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Milwalky Trace

4.4 (122 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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House made fries - shared side
Kristen D.

It is hard to believe that you can find such an exceptional dining experience right in Lake County. The ambiance, service, and food easily make you feel as though you're dining in the hottest restaurant in downtown Chicago. Milwalky Trace has limited seating, so be sure to make a reservation. Service was a bit slow - I'm wondering if they were understaffed as our waiter mentioned that he jumped behind the bar to help make one of our drinks. We were a party of 4 and it was a 2 hour dining experience for appetizers and main course. The menu is creative and exciting. Unique and fresh offerings that were well executed. We started with the New Zealand Lamb and the Pork & Clams. Split 4 ways, we got one bite from each plate. The hanger steak entree was unbelievable with the smoked marrow bone. The Amish chicken was a massive plate of food - but I'm certainly grateful for leftovers! The shared sides are a nice way to try even more from the menu - however the house made fries were a lot of smaller pieces and difficult to eat. The drinks were wonderful. The house made infusions, syrups, and tinctures really take them over the top.

Lloyd D.

I was looking forward to coming back to Milwalky Trace for the smoky old fashioned. Unfortunately, to get the full effect you had to sit at the bar. We ordered dinner and I had the salmon which was prepared perfectly and tasted delicious. The winter kale salad was awesome and well dressed Our waiter was the best part of the experience as he was able to let us know everything about the menu and was patient as we made selections. Once we finished dinner we wanted to move to the bar for after dinner drinks. We were informed we could have beer and wine but no cocktails. Seems like a miss to me but their loss as we decided to leave.

New York strip steak
Dina E.

The food is very good and Milwalky Trace offers shareable plates with seasonal dishes. We especially enjoyed the baby roasted carrots with feta, steak tartare, beet and citrus burrata and the New York strip. The butternut squash gnocchi was good but a little mushy and overly sweet. The prices are on the higher side, but the service and food quality make it worth an occasional visit. The ambiance was cozy and inviting and the restaurant played old school 70's and 80's R&B which created an upbeat vibe. There is a small bar with an attentive bartender and our server was helpful friendly. Street parking and the Libertyville garage make it easy to get in and out. The restaurant is located in the heart of downtown Libertyville which has a vibrant restaurant and boutique vibe.

Salted Icelandic cod
Carly M.

A few of us were out and checked to see if they had any last minute reservations. We were lucky because they accommodated us and made sure to keep us in the know before we got there. We love coming here because the drinks and food are always amazing! I had the salted Icelandic cod, my husband had the short rib gnocchi, and my friend had the salmon. We had the tuna tartare for an app and it's like crack. We also ordered the lobster Mac and cheese for a side. We thought it needed more salt but that's the only bad thing I have to say about this place. The inside is super cute, but very small. They have a full bar and love the drinks and wine options they have. Be sure to come on Wednesday so that you can try their speciality burgers!

Fries
Cristel M.

Delicious food, great service and wonderful ambience on the patio! I had dinner here with a large group. We went all out, sharing various appetizers, followed by dinner and then sharing all of the desserts. The salmon entree was delicious, and my favorite dessert was the crème brûlée. Two thumbs up for Milwalky Trace!

Pomegranate martini
Heather M.

I heard good things about this restaurant and the restaurant did not disappoint. The braised ribs were very good and same with the cauliflower casserole but on the smaller side. The ambience is very nice, and the bartender was very attentive. The pomegranate martini was very good. Just be prepared to spend quite a bit with smaller portions.

Marianne P.

I was here probably last year. This time I tried the salmon. It was amazing. Brandon, our server, was amazing. He was always checking on us and when not available, someone was right there to assist. My favorite restaurant in Libertyville.

This place is awesome. Chad is great. We tried a few new things on the menu and we're very satisfied

Service, food and drinks all A+! Best dinning experience in Libertyville! At the bar, patio or table, it won't disappoint!

