Johnny's Kitchen & Tap

Serving lunch and dinner in a casual and comfortable atmosphere.

CITY: Glenview

Convito Italiano

Our award-winning food and wine market offers extensive selections of hot and cold prepared food.

CITY: Wilmette

Kappo Kamakura

Delicious Japanese food in suburban Wilmette.

CITY: Wilmette

Baker's Square Restaurant - Wilmette

Baker's Square is a great place for breakfest, lunch or dinner - but don't forget to save room for pie!

CITY: Wilmette

Betise

Good provincial French bistro fare without the typically outrageous price-tage. Nice wine list. Casual, contemporary atmosphere.

CITY: Wilmette

Butt'ry Heartwarming Kitchen

The food is just as the name describes, butt'ry and heartwarming.

CITY: Wilmette

Marie's Restaurant

Good, American food.

CITY: Wilmette

Hotcakes Cafe

Restaurant specializing in delicious breakfasts.

CITY: Wilmette

Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Glenview

The newly remodeled is located off I-294 and is 15 minutes from O'Hare International Airport. Courtyard Chicago Glenview puts you within easy reach of area businesses, local attractions and downtown Chicago. A complete hotel renovation unveils a "reinvented" Courtyard designed to meet all of your travel needs with 137 guest rooms and 12 suites, Free WI-FI Internet access, HD televisions and free in-room coffee. Heated indoor pool and whirlpool.

CITY: Glenview

Wildfire

Most dishes are prepared over a wood fire, specializing in steak, chops and seafood. The open kitchen provides a front-row view of the chefs as they work the wood-burning oven and rotisserie and flip steaks on a blazing grill. Customer favorites include baby-back ribs, horseradish-crusted filet, spit-roasted herb chicken and roasted prime rib.

CITY: Glenview

Terrace Restaurant

Full service restaurant located on Wilmette Golf Course.

CITY: Wilmette

Ridgeview Restaurant

The Ridgeview Grill is a family friendly neighborhood restaurant serving home made American comfort favorites. We are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Our Breakfast – Lunch Menu is available until 4 p.m. and includes Eggs, Omelets, Benedicts, Pancakes, Waffles, and Crepes. Our Dinner Menu Starts at 4p.m. and includes salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas, steaks, chops, and fresh fish. The entire menu is available for carry out and ready to pick up in under 20 minutes! Dinning in or Carry Out, our friendly staff are always here to serve you. Good beer and wine selection. Kids' menu too.

CITY: Wilmette

Walker Brothers Original Pancake House

Dig into an oven-baked apple pancake at this popular breakfast spot in north suburban Wilmette, where scenes from Ordinary People were shot.

CITY: Wilmette

Hackney's on Lake

A North Shore institution for nearly 70 years, Hackney's has been voted Best Burger more times than you can count. There are also fresh salads, tasty seafood and more. It's a great place for a party. Hackney's can accommodate groups of 20-200. 1514 E. Lake Ave. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-724-7171

CITY: Glenview

Zingarella

Welcome to the North Shore's newest restaurant, bakery and specialty food store. The retail section proffers gourmet salads, bakery goods and European imports. In the separate dining room, you'll find fresh seafood, pastas, steaks, salads and more.

CITY: Glenview

Northbrook Historical Society Museum

Enjoy the main floor museum with antiques and a replica of an 1890s home. Open the first Sunday of every month, or by appointment.

CITY: Northbrook

Cafe Lucci

Northern Italian cuisine with a 200 bottle wine list.

CITY: Glenview

Baymont Inn & Suites Chicago/Glenview

This three-story hotel offers 142 guestrooms accessible via interior corridors. All rooms at the Baymont Chicago offer work desk with ergonomic chairs and phones with voicemail. Wireless Internet access and local calls are complimentary. Located eight miles from O'Hare International Airport. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk, free continental breakfast and a gym/fitness center.

