- 1 N. Wacker Dr., The Loop
From the people behind Bar Louie and Nick and Tony's comes this contemporary American brasserie, helmed by chef Todd Davies, formerly of Rosebud Steakhouse and ... READ MORE
From the people behind Bar Louie and Nick and Tony's comes this contemporary American brasserie, helmed by chef Todd Davies, formerly of Rosebud Steakhouse and ... 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
Steaks, seafood and all the steakhouse trimmings are served at this Loop eatery. For lunch, the menu varies between soup, sandwiches and mac and cheese; for din... 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 well-known Loop Italian spot (with sister locations in the West Loop and Lincoln Park) offers what it calls America's first "heart healthy" pizza (a spina... READ MORE
This Michigan Avenue staple, the only Bennigan's left in Chicago, draws equal parts tourists and downtown office workers. The menu, downsized from the Bennigan'... READ MORE
Chow down on the popular baby back ribs at this rustic Mundelein eatery. The dining area is small, but take-out and delivery are available as well. And for thos... READ MORE
This pizzeria features thin-crust pizza, pasta, panini sandwiches, barbecued ribs and fried chicken. House specialties include timpanos, a double-crust pasta-st... READ MORE
There's live jazz and an upscale menu at The 1800 Club on the edge of downtown Evanston. Indoors the look is European with dark burgundy walls and a parquet flo... READ MORE
Once an actual fire station, Fire House Grill now keeps the theme with vintage uniforms and pictures and photographs of firefighters at work. The bar brings in ... READ MORE
Head to Evanston for classic cocktails and "all-American" dishes including Colorado brook trout, chipotle-glazed pork chops and cedar-planked salmon. For a ligh... READ MORE
Looking for a quick sushi fix? Try this new Evanston spot, where you order at the counter and either carry out or eat in on a Japanese wooden tray. The most unu... READ MORE
Chicago has a rich, longstanding love affair with pizza, and loyal fans have lined up for decades to enjoy Lou Malnati's deep-dish pies. From the time the first... 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
The folks behind Hollywood Grill and Breakfast Restaurant and White Palace Grill are behind this bar and restaurant. A rooftop bar with stellar views is the mai... READ MORE
This upscale pan-Asian spot is a smart date destination, with its small tables, soft music and artistic decor featuring Thai sculptures and colorful koi fish pa... READ MORE
The folks behind local mini-chain Taco Fresco and Fuego Loco: Cantina & Salseria are behind this casual full-service Mexican eatery in the Sears Tower. We're be... READ MORE
Tucked in along Lower Wacker Drive just east of the Wabash Avenue bridge, this seasonal Chicago Riverwalk spot, a full-service restaurant with wait staff, off... 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