- 6 W. Hubbard St., Near North
This popular Italian dinner spot from the '90s reopened in the former Bar Umbriago space. Get ready to feast on classics as well as some new innovations such as... READ MORE
This popular Italian dinner spot from the '90s reopened in the former Bar Umbriago space. Get ready to feast on classics as well as some new innovations such as... READ MORE
This official name of this spot is La Madia--Art of Pizza, Love of Wine. OK, when your restaurant has a subtitle, you're pretty serious about things. Described ... READ MORE
With hardwood floors, a sleek bar and bright lighting, this corner storefront has a clean-cut, contemporary look but an old-fashioned, neighborly feel. Bottles ... READ MORE
This classic American prime steak and seafood restaurant draws a big pre- and post-theatre crowd thanks to its location in the building housing the Goodman Thea... READ MORE
A Chicago favorite since 1950, this locally owned-and-operated chain (yes, there really was a Leona) serves gargantuan portions of Italian favorites like raviol... 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
The Hall of Fame Chicago Cubs broadcaster frequently greeted customers himself at his restaurant. Now his wife, Dutchie, often does the honors. But she isn't th... READ MORE
Located in the Palmer House Hilton, this farm-to-table-inspired restaurant's menu changes with the seasons, serving dishes like maple-glazed pork belly, scallop... READ MORE
Family-friendly Italian eatery features a menu and weekend specials that tour Italy, including lesser-known Northern regions such as Trentino and Lombardi. Incl... READ MORE
Tony Mantuano, chef-partner at Levy Restaurant's acclaimed Cafe Spiaggia, is at the helm of this 160-seat lunch-centric restaurant in the Renzo Piano-designed M... READ MORE
Rudy Malnati (brother of Lou) is behind this BYOB pizza spot in the Gold Coast. Like its counterparts on State Street and in the Loop, it's known for its deep-d... 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
The Coco Pazzo team opened this 100-seat pizzeria in River North, featuring ingredients and dishes from the Italian region of Lazio such as roasted entrees, han... READ MORE
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
Celeb couple Bill and Giuliana Rancic has teamed up with Lettuce Entertain You's Melman siblings (RJ, Jerrod and Molly Melman of Hub 51 and Studio Paris) to ope... READ MORE
The folks behind Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse and Hugo's Frog Bar have brought on former Carlucci chef John Coletta to oversee the kitchen at their River North wine... READ MORE
Brother Carlos Montiel and Eddy Montiel opened this Italian fine-dining spot with French influences in 1985. The classic menu includes fresh pasta dishes, like ... READ MORE
Looking for a way to kill time before catching a movie in downtown Oak Park? Grab an outdoor, street-side table at Mancini's for a glass of wine and a classic I... READ MORE
The Oak Park outpost of the North Shore pizza chain (with locations in Chicago, Glenview and Bolingbrook) serves up both thick and thin pizza, sandwiches, salad... READ MORE