Hubby & I went there Saturday night, 7 pm reservations for my 55th birthday celebration. They sat…read moreus in the dungeon, aka, basement. Horrible table, crammed like an after thought to squeeze more money out of 2 suckers in the corner. When I complained, we were seated in Margo's section. I heard her tell the table next to us something along the lines, if they liked her so much, don't forget to leave a review! I foolishly thought, cool, we'll be in for a treat. Took 10 minutes before she came to us. We had to ask for water & the few times she came over, she acted like we were a major inconvenience. I ordered the Pappardelle Bolognese. At $29 it was a major ripoff. Had no taste & there were tiny scraps of veal. Photos I've seen of this dish have decent sized clumps of meat. The whole point of Bolognese is the meat!! The "wonderful" Margo only checked on us as soon as the food was delivered, asking how it tasted. It was just placed on the table, barely had a chance to taste it! Never asked if we needed drink refills until we were ready to leave, never came back to see if the food actually tasted good. My birthday wasn't even acknowledged by the hostess or the waitstaff. We will never return & highly recommend you avoid. Would give 0 stars if I could.

Disotto's always hits. I have been there twice and both times were delicious. The service is always…read moregreat as well. Such a cute spot that is cozy, intimate and has the best mood lighting. I have had the chopped salad which was delicious. The calamari, bread, & Brussels sprouts are amazing. The pasta is all homemade and hits the spot. Love it here!

We have been coming to Bella Via for years. Never a bad meal, always consistent, delicious food…read more Not sure what the griping is about. Try it, you'll like it! Short rib ravioli, minestrone soup, appetizer meatballs, tiramisu, and veal saltimboca excellent tonight as always. Every business, especially restaurants have an off night here and there. A chef gets sick, folks quit without notice, etc. It's a tough business. Don't be mislead by the star rating. This place is a gem.

Well we sat for 20 Minn for a waitress. this is just after…read morethe rush people were done and leaving. No beverage water yes No bread. Was Expected ...finally we order get food I asked for more bread and nothing. We are not from this area and will not come back. Is it a local favorite maybe but we are sitting here I need another a glass of wine we are here to eat and our waitresses was nice but in adequate. We are at the end of the night for them 8pm we'd gladly eat and drink more... I'd rather tip the bus man wait I did. Just an odd night for this place The beet salad was canned

Highly recommended. Quality home style Old School Italian American cuisine. A little crowded but…read morethat's part of its charm. Delicious EVERYTHING. Homemade and served by focused staff. From soup to gnocchi to chicken to dessert, we loved it all.

Great pizza, horrible automated ordering system. We ordered a half and half pizza pepperoni and…read moresausage. We picked up and the pizza was incorrect. When we called no one answered and the mailbox was full. They have lost the human factor of a local restaurant. It may be more convenient for them but they have lost my trust and loyalty.

The customer service here was impeccable! My sister and I stopped in randomly and everyone was so…read morekind! We learned some history about the restaurant itself, was recommended a great wine, and the food was great. The scallops were the best I've ever had and the pasta on the side was delicious. Very cozy restaurant, would definitely come back!

This place has been in business for 100 years. I can tell why. Looking for a perfect spot for a…read moredate night? This cozy old school familial place has that Italian charm you are looking for - sweeping you back in time. The customer service here is just right! From a nice greeting from the bar when you walk in to the server at your table, they make you feel right at home. The food is impeccable! At first we were not sure we would like it, but boy were we wrong! We started off with the duck polpetta - this small plate was absolutely fantastic and the sauce it came with had you scraping the plate for more. (Note though: the menu says THREE and we only received 2...) Our meals came with soup or salad and we each got a salad and soup - the salad dressing was out of this world. The minestrone was just okay. On to the entrees. My date ordered the salmon with a side of fettuccine Alfredo - this was cooked to perfection - so succulent and the seasoning was beautifully topped. I ordered the Veal Modenese - it was so flavorful I am still thinking about it the next day and how I could have it over and over again. Don't sleep on this place - make a reservation sooner then later, it's such a beautiful spot, if you like being taken back to the old time of Italian restaurants.

Don't have an Italian nonna? Stop at this little store in Highwood for the fresh pastas, and frozen…read moreentrees, soups, desserts, and Italian specialty goods. We love the lasagna, and don't let the small size or the price throw you, these are the best. The meat lasagna is really delicious and the pasta so tender. There is street parking, and a small lot. Check in advance for store hours. I haven't tried the tiramisu, but maybe I can find a special occasion to serve it.

Amazing dinner! The meatballs were delicious…read more The lasagna.... So good!!! My first time there but I will be back. It's pricey... but worth it!

Such a gem of a place. Nite N' Gale has that classic, welcoming vibe that makes you feel right at…read morehome the second you walk in. Whether you're sitting at the bar solo or coming in with family, it just works. It's got that rare mix of comfort and character you don't find everywhere. Their tavern-style pizza is the best in town! crispy, cheesy, and full of flavor. But my usual go-to? The ribs. Fall-off-the-bone tender and packed with flavor, very meaty,always a solid choice. And the Caesar salad here is next level.... It's the best I've ever had, period. They also serve Homer's Ice Cream, which is the perfect way to finish the meal! Especially if you're feeling nostalgic. Whether you're grabbing a bite after work or bringing the whole crew out for dinner, Nite N' Gale is the kind of spot you keep coming back to. Just consistently great food, great vibe, and good people.

