Bluegrass

4.9

2563 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Bluegrass is a casual restaurant located in Highland Park. With a cozy setting nestled into the west side of town it is a true destination dining location. Complete with a warm friendly bar and an American flare, Bluegrass blends in a little Southern influence into its repertoire. The wine and beer selections are all American, along with a full back bar, all hand selected to echo the quality of the fare. Aside from a beautiful setting, the restaurant has extraordinary food and service with a remarkable value.
Check our website for details on the events during the summer, as well as our Facebook page. We have many wonderful, rotating specials therefore consult our online menu regularly.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Southern, Barbecue
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(847) 831-0595
Website
http://www.bluegrasshp.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We now cater for home, office or in our dining room, check out our website for current menu suggestions. www.bluegrasshp.com
Private party facilities
We only open for private parties Saturday lunches. We do open for showers, weddings, anniversaries and any large group over 40 guests. Everything from a Brunch to Cocktails and appetizers.

Location
1636 Old Deerfield RD, Highland Park, IL 60035
Area
Highland Park
Cross Street
Richfield Road and Old Deerfield Road
Parking details
Plenty of FREE parking, with two lots next door for over flow, and additional parking across the street at the Highland Park Police Department.
Public transit
Chicago Northwestern line in downtown Highland Park is about 1.5 miles away.
Entertainment
The Best Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) in Chicago!
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

What 2,563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Chicago / Illinois
American
North Suburbs
Best Overall
North Suburbs
Best Food
North Suburbs
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Bluegrass is a standout dining destination known for its "outstanding New Orleans cuisine" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "delicious food," including the best jambalaya outside of New Orleans and the "amazing crawfish étouffée." The restaurant is a neighborhood gem with a diverse menu and "friendly, attentive staff."

2,563 Reviews

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Steve
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Inconsistent protein preparation especially the Ribs and also the Pork Belly. The Corned Beef, Shrimp and Ahi Tuna were excellent. Gumbo was very good and Bread Pudding was OUTSTANDING.
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Scott
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and staff. Highly recomemded. The ice box pie is to die for.
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Randi
Chicago
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
service was terrific, cocktails strong and food was tasty (shrimp/chicken with dirty rice, shrimp and grits, BBQ plates, artichoke fritters). oh and the bananas foster. only complaint was that at 7:30, they were out of the grouper and both etouffees. an early dinner crowd - we were almost the last table there at 9:30.
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Randi
Chicago
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food is always wonderful. Our waitress was extremely helpful. Great evening had by all.
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Lynn
Chicago
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely delicious. We had the ribs and shrimp with grits and sausage. Service was excellent. We’ll be back again.
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Patricia
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bluegrass was a pleasant surprise. Great variety on menu and the waitress explained options well. Met the owner Joanie and manager tableside checking on us and learning about each other. Bar service good with Hurricane and ale. Our party of two dined on pulled pork sandwich, Rémoulade Salad topped with lump crab and added a serving of fried crawfish. Delicious! Tried the shot of Gumbo and was not disappointed. Finished with gifted serving of Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding. Going back to try more southern menu choices.
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April
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’ve been to this restaurant several times I always enjoy it
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Marty
Chicago
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Owners an all staff are very friendly and want to accommodate. Food and service were excellent.
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Peggy
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, service and ambience. We will go there again!
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Maria
Chicago
46 reviews
vip
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Always a favourite, look shrimp and grits, salmon, dirty rice. So many great dishes.
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FAQs

Bluegrass offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 831-0595.

Bluegrass is rated 4.9 stars by 2563 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1636 Old Deerfield RD, Highland Park, IL 60035

Additional information

Cross Street
Richfield Road and Old Deerfield Road
Area
Highland Park
Hours of Operation
Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–8:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Southern, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Plenty of FREE parking, with two lots next door for over flow, and additional parking across the street at the Highland Park Police Department.
Public transit
Chicago Northwestern line in downtown Highland Park is about 1.5 miles away.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
The Best Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) in Chicago!
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.bluegrasshp.com/
Phone number
(847) 831-0595
Catering
We now cater for home, office or in our dining room, check out our website for current menu suggestions. www.bluegrasshp.com
Private party facilities
We only open for private parties Saturday lunches. We do open for showers, weddings, anniversaries and any large group over 40 guests. Everything from a Brunch to Cocktails and appetizers.

Bluegrass

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Bluegrass

Fried Shrimp

Shrimp Jambalaya

Menu

What 2,563 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does Bluegrass offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Bluegrass restaurant rated?

Is Bluegrass currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

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