- 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
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
This spin-off of the original West Lawn location in Chicago, which was started in 1961 by three brothers from Sicily (Palermo is the capital of Sicily), is stil... READ MORE
Intimate spot tucked in a woodsy corner of Orland Park. Food can be uneven, but polished and thoughtful service are pluses. 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
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
When Arnie Salerno moved here from Calabrese, Italy 38 years ago, he brought with him the memory of what authentic Italian food looks and tastes like. From hand... READ MORE
Crispy crust, fresh sauce and loads of topping choices make Benny's a safe bet for neighborhood delivery. Locals seem to go a bit crazy for the meatballs, too. READ MORE
This pizzeria features thin-crust pizza, pasta, panini sandwiches, barbecued ribs and fried chicken. House specialties include timpanos, a double-crust pasta-st... READ MORE
From jumbo pizza slices to pasta dinners, Bacci Cafe & Pizzeria offers a variety of entrees and desserts at reasonable prices. READ MORE
Homemade Italian dishes in generous portions at affordable prices draw locals to Dave's Italian Kitchen. An Evanston dining tradition since 1972, Dave's boasts ... READ MORE
The interior of this outlet of a national chain is a flamboyant exercise in stereotyping, right down to the red-checked tablecloths. Adding to the atmosphere ar... READ MORE
A beach-themed kosher pizza parlor? Yes, indeed. Malibu's, owned by Ken Hechtman of Ken's Diner and Grill and Bugsy's Charhouse, servea up thin-crust, deep-dish... READ MORE
We're already digging this gelato spot for its adorable logo: a smiley-faced scoop-topped cone. This new spot, dedicated to the art of gelato, comes from the ow... READ MORE
The owner of comfy Italian restaurant Campagnola is behind this new spot (formerly known as Wild Geese in the weeks before opening) down the street on Chicago A... READ MORE
With the tag line, "the closest trip to Spain," this suburban restaurant makes a large promise and delivers. This colorful eatery features a wide array of delec... READ MORE
La Notte Cafe chef Giovanni Mancini might not have formal training, but he does have plenty of recipes to draw on from his Italian family. At this upscale spot,... READ MORE