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1776 Restaurant
$$$$•Farm-to-table•4.8(1,950)We’re a farm-to-table restaurant that’s redefining what fine dining means. We work with local vendors and farmers to find the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. We understand the challenges of finding high-quality options that unique, vegan or allergy-friendly, especially since the owner has Celiac Disease herself, among other dietary restrictions. Our kitchen creates fresh food from scratch every day and can customize to your needs, so we’ve got you covered. Plus, we're the only restaurant in McHenry County to have received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, and our expert staff can help you choose the perfect pairing.
For us, fine dining is more than the very best in food, service and atmosphere. It’s a conversation and a connection to others. We believe everyone deserves good food so we’ve started a movement to do just that.
****ANY RESERVATION REQUESTS FOR PARTIES OVER 4 GUESTS PLEASE CONTACT RHIENNA@1776RESTAURANT.COM OR CALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS W-SAT.Vine and Plate
$$$$•American•4.6(150)At Vine & Plate, we serve globally inspired plates and wine from around the world. We believe that good wine and good food bring people together, creating the moments that life is all about.
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- EEricChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined 1 day ago1776 Restaurant is, in all regards, simply outstanding.More info1776 Restaurant$$$$• Farm-to-table• Crystal Lake•4.8
- KKelleyGoldMinneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews5.0Dined on May 19, 2026Every dish was wonderful, with a variety of sometimes unexpected flavors. We’ll be back!More infoVine and Plate$$$$• American• Crystal Lake•4.6
- JJudithWashington, D.C. Area •16 reviews5.0Dined on May 19, 2026Out first time at the Annex and we will be back. The service and food were excellent. Fo of came out very hot and tasty. You can tell everything is homemade. The inside of the restaurant was a pleasant surprise. It has a kind of throw back to the speak easy days feel. We loved it!More infoThe ANNEX Restaurant & Lounge$$$$• American• Algonquin•4.8
- KKelleyGoldMinneapolis - St. Paul •9 reviews5.0Dined on May 18, 2026Fantastic meal! Highly recommend the apple rose dessert.More infoJudes Cocktails and Nosh$$$$• Cocktail Bar• Crystal Lake•4.8
- MMelissa1 review4.0Dined on Apr 19, 2026The food and service is always great! We were disappointed that they were out of crayfish. That's one of the things we look forward to having with our hot pot. Also, we were seated next to a child that wouldn't stop screaming. It's not the restaurants fault, but parents should be more considerate of other diners.More infoKirin King-Asian Cuisine$$$$• Asian• Crystal Lake•4.3
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Crystal Lake is a destination where choosing a place to eat might be a challenge, because so much is available. From fine dining to quick casual establishments, Crystal Lake has plenty of options. Enjoy a steakhouse, a casual eatery or a vegetarian restaurant. At the local steakhouse, try the New York strip steak or the rib eye. You can even order homemade soup like a baked bowl of French onion topped with cheese or the soup du jour. If you're looking for vegetarian choices, then you’ll be delighted by the cuisine choices here. Options include roasted jalapeno hummus and a flatbread pizza topped with mushrooms, artichoke and pesto. Sushi is available in Crystal Lake, or you can always dine at the town’s bakery where croissant sandwiches, skillets and homemade pie are on the menu.
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