AYCE Fish Fry Every Friday | Twyla’s Lounge Gurnee
May 26, 2026
Finding a Saturday night out that feels special without costing a fortune is not easy in Lake County. Twyla’s Lounge at The Ten Hotel Gurnee is changing that with a Saturday Dinner Buffet for just $19.95 per person. Good food, craft cocktails, live music on select nights, and a warm lounge setting that makes the whole evening feel worth getting dressed for.
Most date nights in Lake County cost you before you even sit down. Parking, drinks at the bar while you wait for a table, overpriced appetizers because someone has to order them. By the time the main course arrives, you have already spent $80 and the food has not been worth talking about.
The Saturday Dinner Buffet at Twyla’s Lounge does not work that way. For $19.95 per person, you have access to a full, rotating dinner spread in one of the better-looking rooms in Gurnee, with a craft cocktail bar standing by and live music on nights when the week needs a proper send-off. This is the kind of Saturday night that becomes a habit rather than a special occasion.
The Saturday Dinner Buffet rotates seasonally, keeping the menu fresh and giving regulars a reason to come back week after week. The standard stays consistent: hearty, well-prepared dishes that feel like a proper dinner out, not a hotel breakfast bar repurposed for the evening.
Carving stations, hot entrees, fresh sides, salads, and a dessert spread. The kitchen uses local ingredients where possible and refreshes every station throughout service. Late arrivals eat just as well as the first seating. Contact Twyla’s Lounge directly or check social media for the current week’s menu.
This is where Twyla’s separates from a typical buffet experience. The lounge runs a serious craft cocktail program and a wine list that punches well above its price class. Whether you want a classic Old Fashioned or something off the beaten path, the bar team knows what they are doing.
Zero-proof options also available for non-drinkers.
Two people for dinner: $39.90. Add two craft cocktails: roughly $65 total. That is a full dinner and drinks for two at a lounge with live music, for the price of a single entree at most Lake County restaurants.
If you are looking for a regular date night spot in Gurnee that does not require a special occasion budget, Twyla’s Lounge is a straightforward answer. The atmosphere is right for a first date or a fifteenth anniversary. The pricing means you can come back next Saturday without a conversation about whether it is worth it.
Want to make a full evening of it? The Fore Golf Simulators are available before dinner for an hour of pre-dinner entertainment, and guest rooms start at $99 if the night deserves more than a drive home. On Sunday mornings, Limoncello Cafe runs its $19.95 Breakfast Buffet with $3 mimosas, which makes the overnight stay considerably easier to justify.
The Ten Hotel is just off I-94 at Grand Avenue in Gurnee. Self-parking and valet are available on site at no charge.
| Coming From | Drive Time |
|---|---|
| Waukegan or central Gurnee | 5 to 15 min |
| Libertyville, Vernon Hills, or Mundelein | 15 to 25 min |
| Lake Forest or Lincolnshire | 15 to 25 min |
| Kenosha, Pleasant Prairie, or Somers, WI | 15 to 20 min south on I-94 |
What kind of food is on the Saturday dinner buffet at Twyla’s Lounge?
The buffet rotates seasonally and includes carving stations, hot entrees, fresh sides, salads, and desserts. Contact Twyla’s Lounge directly or check The Ten Hotel’s social media for the current week’s specific menu.
Is $19.95 the all-in price for the Saturday dinner buffet?
$19.95 is the food price per person. Drinks, tax, and gratuity are additional. The buffet is food only; beverages are ordered separately from the full craft cocktail bar and wine list.
Is there live music every Saturday at Twyla’s Lounge?
Live music is featured on select Saturday nights throughout the year, not every week. Check The Ten Hotel’s social media pages or contact the team directly to confirm whether a live music night is scheduled before you visit.
Can I come to Twyla’s just for drinks without the dinner buffet?
Yes. Twyla’s Lounge is open for drinks and small plates from the regular menu as well. The buffet is available Saturday evenings, but the lounge operates independently of it.
Is the Saturday dinner buffet good for a date night?
That is exactly what it is designed for. Good food, craft cocktails, a sophisticated lounge atmosphere, and pricing that does not require a conversation about the bill afterward. Two people can have dinner and drinks for around $65 total, which is difficult to match anywhere in Lake County on a Saturday night.
Twyla’s Lounge at The Ten Hotel Gurnee. Saturday Dinner Buffet every week. $19.95 per person. Craft cocktails. Live music on select nights.
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