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Pretty good. I had the House burger. The bacon jam was the one of the more interesting things ive ever had.

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It's ok but for the price there are many, many better options. Limited menu. Can't go more than twice.

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Consistently great food, service and cocktails and awesome vibe. Favorite and best restaurant in Libertyville.

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10 months ago

Amazing food and cocktails. Best restaurant in Libertyville. A favorite spot for dinner with friends.

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Nice place for lunch during holiday season. Small but creative and tasty menu, friendly service, and lovely ambiance.

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Buttermilk - Vernon Hills

Buttermilk - Vernon Hills

4.0
(727 reviews)
3.2 mi
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Wow wow wow, I really wished I lived closer so I could come here all the time! Came here for…read morebreakfast with a friend, and it was delicious! First off, they give you a free biscuit on Tuesdays, so leave room for that. I ordered the griddled ham and cheese crepe, and it's one of the most delicious breakfast items I think I've ever had. The ham is a tiny bit sweet, which balances out the richness of the Gruyère and hollandaise nicely. It's also huge-two giant crepes as big as my head! I finished one and took the other one home-it heated up really nicely. I also ordered the apple/gouda chicken sausage. The flavor was good, though a tiny bit on the dry side (which tends to happen with chicken sausage). I ordered the cookie butter latte as well, delicious and not too sweet. Service was good, even though they were pretty busy when they were there. Prices are good too, especially for how much food you get. One note: they don't take reservations, so be prepared for a wait, especially on the weekends.

Excellent food! Skillet was perfect and loved the chicken chorizo option to cut calories (and for…read morethose who don't eat pork)! Lemon blueberry pancakes were yummy and fluffy and had juicy berries throughout! Service was a little slow, but otherwise good. We sat inside, but should've sat on the gorgeous patio! They have an extensive coffee and tea menu as well.

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Chicken and Wow-fles (December 2023 special item)
Chicken and Wow-fles (December 2023 special item)
Apple Cheddar Chicken Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries

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129 Center Cut

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My husband and I celebrated Valentine's Day at center cut last night and it was amazing. We…read morerecently stopped drinking. My husband enjoyed a Heineken zero and I ordered a mocktail called the Opal fizz. It was phenomenal. I want to have it again. Our server was so attentive. She was great. We had fillets with the mashed potatoes and added spinach it was very romantic and a wonderful evening.

We came to Center Cut to celebrate my friend's birthday, and the night went downhill before we even…read moreordered. We tried three different wobbly chairs before giving up and settling for the least unstable one. It took 40 minutes just to get water, and over an hour for our drinks. Mine didn't arrive until the manager stepped in--75 minutes after ordering. When our appetizer finally showed up 90 minutes in, the "stuffed mushrooms" were cold, undercooked, and missing the sausage entirely. We sent them back because there was nothing edible about them. The soup tasted good, but it arrived more than an hour into the meal--and came with burnt pieces on top, which is especially ironic considering the fire alarm was going off at the time. The alarm was blaring directly above our heads, and two families walked out during the chaos. We should have followed. The salads we ordered never arrived. Multiple menu items we attempted to order weren't available, including the salmon for the salmon salad and the prime rib sandwich. At that point, the menu felt more like a list of things they used to serve. After two hours of waiting, missing dishes, unavailable items, and nonstop disruptions--on a birthday, no less--we finally walked out. And despite everything, we still tipped our waiter because it was painfully clear the chaos wasn't entirely his fault. We walked next door to Emil's, where the difference was night and day. We were seated immediately, treated kindly, served a full meal in under 45 minutes, and they even surprised my friend with a free birthday dessert to salvage the night. Emil's saved what Center Cut completely destroyed.

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View towards the back.  The wall is where the lounge area and couch are located
View towards the back. The wall is where the lounge area and couch are located
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View of community table and bar
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Milwalky Trace - cocktailbars - Updated June 2026

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