Las Palmas (http://www.laspalmasmexrst.com/) Mexican Restaurant in Glenview offers a top notch quality restaurant that offers some of the finest Mexican cuisine on the North Shore. It started on Howard Street and has flourished and blossomed with more locations. The inspiration for the menu comes from the traditional Mexican kitchen. The clientele is loyal and Las Palmas has a great following.
Some of their more popular dishes inlclude Fajitas, the Las Palmas combo platter, Shrimp La Planxa, Burrito Suiza and of course their quacamole.
I had the pleasure of sampling the combo platter which had a cheese chile relleno, steak burrito and chimichanga which came with rice, beans and guacamole. I also had the cheesecake which was great.
I highly recommend Las Palmas for any occasion!!
Las Palmas Mexican Restaurant
1829 Wakegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
Tel: 847-998-8700
http://www.laspalmasmexrst.com/
Friday, June 18, 2010
Pakwaan: Morton Grove's Indian and Pakistani food destination
Pakwaan is owned and operated by the Sharif family who work together as a great team. The Mother is the chef (and an unbelievable one at that!!!), the son Razi is the manager and his brothers help in the paperwork, insurance and all of the other responsibilities that come along with running a successful operation. Their ingredients are hand picked from Devon Avenue and are all Zubiha Halal. The food is absolutely outstanding!!! It's so fresh and you can tell that it's absolutely homemade. Their clientele consists of people who come from all different walks of life including the Indian and Pakistani communities. The restaurant also caters and will soon be cooking for a 500 person wedding.
Some of their specialties include biryani which is rice and you can add in lamb, chicken, shrimp, vegetables or order it plain. They also offer Pakora, different types of Daal, Paneer, Samosas, Naan and desserts like Kalandri Kheer, Rabri, Double Ka Meetha, Gajar Halwa, Gulab Jamun and Milk Shakes.
Pakwaan also has an off premise catering insurance policy where they can cater events off site and with any item on the menu. Smartly, they have opened Subhan Zabiha Halal Meat Market right next door so you can shop for all of your Indian and Pakistani grocery items.
During Ramadan, they will offer a free Iftar and will also have items on the menu available for ordering.
Pakwaan will be be on GeoNews which is viewable on a Pakistani News Network.
I had the privlege and pleasure of trying the lamb biryani which is rice mixed with spices and lamb. I also tried the vegetable samosa which has mashed potato inside with spices and peas that is wrapped with a great flaky dough that is fried. Along with the vegetable samosa, I also tried the beef samosa which was flavorful, well cooked and would recommend it for any event. For dessert, I tried the Gulab Jamun which is a fried dough that floats in a syrup which was light and great for after dinner or lunch.
The Sharif's are a wonderful family who have an outstanding operation and food in Pakwaan and with Subhan. This is an oustanding restaurant run by some outstanding people.
Pakwaan Restaurant
7947 Golf Road
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
Tel: 847-965-2422
Fax: 847-965-1018
Subhan
Zabiha Halal Meat Mart
7955 Golf Road
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
Some of their specialties include biryani which is rice and you can add in lamb, chicken, shrimp, vegetables or order it plain. They also offer Pakora, different types of Daal, Paneer, Samosas, Naan and desserts like Kalandri Kheer, Rabri, Double Ka Meetha, Gajar Halwa, Gulab Jamun and Milk Shakes.
Pakwaan also has an off premise catering insurance policy where they can cater events off site and with any item on the menu. Smartly, they have opened Subhan Zabiha Halal Meat Market right next door so you can shop for all of your Indian and Pakistani grocery items.
During Ramadan, they will offer a free Iftar and will also have items on the menu available for ordering.
Pakwaan will be be on GeoNews which is viewable on a Pakistani News Network.
I had the privlege and pleasure of trying the lamb biryani which is rice mixed with spices and lamb. I also tried the vegetable samosa which has mashed potato inside with spices and peas that is wrapped with a great flaky dough that is fried. Along with the vegetable samosa, I also tried the beef samosa which was flavorful, well cooked and would recommend it for any event. For dessert, I tried the Gulab Jamun which is a fried dough that floats in a syrup which was light and great for after dinner or lunch.
The Sharif's are a wonderful family who have an outstanding operation and food in Pakwaan and with Subhan. This is an oustanding restaurant run by some outstanding people.
Pakwaan Restaurant
7947 Golf Road
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
Tel: 847-965-2422
Fax: 847-965-1018
Subhan
Zabiha Halal Meat Mart
7955 Golf Road
Morton Grove, Illinois 60053
Thursday, June 10, 2010
The Charcoal Oven Restaurant: Golf Road's golden gem!!
