Location: Grayslake
Top Restaurants in Grayslake
Top Things to do in Grayslake
- 1. Volo Auto Museum
- 2. Tighthead Brewing Company
- 3. Kristof's Entertainment Center
- 4. The Vine - Martini & Wine Bar
- 5. Independence Grove Forest Preserve
- 6. 60 to Escape
- 7. Gurnee Mills
- 8. Lake County Forest Preserves
- 9. Six Flags Great America
- 10. Marytown - The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe
Grayslake Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Grayslake
Grayslake is a village in Lake County in the U.S. state of Illinois. It is located in the Chicago metropolitan area, about 40 miles (64 km) north of Chicago's downtown, 14 miles (23 km) west of Lake Michigan, and 15 miles (24 km) south of the Wisconsin border. The village's population at the 2010 census was 20,957.
Things to do in Grayslake
1. Fred's diner
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Patti2 - North Suburbs, IL
Great consistent and old diner. Cheap eats with crazy service and great tasting food. We good there several times a year for a real old school blast from the past! The food is plentiful and is very reasonable. Crazy in your face service with a big heart.. This is a fun place. But it si a small place and you may have to wait in prime breakfast hours..We lover this place!
2. Bbq'd Productions
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By bgskyman - North Chicago, Illinois
The hype was the majority of food is made from scratch, well I expected BBQ would be but I was not impressed. My tips were very dry and too chewy, seemed to have been under the lamp too long. Sides were average and definitely did not taste from scratch. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable which made choices easier. Didn't feel I got my money's worth compared too some other local BBQ places and will not return.
3. Tastee Freez
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By corndogsmom - Burlington, Wisconsin
Went for a walk with my boys and stopped for some yummy ice cream strawberry soft serve isn't common, neither is the variety of dips they offer! I had strawberry soft serve dipped in cotton candy!! Yum! My sons got a milkshake and sundae. All 3 under $10!!! Courteous and fast service!
4. Bento Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Tami W - Lake Villa, Illinois
Tiny restaurant but nice size menu gives you some great choices for rolls. Also offers bento boxes for those not fond of sushi. Staff is great! Give this restaurant a try!
5. Cacao Sweets & Treats
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By illinois travelere
Do check out this boutique bakery, and believe all those admiring reviews.
Those who praise the Cacao version of a Snickers bar are NOT exaggerating.
Nor are those who praise the chocolate chip cookie.
Looking forward to returning and trying more items.
There are no prices in the cases or on the wall. To ease the shock,at payment time, look for the menu at the cash register.
The party room is charming. We chose to take our goodies home, but you can also eat in the shabby-chic (is that still a thing) party room.
6. Wildberry Pancakes and Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 416 reviews
Reviewed By Bob M - Lake Bluff, Illinois
I have eaten here 3 or 4 times previous to this visit. Each time I could not finish my order — too much (very good) food! This time I ordered the Senior Special consisting of 2 pancakes, one egg and a sausage patty (or sausage link or bacon). It was enough to eat without being wasteful and was less than $7.00.
The sausage patty was tasty, the egg was properly cooked and the pancakes were excellent. My wife had a salad, which was also very good.
This place gets very busy for lunch — come early or wait.
7. The Vine Martini & Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 163 reviews
Please visit our website for the most up-to-date menu.
Reviewed By Judith Z - Grayslake, Illinois
The deck is nice and private even though it backs up to the alley. Sipping a delightful martini as we sat in a very comfortable setting by the fire while waiting for out table. Food was excellent. Have eaten inside as well. However, acoustics make for a very loud atmosphere. On the whole, a great place.
8. Emil's Tavern on Center
Overall Ratings
4 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Teri z
Above average pub food. Husband said pulled pork sandwich was good. My bbq burger was excellent. Fried mushrooms were good and generous quantity.
Only negative is the fried food was made first and had to wait while burger cooked, so got a little cold. Would have been better piping hot.
9. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
5 based on 29 reviews
This location offers carry-out, delivery and catering services only.
Reviewed By Michael G - Gurnee, Illinois
Wow! Lou Malnatis is by far the best deep dish pizza in Chicago. Just absolutely amazing. I had a pepperoni and green pepper deep dish and it was delicious. It was delivered hot and crispy and awesome. Can't wait to eat it again. This restaurant is a delivery and carry out place only, but amazing...
10. Lovely Thai Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By Windyxman
The Lovely Thai Restaurant was a new spot for me to try and it did not disappoint. I was pleasantly surprised at the lunchtime menu. For a lunch time menu you are offered a 3 course meal of an appetizer, soup and main dish. The price was very reasonable for what you get and the service was quick and friendly. I would definitely go again.
