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.

4 stars overall, but the food/drink is probably 3.5 - beautifully presented but composition is…read moreinconsistent . Nice ambiance that's casual enough to feel comfortable bringing my kids, but upscale enough for the evening to feel like a nice night out. Loved the appies - we got the cauliflower hummus and deviled eggs - highly recommend both. As for entrees, chicken sandwich was perfectly fried crispy with not too much breading, on a biscuit. Fries were just ok. They were unfortunately out of the schnitzel I wanted to try so I had the halibut special instead. The fish was perfectly cooked, but the composition of the fish was rather confusing - the lobster bisque-like sauce was fantastic on its own, but overpowered the delicate halibut. The crispy yuca strips went perfectly with the fish, but the dish was finished off with lots of shishito peppers - again, way too overpowering. I would have preferred a much subtler vegetable. Kids Mac and cheese was fantastic, with a hint of what I think was thyme. The drink list was heavily spirit -forward. I ended up getting a sangria which was good, but my husband thought the old fashioned was terrible. The balance of spirit vs bitters was completely off, plus it was served over tiny ice instead of a large cube. To top it all off, the cherry was muddled.

Fernando: best waiter ever - thanks! Great place for a casual dinner out. Nice variety of food and…read moredrinks and interesting specials for both food and drink.

Got lunch at this longtime Wilmette favorite. It certainly is among the most notable of the…read moredowntown hangouts. Valley Lodge Tavern has a classy but casual atmosphere good for groups and parties. A lot of the expected menu items. There's burgers and meaty things but also some lighter options. Big inside with a bar in the middle and tables all around. It's got plenty of room for large groups. There's also a pretty big patio. Gets crowded. Thankfully we were able to get seats at the bar and it was pretty fast to be honest. It's about $15 for a cocktail. Too expensive but good though. I got the Valley Lodge Signature, which is their main one of course. This is made with Chambord and Ketel One Citroen, along with cranberry, lime, and sour mix. It's about $17 for a burger. These are also too expensive but at least these come with a side. Each of us got the Classic Burger with a Beyond Burger patty. These have the basic toppings like lettuce, onions, and tomatoes. Has a lot of classic items but it's pretty expensive. It's located on Central Avenue among other restaurants and the theater. There's mostly meaty items but has some things for vegetarians.

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!

Great squash pasta for gluten free! Delicious French 75. Scallops were loved by my boyfriend. Cute…read moreambiance and great service. Definitely a yes!

We were out and about and stopped in for a quick lunch on the outside patio at 501…read more Our waitress was Brooke and she was both very pleasant and attentive. We split the Angus burger and the Ceasar side salad. The burger came with an ample amount of nicely seasoned fries so it was a near perfect lunch split for two. The patio is noteworthy - it's lovely and has plenty of greenery and space. All in all a great lunch option in downtown Winnetka.

Amazing. Every single thing our party of 6 ordered was terrific. We went over one week ago and…read moreeveryone is still talking about it. Salmon was amazing, filet was amazing, house gnocchi was to die for. We will be back.

Disclaimer: I'm a New Yorker who's moved to Chicagoland so maybe I'm a bit snooty but the regular…read moreYelpers in the Midwest should always be viewed with a star and a 1/2 less than what is expected normally. Can't remember the last time we were here but the wife remembered us enjoying their food. Went back last night and was again, a great experience. Fresh pasta, well-seasoned proteins, generous cocktail portion, and 2 bussers whom I felt like, were there to solely cater to our table only; I love restaurants when you don't have to ask, they just know. I would highly recommend this place if you're in the area for an NU event. If you're a local, get your butt over there tonight!

We hopped on the Metra and went down to Wilmette for an early dinner. Napolita is an easy stroll…read morefrom the train station and it is located in an attractive area that has a string of other eateries. The Neopolitan pies here do not disappoint and we also enjoyed a great beet salad. If you prefer eating outside there is seating along the sidewalk but it is fairly compact. All in all a great dining experience!

