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Inovasi
American Restaurant$$$$
Village of Lake Bluff, Lake Bluff
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Chicago Tribune recommend this place
"The BEST dining establishment on the North Shore."(2 Tips)
"You really do want to try Burger Night."(2 Tips)
"Do the tasting menu."(2 Tips)
"Excellent beer selection."(3 Tips)
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Abi ZeibahMay 16, 2017You don't have to break the bank here but I definitely did due to a friend's birthday. However, that aside very friendly staff and the waiter helped me out with all my questions regarding their 🍹's.
Chicago TribuneMarch 5, 2015Eat this: Old-fashioned doughnuts. The dessert doughnut dish at Inovasi combines freshly fried mini-doughnuts with a pale ale caramel sauce, puffed wild rice, and housemade apple cider sorbet. Read more
Time Out ChicagoFebruary 28, 2012Chef de Rosiers collaborated with North Shore Distillery to create its Distiller’s Gin No. 6 at 110 proof, which des Rosiers found brought out a little more of the orange peel and thyme flavors. Read more
Chicago magazineApril 18, 2012Recommended: a complex shrimp soup with calamari, brioche croutons, Thai chili paste, shiitakes, a whipped parsnip purée, and a broth of lobster and Vietnamese coconut. Read more- Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014According to Inovasi's menu, each cocktail is made with "balance, technique and passion," and the superb St. Petersburg Stallion proves that. Read more
Great food, service, and philosophy behind this restaurant. Curtis the bartender is the man. Be sure to tip him well!
Mary Kay HardcastleJanuary 17, 2013Eater says try the Squash Toddy ($10), version of a hot toddy made with made with squash puree, maple syrup, apple brandy, rye whiskey and lemon juice, and cinnamon.- The BEST dining establishment on the North Shore. Innovative menu, quality local ingredients, try the tasting menu for an awesome experience.
- Anything with cheese curds. Actually, anything. Do the tasting menu.
Gary DiTomassiMay 31, 2013Our server was great... Very knowledgeable. Food was mediocre at best.... salty. If you like your rice undercooked & being ignored by the bartender after spending over $150, this is the place for you.
Lake Forest/Lake Bluff PatchJune 16, 2011Inovasi offers great home grown American cuisine. Find out more at the Lake Forest Patch: http://bit.ly/kIc469- Excellent beer selection. Highy rec the Lake Bluff Brewing Co. stout.
Amelia SnoblinOctober 27, 2012New menu is very disappointing. Atmosphere was nice, but food is VERY lackluster. Certainly not "gourmet" as advertised.
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Inovasi is a contemporary American restaurant where the line between casual and upscale is blurred. We invite you to relax and enjoy a meal of world-class dining that’s crafted in dynamic ways.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:30 AM–1:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
(847) 295-1000
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
Dining Options
Bar Service
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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