“Hot Ground Gym is incredible! Two of my kids attend HGG camps and days off school regularly and they LOVE IT. And our youngest is old enough to attend camp with her older siblings this summer too! I love HGG as a parent because of the confidence it builds in my very different children. Recently HGG came to our elementary school and donated their time for our students to enhance leadership + teamwork. It was inspiring and I am so grateful for HGG’s involvement in our local community. You cannot find a better place for your kids to discover their own strengths. Thank you Sam & Doug!”
“We have used Maravellas for weddings and large family gatherings for years. The food is always good, the place is clean and well decorated, and the service is great.”
9:30AM - 5PM
16400 Buckley Road, Libertyville
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“Beautiful little park, wonderful trails for running, walking, biking. Sandy beach area with fire pits. Fantastic beer garden next to the water. I don't think I've ever seen a place with all this before.”
“We rented the entire roller rink for a kiddo birthday party and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff was helpful & responsive through planning and then friendly and fun on site for our event! Just For Fun Roller Rink was clean, well managed, and such a blast! For the adults who grew up with lots of roller rinks, you will LOVE reliving your childhood. They have a snack bar, video games, black lights, disco ball, DJ who takes requests, and trainers to help new skaters. We will absolutely be back with our family, it was a great experience!!”
“In November I had a celebration of life ceremony for my husband for 40 people. Leticia was so helpful and wonderful to work with. Her attention to details were remarkable. The entire event was everything we had hoped for. LMM is wonderful.”
“We held our annual company party at Bowlero in Waukegan again this year, and once again they did a fantastic job hosting our group. The experience was excellent from start to finish. General Manager Kim Ocasio was on top of every detail, and when we requested a few last-minute extras, she delivered on every one. Outstanding work by Kim and the entire staff. On behalf of everyone at Quality Hydraulics, Thank You! We will definitely be back!”
Open 24 hours
485 N Milwaukee Ave, Lake Villa
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“My name is Kayleen and I am the owner of Kayleen Nyshell Photography! I have had the pleasure to photograph a couple weddings at the mansion and I absolutely LOVE it there! The staff is incredible, easy to work with, and cater to your every need to make sure your wedding day goes by smoothly. I highly recommend them!”
“The rooms at The Forester are crisp, clean and oh-so- comfortable. Decor is elegantly artistic. The area/parking - quiet and safe. The Staff are professional and prompt.My personal fav: the breakfast menu offers a sophisticated take on every day classics - the items we ordered were delicious and beautifully prepared.We enjoyed our short stay - will return!”
“I find myself having to work from more co-working spaces than I'd ideally like, and I have to say that this place is my favorite by a distance. The office Clubhouse is a great space, it's well equipped and it's incredible value compared to any of the chains. Mac is personable, diligent and makes a hell of an espresso! Already looking forward to my next visit.”
Open 24 hours
26225 Riverwoods Blvd, Lake Forest
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“We had a work event at the Hilton Garden and Kelly Jernigan and her team did an outstanding job! Our Conference room was clean and comfortable. Our daily lunches were delicious! Thank you Kelly for an outstanding experience!”
“I had my wedding at Encore in June and it was such a beautiful night and a wonderful experience working with the Encore team. They take time and care in your event and really work to ensure you are getting everything you want. I was able to speak to the chef to ask questions about the menu and had some specific asks, which they accommodated. They are a great value, especially in an industry where costs can easily get out of hand. they worked with me and made adjustments as needed throughout the almost 2 years from when I signed the contract to my event. The venue is beautiful! I had the Rose room which was perfect for my 75 person wedding. We used the outside gazebo for the ceremony and took pictures on the beautiful golf course. The food was outstanding! All of my guests complimented the food, with some saying it was the best food they've ever had at a wedding! I would happily have another event at Encore. They really were a dream to work with and made planning a large event so easy. Highly recommend if you are looking for a wedding venue!”
11AM - 12AM
316 Center Dr, Vernon Hills
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“Great for winter! staff were very friendly, Conner the cook was very helpful in remaking my sisters pizza 3 times because of how picky she is with cheese.. food was great! very clean and much to do!”
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
My name is Charrie and I own Luxcharrie Events. I have to say—Lakehurst Banquets is truly one of the most beautiful, well-organized, and well-maintained venues I’ve ever stepped into. The space is absolutely stunning, and their event packages are top-tier.
