Best places in North Chicago, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in North Chicago

Discover the best places in North Chicago, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 478 places in the city.

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Papa Marcos Restaurant

Middle Eastern restaurant

Family-owned nook with old-world flair making classic Middle Eastern & American eats.

$ $$$

4.80 (1.2K reviews) (~4.34 km from centre)

bobadod cmchicken

Restaurant

👍👍 First time here at CM chicken, Waukegan. Absolutely fantastic! The service is phenomenal and my wife, friend, and I came around 1900-2000 and it wasn’t too much, quick service, and the food was awesome. I recommend the soy garlic tikku it has a crispier texture than original one. I also recommend th...

$$ $$

4.90 (432 reviews) (~5.32 km from centre)

Gurnee Donuts

Donut shop

👍👍 Venue may not have the most extensive variety of donuts but possibly the tastiest and finest quality of any donuts I've ever had. I can't rate their coffee since I've never tried it but their fresh-made donuts are to-die-for. I'll definitely have to request a cup of Joe on the next visit. The fame...

$ $$$

4.80 (635 reviews) (~8.69 km from centre)

Big Ed's BBQ & Bar

Barbecue restaurant

No-nonsense joint offering pit-smoked BBQ, classic sides & desserts, plus a bar with local brews.

$$ $$

4.70 (2.1K reviews) (~5.35 km from centre)

Ivy Hall Dispensary - Waukegan

Cannabis store

4.80 (562 reviews) (~4.81 km from centre)

Bowen Park

Park

Flower gardens, forest & an exercise trail, plus a skate park, arts center & local history museum.

4.70 (1K reviews) (~6.81 km from centre)

Deer Path Inn

Hotel

Upscale English-style hotel dating from 1929 offering refined rooms & an elegant restaurant.

4.70 (798 reviews) (~8.45 km from centre)

Tina's Italian Bake Shop

Italian restaurant

Family-run bakery & cafe serving homemade pasta dishes, gourmet sandwiches & classic desserts.

$$ $$

4.80 (388 reviews) (~8.23 km from centre)

AquaCave.com

Aquarium shop

👍👍 Great prices and quick delivery. After placing my order and receiving notification that my order had shipped, I realized I had ordered the wrong chiller. Called them up and they squared everything up very quickly. Great customer service.

4.70 (739 reviews) (~8.25 km from centre)

Old School Forest Preserve

Nature preserve

A 543-acre reserve with trails & picnic shelters known for biking, cross country skiing & fishing.

4.70 (669 reviews) (~9.16 km from centre)

USO Illinois Great Lakes Center

Non-profit organization

👍👍 We recently visited the USO Illinois Great Lakes Center to watch or son graduate boot camp and they really put on a graduation ceremony! The young men and women who were graduating, and all of the dedicated officers, all put a lot of hard work and energy into such! It was an honor and we are now pro...

4.60 (3.9K reviews) (~1.47 km from centre)

North Shore Endoscopy Center

Surgical center

4.80 (358 reviews) (~6.09 km from centre)

Kaiser's Pizza & Pub

Pizza restaurant

Eatery with a wide-ranging comfort-food menu, thin-crust pizza & a full bar in tavern surrounds.

$$ $$

4.60 (1.2K reviews) (~9.53 km from centre)

Stevens'

Steak house

Classic steakhouse with martini & wine lists in a stylish white-tablecloth setting.

$$ $$

4.60 (1K reviews) (~8.28 km from centre)

Greenlight Recreational Dispensary Park City

Cannabis store

4.70 (407 reviews) (~4.22 km from centre)

National Museum of the American Sailor

Museum

Classic facility with displays documenting the training & history of naval service personnel.

4.70 (402 reviews) (~1.43 km from centre)

Anytime Fitness Lake Bluff

Gym

👍👍 Been going here for over two years. Space is great, high end equipment and super clean, and great staff! Betty is amazing! Made me feel comfortable from my initial appointment and made signing up a smooth process. She’s super friendly and a hard worker! Overall this is a great gym

4.90 (191 reviews) (~5.9 km from centre)

Louie's Restaurant

Italian restaurant

Old-school Italian outfit serving pizza, sandwiches & wings, plus craft beer & cocktails.

$$ $$

4.60 (738 reviews) (~5.42 km from centre)

Drip and Culture - Socially Minded Coffee

Coffee shop

👍👍 First time here. The barista was lovely. It had a cool vibe. The coffees I tried were delicious. I got an iced caramel and vanilla latte & a hot abuelita latte. Planning to come back to try more of their delicious drinks.

4.90 (186 reviews) (~5.14 km from centre)

Independence Grove Off-Leash Dog Area

Dog park

👍👍 This was our first time here after buying the yearly membership for the county parks. We had been to a couple others but this one was the best by far! The dogs loved playing in the water and the trail around it was pleasant and not too muddy. We live in the city so this is such a nice change for our...

4.70 (367 reviews) (~9.98 km from centre)

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Best places in North Chicago, United States