BEST BUTCHER SHOP AROUND -- HANDS DOWN!…read more Dorfler's Meats has been my go-to butcher shop for the past few years, and honestly, I can't imagine shopping anywhere else. From the moment you walk in, the owners and staff treat you like family -- not just customers. It's beyond refreshing to go to a meat shop that truly does it right, from start to finish. The quality is unmatched. I happily travel well out of my way just to stock up on their incredibly fresh meats, top-tier seafood, and the ready-made, home-cooked meals that make weeknights (and weekends) so much better. And let's not forget the deli counter -- WOW. The sandwiches are next-level delicious, and the homemade salads are always fresh, flavorful, and addictive. If you're shopping for the holidays, Dorfler's is an absolute must. Their Prime Tenderloin roasts are unreal -- exceptional quality, fair pricing, and you can truly tell how much care and craftsmanship goes on behind the scenes. It's the kind of place where excellence isn't an accident -- it's the standard. The staff is nothing but helpful, friendly, and genuinely kind. From outstanding customer service at the counter to unforgettable meals at my family's table, we have nothing but positive things to say about Dorfler's Meats. Thank you to everyone at Dorfler's for all you do to stay open, keep raising the bar, and continue showcasing exciting, seasonal products that we look forward to all year long. If you haven't been yet, you're missing out -- HIGHLY recommend!

BUYER BEWARE! Most of the staff is rude and the entire business is a scam. Find a local farmer and…read morepurchase meat from them instead. Our household shopped at Dorfler's for 13 years. It always felt a little strange that they never had pricing visible. Every other butcher I have ever been to since childhood has always had prices visible. You would go in, order, and pay whatever they charge you at checkout. But the products were good enough and I was happy to support a local business. Over the years we have ordered a beef tenderloin roast during the holiday season when it is on sale for $34.99/lb. It has always been very pricey but (as far as we know) we were never cheated on the price and the product the way we were this year. We ordered one 3lb beef tenderloin roast. We were explicit when placing the order that we wanted one piece of meat that was 3lbs. The person who took the order was rude but seemed to understand the request. When we got the roast home I did the math because the bill was a lot more than expected. We were charged over $41/lb. When I called to ask about why the price was so high I was put on hold and the rude man that picked up next told me "it's trimmed. We charge you for the weight before trimming." This means Dorfler's supposedly trimmed off about 3/4 lb of fat. That is a lot of fat to trim off of a 3lb roast and if I was going to be charged for it why was the fat not offered to me as part of my order? Unfortunately, we accepted this explanation. The roast was wrapped in butcher paper which we did not open because we put it straight in the freezer for a week before defrosting it. We finally opened the butcher paper on New Year's Eve to prepare the roast to have on New Year's Day and were appalled that Dorfler's clearly lied to us. There were 3lbs of meat in two small roast each vacuum sealed in plastic by their distributor. This means that Dorfler's not only WAY overcharged us for the amount of meat we received, they also charged us for 3/4lb of fat they never really trimmed off. I am not even sure why they bothered with the butcher paper at all, except they probably charged us for that, too. If I could give Dorfler's zero stars I would. Also the obvious direct response to this negative review is a pathetic attempt to save face regarding your tenderloin roast "sale." Patricia W. is likely related. Why else would she disagree with facts? Dorfler's is nothing but a lying bunch of cheats who screw their loyal customers every chance they get. Some just haven't figured it out yet. And now they blocked me on Facebook. Keep it up guys. You are proving how crooked you are and how you can't handle the truth being told about your disgusting business of cheating loyal customers.

I'm always on the lookout for spots that feel authentic and Prime Beef in Mundelein absolutely…read moredelivers that old-school butcher shop experience you don't come across often anymore. We stopped in today just to check it out, and it turned into one of those unexpectedly great local experiences. It's always a pleasure meeting other Greeks, and Petros, the owner, was incredibly welcoming; honestly felt more like catching up with family. The atmosphere is warm and unpretentious, and the service is genuinely personal. Their meat is of the highest quality I've had since Greece. If you happen to stop in on the weekend, definitely check out their hot specials. Overall, Prime Beef is one of those neighborhood gems that reminds you why local butcher shops still matter. High-quality product, great people, and a welcoming, community feel that's hard to find.

Today was my first day at this place and I love it... I got arrachera and it was perfectread more

Absolutely delicious!!! I normally don't review places, but this time I had to…read more I got the deluxe bowl. The fish was so fresh and tasty, and it had the right level of spice. So many flavors mixed together! I paired it with a peach ramune which was equally delicious. I can't wait to come back!!

Fresh, delicious poke in Libertyville! Poke West is located in a small strip mall, conveniently…read morelocated off Milwaukee Ave. The restaurant is clean, is reasonably priced and offers plenty of seating if you choose to eat in. They have a huge assortment of vegetables, protein, grains, toppings and sauces to satisfy everyone's individual tastes and preferences. They have a list of signature bowls to choose from, or you can get creative and opt to "make your own bowl". The server was friendly and we were blown away by the fresh quality of the ingredients and look forward to our next poke bowl creation!

You can get some really great deals on fresh produce, but can be a little crowded. Be sure to check…read morethe dates of your prepackaged items; a lot of expired items specifically labeled GF.

