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- DDeanneChicago / Illinois •3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoExcellent cocktails and wine! Farm to table food is above average!More info1776 RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Crystal Lake•4.6
- RRogerChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe had a great waitress. She went overboard to make sure our experience was good. She kept coming back to the table to be sure.More infoLou Malnati's - LakewoodPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• McHenry•4.5
- JJulieChicago / Illinois •2 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoEvery aspect of our dining experience at Crystal Lake Junction was wonderful! From the hostess, who greeted us with a smile, to the gal who took our drink order, to our awesome waiter (who doubled as the bartender!) the service was outstanding and our food was delicious. We will definitely return the next time we find ourselves in Crystal Lake!More infoCrystal Lake JunctionPrice: Moderate• American• Crystal Lake•4.2
- KKristenvipChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined on 15 Nov 2024Always a great experience and one of our favorite local restaurants. Reminded of downtown when you visit with evolving seasonal drink menu and quaint vibe. My only critique is to change up the menu once in a while.More infoVine and PlatePrice: Moderate• American• Crystal Lake•4.7
- DDaphunkie12Chicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on 14 Feb 2020Great Valentine's Day!! Staff was excellent. Food came out super hot and fresh!!More infoWhite Castle - AlgonquinPrice: Moderate• American• McHenry•3.3
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Crystal Lake is a destination where choosing a place to eat might be a challenge, because so much is available. From fine dining to quick casual establishments, Crystal Lake has plenty of options. Enjoy a steakhouse, a casual eatery or a vegetarian restaurant. At the local steakhouse, try the New York strip steak or the rib eye. You can even order homemade soup like a baked bowl of French onion topped with cheese or the soup du jour. If you're looking for vegetarian choices, then you’ll be delighted by the cuisine choices here. Options include roasted jalapeno hummus and a flatbread pizza topped with mushrooms, artichoke and pesto. Sushi is available in Crystal Lake, or you can always dine at the town’s bakery where croissant sandwiches, skillets and homemade pie are on the menu.
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