I was visiting family in Wilmette, and we needed a place to go for a quick bite with a 2 year and 5 year old. The decision was Buck Russell's. I'd been to Buck's once before, but it was a few years ago, and I had no recollection of my meal. I ordered the North Shore Turkey Club - the 2 and 5 year olds had the Chicken Tenders. The Turkey Club has oven roasted turkey, crispy bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato and garlic mayo. I opted out of the bacon and garlic mayo, substituting mustard! You can either have it in a white or whole wheat roll; I chose white. The turkey was sliced thin - it was very tender. The avocado add a nice touch to the tasty sandwich! I tried the Chicken Tenders the little ones were eating - they were very good! Crispy fried coating with a thick, tender piece of chicken! The service was quick, the prices were reasonable and it was a great place to stop and have lunch! read more

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Great spot for pizza, sweets, ice cream and hot&cold sandwiches. Three stores all tied together but separate at the same time. Each store is accessible from the other. Best Smashburger around, bar none! Great hot and cold sandwich's and some for breakfast served on croissants. Love the old time counter seating. Order at the counter, find a seat and they'll deliver it to ya read more

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Checked out this longtime popular Wilmette bakery and cafe. It has things for all occasions. Buck Russell's is unassuming to be honest. Has a lot of freshly made items. There's cakes along with salads and sandwiches. Big menu for this humble looking cafe. It's got a cake decorator so you can even order a big one. That's just one of the many services. A lot of customers like to get things to go. It's about $12 for a salad. Has a few to choose from. I got the classic Buck's Garden Salad. Full of flavor. This has avocado, banana peppers, broccoli, croutons, cucumbers, pickled onions, radishes, sunflower seeds, and tomatoes. Also there's a few sandwiches if wanting something hot. They have ones like clubs and Reubens. Quite a few to choose from. The ones they have are meaty. For sure it's got lots to get. It's only open at lunch. They also cater for big parties. read more

Buck Russell's - Buck's Garden Salad - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

Everything we hoped it would be. Primo stop after spending the morning at the hospital around the corner. We wanted GOOD food and Buck Russell's delivered. Delightful interior, exquisite selection of sandwiches (it was hard to pick!), and welcoming staff. Interior and patio seating available. The shop connects to Buck Russell's Bakery, and Pizza by Sal; so everyone in your party could really get what they're craving in one swoop. The Super Green Vegetable salad was loaded with flavor. The topping - olives, pistachios, Parmesan cheese, broccoli, asparagus, avocado WITH the lemon vinaigrette was some kind of magic. So bright and fresh - and you feel good eating it. If only it were closer to home so that I could try one of the 7 other menu items I wanted! read more

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The food especially the pizza looked so bad like it was two day old pizza. On a Sunday' around 5 pm. The place was busy. I really came for the cake and that was $100 for average size and they had no pieces. Really $$$ four times the price of even Whole Foods cakes. Than the Cahier in th pizza size didn't even understand the brand or the chain she worked for. read more

Overpriced sandwiches they're trying to do too much. Just give me a normal sandwich at a good price. Service was indifferent and the place is tiny. read more

I couldn't decide what to get for a mid morning meal. The staff person directed me to the breakfast sandwiches because I mentioned I didn't want a huge sandwich. I appreciated the suggestion and it was delish! read more

We stopped here to some hot chocolate so that's what we had it's good not to bad. Cool spot for sure lots of treats and cake and ice cream as well among other drinks. I do recommend it for sure. read more

Buck Russell's - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

Good sandwich options at a throwback 50's diner atmosphere near downtown Wilmette. Limited seating so good for smaller groups.

We were near Buck Russell's so we stopped in for sandwiches to go. The dining room has a cozy retro feel. I wouldn't be surprised if a movie filmed there. The staff are friendly and efficient. We didn't have to wait long for our order. The sandwiches are a bit expensive for what they are. I ordered The North Shore Turkey Club and my husband ordered the Smilin' Guy. Both sandwiches came on a hoagie roll in either white or wheat and come with a pickle spear. Both sandwiches were good although the vinaigrette on the club made for a messy eating experience. We are glad we gave Buck Russell's a try. read more

Buck Russell's - The North Shore Turkey Club - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

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North shore turkey club on gluten free roll was excellent! The bacon was extra crispy and the sandwich was huge. Gluten free brownie was amazing too read more

I heard they create some of the desserts for the nearby Sophia Steak so I had to try it! Part of the restaurant group. This is a dessert shoppe connected to the 'pizza by sal.' The oversized brownie was fudgy and topped with lots of giant chocolate chips They also offer a few cakes and ice cream in the old fashioned soda shop setup read more

Amazing sandwiches! Always a must visit when I'm in the area. The service is always quick and staff members are friendly