Of the two Garden Fresh locations, this one really is better than the Buffalo Grove location in…read moreevery way -- larger, more selection, more parking, and more attractive decor. I'm not sure if there's other international markets in this area that are really anywhere near as large (super huge stores like H-Mart, Assi, Seafood City, etc. are quite far from Mundelein). This store is truly impressive in the amount of options offered from hot food to produce to dried foods to foods from other local shops. Due to the size of the store, there is considerably more room to walk around and check out products here even where they're busy -- similar to the experience you'd get a Woodman's. The amount of decorations and displays is definitely much better here than most other grocery stores, rivaling Mariano's in terms of presentation. Prices are fair here, particularly for the international items which are competitively priced here compared to non-specialty stores. The produce is fresh and plentiful, with options for more unusual fruits and vegetables as well. At the end of the store, there's also a spot for dining and a few small shops. Overall worth a trip if you're looking for a one-stop-shop for all your grocery needs. This provides a comprehensive and enjoyable shopping expereince.

This restaurant has been a staple in this area for over 50 dedicated years. There is a reason for…read morethat! This is the first time I have been here and it won't be the last. The reviews on here are either good or bad. I found this restaurant to be excellent from start to finish. We were greeted with warm smiles and our waitress Teri was also very nice and attentive. The restaurant is somewhat newly decorated and had a warm ambience. While the garden salad with blue cheese dressing and the lobster bisque were both a bit bland, the salmon with hollandaise sauce was the best salmon I have ever had. It was fresh and delicious and did not have the "fishy" taste that salmon usually has. The captain's choice with lobster and shrimp was phenomenal. They subbed out the sherry wine sauce with lemon butter sauce per my request. The lobster tail was more than a generous portion. Twice baked potato substitution was small, but fantastic. The custard dessert was fresh and delicious along with a Key lime pie martini. The French martini with the raspberry vodka instead of vanilla was absolutely fantastic too. I highly recommend you come for the early bird special like we did. I will definitely be back next time I'm in the area! This restaurant definitely earned their five stars!!

I absolutely love this place. The food is fresh and delicious,we both had the branzino, which came…read morewith the option of soup or salad, something that's surprisingly hard to find these days. The atmosphere is just as special as the food. It's an adorable, classic venue that's been around for over 50 years and still has so much charm. On Friday and Saturday nights they even have live music, which makes it such a fun experience. Even if you're not dancing, it's great just watching everyone enjoy themselves. This place really has something special going on, and I can't wait to come back.

Food was great! Waitresses shouldn't have to refill water though. We had to ask twice for water…read morerefills on a Sunday afternoon.

This was our first visit to Hacienda Real as our friends recommended this restaurant…read more Overall, it was a pleasant experience. There's plenty of parking, which is always a plus. It was crowded and we were quoted a 45-minute wait for a table, so we chose to dine at the bar. Bar staff accommodating, friendly, and attentive. The complimentary chips arrived warm and fresh, and the salsa stood out with its unique, earthy flavor. The Watermelon Margarita was delivered literally smoking!! It very was refreshing, delicious, perfectly blended, and dangerously smooth. It tasted like it had little alcohol, but it definitely sneaks up on you. We also tried the shrimp ceviche, which had a distinctive flavor profile; umami-forward, citrusy, and slightly sweet, all tied together by a rich sauce. For our entrée, we ordered the fried whole salmon. Unfortunately, it was overcooked and dry. However, the rich sauce and flavorful vegetables helped redeem the dish. Despite one miss, we enjoyed the unique flavors and would return to explore more of the menu.

This Heinen's is a lot smaller than it appears. The produce section doesn't have the amount and…read morevariety that I see at other grocery stores. This location seems like a specialty grocer, has the feel of a Fresh Market or Whole Foods. I was shopping for cheeses and other items for a charcuterie board, and while I did find some fun items like quince paste and round Italian crackers (taralli), I didn't find all that much. It was funny to see Dolly Parton pies in a freezer case and that Incontinence supplies are on the signage ( not funny to some I guess). I might stop in if I need a few things but if I need the full service grocery experience I will probably go to my other standbys.

Recently visited this Heinens since I was in the area about to make my way over to the Detroit area…read moreand wanted to grab some energy drinks that I know are exclusively sold at Heinens and a few health bars. Overall prices here were fair and the selection was great. Great hot soups to grab and go too. Staff here was friendly and helpful during my visit. There's no self check out lines but the lines did move pretty quickly. Incredibly fresh grocery Options! Overall, I did enjoy my visit here just like I enjoy visiting the Cleveland, Ohio area locations.

We stopped by for lunch on Friday and were greeted and seated right away…read more We both got the bibimbap lunch special and LOVED the pork; the beef wasn't as tasty, but still good. The staff are really friendly and checked often on how our meals were or whether we needed a refill on the sides including kimchi, corn salad, and a few other delicious things. Our meals came with water a hot tea carafes, which I appreciated. I also really like that all the dishes and cups were stainless steel! I had no idea such a large restaurant had moved into this VH OG strip mall and really enjoyed it.

What can I say? SGD is consistently delicious. Every location I go to, the food is good, service is…read moregood, and the overall experience was good. I enjoyed the fact that unlike other places, the banchan was unlimited. I enjoyed the soft tofu soup and seafood pancake. The tofu was buttery soft and had the right amount of kick to it. Crack that egg up in there and you got the perfect warm soup, on a cold rainy day. If you have a SGD near you, definitely check it out.