Get a taste of the islands without leaving Lake County at Da Local Boy Cafe in Highwood. This family-owned Hawaiian eatery brings the flavors and spirit of Hawaii to the North Shore with generous island-style plate lunches, including favorites like huli huli chicken, mochiko chicken, grilled pork belly, loco moco, poke and Spam musubi. What began as a local pop-up and food truck has grown into a celebrated Highwood dining destination, earning national recognition as one of The New York Times’ 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago. With bold flavors, weekly specials and welcoming ʻohana-style hospitality, Da Local Boy Cafe offers a little slice of island life right here in Lake County.

Hours of Operation

• Closed Monday-Tuesday Wednesday:10:00AM-2:00PM Thursday-Sunday: 10:00AM-7:00PM