- 706 Main St., Evanston
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
Barnaby's has been a Des Plaines staple, tossing homemade pizza dough and cooking sauce since 1969. The high quality cheese, (Scala) sausage and other first-rat... READ MORE
Everything is homemade at Little Villa, including lasagna, pizza and other Italian specialties such as veal marsala and eggplant and chicken parmesan. 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 such as rav... READ MORE
The name of this fry-tastic eatery is the product of a 1982 contest in which local grade-school students submitted their best ideas. Clever name aside, the plac... READ MORE
This adorable Uptown BYOB, tucked in a corner of a mini-strip mall brings a breath of fresh air to the neighborhood. From the five-seat sushi bar to the hip, bl... READ MORE
Located in Wolfgang Puck's former digs, the Roman-inspired spot offers lunch options like pitas, sandwiches and salads. Stop in during the evening for seasonal ... READ MORE
The menu at this Uptown grill and wine bar includes mostly Italian fare with a few Bosnian selections, including dishes based on recipes from owner Nino Divanov... READ MORE
This family-owned Uptown eatery doles out generous portions of traditional fare such as enchiladas, quesadillas and tacos at modest prices. Start with house-mad... READ MORE
Serving up single, double and triple burgers, this Evanston beef joint has become known for its shakes, its burgers and its wide assortment of fries, ranging fr... READ MORE
Chef Victor Hernandez's spot offers a list of more than 25 wines by the glass plus flights showcasing bottles from around the world. READ MORE
Traditional burger fans can indulge in one of the restaurant's classic choose-your-own -toppings burgers, with beef, turkey and chicken as patty options. Those ... READ MORE
This small, quirky contemporary American spot in Uptown from Big Chicks owner Michelle Fire serves breakfast, lunch, a popular weekend brunch and dinner on Frid... READ MORE
Customers at this Andersonville spot can shoot pool or sit on couches in a den-like area and watch videos. We found owner Art Avoka watching "The Bear," a Fren... READ MORE
This Uptown outpost of the Rosati's franchise does mostly carryout and delivery business, though there's counter seating for about 10 inside. In addition to cla... 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
Seafood -- including fish, crab legs and claws and shrimp -- is the main attraction at this casual, family-friendly spot. READ MORE
The menu at Mrs. V's includes grilled cheese, spaghetti, chicken fingers served in a diner-style setting. 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