Forester Elevate Discounts

What is the Forester Elevate Program? 

Forester Elevate is a free discount program that offers independent businesses that are not affiliated with Lake Forest College the opportunity to provide and promote deals and discounts to Forester students, faculty/staff, alumni, and parents. Examples of discounts could include a percentage off items, BOGO free, complimentary add-ons to purchases or samples, and items named after Lake Forest College.

Participating Businesses

All discounts are offered to Lake Forest College students, faculty, staff, parents, and alumni. 

Deerfield

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham - Bannockburn, IL

Conveniently located just off I-94 and 15 minutes from Lake Forest College, La Quinta Inn & Suites Bannockburn offers newly renovated accommodations with modern comfort and exceptional value. Guests enjoy spacious rooms with a microwave, mini-fridge, workspace, complimentary hot breakfast, free high-speed Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness center, indoor heated pool, and flexible meeting space. Proud recipient of the Wyndham Presidential Award of Excellence, we’re dedicated to delivering outstanding service—perfect for business, leisure, or group stays.
Sugaring NYC logo

2000 Lakeside Dr
Bannockburn, IL 60015-1237
847-317-7300
lqbannockburnfd@gmail.com

As a partner hotel, La Quinta Inn & Suites is pleased to offer an exclusive 25% discount on all guest rooms year-round. To make reservations, you can use the special Lake Forest College discount link below, which will automatically apply the exclusive rate.

* Select your check-in and check-out dates and complete the required information.
Lake Forest College 25% Discount Reservation Link - La Quinta Inn & Suites - Bannockburn, IL
* OR, contact the hotel directly at 847-317-7300. Please mention the Lake Forest College discount when booking to secure the special rate.

Highland Park

Sugaring NYC

Organic Waxing Salon
Sugaring NYC logo
1811 Saint Johns Ave
Highland Park, IL 60035-5607
773-992-0507
kaylee@sugaringnyc.com
https://www.sugaringnyc.com

10% off all services
50% off FIRST Brazilian wax OR free underarms/bikini sides 

Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Highwood

ABLAZE Design Group

Luxury Design Build Firm/Gallery/Retail and Event Space


259 Waukegan Ave
Highwood, IL 60040-1715
847-579-1600
https://ablazedesigngroup.com/

Discounts in Store

* 20% off discount on all purchases in retail store
* 15% off interior and exterior painting work with a minimum order of $1,500.
* Must be mentioned at time of estimate and cannot be combined with other promotions.
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID

Discounts Online
* 20% off online store purchases.
Must mention Code #COLLEGE20 to receive disc


Astra Nails and Spa

Nail Salon
Astra nails
400 Sheridan Rd Ste 1
Highwood, IL 60040-1356
847-433-5900
mnbglaminc@gmail.com
https://www.astranailsalon.com/

10% off all services, including GelX extensions 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Clucker's Charcoal Chicken

Specialized Rotisserie Charcoal Chicken

Clucker's Charcoal Chicken

405 Sheridan Rd
Highwood, IL 60040-1308
847-878-6015
https://cluckerscharcoalchicken.com/

10% discount on your order
* If placing order via phone mention association with the College or Forester Elevate Program
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Disotto

Italian Restaurant
Disotto
310 Green Bay Rd
Highwood, IL 60040-1305
224-765-9490
sophia@shhospitality.co
www.disottoitalian.com

Disotto is offering an exclusive lunch pre-set menu of your choice of pasta/pizza and one dessert for $30 to the Lake Forest College Community. 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Jay Lovell's 

Restaurant
766 Sheridan Rd
Highwood, IL 60040-1002
847-780-3930
jdekl@yahoo.com
https://jaylovells.com/

10% off an order 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


La Casa de Isaac

Mexican Restaurant & Grocery Store
La Casa de Isaac Logo
311 Waukegan Ave
Highwood, IL 60040-1312
847-433-0557
http://lacasadeisaacmoishe.com/

50% off any appetizer
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Maria's Italian Bakery and Cafe

Authentic Italian Dishes, Pastries, and Coffee

Maria's Bakery

410 Sheridan Rd
Highwood, IL 60040-1343
847-354-5701
https://www.facebook.com/410Sheridan/

10% off for Lake Forest College Community 
Must show Lake Forest College or Forester Elevate ID


Performance Factory Training

Fitness Classes and Personal Training

Performance Factory Training

525 Bank Ln
Highwood, IL 60040-1362
847-217-8224
info@performancefactorytraining.com
https://performancefactorytraining.com/

25% off class memberships
15% off personal training packages
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


The Mean Wiener 

Fast Food Tacos, Hotdogs, and Burgers

The Mean Wiener

532 Sheridan Rd
Highwood, IL 60040-1311
847-266-1411
cubsnoah13@gmail.com
https://themeanwienerhw.com/

Free drink with purchase
* One per person
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Toffee Traditions