The Charcoal Oven Restaurant (http://www.charcoalovenrestaurant.com/) was founded by Phillip Georgouses and is now enjoying an unbelievable resurgence under his daughter Maria and her husband Rich. Phil purchased this wonderful establishment after he returned from WWII and named it "The Charcoal Oven Restaurant (http://www.charcoalovenrestaurant.com/)". The concept is a supper club that has stood the test of time due to the incredible food, service, authenticity and cleanliness. Some of the menu items have changed with the differing and varying food tastes as time has evolved. Their menu consists of steaks, chops, fresh fish that comes every day, chicken, pistachio (a Greek lasagna), ribs and moussaka (a Greek meat and vegetable casserole) fresh salads with homemade dressings that are made by Sonja Carlson (a very long time waitress), fresh bread and their homemade cottage fries. All meals include a starter , salad, green vegetable, the entree and the cottage fries. All of the desserts are homemade and truly fresh.
This wonderful gem also has many different beers and wines which will be featured during various tastings in the near future. The tasting will allow the public to sample different flavors without having to order a full glass of either the different beers or wines.
Their clientele consists of third generation family members, families with kids and members of the Presbyterian Homes. Maria and Rich are very happy to report that their business is up and booming. Their customers have turned into family and friends which also helps to add to the environment and charm.
Maria and Rich want to thank all of their patrons and customers for their continued business and want to remind everyone that they always provide fresh food that is well made, never frozen and made with tender care.
This beautiful dining room can fit seventy people for any type of event but please call ahead so all of your needs are taken care of for a perfect party.
I had the pleasure of sampling the Greek lamb chops, salad with blue cheese which was outstanding, asparagus, warm bread, and cottage fries. All of these great offerings were so well flavored, homemade and cooked to absolute perfection. The portions are very plentiful and are flavorful, tasty and well made.
This is a wonderful destination for a supper club experience, dinner with the family, entertaining a client or for a very special event.
As Phil says: "You won't be disappointed!"
The Charcoal Oven Restaurant
4400 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60076
T: 847 675-8062
http://www.charcoalovenrestaurant.com/
This wonderful gem also has many different beers and wines which will be featured during various tastings in the near future. The tasting will allow the public to sample different flavors without having to order a full glass of either the different beers or wines.
Their clientele consists of third generation family members, families with kids and members of the Presbyterian Homes. Maria and Rich are very happy to report that their business is up and booming. Their customers have turned into family and friends which also helps to add to the environment and charm.
Maria and Rich want to thank all of their patrons and customers for their continued business and want to remind everyone that they always provide fresh food that is well made, never frozen and made with tender care.
This beautiful dining room can fit seventy people for any type of event but please call ahead so all of your needs are taken care of for a perfect party.
I had the pleasure of sampling the Greek lamb chops, salad with blue cheese which was outstanding, asparagus, warm bread, and cottage fries. All of these great offerings were so well flavored, homemade and cooked to absolute perfection. The portions are very plentiful and are flavorful, tasty and well made.
This is a wonderful destination for a supper club experience, dinner with the family, entertaining a client or for a very special event.
As Phil says: "You won't be disappointed!"
The Charcoal Oven Restaurant
4400 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60076
T: 847 675-8062
http://www.charcoalovenrestaurant.com/
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Top Gun Dogs Glenview: The Glen's answer to great Hot Dogs, Gyros and Hamburgers!!
Top Gun Dogs (http://www.topgundogstheglen.com) is owned by the Lykouretzos family who have established a gold star Glenview/North Shore destination for Hot Dogs, Gyros, Hamburgers and all other goodies in the fast food world. Their restaurant is very clean and well decorated. They have been in the food business since 1972 and have owned Top Gun Dogs for the last two years. The food is unbelievable. It's tasty, well made, flavorful and there is an abundant variety of items to choose from. The inspiration for their menu comes from the lack of tasty, fresh and well made fast food in "The Glen" which is located in Glenview, Illinois.
Top Gun Dogs has participated in alot of community events and truly understand how important it is to get involved with the people and community surrounding your business.
Their clientele consists of a great cross section of people such as families with kids, senior citizens, business people who want to stop for something quick and yummy and alot of different people from Glenview and the surrounding communities.
Their menu also consists of Philly Chicken, Philly Steak, Italian Beef, Polish Sausage and they offer three different types of salads along with Avgolemeno which is a Greek Egg Lemon Chicken Rice soup. The soup is GREAT!! I've eaten ALOT of avgolemeno and this was really special!!