Ordered carry out. Was absolutely slammed inside, so I knew it was going to be good! When I walked in, I was automatically greeted and the staff quickly brought my food over. No waiting in a long line!! We got the Ham sandwich and the Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad wrap. I think that was one of the best chicken Caesar wraps I've ever had, and I eat a lot of them so that says a lot! Maybe order a sauce of side if you like it extra saucy, but I thought it was the perfect amount! Loved the ham sandwich as well. All the ingredients were super fresh! read more

Ordered a dozen cupcakes for a party, including a design in the icing. Had to call back three times to complete the order, even after filling out their online form. Total came to just under $100. These $8 cupcakes were largely indistinguishable from grocery store bought, and half of the kids did not like them. Other baked goods and cakes look much better. Would not recommend BR for cupcakes. read more

Good location in Wilmette, I had the Ouilmette Cheesesteak Sandwich, it was delicious, had a basket of fries and the kids had iced coffees and a cupcake in the bakery. I may be partial to anything John Candy I admit. read more

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The flavor of the sandwiches isn't bad, but the consistency of the bread and the ratio of bread to fillings was off. The bread was soggy, unfortunately. The pricing of the sandwiches seems to be wildly off, as well. One mini sandwich and chips cost basically what double that sandwich costs. Honestly, just not a place I think I'll return. read more

North shore interpretation of an old time diner, and it works pretty well. We went for lunch, and blissfully beat what looked like a non-trivial lunchtime crowd...which was good, as there is ample counter seating but only a few booths...and two of them were filled by single people taking up seating for four (sigh). Long list of sandwiches (which are small sub sized and served on rolls -- wheat or white -- in a variety of combinations). Our team had one turkey, one corned beef, and one cheesesteak...all of which were terrific. We also enjoyed an order of fries with their special sauce, which we're guessing is some variation on their dijonnaise, which appears on several sammies as well. Place was clean, charming, quick, and all around pleasant...if somewhat aggressively priced for pretty simple food. MAKE A POINT OF GOING OVER TO THE BAKERY! Cookies, cupcakes, ice cream...for me, that's where the magic of this place seemed to live...and I am disappointed that first-month-of-the-year calorie consciousness kept me from ordering a shake or malt, as they looked pretty awesome. The cookies were being sampled...so I can vouch directly for those. read more

Takeaway: Incredible sandwiches in a fun, old-school diner package, but definitely pricey for what it is Context: Dined-in for lunch What I Got: Turkey Jeweler (9/10) One of the best turkey sandwiches I've ever had. Warm shaved turkey with an incredible, just sweet and tangy enough spread with peppers that add that extra zing . Really just one of the best sandwiches I've had in the area - especially considering just how simple it was. However, for ~$14, it really was quite a small sandwich. I still think it's probably worth it, since the sandwich itself really was quite impressive, but the decor is actually a bit misleading in this sense, since you're expecting something a little more substantial with the image that it gives off. read more

Buck Russell's - Turkey Jeweler - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

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This place is the cutest - the ambiance transports you to a retro deli/diner. The staff is friendly and great at providing recommendations. I literally dream about the Italian sandwich called Smilin' Guy. The Smash Burger is SO good and such an underrated option on the menu. The kiddos like the Miss Piggy and Gobble Gobble - I reco getting mayo on it so they aren't completely dry and plain. If you are there for breakfast, don't sleep on the Buckaneer and add avocado -- SO good! Lastly, the bakery is so good -- we love the sprinkle cookies, the kids are obsessed with them. If you are in Wilmette, I highly recommend Buck Russell's!! read more

Had a great lunch. Food and service was top-notch sure wish this little gem was a little closer.

This seems like it's the new go to place for families in Wilmette. I have been there twice now and both times extremely crowded with a wait but the service is quick. The first time we went my boyfriend got the cheesesteak and I got the roast beef sandwich. Today I got a breakfast croissant which was delicious. Yes it is only the sandwich, but with prices the way they are going up I would rather pay more for something that's delicious than pay less for something that's just OK. Bakery looks amazing!!! Only open for breakfast and lunch but it's worth the wait!!! read more

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$15 Tiny sammich, unsatisfied. Nice quality food, ice cream. All the employees are great and so is the atmosphere.

Buck Russell's bakes some tasty cookies! The chocolate chunk and M&M cookies are HUGE and loaded with chocolate. The snicker-doodles, oatmeal chocolate chip, and sprinkle cookies are large and soft. The macaroons were super tall, tasty, and chewy - perfect for any gluten free customers. I look forward to tasting their sandwiches and other baked goods. Glad they have joined the downtown Wilmette neighborhood! read more

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Needed a bite after touring the Ba'hai temple and this was a perfect choice. My friend and I each ordered a sandwich and swapped halves. The Reuben was excellent. Caprese was good, but the addition of lettuce was a bit odd. So many options on the menu. Plus an attached bakery where we got a cookie to go. Very clean dining area and an outside option too. Service was brisk and friendly. read more

Very mediocre sandwiches overpriced only will meet people would pay that price for a sub sandwich. That's not even that good.

