- 225 W. Wacker Drive, The Loop
Before there was a term for it, this Loop spot with five other locations throughout the city already had perfected "fast casual" dining, serving breakfast, pa... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this Loop spot with five other locations throughout the city already had perfected "fast casual" dining, serving breakfast, pa... READ MORE
The initials at this bakery denote "San Francisco," the birthplace of the famous-for-sourdough Boudin Bakery chain. This spot, which opened in early October the... READ MORE
This under-the-radar Lincoln Square cafe serves Illy coffee in all of its truly Italian incarnations, from caffe macchiato (a shot of espresso in steamed milk) ... READ MORE
This casual, inexpensive daytime-only spot in Ukie Village offers an all-day menu of breakfast and lunch fare. Expect classics such as pancakes, French toast, o... READ MORE
This retro West Ridge restaurant rocks a '50s theme and a diverse menu that includes a number of south-of-the-border picks as well as pizza, hearty Italian beef... READ MORE
Though it’s located inside the Chicago History Museum, this cafe serving all-day breakfast, sandwiches, salads and other light fare is open to everyone. The com... READ MORE
A slimmed-down version of the original Caponies, this Edison Park spot serves classic and affordable Italian fare in a casual, family-friendly setting. You can ... READ MORE
This no-frills corner spot in West Town serves up wings, hot dogs, hamburgers, salads, sandwiches and pasta at budget-friendly prices. There's also a whole lot ... READ MORE
This second location of high-end Hyde Park grocery Zaleski & Horvath MarketCafe offers a similar selection of fine imported olive oils and vinegars, hand-crafte... READ MORE
This crunchy counter-service cafe brought to you by the folks behind the Bot Bakery and Balanced Kitchen brands serves vegan-organic-gluten-free fare, with both... READ MORE
The husband-and-wife ownership team behind this Ukie Village market closed the doors on their suburban mega-grocery to downsize to a cozier city storefront with... READ MORE
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Friendly service and a tidy, casual atmosphere charaterize this Grand Boulevard eatery that specializes in the three S's -- soups, salads and sandwiches, that i... READ MORE
Serving panini, salads and thin-crust and deep-dish pizza, this Little Italy eatery is located adjacent to Salatino’s, also owned by Mia Francesca founder Scott... READ MORE
This cozy Loop BYOB features stone-oven prepped thin-crust pizzas, which makes for a deliciously crispy crust, plus salads and wraps made with organic and natur... READ MORE
This Lakeview coffeeshop serves 15 sandwiches, a half-dozen salads and a full line of espresso and other Intelligentsia coffee drinks, ranging from drip coffee ... READ MORE
Owner James J. Spillane also founded Coalfire in West Town, and is now setting his sites on the crowded Lincoln Park pizza market. Expect New York-style thin pi... READ MORE
Giuseppe's La Cantina introduces a takeout counter inside of the original Des Plaines restaurant. The carryout menu offers many of the same items as seen in Giu... READ MORE
Can't get enough bacon? Tuck into the blue cheese burger, topped with bacon jam, arugula and a fluffy potato bun. This upscale quick-serve Americana joint also ... 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