It was my first time at this cozy place, and I really like that atmosphere and the food. The…read moreservice was excellent, and the drinks are really cool. If you haven't been there yet, be sure to check it out.

Sweet and charming breakfast cafe in Ravinia neighborhood called Fluffy Bunny. I don't know the…read morereason behind the name, although it could be because there is an emphasis on freshly prepared, healthy food? I tried a mushroom latte (less caffeine, adaptogenic properties of mushrooms, more focus and energy) and it was great. My friend had a latte -- they serve organic Julius Meinl coffee. I tried an avocado Bay waffle -- with the vividest brightest salmon and greenest ripest avocado -- judging by the jewel like colors alone, this painterly breakfast was as beautiful as it was tasty. My friend enjoyed the Honey Bunny Syrniki, an Amish farmer cheese pancake (gluten free) with berries, which to me was a little like those jiggly Japanese soufflé pancakes. It was tasty and light and served in a bunny ear dish. There are bunnies in the decor, and the menu is named after bunnies. I don't know why but this sweet cafe is for every bunny.

I'm not sure that I've ever had a bad experience at Spirit Elephant. The handcrafted cocktails and…read moremocktails are always refreshing and flavorful and the presentation of the drinks, as well as the food is always photo-worthy. I always look forward to the seasonal rotation of menu items, as I know the ingredients will be fresh and in season, and I love looking forward to new dishes. I absolutely adore Spirit Elephant and have loved making this my go-to spot in Winnetka. I have had Meet Up events, girls brunches and date nights here, and always enjoy the experience. I've honestly been here more times than I can count. My omnivore friends are always pleasantly surprised once they've been officially introduced to the magic of Spirit Elephant. I've loved watching all of the small changes over the years, and have appreciated that the quality of the food and handcrafted cocktails has never changed. I have raved of the patio in the past, but they've since done two major upgrades, and I love spending weekend afternoons with a group of friends during the warmer months on their patio even more. The staff is phenomenal, and I appreciate that I always know my server will have an excellent recommendation whenever I stop in (I mean, you truly cannot go wrong with anything that you order).

Always a treat! Finally made it to happy hour just tinder the wire. We tried the bao buns and poke…read morenachos - both were amazing. The tofu in the bao buns was so crispy and delicious that my carnivore friend said tasted just like pork belly. Having never had pork belly, I was happy that to me it tasted like tofu since I love tofu. The poke nachos were a bit spicy for me but flavorful and delicious. Again, my friend thought it really tasted like tuna. My friend wanted to split the steak which I thought wasn't their strongest dish because it tasted more processed and not like lovely tofu nor like meat. But for those who enjoy vegan steaks, it was quite flavorful and moist. The potatoes were so fluffy and crispy. But not my fav of their dishes. As always the manager, Jordan, comes by and makes us feel like VIPs, laughing and treating us like old friends. And the whole team works together smoothly. Being surrounded by plants with perfect warm lighting makes the ambiance just as wonderful as the food itself.

Still love this place. Came here again for the Christmas vibes 2 days before Christmas to get some…read morework done. I needed to bribe myself with coffee I didn't make myself and to get out of my house to plow through a bunch of work admin. I took a chance coming here because I know they have some laptop policies, particularly around Christmas. This time it was no laptops after 9am and then none on Friday and weekends during the holiday season. (During the rest of the year it's certain tables that aren't allowed to use laptops and/or certain tables at certain hours). I came in at 7am and it was good motivation for me to knock out a bunch of things efficiently since I have a 9am cutoff lol. They also now put that notice on their front door, which is helpful and was my complaint last year when I came here to do work on a Saturday and found out I couldn't. As always, the coffee was great, and the Home Alone installation is always fun. Their tartines are also always amazing. Definitely keeping this in my regular rotation.

Stopped into Towne & Oak with my son after his doctor's appointment for a quick bite and it was so…read moregood. First time there and definitely won't be our last. My son got the croissant egg and bacon breakfast sandwich and loved it. I got the yogurt and granola. Both were super fresh and delicious, just wish there was a little less honey on mine because it was a bit heavy for me. I also ordered an almond milk cappuccino and it was SO good. We were there around munch time, and it was moderately busy for that time of day. They brought out the food quickly. Was super cute inside and gave off costal vibes. Already looking forward to coming back and trying more things on the menu.