Artisan English Toffee

Toffee Traditions

323 Waukegan Ave
Highwood, IL 60040-1312
847-780-3758
info@toffeetraditions.com
https://www.toffeetraditions.com/

10% off any purchase 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID

Lake Bluff

Bangkok Tokyo Restaurant

Thai and Japanese Restaurant
Bangkok Tokyo

227 Waukegan Rd
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
312-823-4726
bkktokyo@gmail.com
https://www.bangkoktokyolakebluff.com

10% off dine in and take out
*Carry out orders must be sent through our official website or call in (not sent in through a third party app)


Donelli's Pub & Eatery

Bar and Grill

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515 Rockland Rd
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-1724
847-234-0225
donellispub@gmail.com
https://donellispub.com/

10% off any order with food
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Flotstone, LLC

Flotation Therapy Spa

Flotstone

57 E Scranton Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2529
847-482-1700
info@flotstone.com
https://www.flotstone.com/

15% discount on any services
Show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Hansa Coffee

Coffee Shop

Hansa Coffee

24 E Scranton Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2543
847-
722-3784
info@hansacoffee.com
https://www.hansacoffee.com/

10% discount on drinks 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Lake Bluff Brewing Company

An Award-Winning Craft Brewery Owned by Lake Forest College Alumnus

Lake Bluff Brewing Co

16 E Scranton Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2543
224-544-5179
info@lbbrew.com
https://www.lbbrew.com/

15% off of Lake Bluff Brewing draft beers, excludes growlers
* Limit 2 per customer per day
* 21 and up
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID to the bartender 


Suzy's Swirl

Frozen Desserts 

Suzy's Swirl

209 Waukegan Rd
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-1666
224- 544-5189
sue@suzysswirl.com
https://www.suzysswirl.com/

School Happy Hour Every Wednesday:
50% Off Your Cup
*One Cup per Person
*Offer is good only when school is in session
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


The Lash Shrink

Lash and Brow Boutique Salon

The Lash Shrink

51 Sherwood Ter Ste 51X
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2232
847-565-3191
aruna@lashshrink.com
https://thelashshrink.as.me/Lakeforestcollege

15% discount on intern services
Use the link above to access the intern calendar and use the discount code COLLEGE 
Discount will only be honored at appointment time after showing a Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Toned Yoga LLC

Boutique, Yoga, Strength, and Meditation Studio

Toned Yoga

600 Walnut Ave
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2150
847-913-6603

tonedyoga@gmail.com
https://www.tonedyoga.com/

Discount on services with the first class free
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Touched by Jules

Massage Therapy

Touched By Jules

611 Rockland Rd Ste 2
Lake Bluff, IL 60044-2000
847-505-6046
touchedbyjules@hotmail.com
https://www.touchedbyjules.com/#home

$5.00 off 30 minute massage
$10.00 off 60 minute massage
$15.00 off 90 minute massage
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID to receive discount

Lake Forest

Blissful Brownies

Brownies/Confections Website
Blissful Brownies

847-379-5670
www.blissfulbrownies.com

20% off site wide on all items with coupon code "Forester24" and free delivery to the College. 
Owned by a Forester Parent '27.
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID.


Chief's Pub

Family Owned, Firefighter Themed, Sports Bar/Restaurant 
Chief's Pub Logo
502 N Western Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1920
847-234-3444
chiefspub502@gmail.com
https://chiefspub.com

15% off entire check
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Citadel Theatre

Live Professional Theatre
Citadel Theatre

300 S Waukegan Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045-2643
847-735-8554
20% off any show in the current 2024-25 season
*Call 847-735-8554 ext. #1; must mention Forester Elevate discount

Club Pilates East Lake Forest

Pilates Studio

Club Pilates

722 N Bank Ln
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1871
(224) 236-4099
eastlakeforest@clubpilates.com
https://www.clubpilates.com/location/eastlakeforest

10% discount on select services
* Discount valid on the 8 Times per Month Membership and the Unlimited Membership
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Duffer's Pub

Local Lake Forest Pub and Restaurant 
Duffers Pub Logo
950 N Western Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1742
847-573-0001
https://dufferspub.com/index.html

Reduced prices for select days
*10% off entire checks Wednesday-Monday
*20% off entire check Tuesdays
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Fitness Together

Personal Training and Small Group Training Gym
Fitness Together
225 E Deerpath Ste 126
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1970
ftlakeforest@fitnesstogether.com
www.fitnesstogether.com/lakeforest
847-283-6060

20% off 1-on-1 and small group session rate
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Gorton Community Center

