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Alex's Washington Gardens, Highwood, IL

Alex's Washington Gardens

4.8
4.8
1509 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Made from scratch, family recipe Italian cuisine, in Highwood since 1932, and at its current location since 1982. Serving a selection of Fresh Seafood delivered daily including Salmon, Whitefish, Mussels, Calamari..... All the classics are here, homemade pastas, hand carved and pounded out Chicken and Veal Parmigiana, Limone, Piccata, Calabrese, and of course Lasagnas, Meatballs, Chicken Vesuvio, and many more, and of course homemade desserts. Also, we offer some of the best thin, crisp crust pizza, which was the first pizza served on the North Shore at Scornavacco's since 1944.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 432-0309
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Sergio Lorenzana
  • Catering
    Our entire restaurant and bar are available for private lunch or afternoon gatherings as we open at 5 PM for regular business. For off-site catering, we can provide food only. Call Ben, the owner, at 847-612-5230 to discuss party and catering options.
  • Private party facilities
    Private events available. Please contact 847-432-0309.
  • Area
    Highwood
  • Cross Street
    Highwood Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street parking.
  • Public transit
    Metra North Line is two blocks away.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine

What 1,509 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North Suburbs

    Best Service

  • North Suburbs

    Best Value

  • North Suburbs

    Hot spot

  • North Suburbs

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alex's Washington Gardens is a beloved local spot renowned for its "best pizza in Chicagoland" and consistently excellent service. Diners rave about the authentic Italian cuisine, with standout dishes like veal limone and salmon Lorenzana. The warm, attentive staff ensures every visit feels special, making it a neighborhood favorite.

1,509 Reviews
  1. Howard

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A keeper!!This was the first time we were at the restaurant. And it won’t be our last!The staff were wonderful, the food was delicious and the menu had so many great choices. Great place for family and friends. Thanks Carole and Howie

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  2. Amanda

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and drinks, great atmosphere. Highly recommend. Definitely make a reservation if you are planning to go during peak dinner time!

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  3. mindee

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 31 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pizza was the best thin crust I have ever had. The best part was our waitress Barbara. She made the eating experience so fun. The food came in fast and fresh.

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  4. Timothy

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pizza in Chicagoland! Will come back again and again!

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  5. Mark

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good and our server was amazing!! She came to our table and I thought she was going to take our order and we already ordered and she was asking how our salads were

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  6. Bridget

    Chicago

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food! Packed on a Thursday night, great neighborhood spot.

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  7. Kim

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WG never disappoints. We celebrated our 32nd wedding anniversary last night at the Gardens. It’s where we went on our first date and also where my husband proposed. We’ve gone every year since to celebrate. It is no wonder that they are still around. The owners use fresh ingredients for all of their fare and also focus on customer service. It’s a winning combination.

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  8. Judy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never fails to please us Always great food Welcoming staff

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  9. Amelia

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful birthday celebration. I have been frequenting this restaurant since I was a child. A beautiful ambiance with a lovely staff. Highly recommend

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  10. Bruce

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As always, a delicious meal and outstanding service.

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FAQs

Alex's Washington Gardens does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Alex's Washington Gardens also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 432-0309.

Alex's Washington Gardens is rated 4.8 stars by 1509 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alex's Washington Gardens

256 Green Bay Road, Highwood, IL 60040

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Highwood Avenue
  • Area
    Highwood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking.
  • Public transit
    Metra North Line is two blocks away.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Sergio Lorenzana
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wine
  • Phone number
    (847) 432-0309
  • Catering
    Our entire restaurant and bar are available for private lunch or afternoon gatherings as we open at 5 PM for regular business. For off-site catering, we can provide food only. Call Ben, the owner, at 847-612-5230 to discuss party and catering options.
  • Private party facilities
    Private events available. Please contact 847-432-0309.
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