- 1460 W. Chicago Ave., West Town
This successful spinoff from local star chef Shawn McClain offers an inventive, almost entirely vegetarian small-plate menu (one seafood dish is thrown into the... READ MORE
This successful spinoff from local star chef Shawn McClain offers an inventive, almost entirely vegetarian small-plate menu (one seafood dish is thrown into the... READ MORE
Everything at Weber Grill -- seafood, burgers, steaks and more -- is cooked on Weber charcoal kettle grills. An open kitchen provides diners a great view of the... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park bistro underwent a few stops and starts out of the gates but eventually brought in former "Top Chef" contestant Dale Levitski (La Tache, Trio)... READ MORE
Batter & Berries is a breakfast, lunch and weekend brunch spot with a well-rounded menu serving waffles, sandwiches, fish 'n chips, salmon sliders and other ent... READ MORE
John's Place is a cozy neighborhood joint that offers home-style comfort foods with a modern sensibility. The menu is eclectic--look for flavors ranging from Me... READ MORE
Located on a golf course, this family-friendly restaurant has a large menu with items to please everyone. Steak is the specialty, though the pork chops and ribs... READ MORE
With a classy atmosphere featuring brick walls and framed art, this eatery offers an Italian and American-influenced menu featuring pasta, pizza, seafood, steak... READ MORE
Local culinary legend Charlie Trotter calls this gourmet takeout shop "an experiment" in translating his culinary philosophy into an accessible neighborhood pla... READ MORE
The suburban sibling of the Hubbard Street original, this Shaw's has a warehouse feel, with art deco flair. The menu features the same seafood -- crab, lobster,... READ MORE
An extensive collection of quirky salt 'n' pepper shakers, an always-shaded sidewalk cafe and a healthy (but tasty) breakfast menu make Ina's a favorite among W... READ MORE
This eclectic contemporary American eatery and bar, sibling spot to Dunlays on the Square, serves affordable standards such as burgers, salads and pizzas. The d... READ MORE
The tempting scents of ribs and steaks charring over a wood fire make your stomach growl and draw you in the right direction: Walk through the door and you've g... READ MORE
This Washington D.C.-based steak house chain has opened an outpost in the Renaissance Hotel & convention center in Schaumburg. The decor here is more airy than ... READ MORE
"Top Chef" Season 4 winner Stephanie Izard teams up with partners Rob Katz and Kevin Boehm of Boka Restaurant Group (Boka and Perennial Virant) at this "fun and... READ MORE
The reasonably priced fare at this outdoor eatery, located on the northwestern edge of the Nature Boardwalk at Lincoln Park Zoo, includes sandwiches, salads and... READ MORE
Celeb chef (and "MasterChef" judge) Graham Elliot has opened his third restaurant. The name stands for "Graham Elliot Bistro" and Elliot describes it as the opp... READ MORE
The team behind Franks 'n' Dawgs opened this Lincoln Park spot that serves "elevated street food." The menu is meat-heavy, with plates like frog legs, duck wing... READ MORE
With a focus on rural Midwestern cuisine, chefs Tom Van Lente and Kevin Cudihee turn out "medium plates" that might show up on a chef's farm table. Hearty bites... READ MORE
Like its namesake, Range will feature edible bounties from the heartland: free-range and grass-fed meats, cheeses and local craft beers. The seasonal menu will ... READ MORE
Dinner for two is served at this prime date night spot in Schaumburg. Start with appetizers such as grilled chicken egg rolls or baked spinach-artichoke dip, mo... READ MORE