Location: Vernon Hills
Top Restaurants in Vernon Hills
Top Things to do in Vernon Hills
- 1. Marriott Theatre
- 2. Independence Grove Forest Preserve
- 3. Tighthead Brewing Company
- 4. Ma & Pa's Candy
- 5. Beerhead Bar & Eatery
- 6. Regal Cinemas Lincolnshire Stadium 21 & IMAX
- 7. Lake County Forest Preserves
- 8. Rockin' Jump Buffalo Grove
- 9. Marytown - The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe
- 10. Par-King Skill Golf
Where to eat Italian food in Vernon Hills: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on Italian food in Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States. Vernon Hills is an affluent suburb north of Chicago, Illinois in Lake County, Illinois, United States. The population was 20,120 at the 2000 census, and 25,113 in 2010. Vernon Hills serves as a retail hub for its surrounding area (Libertyville, Lake Forest, Long Grove, Lincolnshire and Buffalo Grove).
Things to do in Vernon Hills
10. Pizza Italia
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By biztravelerChicago
I'd originally classified this restaurant as "average," but upon trying other menu offerings would have to reclassify it as very good to excellent. While I didn't care for the spiciness of their thin-crust pizza, their deep-dish pizza was simply outstanding and even a small was large enough for two people. Other carry-out choices, such as chicken parmesan, feature tasty and well prepared food and extremely generous portions. Overall, a great value.
9. Enzo & Lucia Restaurante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By davidkH1778KL
My first visit to this restaurant. Lovely building, elegant dining room. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Lots of variety on menu & ample wine list. I ordered chicken saltimbucco â the prosciutto, cheese, and sauce were delicious, but the chicken was over cooked. Two colleagues beef entrees were perfectly cooked, and the seafood assortment delicious. I will definitely return with my spouse
8. Olive Garden
Overall Ratings
3 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By jfurukaw
Service was good, but some issues during the meal. Salad was served quickly, but there was a baseball size piece of lettuce in the middle that was uncut. Additional cheese was not offered, which I know is part of the service. We were told bread was being freshly made, so would take a few minutes. Server must have forgotten as we never received it. No a huge deal as there is always too much food to eat. One of our entree selections was apparently no longer available, so we needed to select another one. Both entrees were served nice and hot and were very tasty. Overall good experience but could have been better.
7. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 444 reviews
With a name like Buffalo Grove, it's only fitting that we have a giant buffalo overlooking our main dining room! This location is a full service restaurant and bar, with carry-out and delivery serving Buffalo Grove and parts of Long Grove, Lincolnshire, a
Reviewed By stevegS1092US
If u want true Chicago deep dish pan pizza this is it.Always fresh always hot so tasty. Can also get pastas and salads .Its a must if u really have a taste for pizza.
6. Maggiano's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By BillHersfeld
Whenever we are in the area, we always take the family here for dinner. The service is attentive and the food is excellent with many choices and plenty to eat and lots to take home. Our favorite appetizer had always been the Italian sausage and peppers. Then we all ordered a different dish so that we could share (with plenty to go around. Then as a bonus, many meals came with a free order of pasta to take home. So we ended up having two dinners for the price of one. Great value but more importantly, the food was excellent. We will be back again the next tine we are in town.
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5. Calzone & Macaroni Co.
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Fast casual
Reviewed By lynn s
I have been wanting to stop here ever since I had seen this restaurant on Chicago's Best! We were not disappointed! My husband had the mac and cheese made to order and said it was creamy and delicious. I had the med calzone with buffalo chicken and it was one of the best calzones I have ever had. Large and crispy and loaded with a great sauce. Not too spicy. The restaurant is casual with a order/pick up line. Prices were reasonable for the delicious food. Everything made to order. Unfortunately we do not live in the area, but highly recommend if you are shopping at Vernon Hills Mall. Just a few minutes drive from the mall.
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4. Bonta Italian Market and Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By wellssteve
Very nice dine in. Everything is home made and excellent. Their dinner options are awesome. Highly recommended.
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3. Mambo Italiano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 171 reviews
Reviewed By tgille10
This is one of my favorite restaurants in the area and is definitely my favorite Italian restaurant! The atmosphere is fun and the food is delicious! They have amazing specials every day!Hello and thank you for sharing such positive feedback and a 5-star rating. It's a pleasure knowing that the food and the atmosphere did go well with you. It feels great to see customers leaving happy and satisfied. We'd love to have you over again. Be back soon!
2. Lauretta's Italian Bakeshop Lake
Overall Ratings
4 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By mmcw9989
We love the food here. Great pasta's, salads, sandwiches, and sweets. We eat in or get to go. They pack things very nicely to go. They don't skimp on size of the to go. Don't forget to try their soups. Our favorite soup's are the mushroom and tomato, but they are also introducing new soups that are delicious too. The sweets are incredible! Another favorite is the chicken piccatta. Italian beef panini is so yummy! Another nice feature is they have lunch and dinner portions. Staff always is very nice, knowledgeable, and helpful.
1. Portillo's Hot Dogs
Overall Ratings
4 based on 200 reviews
Home to America's favorite Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef, burgers, salads, and chocolate cake.
Reviewed By ForeverMexico
Food here is great. Very busy and active place that is super noisy. Food is worth the visit. Very popular with the locals and the pricing is reasonable. Highly recommend and will be back!
