- 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
Jimmy Bannos opened the fourth location of his Cajun-Creole restaurant in Naperville. Those familiar with the original should expect the same combination of fie... 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
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
Described as the "Shinto Experience," this Japanese steakhouse and sushi bar offers some of the top seafood in the 'burbs. Regular specials are held during Happ... READ MORE
The refined new American cuisine is perfect for date nights: choose from entrees like lobster ravioli, cedar plank salmon, blackened ribeye and chocolate ganach... READ MORE
Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and plentiful seating in this family-owned Naperville java joint, which serves pressed sandwiches and wraps along with coffee- ... 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
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
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Part of the popular chain of Francesca restaurants that began in 1992 with the original Mia Francesca in Lake View, the menu here features the same generous por... READ MORE
This Naperville sushi spot has west suburbanites going wild. The restaurant offers a variety of options prepared by Chef gene, owner and head chef. Kick off you... READ MORE
The grocery section of the store is amazing. Consider one aisle: half is dedicated to olive oil--small, large and huge bottles for really serious cooks; the oth... READ MORE
Expect speedy service at this family-run burger and hot dog joint. Place your order at the counter and have a seat in the homey dining room. Popular with local ... READ MORE