CITY: Glenview

RA Sushi

The stylishly edgy sushi bar and restaurant is located at The Glen Town Center in the heart of Glenview. RA Sushi, an unconventional dining concept, blends fresh sushi, hip music and contemporary décor all rolled up into one flavorful experience. 2601 Aviator Ln. | Glenview, IL 60026 | 847-510-1100

CITY: Glenview

Di Pescara

Lettuce Entertain You's newest restaurant on the North Shore. Serving an eclectic menu of fresh seafood, steaks, and tasty appetizers in a contemporary yet warm environment. With a modest price range, reservations accepted. Open for lunch and dinner daily.

CITY: Northbrook

The Noodle Cafe of Wilmette

Restaurant specializes in fresh pasta and seafood.

CITY: Wilmette

Plaza Del Lago

Beautiful, historic outdoor shopping center on Chicago's famous North Shore.

CITY: Wilmette

Akai Hana

Akai Hana serves a variety of Japanese and sushi dishes.

CITY: Wilmette

Motel 6 - Glenview

The promise of the best price of any national chain and a clean, comfortable room are Motel 6 virtues. Motel 6 is a household name, synonymous with quality and value. It enjoys the highest brand recognition factor of any economy-lodging brand. Featuring 111 room, this motel is 8 miles from O'Hare International Airport. Pets allowed, free morning coffee, free local calls and free expanded cable.

CITY: Glenview

Highland Park Historical Society

This museum is a 12 room, two story Italianate Victorian house donated to the Society in 1969. The Society’s mission is to discover, preserve, provide access to and disseminate the history of the general area and of Highland Park, in particular.

CITY: Highland Park

Rooks Corner

A Modern American Bistro where classic cuisine meets the flavors of the American market with a menu reflecting the changing seasons and a focus on the simplicity of fine ingredients. Rooks Corner is our interpretation of the new generation of bistros which offers creative cuisine in a casual, comfortable and contemporary setting. The eclectic, modern feel of the restaurant makes it the "place to be." Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Next to a hotel.

CITY: Northbrook

Courtyard by Marriott Glenview

The newly remodeled is located off I-294 and is 15 minutes from O'Hare International Airport. Courtyard Chicago Glenview puts you within easy reach of area businesses, local attractions and downtown Chicago. A complete hotel renovation unveils a "reinvented" Courtyard designed to meet all of your travel needs with 137 guest rooms and 12 suites, Free WI-FI Internet access, HD televisions and free in-room coffee. Heated indoor pool and whirlpool.

CITY: Glenview

Wilmette Historical Museum

Learn about the history of Wilmette, the North Shore area and Gross Point. Housed in the former Gross Point Village Hall, the museum also offers a research library.

CITY: Wilmette

Motel 6 Chicago North-Glenview

The promise of the best price of any national chain and a clean, comfortable room are Motel 6 virtues. Motel 6 is a household name, synonymous with quality and value. It enjoys the highest brand recognition factor of any economy-lodging brand. Featuring 111 room, this motel is 8 miles from O'Hare International Airport. Pets allowed, free morning coffee, free local calls and free expanded cable.

CITY: Glenview

Wyndham Glenview Suites

Located near O'Hare International Airport, this renovated seven-story all-suite hotel offers 252 guestrooms with separate bedroom and living room. Complete with 32" plasma flatscreen TVs and complimentary wireless Internet access. Suites include a wet bar, microwave and refrigerator. Dine on contemporary American cuisine at Porters Bistro and Bar. Unwind at the fitness center or heated indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna.

CITY: Glenview

Jolane's Café & Wine Bar

Abt Electronics CEO Bob Abt always wanted a restaurant of his own. Now, adjacent to his famous electronics store in Glenview is a new Austrian-style café featuring an outdoor patio, an eight-foot long glass pastry case tempts with an array of croissants, Danish pastries, scones, Viennese tortes and slices of cake. The café serves three hearty meals daily. Coffee, of course, maintains its Old World dignity. The cafe also offers a full bar, 22 wines, three types of beer, including a Belgian Trappist ale. 1100 N. Milwaukee Ave. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-375-6986

CITY: Glenview

Radisson Hotel-Northbrook

A full service hotel in Chicago's prestigious northern suburbs, just 9 miles from O'Hare Int. Airport and 20 minutes from Downtown Chicago. All guest rooms have Select Comfort Sleep Number Beds.

