Restaurants in Waukegan
The Best Restaurants

Papa Marcos Restaurant
622 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Every single meal has been done right. The owner is personable and he told me about a sauce he made and now, every time I go, I just have to have this sauce on...
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- Superb272 Reviews4.8

Big Ed's BBQ & Bar
4030 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085First I’ll start off saying the staff was very friendly, and inviting upon entering the establishment. Now to the best part, the food. I’m from Indiana,...
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- Superb330 Reviews4.7

TR's Front Row On Greenwood
219 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Place is a little smaller than the pictures make it look. The food though is outstanding. Burgers are excellent the cook them for you perfectly, and they toast...
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- Superb117 Reviews4.8

SMC Pampanga Express
2855 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085The food was amazing. My Filipino friends that brought me there had me try some of everything. They had one dish that was liver, I usually hate liver but I...
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- Superb121 Reviews4.7

Green Town Tavern
110 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085The atmosphere is very "local" which is exactly what we wanted. Our waitress was incredible with her suggestions and humorous personality. The...
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- Superb148 Reviews4.6

Louie's Restaurant
1009 North Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Been going to Louie's ever since I lived near Waukegan. I used to go there when I was a little kid with my aunts and grandma. The food has always been...
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- Superb175 Reviews4.5

Catrachos Restaurant
330 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Excellent place for breakfast or anytime of day. The people there were fast and provided excellent service. This place will be a must everything I come to...
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- Superb73 Reviews4.8

Dockside Ice Cream
38 E Madison St, Waukegan, IL 60085I was very surprised to find this ice cream shop. I was even more surprised with how good the ice cream tasted. If you are any where close to this place stop...
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- Superb117 Reviews4.6

bb.q Chicken Waukegan
554 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Delicious food and staff is awesome! I usually order to go but decided to have a dinner date with my husband, and service was excellent. My fave dish is the...
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- Superb115 Reviews4.6

La Fondita Restaurante Mexicano
916 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087The food here is great! If you want filling food come here I don’t know where I’ve been not finding this place sooner. Everything was flavorful and...
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- Superb87 Reviews4.7

Monica's Diner
1541 Belvidere St, Waukegan, IL 60085This was one of those places that I've past by tons of times with out giving it a thought. Today I did a Google search for brunch and they popped up. Good...
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- Superb93 Reviews4.6

Tute's Bakery and Taqueria
623 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087The bakery is awesome but, they also offer food as well! I tried the asada, al pastor, and tripa tacos. I also tried the shrimp tostada. All the tacos were...
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- Superb89 Reviews4.6

Leno's Sandwich Shop
1826 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085I have been going to this little sub shop for over 40 years. The owner changed many years ago. Same great sub sandwich. I live 2000 miles away, but every time...
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- Superb154 Reviews4.4

El Sabrocito Mexican Restaurant
2941 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087A nicely decorated little restaurant with FANTASTIC food! Whenever I'm wanting to treat myself to food I really love, this place is my first thought each...
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- Superb101 Reviews4.5

The Taproom
36 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085So... I did this thing, "The Polar Plunge" on New Year's Day after being asked to join my friend, Nate, who is a Taproom employee. The minute I...
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- Superb69 Reviews4.6

Juan's Chuck Wagon Restaurant
1522 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085This is very good, basic diner fare with a Mexican flavor and a neighborhood feel. The staff is amiable and attentive and they really hustle. I've been a...
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- Superb125 Reviews4.4

Glen Flora Tap & Grill
938 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085At the Glen Flora tap and grill it was a nice atmosphere the lady behind the counter that took my order for real chicken sandwich and soup was very energetic...
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- Superb87 Reviews4.5

Avocado Express
2632 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085Excellent Torta de Asada! This place doesn't disappoint; I got that along with a side of fruit. Service was terrific, and they were accommodating to some...
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- Superb119 Reviews4.4

Sazón Cocina Mexicana
910 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085My favorite place for tacos and tamales. Absolutely delicious! They hand make tortillas. The staff is friendly, the place is clean and modern. It's...
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- Superb63 Reviews4.6

K & R Jesters
1500 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Unfortunately the owner was very rude when I approached to ask about my order, when I placed the order he just placed it the way he wanted, I did not get what...
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- Superb103 Reviews4.4

Ohsio Sushi
550 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Good sushi in the area but a little pricey. I enjoy 2 rolls on their menu . They also changed the menu so theres limited selection now. Depending on how busy...
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- Superb40 Reviews4.8

Stretch's Sports Bar & Grill
200 N Green Bay Rd rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Enjoyable evening. Laid back and casual atmosphere. Big space. Modest drink prices. Touchtunes jukebox. I saw what looked like a karaoke stage (wasn't...
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- Superb73 Reviews4.5

El Rey Del Pollo Asado
505 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085This place is as great as you heard and better! Honest, humble people cooking some food that will make your mouth go into overload! I don't sugar coat...
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- Superb143 Reviews4.3

Waukegan Bally Muck Inc
1930 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Always a good time at the ‘Muck’! Great for Bears fans, and they always feed you! Not many places do that!!! Good food, too! Thanks Joe and Julia for a...
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- Superb66 Reviews4.5

Waukegan Gyros
1120 Golf Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087This is a hidden gem of Waukegan. The prices are competitive, and the food has always been great - and with decent portion sizing. I especially like their...
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- Superb49 Reviews4.6

Brown's Chicken
3150 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085I love all the choices on the menu. Plus kool-aid wow. Ribs are great but skimpily! CATFISH CATFISH CATFISH bang for your buck there and it taste great. I...
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- Superb126 Reviews4.3

