Best Brunch Restaurants in Highland Park

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchGreekComfort Food

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North Suburbs

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BannockburnEvanstonGlenviewHighwoodLake ForestNorthbrook

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CharmingGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunchGreat for fine wines

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1. Miramar

4.7

Exceptional(1779)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Highwood

Booked 19 times today

Miramar Bistro is a traditional French bistro and the menu is always fresh and seasonal. Service is friendly and thorough and the ambiance is exceptional. The French doors open to the sidewalk patio and lend to al fresco dining both for lunch and dinner. Miramar also books parties and banquets up to 300 people.

2. Disotto

4.7

Exceptional(1346)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Highwood

Booked 25 times today

Let Disotto transport you to another place & time, like visiting your Nonna's wine cellar on the Italian countryside for a homemade meal.

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3. Eggspresso - Bannockburn

4.6

Exceptional(5)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Bannockburn

Creating a memorable breakfast experience has been our goal from day one. We are committed to creating an experience that provides an alternative to what breakfast has become and reminds us of what breakfast should be. A breakfast where taste, quality and presentation are the foundation. Delivering this level of quality consistently on a day to day basis is our promise to our customers. Once you have experienced the Eggspresso difference, you too will be a believer. Not only will you taste the difference that using fresh quality products can produce, you will see it from the moment you enter Eggspresso breakfast & lunch.

4. Saranello's

4.5

Awesome(5637)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Wheeling

Booked 42 times today

Inspired by his travels and passion for Italy's culture, Executive Chef Mychael Bonner has created a broad menu of Italian-fare utilizing the freshest ingredients to create the fullest flavors to bring homemade, hand-crafted pizzas and pastas, as well as prime steaks and fresh fish dishes to the table.Feel the energy while dining in a casual and rustic 6700-square-foot setting. Dine at natural reclaimed wood tables with seating for 175, surrounded by inviting darker woods, exposed brick and beams, subtle filament lighting, and accented with muted chocolate and caramel tones throughout.

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5. Bar Siena - North Shore

4.4

Awesome(1080)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Skokie

Booked 30 times today

Bar Siena expands to Chicago's North Shore suburbs with their most recent location at Old Orchard Mall. Located next to Nordstrom, the new restaurant boasts an 8,500-square-foot interior along with two expansive patios. Much like its West Loop sister spot, Bar Siena North Shore combines the quaint charm of trattorias in Siena, Italy, with the industrial aesthetic of Chicagoland. The restaurant, in collaboration with Top Chef Fabio Viviani, brings the flavor, flare, and energy of casual Italian-American dining to the Midwest. Whether you're joining us for brunch, lunch, pizza, or pasta, Bar Siena North Shore is perfect for birthdays, groups, romantic dinners, or a casual date. Enjoy cocktails, happy hour, dessert, and Italian food in a vibrant atmosphere, whether you're celebrating with friends at the bar or indulging in a cozy dining experience.

6. The Hampton Social - Skokie

4.4

Awesome(1943)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Skokie

Booked 67 times today

The Hampton Social - Skokie is the perfect place to imbibe and enjoy the feeling of summer days. Located at Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center, just north of Chicago. The Hampton Social offers our signature "Rosé All Day" lounge, a lively bar, outdoor seating, main dining room and private dining spaces. Known for our lively dining experiences featuring exceptional coastal-inspired food, cocktails and live music in a beautifully designed atmosphere. Open for Lunch, Dinner, and Weekend Brunch

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7. CUPITOL The Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(56)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• European • Skokie

Booked 14 times today

CUPITOL The Restaurant is our 4th and newest location in Old Orchard Mall, delivering a complete, immersive experience for all day. You can begin the day with breakfast, brunch, or lunch that you can truly enjoy and as the evening unfolds, you indulge in a vibrant dinner featuring bold European flavors and a sophisticated touch. Enjoy the day. Savor the night.

8. Avli - Winnetka

4.6

Exceptional(1143)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Winnetka

Booked 29 times today

Avli in suburban Winnetka has been a Chicagoland favorite since 2009 offering guests contemporary and classic Greek small plates, mains, and desserts as well as approachable Greek wines and inventive cocktails.Open daily for brunch, lunch, and dinner, we look forward to having you in to experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Meraki (passion) and Kefi (joy) in the main dining room and seasonal outdoor patio!To inquire about an event, please contact: milton@avli.us

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9. Oaken Bistro + Bar

4.6

Exceptional(244)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lake Forest

Booked 5 times today

Oaken is a modern, upscale American Bistro + Bar with a global influence. Enjoy all-day dining in Lake Forest with elevated burgers & salads as well as dishes with more unique, worldly flavor trends like our popular Oaken Burger, Cubano with Crispy Pork Belly, or Braised Short Rib. When it’s time for Happy Hour, the sleek lounge features a craft cocktail menu with signature herbal-infused offerings as well as an eclectic wine list and local beers. Enjoy all day drinks and dining in the contemporary dining room, the inviting 25-seat outdoor patio, or order take-out or delivery. Branch out from your ordinary routine and unearth Oaken!

10. The Lawn

4.6

Exceptional(278)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Glenview

Booked 11 times today

The Lawn is a go-to spot for brunch. With glowing reviews mentioning 'Early Saturday Breakfast/brunch was delicious', 'We were at The Lawn for Easter brunch' and 'We cannot say enough good things about breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the Lawn', it's clear that brunch is a hit at this spot. Whether you're looking for a casual lunch or a special date night dinner, The Lawn has you covered. Plus, with a relaxed atmosphere and views of Wilmette Golf Club, it's the perfect spot to enjoy a leisurely meal.

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DianeVIP
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service and a great menu. Food is very good and Miramar continues to be one of our North Shore favorites.
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MiramarPrice: Moderate• French• Highwood
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4.7
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CindyVIP
Chicago / Illinois •362 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
We got ignored quite often! Food was just mediocre! It took forever because the server really didn’t have any help!
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Bar Siena - North ShorePrice: Expensive• Italian• Skokie
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4.4
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RobVIP
Chicago / Illinois •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent brunch! So grateful they had valet parking which was complimentary, I provided the attendant with $20.00 gratitude. Highly recommend this establishment! Thank you
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Saranello'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Wheeling
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4.5
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Dianne
Chicago / Illinois •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
We celebrated my husband's birthday and it was perfect ... excellent quality food, a lively atmosphere, and Jose always makes sure everything is delightful. Thanks for a great time!
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DisottoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Highwood
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4.7
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charles
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 23, 2025
Party of 14 on a recent Sunday and it was great!!! Everything waiting for us. The food was wonderful, everyone ordered differently and everyone loved the food. Hot to the table with coffee at the table was wonderful! Service great, food on time. Could not ask for a better experience. Waitress very nice and accommodating. Great place, highly recommend. Will be back there for sure.
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Eggspresso - BannockburnPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Bannockburn
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4.6

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