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Le Colonial - Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL

Le Colonial - Lake Forest

4.7
4.7
1407 Reviews
$31 to $50
Vietnamese

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7:00 pm
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  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Le Colonial is a celebration of seductive spirit and vivid flavors reminiscent of Saigon in the 1920s. With locations in Atlanta, Chicago, Denver, Delray Beach, Houston, and Naples, the famed Vietnamese restaurant is designed to capture a bygone era of sophistication and opulence. Celebrated restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King deliver exquisite attention to detail in the luxurious, classic, and romantic atmosphere of Lake Forest’s lively Market Square District. For special occasions, our private dining space provides a bespoke setting for unforgettable celebrations. Please be advised that we do not hold an indoor reservation for all patio reservations. We cannot guarantee a table inside if you wish to move.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (847) 474-1500
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 1,407 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

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  • North Suburbs

    Best Ambience

  • North Suburbs

    Romantic

  • North Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Le Colonial in Lake Forest offers an "elegant ambiance" with attentive service and exquisite cuisine. The diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like the "Shaking Beef" and salmon, is paired with exceptional cocktails. Despite minor seating and service hiccups, it remains a top choice for special occasions, celebrated for its "beautiful decor" and "amazing food." Many patrons vow to return for the "wonderful dining experience."
1,407 Reviews
  1. Karyn

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Not thrilled with our seating location. Very loud and in an aisle where people were coming and going. Very unhappy! Many large parties affected us getting good service. Bad experience last night.

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  2. Barbara

    VIP

    Chicago

    87 reviews

    2.0

    87 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I used to look forward to dining at Lake Forest LC Not anymore. Last three times food has been consistently getting worse. Beet salad is very salty and drowned in dressing. Vegetable eggs rolls were OK. My halibut main dish was overcooked and drenched in awful salty sauce. My husband beef was also dry and too salty. It was almost like theme. Our server young lady was very competent and attentive. By the way there only few tables occupied during lunch on Saturday maybe this is indicative of declining quality of food.

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  3. Emily

    VIP

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The ambiance and decor are wonderful, but the food quality is disappointing and overpriced. For example, the duck came with flour buns that were too hard, and we weren’t informed that the grilled Branzino would still have its scales. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this restaurant. Especially when the meal costs $300.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 4 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Emily. We're glad to hear that you appreciated the ambiance and decor at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. However, we're sorry to hear that our food and pricing didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide a high-quality dining experience, and your feedback helps us to improve. We hope you'll consider giving us another chance in the future. Respectfully, Paul Passig General Manager

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  4. Maria

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great except that they crammed 4 small tables for 2 where there should have been 3. We had to squeeze in almost knocking other people’s drinks over to get to our table (and we are not big people). The tables for 2 were also too small so they had to move the flowers off the tables to place the plates on the table. The plates were hanging off the sides. For such a lovely restaurant with great food and service, this really spoiled our experience, especially since this was our Valentines celebration. I would love to try this restaurant again if they I could get a different table.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded 6 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us, Maria! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed our food and service at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the table arrangement. We understand how this could have affected your special Valentine's celebration. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration as we continuously strive to improve our guests' experiences. We look forward to welcoming you back to a more comfortable and enjoyable experience! Cheers! Paul Passig General Manager

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  5. Shannon

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    No where when I booked did it say it was a pre fixe menu. They also wouldn’t serve my boyfriend because of his foreign ID and so we left. Very weird vibe. Inside felt like an olive garden it was absolutely packed 4 feet away at the bar and in no world would I have enjoyed an expensive pre fixe experience here. Would never recommend
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Hey Shannon, we're really sorry to hear about your experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. We understand how frustrating it must have been to find out about a pre-fix menu only to find out when you arrived. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and assure you that we will address these issues. We hope you'll give us another chance in the future to show you the true Le Colonial experience. Respectfully, Paul Passig General Manager

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  6. BROOKS

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Poor service. Bland food. Loud. Several times had to ask twice for items. Attendants had no knowledge wine or appropriate pairings.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Brooks. We're sorry to hear that your experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest didn't meet your expectations. We take your comments about our service, food, and ambiance seriously and we will address these issues with our team to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide a better dining experience. Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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  7. Thomas

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for Valentine’s prix fix dinner. We were rushed through dinner so the restaurant could turn more tables. For $450 for two (including a couple drinks each), I don’t want to feel rushed. The food was decent, the waiter was excellent actually, but we felt like numbers.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Thomas. We're sorry to hear that your Valentine's Day dinner experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest didn't meet your expectations. We understand how important a relaxed dining experience is and we apologize if you felt rushed. We also appreciate your comments about our service. We're always striving to improve and your feedback is valuable in that process. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, Paul Passig General Manager

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  8. Bess

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was welcoming and attentive, food was delicious, great drinks and music & vibe was wonderful. Felt crowded but maybe they added extra tables due to Valentines Day.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the review, Bess! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest. It's wonderful to know that our team made you feel welcome and that you found our food, drinks, and the vibe to your liking. We understand that it can feel a bit crowded on Valentines Day, and we're glad you found the extra tables to be a helpful addition. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best! Paul Passig General Manager

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  9. Edward

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Spotty service was a disappointment when paying a Valentines Day premium. Otherwise a wonderful experience.
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Edward. We're sorry to hear that your Valentine's Day experience at Le Colonial - Lake Forest didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and it's disappointing to hear that we fell short this time. We're glad you enjoyed your experience and hope to make your next visit even more enjoyable. Cheers Paul Passig General Manager

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  10. Scott

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous Valentines Eve Lunch ! We always have a great experience at Le Colonial and the staff is AMAZING !
    Le Colonial - Lake ForestResponded on 16 February 2025
    Hello Scott, We're thrilled to hear that you had a fabulous Valentine's Eve lunch at Le Colonial - Lake Forest! It's always a pleasure to serve you and we're glad that you consistently enjoy our food and service. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best, Paul Passig General Manager

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Le Colonial - Lake Forest offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (847) 474-1500.

Le Colonial - Lake Forest is rated 4.7 stars by 1407 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 59 times today

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Google Map for Le Colonial - Lake Forest

655 Forest Ave, Lake Forest, IL 60045-1819

Additional information

  • Area
    Lake Forest
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Vietnamese, Asian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway
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