Sunset House Restaurant
1451 Golf Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087The owners were very friendly, service was great and the food was delicious. We took 5 containers of soup home with us. We live in Chicago but definitely will...
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- Superb119 Reviews4.3
American Restaurants
American in Waukegan
Juan's Chuck Wagon Restaurant
1522 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085This is very good, basic diner fare with a Mexican flavor and a neighborhood feel. The staff is amiable and attentive and they really hustle. I've been a...
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- Superb125 Reviews4.4

Sunset House Restaurant
1451 Golf Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087The owners were very friendly, service was great and the food was delicious. We took 5 containers of soup home with us. We live in Chicago but definitely will...
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- Superb119 Reviews4.3
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Waukegan
Louie's Restaurant
1009 North Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Been going to Louie's ever since I lived near Waukegan. I used to go there when I was a little kid with my aunts and grandma. The food has always been...
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- Superb175 Reviews4.5

Glen Flora Tap & Grill
938 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085At the Glen Flora tap and grill it was a nice atmosphere the lady behind the counter that took my order for real chicken sandwich and soup was very energetic...
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- Superb87 Reviews4.5

K & R Jesters
1500 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Unfortunately the owner was very rude when I approached to ask about my order, when I placed the order he just placed it the way he wanted, I did not get what...
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- Superb103 Reviews4.4
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Waukegan
La Fondita Restaurante Mexicano
916 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087The food here is great! If you want filling food come here I don’t know where I’ve been not finding this place sooner. Everything was flavorful and...
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- Superb87 Reviews4.7

Tute's Bakery and Taqueria
623 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087The bakery is awesome but, they also offer food as well! I tried the asada, al pastor, and tripa tacos. I also tried the shrimp tostada. All the tacos were...
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- Superb89 Reviews4.6

El Sabrocito Mexican Restaurant
2941 Sunset Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087A nicely decorated little restaurant with FANTASTIC food! Whenever I'm wanting to treat myself to food I really love, this place is my first thought each...
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- Superb101 Reviews4.5
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Waukegan
Ming Toy Restaurant
3139 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Moved to beach park a few years ago and found this lovely little gem. Options are limited in our small town for food and basically anything but Ming Toy is...
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- Good150 Reviews4.1

China Garden Restaurant
318 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085The food is very delicious, but the portion size is really what makes it so worthwhile to go. I got Crab Rangoon, a plate of potstickers, and sesame chicken...
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- Good128 Reviews4.1

Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant
1802 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085Great food these days is hard to find. I found the food very good, tasty and fast service. Still, currently phone orders only. As things get better the...
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- Good96 Reviews3.3
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Waukegan
Avocado Express
2632 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085Excellent Torta de Asada! This place doesn't disappoint; I got that along with a side of fruit. Service was terrific, and they were accommodating to some...
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- Superb119 Reviews4.4

C.Y.O.C. Create Your Own Cheesecake and Cheesesteak - Waukegan
2114 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087This place never disappoints. I drive an hour to introduce and share this great food with my friends. They were really impressed by the sandwiches as was I. I...
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- Good202 Reviews4.2
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Waukegan
Ostioneria Briza Azul
1611 Belvidere St, Waukegan, IL 60085I went for the first time for a very small wedding reception. I was hesitant because I saw seafood and I do not do any type of seafood. Very surprising they...
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- Good111 Reviews4

Isla Del Mar # 2
1300 Glen Rock Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Very clean and convenient place. They offer big portions and for inexpensive prices. I loved the meals very much and the staff were very attentive and...
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- Good90 Reviews4

JJ Fish & Chicken (14th & Lewis)
1327 S Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085YES THE FOOD IS DELICIOUS THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS THE BEST LOVE IT HERE THANK GOD FOR THE TERRIFIC STAFF AND PATIENT. GOD BLESS YOUR BLACK OWN BUSINESS KEEP...
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- Average71 Reviews3
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Waukegan
Leno's Sandwich Shop
1826 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085I have been going to this little sub shop for over 40 years. The owner changed many years ago. Same great sub sandwich. I live 2000 miles away, but every time...
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- Superb154 Reviews4.4
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Waukegan
bb.q Chicken Waukegan
554 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Delicious food and staff is awesome! I usually order to go but decided to have a dinner date with my husband, and service was excellent. My fave dish is the...
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- Superb115 Reviews4.6

Brown's Chicken
3150 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085I love all the choices on the menu. Plus kool-aid wow. Ribs are great but skimpily! CATFISH CATFISH CATFISH bang for your buck there and it taste great. I...
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- Superb126 Reviews4.3

JJ FISH & CHICKEN
1332 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085I’m new to the lake county area and found this restaurant I wanna start with applauding the AMAZING phone service. Where I’m from I’m use to snobby...
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- Good107 Reviews3.8
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Waukegan
Green Town Tavern
110 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085The atmosphere is very "local" which is exactly what we wanted. Our waitress was incredible with her suggestions and humorous personality. The...
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- Superb148 Reviews4.6

The Taproom
36 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085So... I did this thing, "The Polar Plunge" on New Year's Day after being asked to join my friend, Nate, who is a Taproom employee. The minute I...
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- Superb69 Reviews4.6

North Avenue Tap
637 North Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Good service, prices, and bar food. Nice area outside. Pretty diverse crowd. Looks kinda dingy but is clean inside. A few gambling machines if that’s your...
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- Superb63 Reviews4.4
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Waukegan
TR's Front Row On Greenwood
219 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Place is a little smaller than the pictures make it look. The food though is outstanding. Burgers are excellent the cook them for you perfectly, and they toast...
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- Superb117 Reviews4.8

Stretch's Sports Bar & Grill
200 N Green Bay Rd rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Enjoyable evening. Laid back and casual atmosphere. Big space. Modest drink prices. Touchtunes jukebox. I saw what looked like a karaoke stage (wasn't...
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- Superb73 Reviews4.5