For starters, let's get the spelling correct, it's the Freehling Room. Specifically, a private -…read moreyes private, dining establishment adjacent to the Bennet Gordon Hall, within Ravinia Park, in the town of Highland Park. This place should be exempt from any Yelp review, including this one, as it is (again) in the private domain, not public. Well, how much you ask, is 'membership' - correction there also, that well publicized on Ravinia's website under 'benefactor levels'. No specifics given here as that is not the purpose of this review. Therefore it is my assumption that any previous trashy reviews, should be given the reader attention they should - that being, less than none. Less than favorable reviews more than likely came from bitchy benefactors guests, not the benefactor(s) themselves, who more than likely picked up the tab for dinner, that made it possible for their ignorant barbarian 'guests' who amazingly learned to spell and dine with a fork and knife without dragging their knuckles, to write this garbage. The elegance of the room is understated, you can feel a warm vibe once you walk in This is the place for civilized dining, pre or post concert, whether the CSO or Pitbull is playing The front end is conducted by Debbie, while the staff performs in unison, just like an orchestra. The kitchen art cooked by Chef Carlos, is like Picasso on a Plate This is a 'must visit' place To miss coming here, and sharing that experience with a precious loved one, is tantamount to saying no to happiness End of story

If you are an Opus donor or higher benefactor, you can reserve here. Civilized dining, and very…read moreoften outstanding. The welcome is warm, the martini's are cool and the limited menu never disappoints. It's quiet and a counterpoint to the crowds of picnickers outside on the Ravinia lawn. Again, this a a private dining room, and doesn't belong on this page.

Had not been there since before the pandemic and they have not lost a step or closed like many…read morerestaurants in the area. This was a birthday and Mother's Day dinner for six and we felt Prairie Grass would be a good place to celebrate. Good choice. Our lovely server Claire took drink orders and allowed us time to talk and enjoy each others company. We brought a bottle of wine and that was not a problem and Claire took out the cork. Everyone raved about their food. My daughter had the white fish, her sister in law had a burger, her mother in law had a nice salad, my son in law had two chicken breasts, and I shared a beet salad and the tuna entree with my wife. All delicious based on the groups comments. My tuna came with shiitake mushrooms, and we substituted wild rice for a vegetable. Excellent. There were two birthdays and our server brought two chocolate treats with candles for the two girls. I also had the Mango ice cream and a turtle candy. The turtle candy was the one weak point of the meal. As we all know, the price of dining out has truly increased and I feel you really need to get a bang for your buck at most upscale restaurants and I would consider Prairie Grass in that category. I r really feel that with the good service and really terrific food we got our bang for our buck. Very pleased with all aspects of our dinner. Will return soon for a date night.

The food is the standout thing here. The crispy chicken melted in my mouth and the chocolate…read morepudding was to die for. The staff could have been better. They seemed annoyed with us. And we could have been annoying because of the ants that were accompanying our window and occasionally made their way to our table. We complained. No one seemed concerned. No attempt to get rid of them (we kept trying to divert them), move us or even acknowledge their existence. But might have been the best chicken I've ever had.

I love I love I love brunch café. All the servers are nice and their food is so fresh and yummy…read more I come here a lot, probably 1-2 times a week. Quick service and great variety. I would recommend.

Love the huge selection of brunch and lunch dishes. All four of us adored what we ordered here…read more My dish: South Beach was a delicious blend of scrambled eggs with avocado, spinach, bacon and cheese. It came with breakfast potatoes and pancakes. The pancakes were way above average with a lovely vanilla taste and fluffy interior. Our server was decent, quick with drink refills and the food arrived quickly. Highly recommend!

I have been excited about the addition of Bean Bar to our neighborhood in downtown Northbrook for a…read morewhile.  We finally had a chance to visit together before we went to the Art in the Park the Saturday of the Mother's Day weekend!  It totally justified all the hype! Given it was a Saturday, there was an annual art fair in the Village Green close by, and the Mother's Day weekend, we expected it to be very busy, and it was justifiable so.  There was a rather long line placing orders at the cashier, but it moved quickly.  There were many laminated menus for us to read while waiting in line.  The cashier was friendly, patient, and helpful in answering questions.  Our daughter ordered an Avocado Toast and a Berry Zen Refresher.  My husband and I found that a good idea, and each of us also ordered an Avocado Toast, although I had hoped that I got different types of dishes to photograph, lol.  Husband had a Cappuccino, and I had a large Iced Pistachio Latte (oat milk).  This simple brunch came up to $77.34 with tip, and it's worth it. All 3 Avocado Toasts were perfectly made.  All the ingredients were very fresh, although there wasn't a lot of seasoning, the taste of each ingredient worked well together to achieve a delicious dish.  I especially liked the over easy egg and the crispy edges of the warm toast.  My Iced Pistachio Latte was very good without being too sweet. Although the food and drinks were the star, the ambiance was so pleasing and relaxed that totally elevated the entire experience.  The dining room with high ceiling and chandeliers was spacious and beautiful.  There were many different types of seating for patrons -- big comfy couches, regular tables, high-tops, small booths, conference rooms with long table and chairs, small private rooms... not to mention about the large sheltered patio with many tables and seats!  As I have mentioned, we went at a busy time, there were not a lot of tables left for dining purposes, we opted for a high-top.  Even though the venue was almost filled to capacity, it still felt very airy and comfortable.  I could just chill there happily for half a day with my latte! However, there were small hiccups that fortunately did not ruin our first experience there.  My husband's and daughter's drink came out almost instantly after we sat down, but I had to chase down a staff (there's no servers except for the staff who delivered the dishes or cleaned tables) to tell him that my drink was missing.  I told him that it's supposed to be cold but with no ice.  He immediately got me a Pistachio Latte but with ice.  The cashier lady had specified no ice on when she placed the order for me, I talked to her about this and she offered to make me a new one, but I had already had a sip and didn't want to put the drink to waste, so I just kept it.  I later scooped out all the ice so that it did not dilute my drink, and it was good.  I must mention that the food came out in just 5 minutes even though the place was busy. Our high-top table wobbled when we used our knives and forks to cut the toasts, not a very big deal, but the restaurant could easily have that fixed as I am pointing it out now, It's one of the high-tops under the BB sign. This brunch kicked off a very happy Mother's Day weekend.  I was in a very good mood going to the art fair from Bean Bar.  We will definitely return to try the many other items on their menu.

