Restaurants in Waukegan
The Best Restaurants
Big Ed's BBQ & Bar
4030 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085Our district ordered catering from this business at the start of the new school year so I didn't get to take a picture ... all I know is I loved the food...
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- Superb293 Reviews4.7
Papa Marcos Restaurant
622 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Amazing food. I get the black bean salad and chick pea salad with a side of pitas, and the falafel burger. So. Freaking. Good. The food is so refreshing and...
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- Superb240 Reviews4.8
Louie's Restaurant
1009 North Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085This Place Is A True Gem ? Here In Waukegan. The Food Is Always Great. The Staff Is Awesome. It's Good Place To Relax, Have A Few Drinks, and Enjoy A...
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- Superb161 Reviews4.6
Green Town Tavern
110 S Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085Finally a good option to grab a bite or a drink located in downtown Waukegan. I was happy with the quality of food and taste. This is a great spot for you to...
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- Superb135 Reviews4.6
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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- Superb188 Reviews4.3
Quonset Pizza
2602 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085My family has enjoyed this place's pizza for decades. Great tavern style pizza! We have moved away from the area but will occasionally drive the hour or...
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- Good203 Reviews4.2
Anastasia's Restaurant & Sports Lounge
3880 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan, IL 60085I like this restaurant, it is a great option for breakfasts, the service is very friendly. Although I would like them to use raw jalapeno peppers for the...
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- Good213 Reviews4.1
TR's Front Row On Greenwood
219 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087Excellent 1/2 lb bacon cheddar burger! Waffle fries great and huge portion! The cook and bartender were friendly and provided great service! I highly...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.8
SMC Pampanga Express
2855 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085Holy flavor! ?? I cannot express in words how delicious this food is! These folks can cook! And the prices are great. I will definitely be back. I have found...
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- Superb114 Reviews4.7
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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- Superb92 Reviews4.6
Monica's Diner
1541 Belvidere St, Waukegan, IL 60085My favorite diner in Waukegan. In full honesty, I love the small hole-in-the-wall aesthetic. Some may find it cramped, but I think it's cozy. I love...
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- Superb84 Reviews4.6
Dockside Ice Cream
38 E Madison St, Waukegan, IL 60085Best ice cream place on the North Shore in my opinion. Very friendly & always a yummy experience. Plus you can sit & watch the boats go in & out...
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- Superb108 Reviews4.6
Glen Flora Tap & Grill
938 W Glen Flora Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085I'm so happy his place is literally a half block from my house! The food is fresh, flavorful, fast, with great prices. My Aunt called in an order for...
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- Superb77 Reviews4.6
Leno's Sandwich Shop
1826 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085A home town staple! Grew up eating the "Original" and my parents went there in high school! After 30+years it still tastes the same! Quick, ...
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- Superb139 Reviews4.4
Bob & Anne's Restaurant
1739 N Sheridan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085This place hasn't changed a bit since they got rid of the smoking section. It is exactly what I would expect from a family diner in Waukegan. The food hit...
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- Good126 Reviews4.2
Juan's Chuck Wagon Restaurant
1522 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085The food is very good but the people who take the orders by phone have to be more ordered I call 8 am for my food and she say is ready in 15 minutes I wait...
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- Superb113 Reviews4.4
Waukegan Bally Muck Inc
1930 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Normally not a bar scene type of person, but went to hang out with some friends between Christmas and New Years. Friendly atmosphere and you actually hear the...
- Superb62 Reviews4.6
Hoagie Hut
2807 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085They've been around forever, and they're one of the better priced stalwarts of this particular food fair. The homemade German chocolate cake is to...
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- Good141 Reviews4.2
El Rey Del Pollo Asado
505 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Delicious food. Want something fast but delicious this is the spot. Love ❤ chicken met my protein intake.Sorry the pic shows my half eaten chicken ...I...
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- Superb125 Reviews4.3
Avocado Express
2632 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085Been coming here since they opened. Consistently good food and friendly staff. Love the burgers and paninis. It’s livelier than the traditional diner, partly...
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- Superb110 Reviews4.4
bb.q Chicken Waukegan
554 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Just tried this place. Soy Garlic wings are awesome! Great flavor with just a little kick of spicy deliciousness. Glad I tried it. I will definitely order...
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- Superb94 Reviews4.6
Catrachos Restaurant
330 S Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Hole in the wall type spot!!!!For my military folks who are stationed in NAVSTA GreatLakes area and looking for something other than Mexican, then this is the...
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- Superb68 Reviews4.8
La Fondita Restaurante Mexicano
916 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087This is my new favorite Mexican restaurant in Waukegan... actually, in Lake County!Great food and very friendly service.The machete is of special note, but the...
