Cozy French inspired cafe in downtown Lake Forest plaza. It's a fantastic dessert stop for…read morebeautifully executed European style sweets in a charming setting. At this most recent stop we tried the hazelnut and chocolate coconut cake. Not overly sweet, beautiful, decadent, where the star ingredient shines. The long john donut was also super fresh and delicious While the service tries to be very attentive and friendly, the ordering process to dine-in can be daunting and should be improved. It's not clear if the order will be brought to the table or if one needs to pay for the order before consuming. It's one of our favorite dessert stops. We'll be back soon

The owner is incredibly attentive and kind. She made sure our tables were clean and wanted to make…read moresure everything was perfect for us. The donut was delicious and airy and the cakes were light and delicious The ambiance was very clean and pleasant. I will definitely come back!

5/1/2024- Mother's…read moreDay around the corner... Wanted to send something special for my very dear Mother figure.. Fellow Yelper Britt C. mentioned this, so I decided to try it .. Selection is rather small , but I went with the three pack of breads, and a cinnamon Apple Streusel Cake.. Cost is where I'd expect, and I hope that she will receive it before Mother's Day and enjoy it! Will update once it is received and tested.. We both bake and cook, so will see what she has to say..

I always crave Hungry Monkey brownies. They are so divine. Everything that Cindy makes is so…read moredelicious. If you haven't ordered from here, you are definitely missing something. I always love supporting small businesses. This is one you have to try, you won't be disappointed.

Commence the chocolate dance when you pass through these doors. 10/10! I tried the butterfinger…read morecaramel apple, snickers caramel apple, and turtle pretzel rods. I want more! The chocolate tasted like quality and the pretzel rods and apples were FRESH! Words cannot express how good it was - try it out for yourself. There are so many options beyond what I tried, but these are my staples when I visit. The great news is I have one of these locations close to me, but never experienced it. I hope it tastes as good as this location!

Searching for an anniversary gift for a woman that has everything, tasty chocolates seemed like it…read morewould fit the recipient. Recently walking down Milwaukee Ave after dinner, we came across this place--we had to stop by during business hours. I called a few days later and talked to Nathan...what a wonderful young guy! When we went in to the cozy shop, to see he and his coworkers, for gifts, they were so helpful. Buying a pre-boxed selection was one option or picking out some truffles, peanut butter "buckets, and other beautiful chocolates. The recipient absolutely loved them, thoroughly enjoying the toffee, the peanut butter confections, and the truffles---the dark chocolate lemon and the red velvet with white chocolate were the big winners! Seriously, think about giving confections and chocolates for the holidays, from this place! It has the small-town feel to it with the help, the location and the selection. Check them out for corporate gifts or personal gifts...they wrap beautifully! See them sooner than later, the holidays will be here before you know it!

This place is fantastic. When I come to visit, I always beg my mother to drive this way to grab…read moresome toffee

Women-owned, family recipe? Can't beat that! I've often walked by the shop without thinking twice…read moreabout it, and whenever I do want toffee, it's usually a late craving. But recently, I was able to stop in and smelled the fresh toffee. I was looking for a few gifts for some friends and family for their birthday. The shop is small but mighty, located in downtown Highwood across the street from the metra station. It is street parking, and all complimentary. They have so many incredible options, seasonally and traditional. But no matter which option you get, you're in for a treat. I was able to meet the owner, when I stopped by and she shared how meaningful the recipes were and how her love for making toffee came about. With each bite you definitely taste the love. If you happen to see their toffee potato chips, definitely grab them! You won't regret it!

A cute and local candy and ice cream shop, Sugarville lives up to its name. Candy options range…read morefrom traditional staples, to 90s favorites, to popular kids candies. They have a variety of ice cream options and shakes. Be ready for a three scoop serving if you don't ask for different options. The space is instagram-able and walkable from other local restaurants and shops in downtown Libertyville.

I have reviewed this business before, so not sure why my review is not available. Sugarville is a…read moregreat shop to enjoy delicious ice cream and candies. The few times I have been here, I have had good experiences and enjoyed the ice cream. They offer Homer's ice cream from Wilmette, IL. Homer's is one of Chicagoland's best local ice cream shops. They have good quality ice cream and awesome flavors. The ice cream is creamy and has a good flavor. Their Banana Macadamia Nut is my most favorite. I also like their Coconut, Butter Pecan, Triple Berry, and Bourdeaux Cherry flavors. Their Tuesday special of Bring Your Banana for a banana split for $5 is a great deal. We love it. The service is always friendly. The shop's decor is nice and welcoming. The menu pricing is reasonable and the value for what you pay is really good. Check out Sugarville if you haven't before.

