- 844 W. Randolph St., West Town
Inside this rustic buger bar, look for farm-friendly touches like 10-foot exterior barn doors, antique furniture and wallpaper, an exposed pie-making kitchen an... READ MORE
Inside this rustic buger bar, look for farm-friendly touches like 10-foot exterior barn doors, antique furniture and wallpaper, an exposed pie-making kitchen an... READ MORE
Indulge in organic, farm-fresh food and and a warm, friendly environment at this mid-priced bar and grill, which features "munchies" as well as main bar food. C... READ MORE
Stop by this neighborhood deli for slow-roasted roast beef, house-cured corned beef and chicken salad sandwiches made to order, with a side of the daily soup (p... READ MORE
The staff at this gelateria not only make their own gelato, but they also decorate it by hand every morning to entice customers. Varieties change daily, but opt... READ MORE
Carol Watson (Milk & Honey) is behind this carryout-focused Italian deli and espresso bar in Wicker Park. The pastry case showcases deli meats and cheeses, the ... READ MORE
A casual Italian sandwich and pizza shop, Rollin' To Go is almost constantly filled with Northwestern students while school is in session. While you're waiting ... READ MORE
Ever find yourself debating what's for lunch? Salad or wrap? Potstickers or enchiladas? Fish or steak? This cafeteria-style West Town BYOB has you covered no ma... READ MORE
This cute neighborhood cafe serves Umbria coffee as well as salads, panini, cold sandwiches and baked goods, all made in-house. A variety of young professionals... READ MORE
Named for the Red June apple, an early-season fruit prized in baking, this Bucktown coffeehouse delivers on the moniker by serving up homemade apple crisp daily... READ MORE
This bright, cheerful sandwich shop in Wicker Park does one thing and aims to do it well. The menu lists just eight kinds of banh mi, the traditional Vietnamese... READ MORE
The folks behind Coffee Ambassadors partnered with local vendors to create this community-oriented Bucktown cafe with ample vegan and vegetarian options. Look f... READ MORE
If it all feels familiar, it's not because that's your grandma's couch you're sitting on (though we wouldn't blame you for mistaking it for something out of her... READ MORE
This West Town BYOB is all about pizza, offering thin crust specialty pies such as the Manhattan (grilled chicken, broccoli, ricotta, romano and fresh mozzarell... READ MORE
This East Coast-style spot located in Evanston (there are also Philly's Bests in Lakeview and Greektown and an express outpost offering a limited menu in Logan ... READ MORE
This Wicker Park bagel shop hawks bagels sourced from local fave New York Bagel & Bialy, as well as more than a dozen varieties of cream cheeses and spreads. St... READ MORE
Step inside this '50s throwback Wicker Park diner and you’ll find a homey, retro vibe and comfort eats for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The folks of next-door-n... READ MORE
With a quirky clubhouse feel and iconic childhood toys from the late-twentysomething owners donning the walls, this relaxed '80s-themed spot has more than enoug... READ MORE
Nightlife vet Dion Antic is at it again with this West Loop eatery and bar, which peddles good, solid eats with a gourmet touch. Those eats include pork-belly s... READ MORE
The beloved Lakeview late night grilled cheese bar expands to its second location in Evanston, offering their signature sandwiches in addition to "grilled chees... READ MORE