Fox River Grove Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Fox River Grove

April 14, 2018 Jasper Kershner

Fox River Grove is a village in Cuba Township, Lake County and Algonquin Township, McHenry County, Illinois, United States. The population was 4,854 at the 2010 census.

1. The Tracks

108 W Main St, Cary, IL 60013-2719 Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Television, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards American, Bar, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Late Night +1 847-639-6064
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 165 reviews

The Tracks

Reviewed By Leylilou - Cary, Illinois

We keep trying to love The Tracks, but we've reached our max of giving it a chance.
If you like being ignored, stuffed in a corner while waiting, being told 30min and after an hour still not even close, standing 3 rows deep at the bar to just get a beer while waiting and watching only the seated patrons receive their 2nd & 3rd beverages - just to name a few issues - then by all means visit The Tracks.
Customer service? Where is it?
There were a handful of physical tables in the very spacious outdoor area....Why not fill the space? Well, when we asked, they said the kitchen couldn't keep up.
Not worth the bad treatment and never ending wait!
Maybe we're invisible.

2. Brunch Cafe

935 Il Route 22, Fox River Grove, IL 60021-1904 Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible American, Cafe, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch +1 847-516-0409
Excellent
81%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 59 reviews

Brunch Cafe

Phone # - 847 516 0409, http://www.brunchcafe.com/

Reviewed By kate864 - Chicago, Illinois

Had the special the other day, the apple bread Turkey sandwich with cranberry Mayo was amazing! Service is always excellent, super efficient and friendly! Will be back :) Wish they would open one toward Arlington Heights.

3. Baskin-Robbins

916 Northwest Hwy, Fox River Grove, IL 60021-1914 +1 847-639-1995
Excellent
0%
Good
100%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 1 reviews

Reviewed By Andy T - Chicago, Illinois

You can't go wrong with ice cream and donuts! The staff is very nice and friendly and the place is very clean!

4. Country Donuts

181 W Virginia St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014-7201 Outdoor Seating, Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover American Breakfast +1 815-455-2028
Excellent
89%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 171 reviews

Country Donuts

We have been making the worlds best donuts in Crystal Lake since 1976. Scaled, mixed, bench rolled and handcut using the science of baking. We take great pride in doing it RIGHT! No shortcuts, just delicious donuts. Watch our bakers work through the kitchen window! Our coffee blend was developed by master roaster Mike Levinson, and it is roasted each week by Coffee Masters of Spring Grove, Illinois. A medium bodied all Arabica blend that stands up to cream and sugar. Our own espresso is used for our Lattes and iced coffees. We stand by every product we make with an unconditional guarantee: Love it or let us know and we will gladly replace or refund your money. We live and die by every sale. We want your experience to be a delicious one!

Reviewed By bgskyman - North Chicago, Illinois

Probably one of the best small donut shops I've been to. Not a huge chain so everything is made fresh and hot. The have a drive through, are very quick and courteous and really enjoy dealing with baked goods. They serve some special seasonal drinks as a bonus but you may want to grab your mocha from your favorite spot because I wasn't too excited by my drink. Not allot of seating in the busy place but grab a quick bite and enjoy the deliciousness.

5. Starbucks

800 Northwest Hwy, Fox River Grove, IL 60021-1208 +1 847-516-8350
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

Reviewed By Elisabeth S - Fox River Grove, Illinois

Are you craving something to drink- well then this is the place. They make your drinks fast. No worries if you don't know what to have- they will suggest something yummy

6. Mr Beefy's

512 Northwest Hwy, Unit LOWR, Fox River Grove, IL 60021-1167 Takeout, Seating American, Fast Food Lunch +1 847-516-4626
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 29 reviews

Reviewed By Babu2773 - Chicago, Illinois

We stopped here for a quick bite and were happy with the service speed and the friendliness of the person taking our order. The menu is your typical quick grill/fried food place with a Greek influence with gyros. I opted for a cheeseburger and hubby had the bratwurst special and an order of fries. The fries are your typical frozen variety. Same for the hamburger, pre-formed frozen patty from somewhere other than the kitchen. Nothing special, but you can't beat the prices. I was tempted by the $1.29 hot dog special. The place is in desperate need of an update, but that's probably how they keep their prices so low.

7. Cucina Bella

220 S Main St, Algonquin, IL 60102-2639 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Italian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Late Night +1 847-458-2504
Excellent
69%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 356 reviews

Cucina Bella

Cucina Bella offers authentic Italian cuisine accompanied by a great selection of wine and spirits. A stylish, comfortable atmosphere and simple decor adorned by brick walls create a cozy feeling at Cucina Bella. Fresh ingredients serve up savory recipes, creating an unforgettable visit time and again. Combining creative dishes and a wide variety of flavors, Cucina Bella enhances a true Italian dining experience to be shared among family and friends.​

Reviewed By JGibbs777 - Algonquin, Illinois

We love Cucina Bella. There food is excellent especially their two different eggplant dishes. It is loud there when filled due to the structure of the building. On slower nights it is a lot better

8. Tapas Calpe of Cary

133 W Main St, Corner of High Street, Cary, IL 60013-2718 Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards Spanish, Wine Bar, Mediterranean Dinner +1 847-639-3991
Excellent
66%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 51 reviews

Tapas Calpe of Cary

Tapas Calpe is a unique blend of a neighborhood tapas restaurant and wine bar within our full-service butcher and wine shoppe. This European old-world combination of butcher shop by day, tapas restaurant by night creates a charming and intimate environment. It's the perfect place to gather at the end of the day for an exceptional meal or linger over a bottle of wine.

Reviewed By Joe J - Virginia

Was looking for a good place to get some good meat for a nice birthday dinner. Though the website is for the tapas restaurant, there is s butcher shop inside that offers the absolute best cuts of beef in the area!
Talk to the master of the butcher shop if he's there, an 85 yr old meat craftsman, who will provide you with recommendations. We ended up buying the Boston Broil cuts of tender steak, rolled up with Parmesan cheese, parsley, and Italian seasoning, which were certainly enough for 4 persons... BUT, I could not resist also purchasing one of the beautifully cut "Tomohawk" steaks! It's been well over 12 hours, and I think I am still digesting the beef overload that we grilled for dinner last night. But oh how delicious!

9. Villa Bleu Restaurant

516 Northwest Hwy, Fox River Grove, IL 60021-1113 Takeout, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Waitstaff, Wheelchair Accessible American Dinner +1 847-639-4500
Excellent
44%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 27 reviews

Reviewed By tymetocruz7 - Chicago, IL

This restaurant has excellent food, especially their pork chops. There are certain entrees they do excellently and others that are not up to that level. They serve large portions, enough for lunch the next day, and their service is friendly and good. One note: the restaurant excels in food and service, but the decor is dated. Given that I go to a restaurant for food, the decor is way secondary.

10. Portillo's Hot Dogs

855 Cog Cir, Crystal Lake, IL 60014-7316 Wheelchair Accessible, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Seating, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, American, Fast Food, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner +1 815-788-0900
Excellent
61%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 194 reviews

Portillo's Hot Dogs

Home to America's favorite Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, burgers, salads, and chocolate cake.

Reviewed By Wayne W - Crystal Lake, Illinois

The atmosphere is great. They throw you into prohibition with their great displays. They’re famous for their beef sandwich which most of the family will get. Some wet, some with gravy on the side. I personally like the chili cheese dogs. Barnelli’s is in the same building and has great Italian food. My favorite there is the lasagna and my wife’s is the garbage salad. The chocolate cake is a sole reason to go, but I prefer the strawberry shortcake.

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