This place is excellent. I work remote and you really cannot ask for a better place to work…read moreremotely l. The coffee is incredible, all the more so the ambiance. There's a wide selection of pastries and each one is more tempting than the last. This cafe really feels like it can be something out of a daydream. There's no doubt I'll be coming back

Love this place! Well curated foods, wines, and snacks. Clean, friendly, and inviting.read more

I went in for the first time and I was impressed how awful the bagel was. I got a bagel and cream…read morecheese. The bagel was as hard as a brick I didn't ask them to remake it because I didn't want to have to sit there for another 15 minutes. Mind you there wasn't too many people there, but they still took 15 minutes. I am just not quite sure how you can toast a bagel so poorly.

I met two incredibly nice gentleman (brothers to be exact) here in my condo building that are born…read moreand breed, 100% Chicagoans. These two "fellows" know more about this implausible city than Oprah, Barack and Michael all rolled into one. Yeah, these two "Starkers" (Big Bosses) got this city down! With that grandiose opening, only these two "Starkers" could take me out for dinner to a restaurant 50 miles away (round trip) on a Saturday night. This better be good, I thought. Charlie Beinlich's Food and Tap out in Northbook is this Dive Bar / Tavern established in 1950 and looked and felt every bit of its 75 years; I absolutely LOVED this place. Wow, talk about nostalgia! Beinlich's emanated an era way back when that just doesn't exist anymore. At 7:30 pm this Saturday night this cash only place was packed to over flowing. I mean Humming like a turbine engine. The bar was sold out and we jumped on the only table left. Now the fun started: * Their Chili con Carne is this cauldron of meat and beans done thoroughly right. We loved it * Their shrimp cocktail was equally wonderful * My Cheeseburger was out of this world. With sautéed onions, real cheddar cheese, on toasted rye bread - Wow, it was so good. * Their French fries and coleslaw were great sides * My Miller Highlife Beer in a bottle took me back to my college days. The service was great, the ambience was better and the crowd was just this mess of very happy people. Will I come back here - a resounding YES! This is exactly what happens to you when you go out with the right people.

I didn't know much about this place other than it is a local favorite and doesn't take credit cards…read more- which is disappointing but I'll come back to that. It turned out to be packed on a Thursday night with a 40+ year old crowd that seemed like regulars. The ambiance was Wisconsin Super Club not "bar food" or "fast casual". My friends and I were surprised to find there was no menu - just a board showing five (yes five!) items for order. I believe they were a hamburger, a cheeseburger, a Ruben, a turkey wrap and a chicken burger. At the recommendation of our waiter, one friend and I ordered the cheeseburger and everyone else ordered something different. Prices were very reasonable - my cheeseburger with fries and a side of coleslaw was $15.99. I think I'll cut them some slack for not joining the 21st century and taking electronic payments. Bottom line was all five of us enjoyed our generously portioned food and my friends enjoyed their beers. I want to point out that even the little things were done right. The waiters worse uniforms that wouldn't look out of place at a steak house. The fries were terrific and hot, not like fast food fries. Even the coleslaw which I normally treat like a garnish for visual appeal only was delicious - flavorful and not too creamy. Well done! I will return.

We love this place! I like their…read more Chicken salad melt and their matzo ball soup with noodles. My husband likes the fix-ins (Lox on sesame bagel). We also like the staff -- friendly & efficient! Nick always makes us feel very welcomed! Rosa is always helpful. Our only regret is that they close at 2:30 pm !!

Food was good! The service was friendly!…read moreGood place for lunch! Will be back soon!!!!