- 1301 S. Halsted St., University Village / Little Italy
This vibrant University Village eatery serves Spanish, Mediterranean and South American-influenced tapas. In the kitchen, from Gustavo Castañeda (formerly of Zo... READ MORE
This vibrant University Village eatery serves Spanish, Mediterranean and South American-influenced tapas. In the kitchen, from Gustavo Castañeda (formerly of Zo... READ MORE
Homegrown Mexican chain opened this spot in the old Maxwell Street Market area (now called University Village Marketplace) in mid-2005. Eduardo "Lalo" Castaneda... READ MORE
Great atmosphere from the moment you step in the door of this family-owned trattoria. It's cozy and dim and Sinatra sings on the stereo. An upstairs dining room... READ MORE
This elegant Arlington Heights restaurant is the perfect place to take a special date. Cozy booths sit on three different levels in the main dining room, provid... 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
This casual American bistro is tucked inside the Marriott Chicago's medical district location and offers a contemporary dining atmosphere with banquette seating... READ MORE
Family-friendly Italian eatery features a menu and weekend specials that tour Italy, including lesser-known Northern regions such as Trentino and Lombardi. Incl... READ MORE
Moderation can be the name of the game at this University Village sweets shop. If the “piggy” portion isn’t in your plans, indulge in the “skinny” portions of c... READ MORE
The University Village outpost of this Canadian chain offers classic vanilla and chocolate low-fat and non-fat fro-yo, as well as a rotating seasonal flavor. Yo... READ MORE
Chef Michael Shrader (formerly of Nine and Epic) serves up "European global" cuisine at this Little Italy restaurant. The menu is highly seasonal and always rot... READ MORE
Restaurateur Scott Harris of the Mia Francesca empire is behind this Little Italy-area eatery across from Mia Francesca's Taylor Street location (davanti means ... READ MORE
Located a few blocks from the University of Illinois at Chicago campus, this cozy, unpretentious spot is blessed with a menu of tasty breakfast eats. Winning me... READ MORE
This popular family-run (and cash-only) restaurant at the eastern edge of Little Italy near the United Center has attracted a lot of neighborhood regulars (as w... READ MORE
Mario's Italian lemonade has the consistency of a Slurpee and is like store-bought Italian ices, ''only better,'' promises Dorothy DiPaolo, the current owner's ... READ MORE
At this cozy family-run Arlington Heights diner, open since 1971, patrons can savor the homemade chili and apple pie prepared by members of the Spentzos family.... READ MORE
This family-run pizza joint's been serving up housemade pies for more than 40 years. Known for thin-crust pizza, Wayne's spreads on a rich (but smooth) marinara... READ MORE
Adventurous? Take a walk on the wide side at this Japanese and Korean restaurant where you can slurp down live octopus. The entire octopus comes chopped but sti... READ MORE
This is the Rosebud Restaurant group's original Rosebud. It's classic Italian dining in a formal but comfortable setting. Sit and eat at the stylish bar or opt ... READ MORE
One of the most popular Korean spots in the suburbs, this restaurant takes lunch seriously. For less than $10, diners can feast on authentic dishes like bibimba... READ MORE