- 214 W. Van Buren St., The Loop
This Vietnamese sandwich shop expands into the Loop with its fourth location, serving up around 10 varities of banh mi made with ham, head cheese and pork on cr... READ MORE
This Vietnamese sandwich shop expands into the Loop with its fourth location, serving up around 10 varities of banh mi made with ham, head cheese and pork on cr... READ MORE
Beef & Brandy has been open for more than 40 years in the same spot. The restaurant operates on three levels, each equipped with a separate kitchen ''so we can ... READ MORE
The Irving Park location of this pan-Asian restaurant got off to such a strong start that Lois Lee, who owns the spot with her husband, David, didn't waste any ... 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
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
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
Mediterranean favorites get the quick-serve treatment at this vegan-friendly Loop spot, which caters to a lunch-time crowd. The counter-service set-up allows fo... READ MORE
This Block 37 spin-off of Thalia Spice in River West offers a similar but abbreviated menu, including sushi and an assortment of carryout-friendly banh mi (Viet... READ MORE
This second location of I Dream of Falafel offers the exact same menu in a storefront with three times the space. Mediterranean favorites get the quick-serve tr... 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
Lois Lee and her husband, David, who also operate Hot Woks Cool Sushi locations in Old Irving Park (the original), on Michigan Avenue and in Roscoe Village, are... READ MORE
The menu at this Indian quick-serve lunch spot in the Loop is short and savory, featuring wraps with fillings such as chicken tikka (grilled chicken in tandoori... READ MORE
This Freshii, located near a parking deck on Randolph Street, offers the same health-focused fare as the other downtown locations: Just jot down whether you wan... READ MORE
The third location of this quick-service vegetarian/healthy food spot will serve the same customizable falafel sandwiches as the original Boystown and Oak Park ... 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 4,000 square-foot eatery prides itself on being tech saavy, with mobile and computer outlet stations available throughout the restaurant and bar. Chef Just... READ MORE
Crepes are in order at this tiny Elmhurst cafe, with traditional sweet and breakfast options. The savory menu is lined with options like the "veggie" with spina... READ MORE
Get that neighborhood bar feeling smack in the middle of the Loop at this cozy tavern. With signature cocktails, 24 beers on tap, and a menu with a selection of... READ MORE
Former Duck and Roll food truck owner Amy Le opened this brick and mortar restaurant in the Financial District, which serves casual Asian-Latin fusion dishes li... READ MORE