- 8822 S. Commercial Ave., South Chicago
This family-owned and operated pizzeria has been a staple in the South Chicago neighborhood since 1955. Known for serving up "south side"-style pizza with homem... READ MORE
This family-owned and operated pizzeria has been a staple in the South Chicago neighborhood since 1955. Known for serving up "south side"-style pizza with homem... 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
Chef John des Rosiers (Inovasi) opened this restaurant on the site where he ran the well-regarded, less-well-patronized Italian restaurant Moderno, which closed... READ MORE
From the outside, this pan-Asian BYOB located in a former single-family home next to the Kennedy Expressway in Irving Park looks tiny and unassuming. But looks ... READ MORE
Yes, there's plenty of bacon at this breakfast-brunch-lunch BYOB from Gina and Bob Hartwig of Noble Square's Lovely. There's a bacon flight five strong and a wa... READ MORE
Louis and Helen Manolakos have run this bakery since 1973. There are many fresh-baked cookies to choose from, including Greek wedding cookies, "Zorba the Greek"... READ MORE
Nostalgia buffs will get a kick out of the "`Roaring Twenties'' look of this place. With its mirrored bar, warm cherrywood decor, ceiling fans and art deco ligh... READ MORE
Back in the day, pre-Nia Vardalos and her big fat Greek wedding, there was Telly Savalas and his TV alter ego, Kojak, whose famous line was "Who loves you, baby... READ MORE
The vision of Chef Michael Kornick (of MK and DMK Burger Bar) for this Lincoln Park seafood spot is decidedly simple: a cozy little "joint" with a friendly vibe... 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
The egg- and oil-free dessert--which the owners have dubbed mana--made daily and sold by the 9-ounce cup or 9-by-11 pan at this Englewood store can be served in... READ MORE
Giordano's began with two Italian-born brothers who, upon moving to the United States found they were unable to obtain genuine Italian pizza. The brothers op... READ MORE
About 10 Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches--including the Saigon Classic, made with ham, head cheese and pork--are available, served on freshly baked French baguett... READ MORE
This is the second location of the popular Evanston burger shop, which serves up high quality beef for the hungry Lincoln Park lunch crowd. But don't expect it ... READ MORE
This family friendly Lisle pizza parlor serves up both thin crust and classic pizza made from scratch in house. They also offer a full menu of pastas and sandwi... READ MORE
This 4,000 square-foot eatery prides itself on being tech saavy, with mobile and computer outlet stations available throughout the restaurant and bar. Chef Just... READ MORE
Perched by the Chicago Blue Line, this little cafe in Noble Square scoops cones and cups of handcrafted gelato and sorbetto, crepes oozing with sweet Nutella an... READ MORE
With the slogan "Food from Planet Earth!", house-made tortillas, pastas, locally-influenced dishes like seitan jibaritos and the nearby Chicago Diner, area veg... READ MORE
During the day, this Pilsen coffee bar serves caffeine in various forms: straight up, with cream or steamed milk and toppings along with classic coffee shop lun... READ MORE