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!

A great midday stop after shopping till we dropped. We went in right at the start of business and a…read moreserver sat us promptly. The decor was minimalist to a degree but still so elevated and nice to look at, with cranes painted on the wall for a nice touch. Lots of natural light and great music. Both the cocktails and mocktails were pretty tasty. There was a strawberry mocktail that I really enjoyed, even though the specific name escapes me! The Chicago Fire Roll was EVERYTHING, and my mom was VERY satisfied with her Salmon Teriyaki bento box. I'll definitely make my way up there the next time I'm in town.

Overall, I think this place is decent. It is a little overpriced but what do you expect in the…read moresuburbs. Service is good. Salmon Sashimi or fatty salmon - delicious Fatty tuna sashimi - delicious Tuna and a white fish - a bit too fishy Spicy tuna roll - ok Wagyu Beef nigiri - delicious Ramen noodle salad - just ok, i'd try a different one

Very casual service which worked great for the conversational slow lunch we were looking for. Lots…read moreof miso and chicken broth in their ramens. I ended up with the pork base, chicken broth garlic ramen with a side of chili oil. The spice was mild, the flavor was ok. There were lots of noodles and a small amount of pork and veg. It was good, I just have different balance preferences. The bao (we had a shrimp and fried chicken) were good but with very small portion of meat - one shrimp in the shrimp bao. Iced Tea was in a bottle and not brewed.

This is the only place I can get a yuzu ramen! It is so good! They have tables inside and outside…read more It's a casual place which a big enough menu.

When I told my husband I booked a last minute reservation at Pescadero he said "oh good! we haven't…read morebeen there in awhile and i really like it there?" At the end of our meal he turned to me and said "it either used to be way better here or maybe the restaurants in the burbs have just gotten a lot better over time." Our meal last night at Pescadero was just A-OK. Our waiter got the job done, but wasn't overly helpful. Ex: he asked after we put in our entree if we wanted anything else and we decided to throw in some oysters. He then told us he didn't know if he could get them out before our entrees since he already put in the order. Well he asked, didn't he? When we asked if the east or west coast oysters were meatier his response was "they are all the same here." They get a star for having Riesling and it was a pretty tasty one. We had very unexciting shrimp cocktail and oysters for our apps. I would skip both next time, which is sad for a seafood & oyster bar. For my entree I got the scallops special. According to my last review from here i loved the scallops. These scallops (served with risotto) were enjoyable, but would probably order something else next time. And my husband said his salmon was just fine. I love a good seafood & oyster bar so bummed this didn't live up to our past meals here, but it's a nice atmosphere so was still a nice Sat evening out in downtown Wilmette.

This cozy lil corner restaurant is good place to grab a bite especially for happy hour. My GF has…read morebeen here several time and rants about the HH oysters. Let me tell ya it did not disappoint. We also ordered the Kids fish-n-chips, fried calamari, spicy chicken slider, clam chowder, and lobster bisque. I was a fan of ALL for the exception of the lobster bisque. Even though I wasn't a fan of it, try and it may suit you taste buds. The service was on point... water was consistently filled and check on within timely manner. Good experience... I will me back. Check this place out ... you might like it!!

Super cute place with high quality food and friendly staff…read more I had the St. Patty's Day special and it had amazing big chunks of the most delicious age tender corned beef. The poached eggs were pure perfection, with the whites firm and yolks runny. My husband's huevos rancheros were equally delicious. After breakfast we stop at the bakery section and bought a few pastries to take home. The selection was quite large and they were wonderful. So glad to have discovered this gem!

Phenomenal food with tremendous portions for the price. Incredibly kind service. A wonderful set up…read morefor that neighborhood friendly diner. If you need a great meal in-and-out in 30 minutes - or a relaxing meal with no urgency or leave - this is the place to be.