Froggy’s French Cafe - Highwood, IL

Located along Chicago's North Shore, Froggy's French Café is a beloved institution and cozy retreat for innovative flavors and intimate gatherings from executive chef, Thierry Lefeuvre.

In the summer of 1980, Froggy’s French Café was founded by Gregg Mason and Thierry Lefeuvre, and has been a neighborhood bistro patronized by a loyal base of clientele ever since. Partnering with new owners Bill and Sheri Cartwright, Lefeuvre has kept Froggy's hopping for the last 45 years, continuously innovating and redesigning to keep the flavors fresh, and the ambiance inviting and intimate.

Make Reservations

Please call (847) 433-7080 or email froggysrodrigo1980@aol.com to reserve a table for your group. You can also reserve with Open Table using the button below.

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Go Behind the Scenes in the Froggy's Kitchen...

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THE GREENHOUSE BAR

Recently renovated to capture the cozy charm of a French garden, the Greenhouse Bar greets guests of Froggy's with the opportunity to enjoy a pre-dinner cocktail, a post-dinner glass of wine beside a seasonal wood fireplace, or even dine beneath its twinkling lights and art nouveau décor. A favorite for summertime lunch, when the French wood doors are thrown open to invite a warm breeze, and a winter tradition, when the covetable fireside seats fill with imbibers of Froggy's extensive wine list, the Greenhouse Bar is a place for conversation, laughter, and warm ambiance.

With a list containing over 300 French and American labels, Froggy's is pleased to offer its Wine Spectator award-winning selection. Every bottle is kept in the in-house wine cave, at perfect temperature and humidity.

The Gourmet Frog Bakery

Just up the street, Froggy's longtime companion bakery has re-launched under the ownership of Tony Larando. Tony has been in the Froggy's family for over 20 years, and has kept many of the same wonderful treats and delicacies that make The Gourmet Frog a North Shore (and mail order!) destination for fine French macrons, pastries, soups, and freshly baked bread.

Call 847-433-7088, or stop in Tuesday through Saturday from 9 to 6 to browse the daily selection. Visit the Gourmet Frog here for more details.

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PRESS

Throughout its 45 years as a North Shore icon, Froggy's has enjoyed the accolades and attentions of regional luxury magazines, nationwide publications, popular television programs, and distinction for its hosted art salons and musician evenings.

COOKING CLASSES

Ever dreamed of cooking like a true French chef? Froggy's partner and executive chef Thierry Lefeuvre hosts a semi-monthly cooking class, where you and your friends and loved ones will be wined and dined as you see firsthand how seasonal ingredients and honed technique combine to create exquisite dishes and flavors.

Reserve your seat at the next Froggy's Cooking Class, proudly presented by the Gorton Community Center for the Arts (which receives a portion of each seat as a donation), at this link.

Classes are also available for private events. Please call 847-433-7080 to arrange a truly unique experience for your guests.

PRIVATE CATERING EVENTS

Froggy's is pleased to bring your guests into the world of fine French cuisine with its on-premise catering options. Choose the venue that you envision for your holiday party, celebration, or event, and Froggy's will partner with you to craft an exciting menu to thrill your guests.

To reserve space for your upcoming event, please call 847.433.7080

For large events, the entire restaurant is available to reserve.

For our in-house Special Events - check out our Events page

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Greenhouse Bar

Beautifully designed with exposed brick walls, stone floors, twinkling lights, wooden French doors, and several skylights, the Greenhouse provides ambiance and coziness that is hard to find elsewhere on the North Shore. Available on Saturdays for lunch, Sundays for lunch and dinner events, and by request for other days. Accommodates up to 25.

Wine Cellar

Available every day of the week. the Wine Cellar is a private space with room to customize your event. The walls are lined with stone wainscotting, and the lifestyle oil paintings of Jacqueline Lefeuvre, and the proximity to the Froggy's wine cave, where over 300 rare and exclusive varieties are stored, gives the space a unique environment your guests will not soon forget. Accommodates up to 50.

Dining Room

Available on Sundays for lunch and dinner events, and Saturdays for lunch events, the Dining Room is Froggy's largest space. Adorned with the intricate oil paintings of French artist Jacqueline Lefeuvre, and canopied by a collection of curious parasols, the Dining Room is the way to experience the very best of Froggy's. Accommodates up to 80.

catering at your location

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