- 18 W. Jefferson St., Naperville
Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992 with the original Mia Francesca in Lake View, the menu here features the same generous por... READ MORE
Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992 with the original Mia Francesca in Lake View, the menu here features the same generous por... 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
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
This Lakeview staple walks the line between bar and restaurant with an artistic martini list�and lots of�"small" plates (small is an understatement�they're near... READ MORE
Celebrity chef Rick Bayless defines authentic regional Mexican cuisine for north-of-the-border diners at Frontera and Topolobampo, where the latter provides fin... READ MORE
This reasonably priced restaurant features pasta and fresh fish and does not skimp on atmosphere. A wall of seascape murals and a skylight brightens the bilevel... READ MORE
Most of the food is homemade at this all-ages bar and restaurant. Pizza is especially popular, along with salads, ribs and the Friday all-you-can-eat fish fry. READ MORE
Established in 1967 by Mario Dovalina and Edwin Ptak, Pepe's is now a large chain of full-service restaurants throughout Chicagoland, offering a broad selection... READ MORE
Established in 1967 by Mario Dovalina and Edwin Ptak, Pepe's is now a large chain of full-service restaurants throughout Chicagoland, offering a broad selection... READ MORE
Since 1956, the Pizza Cottage has been one of the cornerstone restaurants in Roselle's downtown district. Specials are offered each night, and the outdoor eatin... READ MORE
This River North mainstay features a late-night kitchen (until 3 a.m. daily) and an extensive spirits lineup. Starter favorites include escargot and fried calam... READ MORE
A globally inspired noodle shop with Asian, Mediterranean and American influences, this location of the nationwide chain turns out favorites like Japanese pan n... READ MORE
With its bright-lights marquee and affordable menu, Union Park attracts a crowd of Bulls and Blackhawks fans on their way to United Center, plus young professio... READ MORE
Quick on its way to becoming the Intelligentsia of tea, Argo Tea Cafe features dozens of exotic teas. Imported from all over the world, the teas all have one th... READ MORE
Frozen custard, the smoother cousin of ice cream, is 2 Sisters' claim to fame. It comes in vanilla or chocolate and can be mixed, sprinkled, blended or topped w... READ MORE
This little dog shack knows how to do a Chicago dog -- and that means they save the ketchup for the fries. Ask for everything on your hotdog and you'll get must... READ MORE
Housed in the relocated 1880 Moehling General Store building, this family-owned ice-cream parlor produces premium ice cream in a variety of original flavors, wi... READ MORE
This rustic Italian spot in Wicker Park boasts two wood-burning ovens that churn out pizzas. The rest of the wine-friendly menu is heavy appetizers and house-ma... READ MORE
Students should view the continuously full parking lot at Dunnhill's as the first lesson in Business 101 -- fill a void deliciously and they will come. McHenry ... READ MORE
Can't decide what you want for lunch? You're in luck. This spot now marries three favorites. One half of the operation houses Halsted Street Deli, a popular lun... READ MORE