There are some tentative plans for potential new items on the menu but nothing has been solidified. So keep checking for new additions!!!
Athena, who is the matriarch of the family, wants to give a heartfelt thanks to their loyal and wonderful customers who have continued to patronize their business. The whole family really enjoys each and every single customer and wishes them nothing but the very best for everyone. :)
Their catering menu features very high quality dishes that are made with high quality ingredients and they require 48 hours notice to put an order together for ANY type of occasion.
I had the privilege and pleasure of sampling the Avgolemeno (Greek Egg Lemon Chicken Rice Soup), a Hot Dog, a Gyros with everything, an order of fries and a piece of Baklava. As I mentioned earlier, the Avgolemeno was absolutely divine. It had the right consistency, balance of eggs and lemon, great chicken and the rice was cooked just right. The Hot Dog had the right snap to it and was moist, flavorful and was enclosed in a great bun with ketchup. I've also had ALOT of Gyros but this wonderful sandwich had an unbelievable blend of an abundant amount of Gyro meat, tomatoes that tasted like they had just been picked out of a garden, Tzaziki and onions on a really delicately cooked pita that was accompanied by a wonderful order of fries that were cooked to absolute perfection. And last but definitely not least, the baklava was made with absolute perfection. It tasted like it came straight from Halsted Street. The phyllo was flaky with the right amount of syrup and the nuts were tender and adorned with the right amount of baklava spices.
Top Gun Dogs (http://www.topgundogstheglen.com) is such a treat for anyone or for the whole family!!!
Top Gun Dogs
1845 Tower Drive
Glenview, IL 60026
T: 847-998-0444
F: 847-998-0555
Open 7 Days a Week at 11am
http://www.topgundogstheglen.com
Top Gun Dogs has participated in alot of community events and truly understand how important it is to get involved with the people and community surrounding your business.
Their clientele consists of a great cross section of people such as families with kids, senior citizens, business people who want to stop for something quick and yummy and alot of different people from Glenview and the surrounding communities.
Their menu also consists of Philly Chicken, Philly Steak, Italian Beef, Polish Sausage and they offer three different types of salads along with Avgolemeno which is a Greek Egg Lemon Chicken Rice soup. The soup is GREAT!! I've eaten ALOT of avgolemeno and this was really special!!
There are some tentative plans for potential new items on the menu but nothing has been solidified. So keep checking for new additions!!!
Athena, who is the matriarch of the family, wants to give a heartfelt thanks to their loyal and wonderful customers who have continued to patronize their business. The whole family really enjoys each and every single customer and wishes them nothing but the very best for everyone. :)
Their catering menu features very high quality dishes that are made with high quality ingredients and they require 48 hours notice to put an order together for ANY type of occasion.
I had the privilege and pleasure of sampling the Avgolemeno (Greek Egg Lemon Chicken Rice Soup), a Hot Dog, a Gyros with everything, an order of fries and a piece of Baklava. As I mentioned earlier, the Avgolemeno was absolutely divine. It had the right consistency, balance of eggs and lemon, great chicken and the rice was cooked just right. The Hot Dog had the right snap to it and was moist, flavorful and was enclosed in a great bun with ketchup. I've also had ALOT of Gyros but this wonderful sandwich had an unbelievable blend of an abundant amount of Gyro meat, tomatoes that tasted like they had just been picked out of a garden, Tzaziki and onions on a really delicately cooked pita that was accompanied by a wonderful order of fries that were cooked to absolute perfection. And last but definitely not least, the baklava was made with absolute perfection. It tasted like it came straight from Halsted Street. The phyllo was flaky with the right amount of syrup and the nuts were tender and adorned with the right amount of baklava spices.
Top Gun Dogs (http://www.topgundogstheglen.com) is such a treat for anyone or for the whole family!!!
Top Gun Dogs
1845 Tower Drive
Glenview, IL 60026
T: 847-998-0444
F: 847-998-0555
Open 7 Days a Week at 11am
http://www.topgundogstheglen.com
Monday, June 7, 2010
Quizno's Subs in Glenview: DELICIOUS, friendly and clean!!!
Quizno's in Glenview is a great place to have a sandwich, chips, cookie and drink that will satisfy any hungry person. This location is owned by Anil and Nita Patel who have alot of experience in the food business and previously owned a convenient store. Quizno's offers everything from salads, sandwiches, soups, top line chips, cookies and outstanding soft drinks. This store is in a great location, is very clean and the food is fresh and of top quality. Quiznos will be offering a special of a small sandwich, chips and a drink for $2.99 from June 7th to June 20th. This offer is only good with a coupon that can be printed online at http://www.quiznos.com/. There are also trays of sandwiches that are available but you have to call ahead and arrange any catering orders.