CITY: Northbrook

Morton's The Steakhouse

Morton's, the Steakhouse, has been synonymous with The Best Steak anywhere for over 25 years. While USDA prime-aged beef is Morton's claim to fame, there's more to savor: succulent seafood, fine wine...classic cocktails, decadent desserts - the best of everything.

CITY: Northbrook

C.J. Arthur's

C.J.'s is a great place to eat, drink and hang out. Special concerts monthly.

CITY: Wilmette

Fairfield Inn by Marriott - Glenview

At Fairfield Inn,® you'll be surprised at how comfortable a room can be at a price that's friendly to your budget. Enjoy extra space, crisp linens, free high-speed Internet access, complimentary breakfast plus ergonomic work areas.

CITY: Glenview

Wyndham Glenview Suites

Located near O'Hare International Airport, this renovated seven-story all-suite hotel offers 252 guestrooms with separate bedroom and living room. Complete with 32" plasma flatscreen TVs and complimentary wireless Internet access. Suites include a wet bar, microwave and refrigerator. Dine on contemporary American cuisine at Porters Bistro and Bar. Unwind at the fitness center or heated indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna.

CITY: Glenview

Flight Restaurant and Wine Bar

Flight is the north shore's premier destination for food, wine and fun. At Flight connect comfort with style, tradition with innovation and the everyday with the extraordinary.

CITY: Glenview

Mitchell's Fish Market

The menu is printed twice daily to ensure the absolute freshest seafood. Open for lunch and dinner daily and feature patio and private dinning. Mitchell's Fish Market - fish any fresher would still be in the ocean!

CITY: Glenview

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CITY: Highland Park

Hilton Northbrook

AAA 4 Diamond property with extensive meeting & banquet space. Luxury guest rooms with 3 phones, dataport and free high speed internet access.

CITY: Northbrook

Sheraton Northbrook Hotel

Sheraton Northbrook Hotel is a new, full-service hotel with a cutting edge design and concept. 161 deluxe guest rooms offer the generous comforts of a mast bedroom and oversized bath, just like you enjoy at home. The ultra-comfortable Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Bed is sure to offer a great night's sleep. An expansive work area with commanding views and complimentary High Speed Internet Access help maximize your productivity and comfort. A concierge level and lounge are available as well.

CITY: Northbrook

Winnetka Historical Museum

The growth and history of Winnetka since 1830 is chronicled in this museum, which includes the Carlton Washburne Library.

CITY: Winnetka

Baymont Chicago Glenview

This three-story hotel offers 142 guestrooms accessible via interior corridors. All rooms at the Baymont Chicago offer work desks with ergonomic chairs and phones with voice mail. Wireless Internet access and local calls are complimentary. Located eight miles from O'Hare International Airport. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk, free continental breakfast and a gym/fitness center. Near I-294.

CITY: Glenview

The Glen Club

Come for business, stay for golf. The Glen Club has 21 overnight rooms featuring unique layouts and elegant fixtures including historic photographs from Chicago's famous Golf Clubs. Dine on delicious American fare at "The Grill" or host your corporate events in our elegant ballroom seating up to 230, or our stately meeting rooms. Visit the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame. Designed by renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio, the Glen Club's golf course features rolling terrain with dramatic elevation changes, meandering lakes and streams and stunning vistas.

