Abigail's American Bistro, located in Highland Park, IL, is a standout destination for those craving creative American cuisine. Diners rave about its vibrant menu, often highlighting dishes like the crudo and scallops, while also praising unique offerings such as the broccoli toast and Impossible burger. The ambiance, though lively and sometimes loud, creates an inviting atmosphere, especially with the option for outdoor dining in the summer months. Customer experiences often mention the impeccable service, with staff like Server Stute receiving a special nod for attentive care. The cocktails are yet another highlight, praised for their creativity and flavor. However, potential visitors should be mindful of the limited parking, particularly during concert nights at nearby Ravinia. Reservations can also be tricky, as they are only accepted during specific hours. Overall, Abigail's American Bistro has established itself as a go-to spot on the North Shore, renowned for its eclectic dishes, quality cocktails, and a consistent history of delicious meals. Be it a casual outing or a special dinner, this bistro promises a memorable dining experience.
Amenities and More
Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
Has wheelchair-accessible seating
Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Service options
Has outdoor seating
Offers takeaway
Serves dine-in
Highlights
Has great beer selection
Serves great cocktails
Serves great coffee
Serves great dessert
Has great wine list
Popular for
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Good for solo dining
Offerings
Serves alcohol
Serves beer
Serves cocktails
Serves coffee
Serves comfort food
Serves food
Serves healthy options
Serves small plates
Serves spirits
Serves wine
Dining options
Serves dinner
Serves dessert
Has seating
Amenities
Has bar on site
Has gender-neutral toilets
Has toilet
Has Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Romantic
Trendy
Upmarket
Crowd
Good for groups
Popular with tourists
Planning
Dinner reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Usually has a wait
Payments
Accepts credit cards
Accepts debit cards
Accepts NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
High chairs available
Has kids' menu
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Free parking lot
Paid parking lot
Plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
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Reviews For Abigail's American Bistro
Old Sal
Jul 2,2025
Enjoyed our dinner last night. Food was amazing. From appetizers to entrees all were really tasty and served hot!!! Our server Stute took very good care of us. It gets loud in the dining room as it gets later in the evening. Outdoor dining is available during summer months. Difficult to find parking especially on nights when there’s a concert at Ravinia so plan ahead. Attire is neat casual. Highly recommended!
rita spevak
Jun 28,2025
Abigail's is our favorite spot on the North Shore. Constantly delicious since the day they opened, Abigail's serves an eclectic mix of dishes with a creative twist. Excellent drinks too!
Taylor Flowe
Jun 19,2025
Great meal! We especially loved the crudo and the scallops! Was not super impressed with the duck confit salad.
MKV Ruddie
May 27,2025
This place is legitimately amazing. The cocktails are creative and tasty, the food is delicious, and the waitstaff is knowledgable and able to work around food allergies. I had the broccoli toast and loved it. My friends Impossible burger was excellent and my husband's steak was good as well. Be aware that their hours are odd and they only take reservations at certain times. Great place for a special dinner.
Jacob
May 1,2025
My wife and I loved our dinner. Will definitely be coming back for more. For appetizers we had the brussel sprouts and spicy ahi tuna tartare with crispy rice. Main dishes were cheeseburger and spicy rigatoni w/ shrimp. For dessert we had the Nutella balls (seriously so good).
Ruoxi Zhu
Apr 19,2025
Great American food. Brussel sprouts and toasted branzino are pretty good. Chinese bbq ribs are worth trying as well.
stephanie cruickshank
Apr 11,2025
The food ,presentation and atmosphere were all 5 stars! A symphony of flavors! We also had a wonderful server Tina!
Bonnie Katz
Mar 5,2025
First time back in many years. Interesting menu. Shrimp toast, cauliflower, tuna tartar and ribs were outstanding. Kale salad a light addition. The garden thyme non alcohol drink is one of best in that category I have ever had. I’ll be back!
Reviews For Abigail's American Bistro