I've learned that when I attend events (weddings, bar mitzvahs, etc) I mostly eat the apps and…read moredesserts. So when i'm planning my own parties I try to make sure I have fabulous appetizers and desserts. This past weekend we celebrated my son's bar mitzvah. We chose to bring in our own dessert vendors. I knew we would want Jo Jos Shake Bar since it's always a hit with kids (and adults too), but also wanted to have a fabulous sweets table. For my daughter's bat mitzvah we did it at ravinia festival and they had brought in a bunch of different dessert vendors including Desiree Chocolates. Her desserts were not only delicious (i ate the leftovers for about a month from my freezer), but also absolutely beautiful. When my event planner suggested we reach out to Desiree for sweets I was all in. Desiree made the process pretty easy. We set up a call to discuss our needs and decided on a sweets table + a churro cart. Then many months later we got together for a dessert tasting, which my son claims was the most fun part of the mitzvah planning process. We loved it all, but even added a few of our favorites to her menu- cheesecakes, carrot cake to name a few. The sweets table and churros cart were absolutely perfection and I love how she did a great job of tying my son's tennis theme into it too. I had a few bites of sweets that night since i was too busy socializing to eat much, but i took home a few trays of desserts and fudge and have been munching on them ever since. This time I only took home a bit because i didn't want to eat it for a month like i did last time, but we did have quite a bit leftover - probably since a lot of people filled up on Jo Jos Shake Bar. However, I've had so many compliments since the party on Desiree's cake pops, churros and other desserts so they were a big hit once again. I would definitely use Desiree for future events again- she makes fabulous sweets and displays it all beautifully!

My family recently went from celebrating a wonderful wedding to a tragic last second funeral…read more Desiree Chocolates was there for both with their delicious sweets. What an amazing offering of items to choose from! The cake pops were well received, and who doesn't love a chocolate covered oreo? I think I had one of those Dubai candy bars that are all the rage (or maybe were all the rage, I'm often behind the trends) and it was one of the best things I've eaten period. The custom churro bar is lots of fun and would be easy to set up wherever you need it. And everything is decorated perfectly, from the confections themselves to the tables and plates they sit on! Desiree Chocolates is a great option for whatever event you've got, just bring your sweet tooth!

5 stars for the food but took off 1 star for service and 1 star for the smell. My daughter and I…read morecome here almost weekly and our clothes and hair reek so badly afterwards. Being that it's winter I have to wash our jackets immediately after to rid the smell. I haven't seen many reviews that mention it though, do others not notice it? I am embarrassed to go to other stores or activities afterwards. Sometimes when we go inside the cafe the air is thick and cloudy. Unfortunately this is my daughter's favorite spot, and I can't deny that the food, drinks, and chocolates are great which are mentioned in detail in everyone else's reviews. Service is hit or miss depending on who's working but can generally expect it to be cold. However, all the people who work there work extremely hard in a tight space to take orders and cook. Perhaps they aren't trying to be rude but are just busy. I do want to recommend the tomato and basil soup. It's so good and comes with a delicious cheese toast. It's the best when the cheese is melted off the bread and crispy! You can get an extra cheese toast for $2.

This is one of my to go to places for a quick lunch or coffee with a friend. I'm probably there at…read moreleast once a week. I like the ambiance and their menu. I usually get their Brie & Prosciutto Croissant which is delicious! Lately I've discovered another favorite.. Strawberry Belgian Waffle. It is SO GOOD! Their waffle mixture is just so delicious I really can't get enough of it :) I typically go with a cappuccino or a regular coffee. Today's coffee didn't taste very fresh though. My friend got an omelette, which she enjoyed. The service...that is the one thing that still needs improvement. I've already shared my feedback with the manager a few weeks back regarding one certain employee who is unfortunately very unfriendly and straight up rude. The manager knew exactly who I'm referring to and was supposed to "address it", however when I was there last week the girl was still there and her attitude/behavior seemed unchanged. Other girls working there are very nice and friendly though! Easy street parking! I will be back!

My favorite restaurant on the north shore. Consistently wonderful food and great service…read more Theyvtreat you so well on your birthday with complimentary bubbly and dessert! The scallops and steaks are fantastic and the hot rolls they serve divine. The mashed potatoes the best I've ever had in a restaurant. Highly recommend!

Recently, the Hubby and I celebrated our 43rd Anniversary at @Sophia Steak, @Lake Forest, Il. As…read morefirst-timers, we were looking for somewhere new and special to celebrate, and after reading several great reviews, we decided to give Sophia Steak a try. We headed there for Happy Hour, which runs from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM and is definitely on the short side! We actually thought we'd be the only "early birders," but the bar area filled up surprisingly fast, so clearly this happy hour is popular with the locals. Sophia offers a fantastic $10 Happy Hour menu featuring cocktails, beer, wine, and five appetizers. Between the two of us, we ordered four of the five appetizers offered, and honestly, every single one was a hit. The Potato Croquettes were incredibly light and fluffy, the Ahi Tuna Crisp was absolutely delicious, and the Nashville Chicken Bites packed great flavor. The Meatball Sliders were another standout -- flavorful and juicy, and actually held together instead of falling apart after the first bite! To make the evening even more special, the bartender heard we were celebrating our anniversary and surprised us by comping a dessert: the Sticky Toffee Bread Pudding. Absolutely delicious and the perfect sweet ending to our meal. Even better, our total bill came in under $100! I highly recommend @Sophia Steak's Happy Hour if you're looking for affordable yet classy dining in Lake Forest. Next time, we'll definitely be back to try dinner.