- 1800 Sherman Ave., Evanston
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
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
With generous portions and all the classic taqueria dishes (burritos, chimichangas, posole, enchiladas), the Naperville outpost of this chain is great for break... READ MORE
This New Orleans-themed eatery in Lakeview eschews kitsch for class, with appealing French Quarter decor and an ambitious menu of Cajun dishes, including the al... 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
This pizzeria chain is best known for its stuffed pizzas, but thin-crust pies, pastas and sandwiches also make the lineup. The Evanston location gets especially... 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
Even by cramped corner sushi-joint standards, this Boystown dining room is a study in making the most out of a small space. With Kermit-the-Frog green walls and... READ MORE
This unassuming strip-mall spot serves authentic Thai fare; a picture menu makes it easy to order. 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
A smart pick for an introduction to an Indian food, Bombay Kabab House offers a lunch buffet and chef special's platters that come with rice and bread for dinne... READ MORE
Open since December 2007, Rose's Wheat-free Bakery and Cafe is a boon for the allergy-afflicted, with a menu of goodies (cakes, cookies, pastries and bread) tha... READ MORE
The Naperville outpost of Mimis Cafe, which has enjoyed a popular presence in warmer locales such as Arizona and Florida for 30 years, is expected to open mid-M... READ MORE
Having one of those nights when you can't decide if you want a spicy tuna roll or chicken pad Thai? There's no need to choose at this quaint Lakeview spot, whic... READ MORE
Traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean eats such as falafel and chicken shawarma are popular at this family-owned and -operated West Loop spot, which also has a... READ MORE
John Giannopoulos, the owner of this Lakeview spot, is quick to point out that he doesn't serve typical Greek island fare. Instead, he focuses on the fresh, sim... READ MORE
This West Town spot, in business since 1952, is now run by the original owners' son but still serves the same authentic Puerto Rican fare it has since the start... READ MORE
This Lakeview pub serves pulled pork sandwiches, raw bar items and pasta dishes (the chef worked at the now-shuttered Strega Nona on Southport), prepared with l... READ MORE
The owners of Amelia's Mestizo Grill are behind this upscale Mexican eatery in West Town, which has a contemporary 76-seat interior washed in neutral (read: not... READ MORE
Former Carnivale chef Mark Mendez's West Loop wine and small plate spot, named after his grandmother, offers a mix of traditional and contemporary Spanish cuisi... READ MORE
Two-foot-high statues of roosters dressed as chefs decorate this Lakeview counter-service eatery, which specializes in natural, hormone-free roasted chickens so... READ MORE