About Valley Lodge Restaurant

As someone who loves introducing people to classic local spots, I always enjoy talking about Valley Lodge Restaurant, a well-known Traditional American restaurant located at 2132 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL 60025, United States, that instantly feels familiar in the best way. From the moment you arrive, Valley Lodge Restaurant gives off that welcoming neighborhood energy, where generations of diners have come for comforting flavors, relaxed conversations, and dependable service. The setting leans into a timeless American lodge-style vibe, making it just as fitting for a casual family meal as it is for an easygoing night out with friends. I often describe it as the kind of place where you can settle in without feeling rushed, yet still grab a quick bite if you’re short on time. Valley Lodge Restaurant is also flexible when it comes to how you dine, offering options like dine-in, takeaway, delivery, no-contact delivery, kerbside pickup, and even a drive-through, which makes it convenient no matter how your day is going. On the menu, you’ll find a mix of comfort food favorites and lighter choices, along with vegan options that show the kitchen is paying attention to modern tastes. Drinks are part of the experience too, with beer, wine, cocktails, spirits, and coffee available, whether you’re stopping by for late-night food or settling in for a longer evening. Small plates and quick bites work well for sharing, while the private dining room adds a more personal touch for group gatherings. Outdoor seating rounds things out nicely, especially when the weather cooperates, giving the restaurant an extra layer of charm. Overall, Valley Lodge Restaurant stands out to me as a dependable Glenview staple that blends tradition, variety, and convenience in a way that feels natural rather than forced, making it easy to recommend to both locals and visitors looking for a true American dining experience.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Kerbside pickup

+ No-contact delivery

+ Delivery

+ Drive-through

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Fireplace

+ Great beer selection

+ Great cocktails

+ Great dessert

+ Great wine list

+ Serves local specialty

+ Sport

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

+ Late-night food

+ Private dining room

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegan options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Gender-neutral toilets

+ Toilet

+ Wi-Fi

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Historic

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ LGBTQ+ friendly

+ Transgender safe space

Planning

Planning

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ On-site parking

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Saturday: 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Sunday: 04:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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2132 Waukegan Rd, Glenview, IL 60025, United States

Reviews

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Went to the Valley Lodge Tavern. We ordered some very nice drinks. Martini was well made. My wife enjoyed her wine. The waitress was welcoming and very nice. Great place for drinks. Sadly, I have to say the food was substandard. My friend ordered the Shrimp Scampi and I ordered the ribs. Note: we were very surprised at how small the order of pasta was that came with the Shrimp Scampi. It seems like a side dish. Also the food had very little taste and seemed overcooked and kind of rubbery, especially ribs. Might want to talk to the cooks on that... However, the waitress was outstanding. Lastly, the atmosphere was wonderful, people seem very happy to be there.

- R J -

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Our family loves dining at this restaurant, and we visit quite often. The food is consistently delicious, beautifully prepared, and full of flavor. Service is attentive and efficient, and the atmosphere is warm, inviting, and truly comfortable. Every time we come here, it feels like a delightful experience.

- Ekaterina Shilova -

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Awesome food and service. Will keep coming back. Very consistent and reliable. Great menu choices with both American abd Greek influenced selections.

- Cathy -

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I have driven by this restaurant for over 40 years and never went there until today. The food was very good as was the service. The menu offered a wde variety of items. There was some Blackhawks sports memorabilia on the wall which was cool.

- Rick Bloom -

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I had the food delivered through DoorDash. The food tasted great. Amazing all around. These are the onion rings, fried calamari and lamb chops with mashed potatoes. 5 stars!

- Enki Lewie -

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