Rode my bike from Lakeview to here on a beautiful day.. ordered a salad with turkey on it. Was so fresh and delicious! They have seating outside and the place was immaculate. Highly recommend this little gem! read more

Expensive, not much quantity, and kind of bland flavor. Been there twice. Not sure why it's so popular. The atmosphere is nice and fun, but it doesn't make up for the food. The company's other restaurant Sophia's is excellent. Not sure why they can't do the same on the casual end with Buck Russell's. read more

$8 for a coffee cup of chili and $4 for an ice tea - seriously? I don't mind the cost but give me some value here. read more

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The sandwiches are well made and the service was great. Planning on making this a regular stop.

Love the diner vibes, fresh fries, and actually flavorful and hearty veggie sandwiches. Great for kids!

Cute place but it's very pricey for nominal food. Like a magpie for shiny and colorful things, I wandered into the bakery because I saw pretty cupcakes, cookies, and sweets. I ended up choosing the King Pin cupcake (caramelized maple on a yellow sponge with airy frosting encrusted in shiny sprinkles, labeled $3.75 but actually $4.25, total of $5), which was delicious but not transcending. The staff was nice as they offered recommendations (pecan bar, Buck Ranger cookie) and told me about the restaurant. I came away with a print restaurant menu, which I perused. Diner fare. Prices were on the high side; but this seems a posh neighborhood. Maybe I need to give the restaurant a chance but so far, I'm not yet impressed. read more

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The design of this place, connected with its bakery, is adorable. Love the retro vibe, the cushy booths, the cleanliness, and the bar stool seats. You order up front and they bring the food to you. We got the Ouilmette Cheesesteak and the Turkey Bacon Club. The bread was unique in that it was toasted and yet soft/chewy, for both sandwiches. The Turkey Bacon Club was better than the Cheesesteak - the sauces, likely including mayo, was the perfect balance. While the Cheesesteak was a little disappointing, lacked a bit of flavor and was a tad greasy. All in all, because these sandwiches were an okay size but did not include any sides, I'd consider it a little pricey ($12-13/sandwich). There's easy street parking outside usually. read more

Overpriced, over hyped, teeny tiny sandwiches and the "side" of pasta salad for $3 is in a condiment cup. They should be embarrassed, honestly. But I guess when people willingly hand over $12+ for an unremarkable sandwich, they're laughing all the way to the bank. What's really odd are their hours- they cease making sandwiches at 3pm and just continue to serve ice cream, cookies and sugar until 9pm. The best ice cream in Chicago is at Homer's I am impressed that they want to compete. In any event, I don't get the popularity and am kind of offended that John Candy and John Hughes are being used to sell mediocre products. read more

Really wanted to like it, because I work in Wilmette everyday for last 10 years. The sandwiches are small portioned sized and average tasting for the price. $12 for a 6-7" sandwich? Really nice people that work here. Very clean cool restaurant, but just can't get behind it yet. Haven't tried the bakery, but will report back. read more

One of the best cakes I've ever had in my life!! So good! Soo moist!!! Great flavor! We ordered cakes off their regular menu for birthdays and events. We ordered a custom birthday cake and smash cake for our son's 1st birthday. Everyone raved how delicious it was!!! Also got custom cookies!!! They are our go to bakery now! Also good sandwiches!! read more

Buck Russell's - Custom Thomas Cake!!!! Best!! - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

If you're a sandwich person, you have to try Buck Russels in Wilmette! The North Shore Turkey Club was to die for. The perfect balance of toppings and the Buck's vinaigrette was a nice touch. We sat outside and enjoyed the weather. Great spot and super friendly people. read more

Buck Russell's - North Shore Turkey Club - Sandwiches Near Me - Wilmette, Illinois

Looking for a great place for cool sandwiches, unfortunately got there too late for any kitchen food. I had a cheddar chive biscuit that was so good! Coffee cake was great as well. My only disappointment was how messy the dining area was. Two guys just hanging behind the counter, with messy tables and a very messy floor. Need to try their sandwiches. I plan on going back! read more

If you want a sub $10 sandwich, go to subway or potbellys and get a sub par sandwich. If you want a sandwich with better quality meat and bread then come here. The inside is a neat diner spot but small. Bunch of outside tables once the weather turns. A big plus is they have fries compared to chips (which they also have) like most sandwich shops. We had the north shore turkey club and midwest cowboy, both excellent. Their cole slaw and fries were great too. We ventured over to the bakery after our meal and bought 2 cookies for later. $4-$5 for a cookie, kind of expensive but they were great. We will back for more sandwiches and the bakery soon. We live in west glenview and haven't found better sandwiches from us to Buck Russel's. read more

I just started a new job in the neighborhood so decided to try this 4 star sandwich shop. Um! $21 later for a 1/2 sandwich (kids portion with ONE pc of ham) a small cup of lukewarm chili & a bag of chips--NO drink! Did I mention this was $TWENTY ONE DOLLARS?!? I love supporting small businesses, but sorry Buck, NEVER again! read more