March 10, 2021

Three Local Restaurants to Try in Lake Forest

Lake Forest is known for its beautiful outdoor spaces, and we’re lucky to have some pretty great restaurants, too! We at Crestwood have put together a list of three of our favorite local restaurants for you to try this weekend. Check them out!

Kanji Japanese Cuisine

One of our favorite local restaurants is Kanji Japanese Cuisine , which serves sushi and other delicious Japanese food. Located just eight minutes away from us on 21212 Bake Parkway in Lake Forest, Kanji has a little something for everyone.

For sushi lovers, there’s everything from the classic California, spicy tuna, and sunset rolls to the more unusual rolls like popcorn (California with fried crawfish, green onion, and masago) or salmon skin (with salmon skin, avocado, and cucumber). For anyone who’s not as keen on sushi, there’s teriyaki, noodle soups, and tasty barbecue bowls. They also have an all-you-can-eat option!

They aren’t open all day every day (their hours are 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Tuesday–Friday and 4:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday), but you can always count on them for friendly service at lunch or dinner!

Hole in the Wall Burger

We all have our favorite hole-in-the-wall restaurant; there’s just something overwhelmingly charming about them! Hole in the Wall Burger at 25262 Jeronimo Road in Lake Forest wears that title proudly. They are just eight minutes away from us, and their simple menu means if you’re hungry, you’ll be eating in no time.

Their burgers are similar to In ‘N Out’s, but they take it up a notch with bigger sizes, super fresh veggies, and their own special sauce. They serve a California Burger, Hole in the Wall Burger, Classic Cheeseburger, and Spicy Chicken Sandwich. You can also order a tasty Carne Asada Taco Plate or Pollo Asado Taco Plate. Give them a try!

Biagio’s Italian Restaurant

With all the scrumptious Italian options you could hope for and All You Can Eat Spaghetti Sundays, Biagio’s Italian Restaurant is a great spot for casual family dinners or more formal celebrations. They’re just 10 minutes away from us at 24301 Muirlands Boulevard in Lake Forest.

This family-owned restaurant serves everything from a classic pepperoni pizza to linguini with clams! For anyone who’s not a fan of Italian cuisine, there are options like rib-eye steak with French fries or grilled chicken salad. For dessert, try their homemade cannoli, tiramisu, or cheesecake. Yum!

From sushi to burgers to Italian fare, we have some amazing local restaurants super close to us at Crestwood! Check out one of these three spots and let us know what you think.

Picture credit: Hole in the Wall Burger

Improve Your VIP Experience: Flexible Ways to Pay Rent and Build Credit At Crestwood

April 15, 2026
At  Crestwood Apartment Homes  , we are committed to providing our VIPs with the best tools to manage their apartment homes effortlessly. We want to highlight the various ways you can handle your monthly rent, including some exciting benefits that help you build your financial future just by living with us. 1. The AppFolio Resident Portal App The easiest way to manage your living experience is through the AppFolio app. It is a one-stop shop for your most frequent needs: Convenient Payments: Set up one-time or automatic payments using a bank account (e-check), credit card, or debit card. Split Payments with Flex: We have integrated Flex directly into your AppFolio app. This service allows you to split your rent into two payments throughout the month. Flex pays your rent to us in full and on time, while you pay them back on a schedule that fits your cash flow. Full Transparency: View your current balance, previous statements, and full payment history anytime. 2. Build Your Credit for Free with Pinat a Your consistent rent payments should work for you. We are proud to offer Free Positive Rent Payment Reporting to major credit bureaus through our partner, Pinata. How it works: You will receive an email invitation from Pinata to sign up for this service. Once you are enrolled, your on-time payments are reported to the credit bureaus. The Benefit: This helps you build your credit score over time without any extra cost. It is our way of rewarding your reliability and helping you reach your long-term financial goals. (Please note: we do not utilize any resident reward or marketplace features through Pinata; this service is strictly for your credit reporting benefit.) 3. More Ways the App Helps You Beyond payments, the AppFolio app remains your primary tool for staying connected with our Lake Forest community. You can: Submit Maintenance Requests: Easily upload photos and descriptions of any needed repairs. Manage Renter's Insurance: Access your policy or update your provider details. Stay Informed: Contact the office via text or phone, update your contact preferences, and access your lease documents. At  Crestwood Apartment Homes  , we treat every resident like a VIP. Whether you are looking for more flexibility with Flex or looking to boost your credit score through Pinata, we are here to support your lifestyle.

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