- 3406 Dempster St., Skokie
This self-serve, no-frills joint specializes in house-made Italian beef, meaty chili, hot dogs and cheeseburgers. READ MORE
This self-serve, no-frills joint specializes in house-made Italian beef, meaty chili, hot dogs and cheeseburgers. READ MORE
One of the most promising restaurants in the south suburbs is Balagio, an innovative, boisterous Homewood trattoria that isn't afraid to put a little pizazz in ... 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
Salsa made right at your table, live music, and authentic Mexican fare makes this a lively weekend hangout. The menu boasts tons of options, from steak to seafo... READ MORE
Expect dinner and a show at this Downers Grove Italian spot: the dish Linguini Bobonato Con Parmigiano is served tableside by tossing linguini in a hollowed whe... READ MORE
This restaurant serves hearty Mexican favorites such as chicken enchiladas, tostadas and taquitos. READ MORE
Cafe Lucci owners and brothers Bobby and Augie Arifi team up at this North Shore farm-to-restaurant table. Currently open for dinner, patrons are able to find ... READ MORE
To satisfy cravings for Chinese or Japanese, this restaurant offers an extensive menu covering both cuisines. Chefs specialties on the Chinese side include beef... READ MORE
Watch the game from all angles on the TV-lined bar while tucking into the signature home-cooked barbecue ribs, pulled pork and brisket. 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
Tuck into juicy lamb, pork or beef burgers, brined chicken sandwiches and rich, bechamel sauce-covered mac and cheese, house cut fries and other upscale bar foo... READ MORE
This fast-casual Mediterranean grill is open 24 hours--which means falafel is available at all hours of the night. Stop by for comforting dishes like chicken sh... 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
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
This full service, family-friendly READ MORE
Serving up smoked brisket and pulled pork, this newcomer brings Southern flavor to the west suburbs. Order a side of "pit beans," which are cooked underneath ju... READ MORE
Chef Danny Ovanin reinvents traditional heartland dishes with local ingredients, a simple concept that shows on the menu: maple leaf duck confit with brussels s... READ MORE