CITY: Glenview

Hackney's on Harms

Across from Harm's Woods, Hackney's has the rustic charm of a North Woods roadhouse. Famed for big burgers and one-of-a-kind French fried onions, its outdoor patio is one of the prettiest on the North Shore. 1241 Harms Rd. | Glenview, IL 60025 | 847-724-5577

CITY: Glenview

Courtyard by Marriott - Highland Park

Hotel features newly renovated guest rooms and facilities. Rooms feature a comfortable sitting area, large work desks, two phones with data ports, free Internet access, custom comforters, thicker mattresses, fluffier pillows and an ergonomic chair. Enjoy a healthy breakfast buffet with eggs cooked to order at the Courtyard Café or visit 'The Market' for snacks & beverages 24/7. We also offer a 5-mile complimentary shuttle (excluding Ravinia Festival). The two meeting rooms totaling 1,274 sq. ft. help bring visions of extraordinary reality to joyous celebrations, small fairytale weddings, and business meetings.

CITY: Highland Park

Sheraton Chicago Northbrook Hotel

A new, full-service hotel with a cutting-edge design and concept, located just 14 miles from Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Near I-294 and Willow Festival Shopping Center.

CITY: Northbrook

Staybridge Suites Hotel - Glenview

With 120 suites, this extended-stay hotel that offers short-term and long-term housing. Located in The Glen, west of I-94, north of O'Hare International Airport and north of Downtown Chicago. All suites are fully furnished; containing a fully equipped kitchen, living room area, desk and ergonomic chair, 2-line telephone, direct in-room phone number, voice mail, 40+ stations including HBO along with a DVD/CD player, and free high speed internet access. Hotel amenities include complimentary breakfast, business center, fitness room, indoor pool, and free guest laundry. Pets are welcome at a small fee.

CITY: Glenview

Maestro Restaurant & Lounge

Food and drinks.

CITY: Northbrook

Bravo! Cucina Italiana-Glenview

Casual, white-tablecloth restaurant serving classic Italian food in the shadow of Roman ruins where an open "Italian Kitchen" creates the energy of live theater-wood grilled steaks and chops, classic Italian entrees, unique signature dishes and private dining, to go, call ahead seating, reservations, terrace dining and happy hour specials.

CITY: Glenview

Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel

Located adjacent to the Edens Expressway and just minutes from the Chicago Botanic Garden, Northbrook Court and Ravinia Festival, each of the 385 guest rooms offers comfort with a sense of style and elegance. Every room is equipped with wireless high-speed Internet access. Home to Ruths Chris Steak House.

CITY: Northbrook

Francesca's North

Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992 with the original Mia Francesca in Chicago, the menu here features the same generous portions of Northern Italian food with dishes from Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio. The menu changes daily to utilize seasonal ingredients, and there are additional off-the-menu specials.

CITY: Northbrook

Ruth's Chris Steakhouse - Northbrook

The home of serious steaks can be found in Northbrook. From the U.S. Prime steaks, broiled to perfection at 1800 degrees, to the expertly executed seafood, New Orleans-inspired appetizers, unforgettable desserts and award winning wine list, this is a steakhouse to which others aspire.

CITY: Northbrook

Writers' Theatre

Over the past twenty seasons, Writers' Theatre has become a major Chicagoland cultural destination with a national reputation for excellence. The company – known for the finest interpretations of classic and contemporary theatre – has garnered critical praise for the consistent high quality and intimacy of its artistry. Throughout the season Writers’ will be offering post-show discussions on select Wednesday evenings following the performance in our Tudor Court space. In the Books on Vernon space they will be offering post-show discussions every other Wednesday evening.

CITY: Glencoe

Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel

Located adjacent to the Edens Expressway and just minutes from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Ravinia, each of the 385 newly renovated guest rooms offers comfort with a sense of style and elegance. Every room is equipped with wireless high-speed Internet access. An upgraded club level offers executive rooms complemented by breakfast and evening hors d'oeuvres. Amenities include an indoor pool, sun deck, and exercise room in addition to 22,000 square feet of flexible function space. Dine in the renowned Ruth's Chris Steak House or Rooks Corner.

CITY: Northbrook

Pinstripes Bowling, Bocce & Bistro

Pinstripes features a distinctive entertainment and dining venue. Celebrate sophisticated fun in our warm and inviting 45,000 square foot indoor/outdoor facility complete with eighteen bowling lanes, six bocce courts, exceptional Italian-American bistro and wine cellar, outdoor patio and fireplace and beautifully appointed event and party rooms that can accommodate groups from 20-600.

