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Inovasi

Inovasi

American Restaurant$$$$
Village of Lake Bluff, Lake Bluff
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Inovasi
7.9/10
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  • Stars
    The experts at Time Out Chicago and Chicago magazine recommend this place
    • Time Out Chicago
    • Chicago magazine
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    Mr. Brooks a.
    "The BEST dining establishment on the North Shore."(2 Tips)
    Rick L.
    "You really do want to try Burger Night."(2 Tips)
    Ed B.
    "Do the tasting menu."(2 Tips)
    T.K. G.
    "Excellent beer selection."(3 Tips)
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  • Abi Z.heart icon on user image
    Abi ZeibahMay 16, 2017
    You 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 Tribune
    Chicago TribuneMarch 5, 2015
    Eat 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 Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoFebruary 28, 2012
    Chef 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 magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 18, 2012
    Recommended: 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 Tribune
    Chicago TribuneAugust 1, 2014
    According to Inovasi's menu, each cocktail is made with "balance, technique and passion," and the superb St. Petersburg Stallion proves that. Read more
  • Brendan F.
    Brendan FrankMarch 21, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    Great food, service, and philosophy behind this restaurant. Curtis the bartender is the man. Be sure to tip him well!
  • Mary Kay H.
    Mary Kay HardcastleJanuary 17, 2013
    Eater 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.
  • Mr. Brooks a.
    Mr. Brooks aka THEBlindhomerNovember 30, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    The BEST dining establishment on the North Shore. Innovative menu, quality local ingredients, try the tasting menu for an awesome experience.
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    Janet TabinApril 12, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    The Tuesday night hamburger menu is fabulous.
  • Megan H.
    Megan HSeptember 15, 2013
    Delicious farm to table meal!! Attentive, friendly wait staff.
  • Matthew S.
    Matthew SupertJuly 3, 2013
    Tuesday is burger night. Handmade 7 oz burgers from a local farm.
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    KrinaJune 12, 2012
    The small plates menu is amazing--fun, lively atmosphere.
  • Ed B.heart icon on user image
    Ed BrillMarch 31, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    Anything with cheese curds. Actually, anything. Do the tasting menu.
  • Patricia B.
    Patricia BleckDecember 6, 2013
    Amazing grilled cheese at lunch.
  • Rick L.
    Rick LesserJune 25, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    You really do want to try Burger Night.
  • Gary D.
    Gary DiTomassiMay 31, 2013
    Our 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 P.
    Lake Forest/Lake Bluff PatchJune 16, 2011
    Inovasi offers great home grown American cuisine. Find out more at the Lake Forest Patch: http://bit.ly/kIc469
  • T.K. G.
    T.K. GoreJuly 6, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Excellent beer selection. Highy rec the Lake Bluff Brewing Co. stout.
  • Ellie H.heart icon on user image
    Ellie HuberFebruary 24, 2019
    The food is good but service was really slow.
  • Sonja K.
    Sonja KassebaumFebruary 25, 2010
    Try the Vesper, it's delicious if I do say so myself.
  • Amelia S.heart icon on user image
    Amelia SnoblinOctober 27, 2012
    New menu is very disappointing. Atmosphere was nice, but food is VERY lackluster. Certainly not "gourmet" as advertised.
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Inovasi
28 E Center Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
United States
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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.
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Closed until 5:00 PM (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
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(847) 295-1000
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Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
No
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Bar Service
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Yes
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Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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