Quizno's is a great option because of the vast offerings they have of all of their products.
I had the pleasure of sampling the Double Cheese Cheese steak, a bag of chips and a double chocolate chunk cookie. All of these selections were so tasty, fresh and hit the spot for a summer afternoon. The bread was very tender and well baked as was the cookie. The beef, cheese, onions and spread that was included were tasty and well seasoned. The sandwich was above great and I highly suggest it to everyone. The chips were from Lay and as usual, were tasty and very well put together.
This location is just a treat and great for grabbing a bite with a friend or bringing the kids after a game!!!
Quizno's Subs
1819 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
Office: 847-724-0410
http://www.quiznos.com/
Quizno's is a great option because of the vast offerings they have of all of their products.
I had the pleasure of sampling the Double Cheese Cheese steak, a bag of chips and a double chocolate chunk cookie. All of these selections were so tasty, fresh and hit the spot for a summer afternoon. The bread was very tender and well baked as was the cookie. The beef, cheese, onions and spread that was included were tasty and well seasoned. The sandwich was above great and I highly suggest it to everyone. The chips were from Lay and as usual, were tasty and very well put together.
This location is just a treat and great for grabbing a bite with a friend or bringing the kids after a game!!!
Quizno's Subs
1819 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
Office: 847-724-0410
http://www.quiznos.com/
Noburi Sushi: Top of the Line QUALITY Japanese Sushi and Cuisine
Noburi Sushi is Chicago's North Shore premier and top quality Japanese cuisine and sushi. This wonderful establishment is owned by Noboru Nakamura who originally came to New York from Tokyo and then came to Chicago in 1988. He was previously the President of Akai Hana in Wilmette and left to open Noburi Sushi two years ago.
His very fresh ingredients (I can't stress enough how fresh the food is.) come from wonderful vendors from his previous relationships at Akai Hana. The menu is made of very traditional Japanese dishes and are not Chinese or come from any other Asian culture or cuisine. Freshness and quality are very important to Noboru.
His clients consist of families, business people, High School students who bring their parents, Toddlers, Senior Citizens and friends who get together for lunch. The establishment is immaculate and one can eat off the floors. Noboru waits the tables himself and says that customer service is highly important to him and to the employees.
They were featured in the Pioneer Press on May 6, 2010 in an article that was written by Lee A. Litas which speaks highly about their quality and prestige within the community.
The future may hold another restaurant and possibly some additions or substitutions to their menu.
Noboru is very well versed in the cuisine of his homeland and loves customers who understand that his establishment is strictly of the Japanese cuisine (so there is no fried rice, crab Rangoon or chicken cashew) and those who ask for suggestions.
The menu includes vegetable appetizers such as goma, edamame, vegetable croquette and vegetable tempura. The meat appetizers range from goyza, yakitori to Kara Age and a Beef Teriyaki Appetizer. They offer great teriyaki offerings such as chicken, chicken and vegetable to Chilean Sea Bass Teriyaki. There are also different entrees such as chicken cutlets, Vegetable Tempura Oyster Soup and Sukiyaki. They have noodle dishes, various salads and of course countless sushi offerings.
For dessert, they have ice cream, Mochi Ice Cream, Mochi Daifuku and Cheesecake.
This author had the pleasure and privilege of trying the goyza, Chicken and Vegetable Teriyaki, the white rice (which was GREAT!!)the salad with carrot and ginger dressing and an unbelievable piece of cheesecake.
Noboru Sushi is just an absolute wonderful treat and great staycation to Japan. I highly recommend a trip with your family or friends.
Nobori Sushi
Japanese Restaurant
1821 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
http://www.noborisushi.com
His very fresh ingredients (I can't stress enough how fresh the food is.) come from wonderful vendors from his previous relationships at Akai Hana. The menu is made of very traditional Japanese dishes and are not Chinese or come from any other Asian culture or cuisine. Freshness and quality are very important to Noboru.
His clients consist of families, business people, High School students who bring their parents, Toddlers, Senior Citizens and friends who get together for lunch. The establishment is immaculate and one can eat off the floors. Noboru waits the tables himself and says that customer service is highly important to him and to the employees.
They were featured in the Pioneer Press on May 6, 2010 in an article that was written by Lee A. Litas which speaks highly about their quality and prestige within the community.
The future may hold another restaurant and possibly some additions or substitutions to their menu.
