaurant and bar were packed as it was a Saturday. Based on the size of the space and number of tables, I would strongly suggest making a reservation if you go there. We started out with fresh bread and one of their specials for the night: flash fried calamari served w/fresh tomatoes, pepperoncini peppers, shaved garlic, black olives, capers & garlic butter. This was a first for me as I have never had calamari served this way and it was great. Definitely a dish I would drive back to get. The bread was wonderful and hot. I could see through the kitchen as fresh bread was being pulled out of either a warmer or oven, not sure. It was served with some sort of olive oil and pesto, I think. It made for a lovely spread on the bread. For dinner I ordered a dish called "Meatballs" and it was just that, a whole lotta meatballs with some spaghetti thrown in as a side...HAHAHA! Not complaining, just staying a fact. The meatballs and pasta were good, but I would say there was a fair amount of garlic in the dish. I had my dish as a leftover and as I was warming it up, The Doctor commented that he could smell the garlic. The Doctor had the Pollo Vesuvio, which also came with pasta. I had a small piece and it was pretty nice. Again there was more meat than pasta, but again we were not complaining. The chicken was nice and tender and had a lovely flavor to it. My GF got the Risotto Al Fungi (Arborio served with wild mushrooms & goat cheese). Prior to sampling her dish, I would have absolutely stated that this was a dish I would not order in a restaurant as I wouldn't have any interest in it. I tried a spoonful of my GF's and was amazed at how good it was! The broth that the risotto was cooked in was chicken and I think beef. That with the goat cheese made this a very nice dish and the second reason I would drive here to do a repeat visit for dinner. Portion sizes were nice as The Doctor and I had plenty to eat and enough for light snack the next day. My GF had no leftovers, she became a member of the clean plate club. For dessert we shared a slice of the chocolate mousse cake, which was really nice. It had a lovely dark flavor to it and was creamy in texture. Service was nice and everyone was friendly. There is plenty of street parking within walking distance as well. While this is a bit of a drive for us to get to since it is outside of the city, I could see coming back here. I think I want to try a serving of that risotto on my own instead of a taste.

I went to Guildhall for brunch on a Sunday. We ordered the cinnamon roll, shakshuka with a side of…read moresausage, and the omelette. Everything tasted fresh and delicious! The cinnamon roll was surprisingly moist (we were skeptical due to its appearance) and sweet! The restaurant is bright and the service was very friendly. There was a nice mix of customers and there was even a party going on while we were there. I don't remember when I was last in Glencoe. It's charming! I'd love to come back for dinner or happy hour.

The inside of this restaurant is beautiful! You can also order sushi and Japanese food. There are…read moretwo restaurants that share the kitchen. I really liked the mushroom toast. Lots of unique mushroom and the creamy white sauce was delicious! The spinach ravioli was also delicious! each ravioli was stuffed. The service was attentive. We waited around 25 min for our food on a Saturday night. It's nearby the botanical gardens.

I met a friend after work at The Lawn, which is tucked away at Wilmette Golf Club. It's open from…read more11am-10 pm year-round. We sat overlooking the greens (late winter/early spring) so I can only imagine how gorgeous the setting is in nice weather. We had a casual dinner, relaxed and comfortable. I had firecracker shrimp (starter) and my friend had a Caesar salad. There are a lot of delicious options, so we made a plan to come back soon. We were alone for a while but then families started to come in. Service was friendly and relaxed.

Pleasant covered patio on which to chill and enjoy food and cocktails. Lovely fake nature via the…read moreadjoining golf course. The bar may even have Blanton's, if you are lucky. Only drawback is that a passing golfer may be sucking on a stogie. But then the unpleasantness passes.

Had an incredible meal at Napolita in Wilmette! We started with the Calamari, and it was easily…read moresome of the best I've had. It was perfectly crisp, light, and very delicious. The sauce paired with it was the real standout--full of flavor and the perfect complement to the dish. As for the main event, the pizza arrived piping hot and fresh from the oven. The crust had that perfect Neapolitan char, and the toppings were top-tier. It is rare to find a spot where both the starters and the pizza hit it out of the park, but Napolita nailed it. Great atmosphere, even better food. I can't wait to come back!

fabulous service…read more.. everyone loved their pasta and i found a new wine that i love - a super tuscan...delicious. the service was remarkable and ambiance was just lively enough to keep me awake but easy to have a conversation. i knocked off one star for may salad - heavy handed on the dressing when i asked for it to be light. i got the special autumn salad and for someone that doesn't typically love squash, i loved all the ingredients - they all complimented each other. the burrata that was shared wasn't the greatest - very "costco-esque" to me.