Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Lincolnwood

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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ChicagoNear WestNorth SuburbsNorthwest Suburbs

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Albany ParkAndersonvilleAvondaleBucktown / Wicker ParkDes PlainesDowntown / Loop

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

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A photo of L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge restaurant

1. L. Woods Tap and Pine Lodge

4.7

Exceptional(8361)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Lincolnwood

Booked 115 times today

Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. The menu features American classics and barbecue specialties. Menu highlights include 12-Hour Smoked Prime Brisket, Buttermilk Fried Chicken, BBQ Ribs, and Wisconsin Fish Fry Friday.

2. Stefani Prime

4.7

Exceptional(2388)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steak • Lincolnwood

Booked 39 times today

Stefani Prime (Italian) brings Chicago dining; experience to Lincolnwood in a modern and comfortable environment. It offers prime cuts, the freshest seafood, signature Italian dishes and more. More than just a steakhouse, the name Stefani Prime is a nod to offering the best of everything from premium fare to top notch service. Stefani Prime is a collaborative effort between famed restaurateur Phil Stefani, wife Karen (owner of Inspired Catering & Events), and their children Gina and Anthony, the next generation of the Stefani restaurant group. Right off the Edens expressway, Stefani Prime is the ideal meeting place where the North Shore meets the city with guests enjoying a “city dining” experience without having to battle the downtown traffic and parking challenges.

3. Libertad

4.7

Exceptional(3239)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Skokie

Booked 17 times today

Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.

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4. Farm Bar - Ravenswood

4.6

Exceptional(296)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Lincoln Square

Booked 50 times today

Welcome to Farm Bar, your neighborhood farm-to-table destination in Ravenswood and Lakeview. We bring the best of Midwestern fare to your plate, using ingredients from our own Brown Dog Farm in Wisconsin. Whether you're here for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch, we’ve got something for everyone.Enjoy juicy burgers, crispy cheese curds, and fresh seasonal dishes that highlight the bounty of the Midwest, paired with a handcrafted cocktail or a perfectly selected glass of wine.When the weather’s fine, head upstairs to ARRIBA, our rooftop margarita bar with Latin-inspired snacks and great views.We're also committed to sustainability with digital menus linked via QR codes at each table.As of July 1, 2024, The Chicago City Council mandated a steep increase in hourly wages for food service teams. In order to meet this added cost, we've added a voluntary 3% COB fee to our checks. We can remove this fee upon request.Let’s eat, drink, and connect at Farm Bar and ARRIBA!

5. Tala House

4.7

Exceptional(244)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Andersonville

Booked 25 times today

We pride ourselves in offering only the best ingredients with an impeccable service. Whether you're joining us for dinner or weekend brunch, our dishes reflect a modern take on Chicago's melting pot of cultures where we celebrate our diversity and embrace flavors from around the globe. From locally sourced ingredients to unique flavor combinations, be ready to discover Tala’s story: cooking with no boundaries!

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6. Kie-Gol-Lanee - Uptown

4.8

Exceptional(238)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Uptown

Booked 18 times today

Opened in 2016, this Uptown Mexican eatery continues to gather accolades, including a spot on The New York Times' recommendations "36 hours in Chicago" and four straight years of being a MICHELIN Guide Bib Gourmand restaurant right up to the present.An immersive experience of Oaxacan cuisine featuring layudas (a.k.a. Mexican pizza), tamales oaxaqueños, enchiladas de mole, cornish hen and tacos de birria just to name a few. Their selection of margaritas made with homemade agua frescas with no artificial syrups and mimosas on the weekends is a must! Diners know to leave room too for the Oaxacan nicuatole (a flavored flan) and tres leches cake.Kie-Gol-Lanee comes from the Zapotec dialect meaning "Piedra Antigua" (old stone). Its Spanish version "Quiegolani" is the name of a small village in Oaxaca, Mexico, where the owners and siblings are from. Maria and Reynel Mendoza run this operation with their spouses, Leo and Sandra, whose mission is to preserve their family’s original recipes.

7. Anteprima

4.9

Exceptional(3554)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Andersonville

Booked 42 times today

Anteprima is a neighborhood gem, known for its authentic Italian cooking. The restaurant gets high praise for its delicious dishes, great service, and lively atmosphere. It's a neighborhood staple, with frequent returns from patrons. One reviewer even called it a 'neighborhood treasure'. With its consistently amazing food, warm service, and reasonable pricing, Anteprima is definitely a gem in Andersonville.

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8. The Green Post Pub

4.5

Awesome(36)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Northwest British • Lincoln Square

Booked 29 times today

Located in Lincoln Square's unique Rockwell Corridor, The Green Post (No. 49) is a testament to the centuries-old traditions and evolution of the Public House. Our aspiration is to offer guests a home outside of theirs; a place to meet with friends, host a meeting, read a book, play a game, work remotely, or watch a match amongst the historical architecture of our three rooms with additional garden spaces.

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9. Little Madrid Tapas Cafe

4.5

Awesome(281)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Tapas / Small Plates • Andersonville

Booked 20 times today

In January 2020, Little Madrid Tapas Café opened in Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood, a small, cozy, and colorful space. The restaurant transported guests back to Old Madrid with its warm atmosphere, delicious flavors, and enticing aromas that emanated from the kitchen. With a global pandemic raging around the world, Little Madrid Tapas Café remained a steady presence in the neighborhood and soon emerged as one of the best Spanish restaurants in Chicago.

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10. Jameson's Charhouse - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1758)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Skokie

Booked 7 times today

Fine-eating establishments know the essence of the restaurant business. It isn't merely enough to provide good food. The truly memorable dining experience depends upon several other ingredients from the top food selections, to the most dedicated people serving you. We want to lift your dining experience to a whole new level of harmony, which shows in our atmosphere and our philosophy to bring you an experience that is simply unparalleled in the restaurant industry.For more than 30 years, Jameson's Charhouse has served quality steaks, chops, and fresh fish, for exceptional value. Our extensive menu selections feature modern American cuisine full of delicious choices.

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ErinVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Michael- thank you for making our evening spectacular!
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Stefani PrimePrice: Expensive• Steak• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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DawnJ
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Enjoyable evening.. great food, great service, and great ambience.
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L. Woods Tap and Pine LodgePrice: Moderate• American• Lincolnwood
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4.7
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AndrewVIP
Chicago / Illinois •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious food and absolutely outstanding service! Seriously, I can't remember receiving such an excellent service - attentive, precise, efficient. We had water refilled immediately, and without asking, two attentive waiters worked as a team, so we were always taken care of if we needed a wine refill or anything else. It was Michelin star level food and service. Great appetizers with lebaneh. Crabcake was also superb. For the main course, we had seabass and filet mignon and loved both. Very good cocktails. I would only add some interior decorations - that's the only thing I can think of that could be improved. We'll definitely come back to this restaurant.
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Tala HousePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Andersonville
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4.7
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Karen
Chicago / Illinois •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Seafood entrees were excellent. Enjoyed the unique cocktails too. We'll be back.
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LibertadPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Skokie
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4.7
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John
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
This is a neighborhood gem. Great cuisine and nice vibe.
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Farm Bar - RavenswoodPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Lincoln Square
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4.6

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