Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner your taste buds are craving, you’re in for a treat. Lake County is home to some of the most delectable and inventive dining experiences in the region. And, now, you’ll have more to enjoy and share, so get those forks ready!
It’s time again for those delicious “Ten Days to Savor,” as Lake County Restaurant Week kicks off May 14 to 23, with over 60 participating restaurants, throughout 21 communities, offering prix fixe menus and special offers you can only find during this wildly popular food frenzy. Find a new favorite dish, sample local cuisine and then share your experiences on social media with #LakeCountyRW.
Diners also have a chance to win an overnight stay and golf for two at Lincolnsire Marriott Resort by “checking in” via a mobile app at a participating location through May 23. Click here for details.
Pair and Share
They say, great food pairs well with great company. So, get ready to eat, drink and toast to great experiences with friends, with great dining options in scenic Lake County. You can enjoy dining in,
al fresco with patios and water views, or, the convenience of “to-go” and carryout.
- You’ll flip, like the pancakes, for plentiful and incredible breakfast and brunch options, from crepes and quiche, to scratch-made bakery treats. Find exceptional brunch specialties, and lots of “to-go” options that make great picnic-ready flavors.
- Whether you fancy a T-bone, ribeye, filet mignon or sirloin, Lake County boasts some of the best steakhouses and fine dining restaurants. Farm-raised, aged and seasoned, done to your liking. Top it off and pair it with fine wines from an on-site cellar, or, plan a side trip along the Lake County Libation Trail™ and visit a winery, craft brewery or a cocktail at a local distillery.
- With over 200 lakes and rivers, Lake County clearly knows fish. If your appetite seeks something aquatic, catch impeccably fresh seafood many dishes, just steps from the water, with serene settings at one of Lake County’s lakeside restaurants.
- Authentic Italian comfort food, classic Greek cuisine and an ample trip to “Asia” awaits your taste buds with the spices from Thai restaurants. Or, fresh takes on American classics, to Mexican, authentic Caribbean and Cajun favorites.
- Let’s not forget pizza or your favorite family spot or sports pub—with hearty burgers or the famous Chicago-style deep-dish, thin-crust, wood-fired or pan-style pizza. Watch your pie prepared and baked in front, enjoy an artisan flatbread or gluten-free—it’s all here.
- End your food adventure with dessert from a flourless chocolate cake, hot fudge sundae or a chocolate treat gooey cluster from a favorite candy shop.
- Don’t miss a flavor—Download a Lake County Dining Guide.
- Thinking of a visit? Download a Visit Lake County Map Guide
Whatever your appetite (or travel spirit) craves, get ready for great experiences in Lake County, Illinois. Bon appetit!