CITY: Northbrook

Chicago Botanic Gardens Farmers' Market

The Garden welcomes local, sustainable farmers and producers to this public farmers' market on the first and third Sundays of the month from June through October. Admission to the market is free to Garden visitors and will be held rain or shine. Visitors may purchase a special market bag from the Garden Shop to carry their purchases home.

CITY: Glencoe

Lyons School

Lyons school is the host to the Glenview Art Fair that showcases over 110 jewelers, printmakers, stain and fused glass artists, representational and abstract artists, photographers, potters, ceramists and more.

CITY: Glenview

Sixteen Candles - New Trier High School

A fifteen-year-old girl has a crush on the most popular boy in school, the geekiest boy in school has a crush on her, her sister's getting married, and with all the excitement, her family forgets her 16th birthday! This 1980s teen-angst classic was filmed in several Chicagoland suburbs, including Highland Park, Evanston, Glencoe and Winnetka.

CITY: Winnetka

Contagion - Central Elementary School

An international team of doctors is contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak of a deadly disease.

CITY: Wilmette

Home Alone House

The Home Alone House is a three-story single family detached house used for shooting the majority of the scenes in the movies Home Alone (1990) and parts of Home Alone 2: Lost in New York (1992).[3] The kitchen in the film was actually shot in the house, along with the main staircase, basement and most of the first floor landing.

CITY: Winnetka

Weird Science - Central St., Highland Park

Two teenage nerds, unpopular and unable to meet girls on their own, use their computer to design the perfect woman - beautiful with a genius IQ. When this woman turns "real", she helps transforms the boys from nerds to cool through a series of wacky and bizarre adventures. Set in the fictional "Shermer, Illinois", the movie is filmed in several northern suburbs of Chicago - Highland Park, Northbrook and Skokie.

CITY: Highland Park

The Grove National Historic Landmark

This 124-acre nature preserve has walking trails, a nature center with live Illinois wildlife exhibits and five historic buildings.

CITY: Glenview

River Trail Nature Center

Nature is wonderfully displayed in this silent forest that glaciers carved thousands of years ago. The prairie extends along the riverbanks, rich in plant and animal life.

CITY: Northbrook

Uncle Buck - New Trier High School, 7 Happ Rd., Northfield

n this sweet comedy, irresponsible Uncle Buck is left to baby-sit his rebellious niece and her two siblings when their parents leave to visit a sick relative. The movie was filmed in several towns along the North Shore. Sites include New Trier High School in Winnetka, one of the most prestigious high schools in the Chicago area.

CITY: Northfield

Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum

The Captain Richard A. Schram Memorial Museum was originally erected at the Glenview Naval Air Station in 1945, then later restored by the Village of Glenview and moved to its present location just south of Park Center.

CITY: Glenview

Ordinary People - The Original Pancake House

This wrenching drama focuses on an affluent Lake Forest family as they deal with the accidental death of their eldest son. North Shore movie sites include The Original Pancake House in Wilmette, known for its homestyle breakfast dishes, including the popular baked apple pancake. Locations ,

CITY: Wilmette

Home Alone - Trinity Methodist Church

An eight-year-old boy is accidentally left home alone as his family rushes off for a vacation to France, leaving him to fend for himself against a pair of bungling burglars. Filmed along the North Shore, movie sites include Wilmette's Trinity Methodist Church and the Hubbard Woods Metra Station in Winnetka. Right across the street from the Metra train tracks is the former drugstore where the stranded kid stole a toothbrush in the movie.

CITY: Wilmette

Home Alone - Hubbard Woods Metra Station

An eight-year-old boy is accidentally left home alone as his family rushes off for a vacation to France, leaving him to fend for himself against a pair of bungling burglars. Filmed along the North Shore, movie sites include Wilmette's Trinity Methodist Church and the Hubbard Woods Metra Station in Winnetka. Right across the street from the Metra train tracks is the former drugstore where the stranded kid stole a toothbrush in the movie.

