Bluegrass

4.7 ( 593 reviews )
1636 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035, United States
+1 847-831-0595
Bluegrass, located at 1636 Old Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL, is a culinary gem that artfully blends Southern and Cajun influences. This restaurant has garnered positive attention for its diverse menu, which showcases fresh seafood and hearty comfort food. A standout dish is the Ahi Tuna, served seared rare with a sesame seaweed salad—a delightful interplay of flavors for $33.95. Patrons rave about their Crawfish Etouffee ($24.95), a rich and authentic rendition that captures the essence of Southern cuisine. Service at Bluegrass shines as bright as their dishes, with numerous reviews praising the attentiveness and friendliness of the staff. Customers like Tainass1522 and Emily U laud their experiences, highlighting the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere fostered by passionate owners and dedicated servers. Casual yet classy, Bluegrass also offers tantalizing tastings like the Wagyu Beef Brisket and choices for those craving comforting classics like gumbo. While some guests noted the prices on the higher side, many agree that the quality of food, along with the exceptional service, justifies the cost. For a unique dining experience that celebrates the flavors of the South, Bluegrass is a must-visit, especially for seafood lovers and fans of Cajun cuisine.

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 kerbside pickup
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
    • Good for watching sport
  • 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 happy-hour drinks
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves vegan dishes
    • Serves vegetarian dishes
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Has catering
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has bar on site
    • Has toilet
    • Has Wi-Fi
    • Free Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
    • Usually has a wait
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Bluegrass

Eddis Goodale
May 12,2025
Nice place. Food is very good, though the ribs tonight were reportedly somewhat tough. Plentiful and very attentive wait staff. View from the inside and patio is not interesting.....at all. Rather pricey.
Tainass1522
May 3,2025
EXCELLENT SERVICE AND SUPERB FOOD! Joel was a great waiter, knowledgeable and courteous. We met the owner and what a nice LADY! A bit pricey but worth it! The only negative thing is that it is very far from where we live My hubby had the Jambalaya, shots of gumbo and chicken tortilla soup, baked beans and green beans. I had the 1/2 slab of ribs and baked beans. The moscato wine is so sweet! They served us a complimentary ice box pie.. delicious.
Emily U
Apr 28,2025
What a fun unique place. Bluegrass offers a wide variety of food and they have nailed every category. Appetizers, dinner and dessert were all wonderful. Louann was our waitress and she was attentive, friendly and did an excellent job at spacing the courses. The owners stopped by to check in and were very down to earth. Everyone seems to love their job and to be having fun. It made for a wonderful experience.
Kurt Fliegel
Apr 26,2025
Just walking in you can smell you’re in a great place. Food and service are outstanding, as you can read in other reviews here, and the owner, chef, hostess and server all went way out of their way on a very busy night to deliver a special request that meant so much to my wife on her birthday. Delicious and authentic. First visit, customers forever. Thank you Jim and Joanie and everyone else who was involved.
Melissa Hyland
Apr 7,2025
We stopped in for dinner after work on a Tuesday. I had done a search to find gumbo in the area. They have a wonderful selection of food including BBQ and seafood. The food had a definite southern and Cajun influence. The gumbo was delicious. We also had the shrimp and grits and the grouper. Everything was delicious. We sat inside, but they have outside seating available too. I highly recommend this wonderful local restaurant and I also recommend making a reservation if you're coming on a weekend. It was packed even for a Tuesday!
Steve Amberg
Mar 29,2025
Went for my wife's birthday and as usual, the food and service was great! Bluegrass is one of our top 3 places for dinner. Our server, Zarai was knowledgable, prompt, and personable. Since it was Mardi Gras season, we enjoyed the jambalaya, stuffed shrimp, blue plate dinner, and blackened grouper. All were authentic and tasty. Their menu also includes ribs, fish, burgers, and sandwiches which we have enjoyed in the past. I highly recommend.
chasity davis
Feb 10,2025
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Zarai was outstanding!! Im a fellow server myself and I was blown away by the experience she gave us!! The owner was very caring and its so nice to see someone who is passionate, dedicated, and proud of their restaurant. Mom and pops are always the best!!! Thank you for you kindness and generosity it was greatly appreciated. We will be back soon
Miranda Beebe
Feb 8,2025
We had a great time here! The service is amazing, and the staff seems to work together so well. We were very impressed by everyone we interacted with and everyone that we saw working. Everyone loved their food and beverages. There are clearly labeled vegan options on the menu and items I assume could be made vegan. I ordered the vegetarian jambalaya with beyond burger, and it was delicious but slightly spicy for me.

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