Best places in Crystal Lake

Discover the best places in Crystal Lake, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 184 places in the city.

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Smoke Depot Crystal Lake
Vaporizer store
4.90 (678 reviews)
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Summer Moon Coffee
Coffee shop
πŸ‘πŸ‘ After visiting the Summer Moon chain in Kenosha Wisconsin, my wife and I were so excited to visit this new location in Crystal Lake! Check it out asap for their fun, homey, comfortable vibe. Based in Texas, they definitely bring some country charm to your coffee cup.
$ $$$
4.90 (390 reviews)
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Lightning Defense Academy
Gun shop
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Wow! Me, my wife and brother took a conceal class with John and I’m speechless on how great the class was. Let me start with saying my wife has only shot a gun once in her life. She out shot me and our brother with John’s directions. This class could be extremely boring but John was top notch. His p...
5.00 (266 reviews)
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Country Donuts
Donut shop
Bustling, family-owned shop selling coffee & old-fashioned donuts round-the-clock since 1976.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.8K reviews)
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Ivy Hall Dispensary - Crystal Lake
Cannabis store
4.80 (524 reviews)
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Crumbl - Crystal Lake
Dessert shop
$$ $$
4.80 (447 reviews)
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Andy's Restaurant
Family restaurant
Old-school destination serving basic American fare such as chicken fried steak & classic breakfasts.
$ $$$
4.70 (963 reviews)
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Veteran Acres Park
Park
Nature center, trails, sports fields, playground & pond featured in a spacious preserve & prairie.
4.70 (844 reviews)
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Birds & Beasts Pet Shop
Pet store
πŸ‘πŸ‘ I just bought my bird from them and I love it. They always have time for me and my new little friend. Helpful and really friendly employees. Sarah is the best if we talking about 🐦. She also runs bird's hotel so it's always nice to know someone who you can trust with your bird when I'm out for a fe...
4.70 (695 reviews)
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Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters
Coffee shop
Thoughtfully sourced coffee & light bites served in a modern, airy space with a drive-thru window.
$$ $$
4.70 (693 reviews)
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Three Oaks Recreation Area
Recreation center
Park in a former quarry with fishing & boat rentals, picnic grounds, hiking trails & a spray park.
4.60 (1.6K reviews)
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Sterne's Woods & Fen
Nature preserve
Preserved forested area with a creek, ponds & walking, biking & cross-country skiing trails.
4.80 (295 reviews)
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Raue Center For The Arts
Performing arts theater
Restored 1920s vaudeville theater with red stall seats holding a comedy club & kids' workshops.
4.70 (451 reviews)
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Benedict's La Strata
Breakfast restaurant
Casual local eatery/bar for breakfast & Italian-American fare amid rooster-themed decor.
$$ $$
4.60 (1K reviews)
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Cafe Olympic
Diner
American staples, including all-day breakfast, dished up in down-to-earth digs with counter seating.
$ $$$
4.60 (989 reviews)
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Coco Rolls & Cloud Tea (Thai Rolled Ice Cream, Bubble Tea, Hong Kong Egg Waffle)
Bubble tea store
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This is an amazing place to go to. Just heard about it today and i knew i had to go. So many options to choose from. I decided on the red bean cloud milk tea. Absolutely phenomenal. Will definitely go back again, and again, and again.
$$ $$
4.70 (395 reviews)
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Spartan Axe Throwing
Bar
πŸ‘πŸ‘ This was an amazing place! We came for my sisters 22nd birthday with a larger group. Demetri, one of the owners was SO accommodating. We brought in our own cake & he helped provide plates, knives & napkins. They continuously checked up on us. They served both beer & non-alcoholic options inside. It...
4.80 (256 reviews)
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Crystal Lake Brewing
Brewery
πŸ‘ Great place for a beer, indoor and outdoor areas have a great setup. Hazy IPA Delicious. Food truck great too.
4.70 (364 reviews)
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Millie's Playland
Indoor playground
4.80 (243 reviews)
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da Baffone Cucina Italiana
Italian restaurant
Bright, bricked-walled kitchen serving classic Southern Italian food such as gnocchi & veal piccata.
$$ $$
4.60 (670 reviews)
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