This is exactly what an event hall should be! I can't wait to host an event here myself after seeing it firsthand. Even though I was only there to do a setup for a client and not the actual renter, the staff was so pleasant and accommodating. They allowed me to complete my work with ease, and I was blown away by the service and professionalism.
I’m definitely recommending this venue to everyone I know. If you’re looking for a space that’s elegant, organized, and professionally run—book it! You won’t be disappointed.
— Charrie, Luxcharrie Events”
Open 24 hours
3800 Northpoint Blvd, Waukegan
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“I give 10 stars for service. We went for naval graduation. The girl at the front desk was beyond helpful the whole time. I’m pretty sure her name was Jamie. She got us set up with a shuttle so we could get to and from base cheaply and FAST. Anything we asked, she was knowledgeable and quick to answer. She is literally an all star and made our trip sooo enjoyable and amazing. I’ve never had service like this before. Also, a huge shoutout to George. He was amazing fixing the hot tub for us when the warmer went to sleep and bringing us supplies when requested. Literally 50/10!”
“Incredibly nice stay! We stayed for 4 nights for a local dog show. Location was very easy, and layout of Suites was very convenient to outside exits. Greatly appreciated the designated dog area complete with bags and garbage holder. Very helpful and considerate. Rooms, hallways exercise room and laundry were extremely clean, spacious and comfortable. Kitchens were equipped with everything needed for our short stay including toaster, microwave, and any other appliance to use if asked. So nice to have a clean laundry on site. Staff very friendly and helpful. We had a problem with a faucet and heater, they immediately had someone (Oscar) come up to investigate and he promptly and courteously handled our needs. Because of this experience we will seek out Sonesta stays in the future. Thank you!”
“Great place. My daughter loves going there. Coach Jill is amazing with children and Linda front office receptionist is always very sweet and helpful. Definitiely a 5 star.”
“Great gym, trainers are knowledgeable, equipment is up to date and members support each other. Personal training sessions are individualized and very motivating.”
Open 24 hours
450 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills
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“This was the only hotel in the area with CRIBS for babies. THANKS TO THE AMAZING STAFF TEAM who set up the cribs for us at midnight with a smile on their faces. They welcomed us in the morning with breakfast and milk for our babies. God bless u.”
“I think that the "mean lady" referenced in previous reviews has either retired or been fired lol, as the young man and woman I've encountered the last two times have been very friendly. The course is in really good shape. My only issue is with the contrived tee shot landing areas. I play the blue (back) tees, and on holes #1, #8, and #9 the creek could not be in a worse place. On #1, a decent player is forced to lay up with a hybrid, 5-iron, or 6-iron. A drive of 235 will go right into the creek. #8 is very similar. It's only 220 yards to the creek on the left and 240 to the right. But a very difficult "carry" of about 270, for anyone not named Mcilroy or DeChambeau. I hit a straight 3-hybrid right into it today. Then, same thing on #9. I went way to the very back of the tee box where it's 240 to the water and hit 3 wood into the wind right up to the edge. The maintenance staff should try to create a tee box further back on these three holes, so that it's not a mid-iron followed by a fairway wood to get home in two on these three par 4s.”
Open 24 hours
6161 W Grand Ave, Gurnee
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“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Super Stay at Hotel Gurnee!
The rooms were spotless and comfortable — clearly well-maintained. The desk manager was exceptionally friendly and welcoming from check-in to check-out. Stephanie at the bar deserves special mention — super friendly, professional, and makes fantastic drinks! The owner is often on the premises, personally making sure guests are happy, which adds a rare, hands-on touch. The whole place has a genuinely warm and inviting atmosphere. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Gurnee!”
“I recently hosted my child's birthday party at the Launch and I have to say, the manager, Gustavo, went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. From helping me book the party package to making sure all the kids were having a great time, the manager was always on top of things.They were extremely attentive and accommodating, making sure all the kids were safe while still having a blast. The manager even helped coordinate food delivery and made sure the party room was set up perfectly for us.Overall, Gustavo’s attention to detail and excellent customer service really made the party a success. I would highly recommend hosting a party at Launch and working with their wonderful manager. Thank you for a great experience!”
“A great fair ( $15 entry ) with many free events like pro bull riders , rodeo , pig race , dog stunt show , k9 demo , lumberjack show , magic show , kids game show and loads of free gifts . I loved it and its super close to my house.”