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Best Southern American Restaurants in Waukegan

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A photo of Bluegrass restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2900)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Highland Park
Booked 25 times today
Bluegrass was recommended to me by several friends who said it was their favorite restaurant. My friend and I agree. Bluegrass offers a wide variety of delicious food, with gourmet presentation, and adequate serving size. I ordered pecan crusted Tilapia and my friend ordered the pan seared Walleye. The staff was friendly, checked several times on how our meal and service was, and if we were satisfied. We were celebrating our birthdays and were provided with a Banana Foster to top our meal. Only criticism was the noise level. We will return and recommend to others.
A photo of Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar - Lincolnshire restaurant
4.5
Awesome(149)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Lincolnshire
Booked 9 times today
Food was excellent. I had the chicken fajitas. There is enough chicken left for another whole meal. I was thrilled that the music was no longer so loud. I will be back
A photo of Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar - Schaumburg restaurant
4.3
Awesome(266)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Schaumburg
Booked 31 times today
We always go to Fat Rosie’s for the best Mexican food.
A photo of Big Jones restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(265)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Andersonville
Booked 23 times today
Excellent food, great service, cozy atmosphere, well made yummy cocktails.
A photo of Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar - Rosemont restaurant
4.3
Awesome(245)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Rosemont
Booked 50 times today
Loved it. The staff is attentive and friendly. The ambiance is great. It was my girlfriend’s birthday and they gave her a fantastic production to celebrate with song, a huge sombrero and sparklers. It was a great experience.
A photo of Bless Your Heart - Antioch restaurant
4.2
Awesome(8)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Antioch
Booked 2 times today
Cool place to visit. It's all new and clean feeling inside. Nice, relaxing ambiance. The food was really good. The staff was interactive and friendly, we'll definitely be returning to try out other menu options.
A photo of Fat Rosie's Taco & Tequila Bar - Lincolnwood restaurant
4.4
Awesome(98)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Skokie
Booked 14 times today
Overall a good dining experience with food variety and kind staff.
A photo of El Camino Kitchen restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(0)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Pleasant Prairie
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to El Camino KitchenLooking for one of the best restaurants near Kenosha? El Camino Kitchen invites you to enjoy a unique So-Cal inspired dining experience where a cozy atmosphere meets bold, fresh flavors. Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal or a relaxed dinner with family, we offer something for every taste.Conveniently located in Pleasant Prairie, we’re proud to be a local favorite for guests from Kenosha and surrounding Northern Illinois areas.
A photo of Big Star - Wrigleyville restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(105)
££££
• Regional American (Southern) • Wrigleyville
The food is consistently good and the service is great!

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  • Nancy
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Bluegrass was recommended to me by several friends who said it was their favorite restaurant. My friend and I agree. Bluegrass offers a wide variety of delicious food, with gourmet presentation, and adequate serving size. I ordered pecan crusted Tilapia and my friend ordered the pan seared Walleye. The staff was friendly, checked several times on how our meal and service was, and if we were satisfied. We were celebrating our birthdays and were provided with a Banana Foster to top our meal. Only criticism was the noise level. We will return and recommend to others.
    More info
    Bluegrass$$$$• American• Highland Park
    •
    4.9
  • JeanGold
    Chicago / Illinois •167 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Excellent food, great service, cozy atmosphere, well made yummy cocktails.
    More info
    Big Jones$$$$• Regional American (Southern)• Andersonville
    •
    4.6
  • EricGold
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Oct 2026
    Cool place to visit. It's all new and clean feeling inside. Nice, relaxing ambiance. The food was really good. The staff was interactive and friendly, we'll definitely be returning to try out other menu options.
    More info
    Bless Your Heart - Antioch$$$$• Regional American (Southern)• Antioch
    •
    4.2
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