- 3030 N. Racine Ave., Lake View
Will's has the feel of a hunting lodge that's been plucked from Wisconsin's northwoods and dropped on a sleepy corner of Chicago's North Side. You'll easily spo... READ MORE
Will's has the feel of a hunting lodge that's been plucked from Wisconsin's northwoods and dropped on a sleepy corner of Chicago's North Side. You'll easily spo... READ MORE
This Lakeview spot is one grocery store where it's OK to eat the food. There's a cafe in addition to the upscale market, so you can relax and eat before shoppin... READ MORE
In addition to coffee drinks, this cozy little cafe in Lakeview offers 12 types of gourmet cookies, outdoor seating in the summer and a friendly waitstaff. Pat... READ MORE
In late 1996, Mike Schuba broke through the walls of his Lakeview tavern/music club Schubas to the building next door and added a dining room decorated with fol... READ MORE
This laid-back coffee shop caters to a diverse crowd ranging from from Northwestern professors and Evanston locals picking up coffee in the morning to out of to... READ MORE
This Evanston restaurant and bakery has long been a destination for die-hard vegans and vegetarians. Uninitiates can sample the joys of high-protein meals made ... READ MORE
The boisterous strains of Dixieland and zydeco music can be heard from the sidewalk, heralding the southern, roadside atmosphere of Dixie Kitchen. The interior ... READ MORE
This friendly family-owned and -operated diner features milkshakes and burgers, as well as more ambitious fare, such as Cajun crab cakes. There are booths for s... READ MORE
This Mexican eatery offers the usual burritos, tamales, tacos and fajitas, as well as steaks, chops, and rotisserie chicken. There are also fish and shrimp dish... READ MORE
This Lakeview ice cream parlor harks back to the old days with bobtail-wielding soda jerks and classic soda fountain favorites. Hard scoop ice cream is made on-... READ MORE
Named for nearby Pine Grove Avenue, the eclectic menu at this Lincoln Park spot features breakfast options like Milano-cookie crusted French toast with a strawb... READ MORE
It's easy to feel comfortable here, whether you're enjoying the weather and a cup of coffee at the tables outside, or sitting in the window bay on a pillow. Pul... READ MORE
Located in Evanston's Hotel Orrington, the Globe Cafe offers a cozy, living room-style vibe and American cuisine with Euro-flair. For breakfast, dig into fruit-... READ MORE
Despite the French sounding name, Le Peep serves up classic American breakfast items including pancakes, omelets and stuffed French toast. Food comes out fast m... READ MORE
Punch up your carbs at this coffee bar at Lifetime Fitness. Before or after a workout, stop in for sandwiches, fruit smoothies, power shakes and fresh-brewed Ca... READ MORE
This very affordable Cuban spot in Roscoe Village turns out delicious hot Cuban sandwiches such as Cubano, media noche, ropa vieja and timba (guava and Swiss ch... READ MORE
The folks from The Wormhole Coffee are behind this pastry-centered Lincoln Park cafe. In early 2012, there was a full interior renovation to add more open space... READ MORE
"Kanela" is the Greek word for cinnamon, which you'll find plentiful on the menu at this Lakeview breakfast and lunch spot. Deep earth tones, wrap-around seatin... READ MORE
This Boystown sandwich shop (from the owners behind Nhu Lan Bakery) specializes in the same Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches that have made its Lincoln Square coun... READ MORE
Bagels come in sweet and savory varieties like oregano parmesan, oat bran bialy and pumpernickel. Organic house-made cream cheese spreads are also available. READ MORE