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- Superb77 Reviews4.7
Emily's Pancake House
488 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Just went to Emily's for breakfast. Great food and friendly service. Dividers between booths allow for greater health safety. My daughter wanted rye...
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- Good179 Reviews4
Chili's Grill & Bar
890 S Waukegan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Everything was wonderful the waitress was polite and punctual. I would rather have raspberry iced tea then blueberry. Fajitas make a husky individual very...
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- Good126 Reviews3.9
Sunset House Restaurant
1451 Golf Rd, Waukegan, IL 60087This is a gem and a step back in time. The food is your classic diner food. They do offer a few different dishes that I wouldn't have expected. I love it...
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- Superb114 Reviews4.3
Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
760 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Had a great time at Pepe's! Pepe's has been a staple in Waukegan for over 20 years. Remember when it was off Lewis near Glen Flora? Enjoyed a...
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- Good136 Reviews3.8
George's Gyros
2122 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Closest Chicago Style Food to my house ! I’ll be definitely coming back ! Love their chili cheese dogs and Fries ! A bit pricey but totally worth it ?It’s...
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- Good140 Reviews4.1
American Restaurants
American in Waukegan
Gojos Cafe & Pancake House
2929 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Fast and friendly service, our coffee cups were never empty. My wife and I relish going to Gojo's for their good food and friendly atmosphere. I wish...
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- Good167 Reviews3.7
Buffalo Wild Wings
3961 Fountain Square Pl, Waukegan, IL 60085Initially my order did not come out correctly and they forgot a few items but the manager was helpful and personally remade my entire order which came out...
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- Average180 Reviews3
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Waukegan
Jimano's Pizzeria
938 N Green Bay Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Jimanos has the best thin crust pizza, hands down. Their menu is a little pricey but the food is good. I really like their Caeser salad, it's enough for...
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- Good115 Reviews3.9
K & R Jesters
1500 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085We always feel welcomed here! Love the staff and the other patrons! Food is so good! Pizza, wings, burgers and fish are items we can vouch for! Recommend...
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- Superb93 Reviews4.4
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Waukegan
Tute's Bakery and Taqueria
623 W Greenwood Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087I've literally never been in a better panaderia than this one. It is always PACKED with amazing fresh bread and they make the best Tortas Cubanas. The...
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- Superb75 Reviews4.6
Taqueria Toluca
822 10th St, Waukegan, IL 60085There are a number of Mexican restaurants that are authentic but not many get the Mexican seasoning right. I've been eating here for years and truly enjoy...
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- Superb106 Reviews4.3
El Famous Burrito
3210 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085I highly recommend this place as your dining spot whenever you're craving Mexican food. I've been eating at this location for over 15 years. The food...
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- Good153 Reviews3.9
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Waukegan
Ming Toy Restaurant
3139 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60087The food is delicious. I had a hard time finding good Chinese food but this food is sooooo good. I had the shrimp egg fo young and the peppers steak with...
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- Good137 Reviews4.1
China Garden Restaurant
318 N Genesee St, Waukegan, IL 60085We just moved to waukegan and this is our 1st experience ordering in and it was Amazing it was better than what we hoped and we will definitely be our go to...
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- Good114 Reviews4.2
China V Star Buffet
2253 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085I really like being in this buffet. The food is absolutely delicious and the staff is friendly and helpful. If you really want a place to relax and eat this is...
- Good96 Reviews3.5
Burger Restaurants
Burgers in Waukegan
McDonald's
1010 S Waukegan Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Standard food and service for McDonald's but additionally table service and extra sanitation related to COVID precautions. Only down side was the somewhat...
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- Good100 Reviews3.5
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Waukegan
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Waukegan
Brown's Chicken
3150 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085Their employees are always so welcoming and sweet. Really nice, clean and neat. Their food is delicious, especially since they added their ribs. Definitely my...
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- Superb114 Reviews4.3
JJ FISH & CHICKEN
1332 N Lewis Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085This place has some amazing food! The cat fish is my favorite from this place. Call ahead works best if not you will wait a little but it’s fresh every time....
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- Good102 Reviews3.8
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Waukegan
Stretch's Sports Bar & Grill
200 N Green Bay Rd rd, Waukegan, IL 60085This restaurant is obviously one of the finest place in the area. Every time I go there I am awfully satisfied. They maintain their high standard service and...
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- Superb63 Reviews4.6
Las Vegas Pool Hall
2500 Grand Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085Players are friendly. bartenders are some friendly clean has security, small parking lot .. but nice place I don't know the age to enter.. I will ask...
- Good30 Reviews3.8