Arts, Entertainment, & Learning

Gorton Center

400 E Illinois Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045-2355
847-234-6060
info@gortoncenter.org
https://gortoncenter.org/

Free admission to films at the Gorton Center 
Must show Forester Elevate ID or Lake Forest College ID


Kiddles Sports

Footwear, Bicycle & Sporting Goods Store
Kiddles Sports

258 Market Sq
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1816
847-234-0025
sales@kiddlessports.com
https://www.kiddlessports.com/

10% off all in stock shoes
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Kung Fu Tea

Bubble Tea/Coffee Shop
Kung Fu Tea
224-436-8017
225 E Deerpath, Suite 124
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1970
lakeforestil@kftus.com
https://www.kungfutea.com

10% discount on all menu items.
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID.


Lake Forest Flowers

Flower Shop  
Left Bank Logo
546 N Western Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1920
847-234-0017
eileen@lakeforestflowers.com
https://lakeforestflowers.com/
BOGO Free on all fresh flower stems during the month of August! Perfect for brightening your room or surprising a friend. Mix & match your favorites—buy one stem, get one free!
Must Show your Lake Forest College or Forester Elevate ID at checkout.


Left Bank

Restaurant 
Left Bank Logo
659 N Bank Ln
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1826
847-234-4770
forrest@leftbankhotdogs.com
https://www.leftbankhotdogs.com/

15% discount on all menu items
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forster Elevate ID


Limitless Beauty

Full-Service Salon

Limitless Beauty

1044 N Western Ave Ste B
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1282
847-235-2539
https://mylimitlessbeauty.com/

10% off any salon service including Color, Cuts, Braillian Blowout, Up Do’s, Balayage, Gloss Toner, and Makeup Application. As well as 10% off of any Spa Service, Facial, Waxing, Spray Tan, and Lash Extensions.
* Visit our website for all services
* Walkable from campus
* Buy a package of ten blowouts and get one free
* Free goody bags for students!!
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Michael Delott Photography and Headshots

Photography Services for Events, Families, Corporate, Fundraisers, Headshots

1278 Briarwood Ln
Libertyville, IL 60048-3629
847-945-2787
delottphoto@gmail.com
https://www.delottphoto.com/

10% reduction fee in the categories of Professional Headshots and Family Photography
When booking an appointment over the phone or through email mention association with Lake Forest College or the Elevate Program


Rosati's Lake Forest

Pizza Restaurant
Rosati's Logo

630 N Western Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1921
224-271-1700
rosatislakeforest@gmail.com
https://myrosatis.com/lakeforest/

10% off all food items
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Sophia Steak - Lake Forest

Steakhouse Restaurant 

181 E Laurel Ave
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1205
847-920-7002
lakeforestinfo@sophiasteak.com
https://sophiasteak.com/

Sophia Steak is offering an exclusive three-course preset menu for $35 to Lake Forest College Community
*Menu not offered on Friday and Saturday nights
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Taper Cuts Barber Shop

Finest Cuts in Lake Forest

Taper Cuts Barber Shop

225 E Deerpath Ste 121
Lake Forest, IL 60045-1970
-847-921-3248
tapercuts@yahoo.com
https://tapercutsbarbershop.com/

Reduced price services such as neck shaves, beard trims, and ladies' cuts.
* $24 cuts for the Lake Forest College Community 
Must show Lake Forest College ID or Forester Elevate ID


Vintage Magnality

Fine Jewelry 

Vintage Magnality

Shop Online or Contact for Private Appointment
702-336-0066
info@vintagemagnality.com
https://vintagemagnality.com/

We are offering 10% off all items, just type in the discount below at checkout
* This discount cannot be combined with any other offer
Use discount LFC10

Vernon Hills

Hotel Indigo Vernon Hills

Conveniently situated near local attractions and businesses, the Hotel Indigo® Chicago Vernon Hills is the perfect destination for both business and leisure travelers. Our prime location puts you close to the best shopping and dining options in the county. Each of our spacious rooms features a cozy sitting area, hardwood floors, and a stylish suite design. Our dedicated staff is passionate about providing personalized service to every guest. Guests can unwind in our indoor heated pool, and for those looking to indulge, our martini bar offers 25 unique variations of the classic cocktail.
Hotel Indigo Hotel Indigo

450 N Milwaukee Ave
Vernon Hills, IL 60061-1537
847-918-1400
Special rate of $99.00 per night for the Lake Forest College community at Hotel Indigo Vernon Hills. Additionally, for the holiday season, it's $89.00 per night for hosting your family and friends. Please use the QR code to make reservations or call the phone number using the rate code to make reservations.
*Rate Code IPY28 for preferred rate all year around: $99.00
*Rate Code ILKO3L for the Holiday season: $89.00