CITY: Winnetka

Northbrook Court

An upscale North Shore shopping destination, Northbrook Court is home to many retailers including BCBGMAXAZRIA, Coach, Cole Haan, Tommy Bahama's, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Burberry, Sephora and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. In addition, the mall features anchors Neiman Marcus, Macy's and Lord & Taylor, as well as a free-standing, 36,000 square foot Crate & Barrel Home Store. Dining options include P.F. Chang's, Stir Crazy, Di Pescara, and the mall features AMC Theatres boasting 14 screens. The John Hughes movie Weird Science filmed several scenes at Northbrook Court.

CITY: Northbrook

Weird Science - Northbrook Court, 2290 Northbrook Court, Northbrook

Two teenage nerds, unpopular and unable to meet girls on their own, use their computer to design the perfect woman - beautiful with a genius IQ. When this woman turns "real", she helps transforms the boys from nerds to cool through a series of wacky and bizarre adventures. Set in the fictional "Shermer, Illinois", the movie is filmed in several northern suburbs of Chicago - Highland Park, Northbrook and Skokie.

CITY: Northbrook

The Glen Town Center

This perfectly planned town center offers beautiful shops and restaurant-lined streets with apartments above, just like a European town.

CITY: Glenview

Gillson Park

Gillson Park offers 60 acres of beautiful lakefront property, including a harbor and beach. It is ideal for picnics, bicycling, volleyball, tennis and other outdoor sports.

CITY: Wilmette

Attic Playhouse

The Attic Playhouse strives to showcase a broad spectrum of theatre as an art form by producing: classic straight plays, small musicals, one-acts, improvisational and skit comedies and theatre for young audiences. Special attention is given to producing original scripts and encouraging new talent. At least one production a year is dedicated to these original works.

CITY: Highland Park

My Kind of Town Tours & Events

This company offers group cultural and educational tours. Reservations are required.

CITY: Highland Park

Ravinia Festival

Ravinia Festival is the oldest outdoor music festival in North America and is lauded for presenting world-class music in an inviting, natural environment. The festival attracts over 600,000 listeners to some 120 to 150 events that span all genres including classical, chamber music, jazz, pop, world, music theater, dance and kids programming every summer from June to September. Events are hosted in an open-air pavilion that seats 3,200 plus lawn; the 450-seat Bennett, Gordon Hall; and the Martin Theatre, an 850-seat prairie-style building that stands as the only building from the park's original 1904 construction.

CITY: Highland Park

Historic Wagner Farm

A visit to Wagner Farm is not a trip to a petting zoo, but an opportunity to participate in the daily activities of a real working farm.

CITY: Glenview

Glencoe Beach

Want to relive Ferris Bueller's Day Off? Then visit this North Shore beach that was featured in the hit flick.

CITY: Glencoe

Kohl Children's Museum

Open your imagination at KCM! Children up to 8 years of age can touch and explore exhibits in addition to participating in planned daily activities. These exhibits encourage the building of strong social skills.

CITY: Glenview

Model Railroad Garden

The 7,500-square-foot “Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America” exhibition features trains running on 1,600 feet of track, for train and garden enthusiasts to enjoy the delightful sights and sounds of the miniature trains traversing high and low through tunnels, across bridges and around buildings.

CITY: Glencoe

Baha'i House Of Worship

The Bahá'í House of Worship is a building solely dedicated to prayer and is open to everyone. It was the second house of worship to be constructed in Chicago and is the oldest one still standing. The auditorium offers a scene of unsurpassed beauty.

CITY: Wilmette

Chicago Botanic Garden

One of metropolitan Chicago's main tourist attractions. Open year-round, featuring 23 beautiful gardens and three native habitats set on 385 acres of rolling hills and tranquil lakes. Enjoy three lush greenhouses and seasonal art exhibits.

CITY: Glencoe