Noboru is very well versed in the cuisine of his homeland and loves customers who understand that his establishment is strictly of the Japanese cuisine (so there is no fried rice, crab Rangoon or chicken cashew) and those who ask for suggestions.
The menu includes vegetable appetizers such as goma, edamame, vegetable croquette and vegetable tempura. The meat appetizers range from goyza, yakitori to Kara Age and a Beef Teriyaki Appetizer. They offer great teriyaki offerings such as chicken, chicken and vegetable to Chilean Sea Bass Teriyaki. There are also different entrees such as chicken cutlets, Vegetable Tempura Oyster Soup and Sukiyaki. They have noodle dishes, various salads and of course countless sushi offerings.
For dessert, they have ice cream, Mochi Ice Cream, Mochi Daifuku and Cheesecake.
This author had the pleasure and privilege of trying the goyza, Chicken and Vegetable Teriyaki, the white rice (which was GREAT!!)the salad with carrot and ginger dressing and an unbelievable piece of cheesecake.
Noboru Sushi is just an absolute wonderful treat and great staycation to Japan. I highly recommend a trip with your family or friends.
Nobori Sushi
Japanese Restaurant
1821 Waukegan Road
Glenview, IL 60025
http://www.noborisushi.com
Friday, June 4, 2010
Spiro's Deli: Glenview's destination for "The Bomber" and UNBELIEVABLE fries!!
Spiro's Delis is the creation of the Nestos family that arrived from Greece and achieved the American dream by opening this great destination in 1966. Peter, who is one of the sons, is the owner and has a wonderful staff to help him. This wonderful spot is the home to "The Bomber", which was named after a squadron and some unbelievable fries that are home made and will leave you dreaming about them for centuries. "The Bomber" consists of their own Italian Beef, a mayo spread, onions, pickles and an unbelievable bread that is just delectable. There is a doctor who orders "The Bomber" from Spiro's and is a "deal closer" for any business deal that might arise and needs to be closed. The Poor Boy, which is also popular, was started by Peter's grandmother with very simple cheeses and meat and has remained as a consistent item on their menu.
This wonderful place was started as a full service deli with meat, cheeses, lots of Greek sweets and other delicious items and is now a great fast food destination. The quality of their ingredients is #1 and is their top priority. They purchase their products from Cisco and United Food Service. The newest addition is their chicken pitas which are healthy and tasty. The menu includes unbelievable fries, gyros, burgers, hot dogs, Italian Sausage and a catering menu that is just out of this world. If you need to put in a catering order, they need twenty four hours notice to put he order together.
There are several defining factors that set Spiro's apart and those being the quality of their food and their customer service. They deliver their great food to various business in the loop and also have a wonderful catering service with a huge menu to pick from. Peter wants to thank the customers for 44 years of patronizing their wonderful business. They have the most hardworking and loyal clientele on the North Shore of Chicago.
Spiro's Deli is a must go to destination in Glenview and the North Shore. Peter and his staff are very hospitable, the food is unbelievable and you can eat off the floors. Enjoy!!!
Spiro's Deli
1210 Waukegan Road
Glenview, Illinois 60025
T: 847-729-6650
F: 847-729-6657
http://www.spirosdeli.com/
M-F: 9:30am - 7pm
Sat: 9:30am - 6pm
Sunday: 11am - 4 pm
This wonderful place was started as a full service deli with meat, cheeses, lots of Greek sweets and other delicious items and is now a great fast food destination. The quality of their ingredients is #1 and is their top priority. They purchase their products from Cisco and United Food Service. The newest addition is their chicken pitas which are healthy and tasty. The menu includes unbelievable fries, gyros, burgers, hot dogs, Italian Sausage and a catering menu that is just out of this world. If you need to put in a catering order, they need twenty four hours notice to put he order together.
There are several defining factors that set Spiro's apart and those being the quality of their food and their customer service. They deliver their great food to various business in the loop and also have a wonderful catering service with a huge menu to pick from. Peter wants to thank the customers for 44 years of patronizing their wonderful business. They have the most hardworking and loyal clientele on the North Shore of Chicago.
Spiro's Deli is a must go to destination in Glenview and the North Shore. Peter and his staff are very hospitable, the food is unbelievable and you can eat off the floors. Enjoy!!!
Spiro's Deli
1210 Waukegan Road
Glenview, Illinois 60025
T: 847-729-6650
F: 847-729-6657
http://www.spirosdeli.com/
M-F: 9:30am - 7pm
Sat: 9:30am - 6pm
Sunday: 11am - 4 pm
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