- 1814 W. Chicago Ave., Ukrainian Village
Huge portions of traditional Mexican dishes are what keep this place top of the list for regulars in Ukrainian Village. READ MORE
Huge portions of traditional Mexican dishes are what keep this place top of the list for regulars in Ukrainian Village. READ MORE
At Flo, where there's folk, there's fire. The West Town place is both a gallery for folk art and a funky cafe that specializes in New Mexican cooking (there are... READ MORE
This Lakeview African spot, once a Taste of Chicago regular, serves a mostly Nigerian menu of favorites such as jollof rice and a variety of spicy stews, inc... READ MORE
This casual, family-owned Lakeview restaurant specializes in tortas (Mexican sandwiches), with 20 varieties to choose from, plus other traditional Mexican fare ... READ MORE
This restaurant, located five blocks from the United Center, is a romantic Italian bistro that caters to pre-show crowds and neighborhood folks alike. Northern ... READ MORE
More than 30 television sets ring the bar in this specialty wings joint's Lincoln Park location. In the main dining room, a huge pair of projection screens book... READ MORE
This Lakeview East eatery is sort of a fast-food/table service hybrid offering standard Chinese fare. Place your order at the counter, then sit down and wait fo... READ MORE
This Lakeview Thai restaurant has a definite penchant for noodle dishes. Noodles in the bowl, noodles stir-fried, noodles with meat, with vegetables, with seafo... READ MORE
This Italian-American spot serves up breakfast until 4 p.m. and then converts to a more upscale dinner menu, keeping the atmosphere casual and cozy. Stop by for... READ MORE
A classic retro diner (the menu and walls are packed with cheesy '50s-style pictures) Clarke's specializes in breakfast all day and night, with heaping piles of... READ MORE
This funky coffeehouse is a favorite of Northwestern students. Expect the usual boho vibe, complete with books, Trivial Pursuit and comfy furniture. READ MORE
If there's one word that describes this popular Evanston restaurant, it would have to be "eclectic." Owners Eric Singer and Ken Pospiech have filled the restau... READ MORE
Views of the lake and skyline are sure to draw sun-seekers to this lounge atop Lincoln Park's 12-story Hotel Lincoln. It has seating for more than 150 outside, ... READ MORE
This 60-seat kosher barbecue joint features an in-house smoker, churning out barbecued short ribs, chicken and brisket with a burger of the week. New classics l... READ MORE
Inheriting the space of two former diners, this Italian comfort-food spot follows in the footsteps of its predecessors with better execution, serving locally-so... READ MORE
This no-fuss pub serves hearty entrees and half-pound burgers with all the trimmings: bacon and melted cheddar with a fried egg, sauteed mushrooms and Swiss, an... READ MORE
The Bentley's local-seasonal menu is designed by Ian Flowers (Lokal), and features dishes such as roasted duck breast with aubergine caponata, cheddar polenta, ... READ MORE