South Gate Cafe

847-234-8800
655 Forest Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045
South Gate Cafe - Homestead Business Directory

Business Information

Restaurants, Banquet Rooms
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MONDAY:11:30AM-8:30PM
TUESDAY:11:30AM-8:30PM
WEDNESDAY:11:30AM-8:30PM
THURSDAY:11:30AM-8:30PM
FRIDAY:11:30AM-9:30PM
SATURDAY:11:30AM-9:30PM
SUNDAY:11:30AM-8:00PM

Customer Reviews (10 reviews)

tomato78

on Citysearch Nov 15, 2009
We had been meaning to try Southgate cafe for years. We always loved walking the "square" in Lake Forest and visiting the shops but for some reason had never stopped for lunch or dinner. We always wanted to try the... (more)

nic11

on Citysearch Jul 12, 2007
overall i really enjoyed my first outting to southgate it had great service ranging from the greeting clerks all the way to the unbelivable waiters and waitress's who work there. from the second i walked in to the... (more)

jim99000

on Citysearch Jul 11, 2007
I cant say enough about South Gate, I have lived in the area all of my life and I have always loved south gate! I love the patio I love the staff, and the food is by far the best in the area! If I can give one peice of advise to... (more)

morelia

on Citysearch Jun 25, 2007
South Gate it's one of my favorite places to eat at. Special ocassions, this is the place we come to. We know that it's always going to be good food, great service, and that we are going to have a great time.... (more)

chefie3

on Citysearch May 15, 2007
I have been to and ordered from South Gate several times and have been disappointed each time! The grip I have with them first and foremost, when I order, I am usually ordering at least $700 worth of food and they have the... (more)

bwaltman

on Citysearch Mar 12, 2006
South Gate Cafe is a warm and inviting place to gather with friends. Patio dining (see photo) overlooks Lake Forest's Market Square. The menu is interesting and diverse, and best of all, everything is good. They have... (more)

Contributor

on Citysearch Sep 07, 2004
<b>In Short</b><br>Originally a firehouse, this Lake Forest favorite now boasts a refined ambience of dark colors, candlelight and romantic jazz, drawing an affluent crowd of couples and families. Expect... (more)

xb

on Citysearch Aug 19, 2003
This was my first trip to the Cafe and I can say that I will go back. The food was excellant, and seating was immediate. I went in the early evening, and sat outside and found the atmosphere lite and relaxing. I could... (more)

brian60045

on Citysearch Nov 24, 2002
Southgate is a great restaurant any time of year, although it is at its best during the summer months when you can sit outside. Food is excellent and the service is unmatched. Highly recommended!... (more)

traoser

on Citysearch May 24, 2002
This was our second trip to South Gate Cafe and we wish we had never come back. We ordered a pasta and risotto dish, which were bland and gritty tasting. The service was also mediocre. Given the high prices charged, we... (more)

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