- 706 Main St., Evanston
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
This classic American prime steak and seafood restaurant draws a big pre- and post-theatre crowd thanks to its location in the building housing the Goodman Thea... READ MORE
The kitchen at this Lincoln Park location of the popular local pizza chain, which has four other outposts in the city, cranks out an expansive menu focusing on ... READ MORE
A Chicago favorite since 1950, this Lakeview location of the locally owned-and-operated chain (yes, there really was a Leona) serves gargantuan portions of Ital... READ MORE
Rudy Malnati (brother of Lou) is behind this mini chain (there is a second location in the Gold Coast and a new location opening in late summer in Glenview). Ru... READ MORE
Located in the Palmer House Hilton, this farm-to-table-inspired restaurant's menu changes with the seasons, serving dishes like maple-glazed pork belly, scallop... READ MORE
Located in Wolfgang Puck's former digs, the Roman-inspired spot offers lunch options like pitas, sandwiches and salads. Stop in during the evening for seasonal ... READ MORE
Tony Mantuano, chef-partner at Levy Restaurant's acclaimed Cafe Spiaggia, is at the helm of this 160-seat lunch-centric restaurant in the Renzo Piano-designed M... READ MORE
The folks behind Pizza Metro on Division Street have opened this BYOB sit-down spot in Lincoln Park focusing on Roman-style square pizza and other Italian speci... READ MORE
Mediterranean dishes with Italian flare along with wines from around the world are the main attractions at this Rhapsody replacement in the cultural district. C... READ MORE
This modest Lakeview storefront eatery's deep-dish pizza was voted Chicago's best by the Tribune. Also thin-crust pies, subs, ribs and chicken, plus salads, app... READ MORE
Mista moved down the street to a new space with more seating, wood tile floors and a larger outdoor patio in late 2011--but still offers the same stone-oven pre... READ MORE
Always crowded, always noisy, and there's almost always a wait at this Lakeview eatery, even though they now accept reservations. The pasta dishes are enough fo... READ MORE
This Italian-American spot serves up breakfast until 4 p.m. and then converts to a more upscale dinner menu, keeping the atmosphere casual and cozy. Stop by for... READ MORE
The most affordable of the trio of Italian Village restaurants features a 100-item northern Italian menu and cozy casual red-checkered tablecloth decor. READ MORE
Sopraffina offers fast food with a twist--good quality, freshly prepared. Both a market and a cafe, the menu includes offerings of antipasti, pizza, salads, pas... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this spot had already perfected the "fast casual" dining concept. For more than 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale co... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this spot had already perfected the "fast casual" dining concept. For more than 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale co... READ MORE
Located near the DePaul University Law School campus, Pazzo’s serves homemade pastas (including wheat and gluten-free options), seafood, chicken and other Nort... READ MORE
This Lakeview fine dining spot (aiming to open in March 2012) is named for its massive raised fireplace, which can be seen from the street and from every seat i... READ MORE