Love this place and sorry to hear that they will be closing for good on 9/28/25. The boule bread…read moreis soft & warm on the inside and crispy on the outside. We started out with the grilled calamari which has really high quality squid and a parsley-butter topping. Delicious! I ordered the Moneybags pasta that I tried here on a previous visit. This time I had them with a vodka sauce and I honestly liked them a bit more with the marinara sauce. Others ordered the whitefish dinner & the shrimp de Jonge with creamed spinach. The spinach was thoroughly enjoyed by someone who rarely compliments anything. ;-)

Great local bakery and food. Ambiance is awesome and the owner Gino makes you feel welcomed…read more Highwood has great food and if you're in this area, stop by, get some pastries and coffee. You won't regret it.

Love this small chalkboard menu place! Great catering. Family owned! Incredible meatball sandwich!read more

We got a flyer in the mail featuring some good looking pizzas, pub favorites, and tacos de harina…read more Never heard of Cansino's, but we had to try them out. Man, am I glad we got the flyer, because they have since become one of our local favorites! For the longest time, Lou Malnati's was our favorite Chicago style deep dish pizza, but Cansino's is now #1 in town for us. Their cheese blend is soooo creamy, stretchy, and delicious! It's apparently their own in-house blend of California cheeses, and it reminds us of the tasty Wisconsin brick that's popular in Detroit style (possibly a little creamier but less salty). Their tomato sauce is super savory, with a rich herb blend and not too sweet or tart - it's so satisfying! The crust is firm and delicious, and their sausage is leaner than Lou's while having a stronger fennel essence. We still love other Chicago style deep dish pizzas, but Cansino's will be the first on our list when we get a craving. We love onion rings in principle, but are a little particular about how we enjoy them. Cansino's onion rings are excellent - crispy seasoned breading and supple onion slices that are cooked juuuust right. Their fries are also really tasty, and we loved their fried mushrooms. I've tried two of their Mexican style tortas, which were also very good (I loved the fajita style veggies and beans, and the seasoned beef was pretty good). The steak and veggies were excellent, and their bread was pretty good. Next time, I REALLY wanna try their paninos. Their staff is super-friendly, giving us great suggestions of new things to try. The restaurant is always clean and well lit. Prices are fair for the neighborhood. Their preparation times are reasonable, and everything we've ordered was ready on time. There's plenty of parking right in front of the shop, and their front entrance is easily accessible. They're right across the street from the Fort Sheridan Metra Station, so I recommend trying them out if that's your stop. They also have some breakfast items, so it might be a good treat before your morning commute. We're definitely going to be trying more of Cansino's menu, and we'll be sure to add more photos and updates.

tried cansino's pizza for carryout last weekend. got the thin crust marguerita, along with two…read moresalads, house garden salad and individual antipasto salad. the salads were very good--cold, crisp and fresh. pizza was okay--already cold and needed big reheating at home. also ordered spaghetti with marinara sauce. honestly we were both disappointed. the sauce was so-so, and lacked...alot. also had cheese already baked on it w/o having requested it--not thrilled with that. sadly, would not order that again. the interior of the restaurant is clean, bright and eating in is available. the takeout order was taken carefully and promptly.

Mixed feelings here!…read more Parking - I hate paying for valet when the parking is so close. It's seems unnecessary and excessive. I understand the need in the city as they are typically driving around trying to find a spot or a designated garage for your car. But when someone takes your car and literally pulls it into a spot right behind the restraunt it seems silly. Then when you're ready to leave you need to engage with that person again to pay even though you can see your car right there. It's only $5 for valet but honestly really silly and not needed. I'd understand for the busy nights like Thursday - Saturday. But not during the week. Just let people park please. The food was mixed. We are a little hyper critical coming from living in the city and being overall good cooks ourselves. I'm a sourdough baker and my husband an avid griller. But I'll break down a few highlights below. Appetizers. This was the highlight of our meal. We got the carrots (best), ricotta and lobster dumplings. The carrots were delicious - sweet, carmelized, nutty and cooked to perfection. Whatever you do don't leave without getting those. Ricotta - we liked this as it felt very Mediterranean. However I would have swapped the oregano with zatar and potentially some chopped dates / pistachios. But overall a nice crisp to the sourdough bread and great dipping action with the ricotta. Lobster ravioli - I really enjoyed this as well. Nice lemongrass flavor with a small kick. The lobster is puree so it's not chunky and more smooth. Entrees - my husband got the chicken which needed some butter on top and more juice to soften it up. A little dry. I got the pasta which was good but something a little more unexpected would be nice. Agnolotti? Desert - soft serve was weird. Tasted liked it was mixed with soda. Like it had a tart carbonated flavor. We are dairy dream lovers (Libertyville) so we may have both expectations for soft serve. Service - our waiter was exceptional! Ambiance - too quiet. I hate when I'm seated so close to people that they can hear everything we say. And as a loud nest coaster when I laugh in a silent room it's awkward. So my personal preference is louder restaurants where I can't laugh or speak without my neighbor hearing everything.

The ambiance is modern and sleek with plenty of indoor and covered outdoor seating options. Valet…read moreparking is available as street parking is limited. The menu is approachable offering steak, poultry, seafood and pasta entrée selections. The service was impeccable and included nice touches such as changing out flatware between courses, confirming allergies, etc. Every entrée was delicious, well-prepared and tasted fresh and healthy yet also had delicious flavors. Our entire party commented on the combination of flavors in their protein and freshness of the accompanying vegetables. Well done Deere Park!