- 802 W. Dempster St., Evanston
The name of this fry-tastic eatery is the product of a 1982 contest in which local grade-school students submitted their best ideas. Clever name aside, the plac... READ MORE
The name of this fry-tastic eatery is the product of a 1982 contest in which local grade-school students submitted their best ideas. Clever name aside, the plac... READ MORE
Partners Gary Strauss and Tony D'Alessandro (you might remember D'Alessandro from season six of Hell's Kitchen) serve favorites such as fish and chips, grilled ... READ MORE
This beer-centric bar from the owners of Bull & Bear is twice as large as its sibling with a pubbier feel. This bar and grill will aim to please wandering touri... READ MORE
Serving up single, double and triple burgers, this Evanston beef joint has become known for its shakes, its burgers and its wide assortment of fries, ranging fr... READ MORE
Rock 'n' Roll McDonald's features a central location and a collection of memorabilia from the 1950s and '60s, including Elvis Presley on the cover of Time magaz... READ MORE
You can tell by the way the waitresses gossip with the customers that Steve's enjoys a loyal, regular crowd. Gyros, burgers, Italian beef and sausage are some ... READ MORE
Something of a misnomer--it only carries chocolate and vanilla ice cream--this no-frills storefront offers an array of fast food. There are a few stools for ea... READ MORE
With an extensive wine list and a menu of prime steaks, Pete Miller's is one of the top destinations for a more spendy dinner in Evanston. Whether you have some... READ MORE
This New York import is carving out its own niche in Chicago's steakhouse pantheon. Specializing in dry-aged beef, S&W serves steaks in sizes suited to Chicago-... READ MORE
From noon to 1 p.m., expect long lines at Gigio's Pizzeria when Northwestern students and Evanston professionals on lunch pack in for the cheeseburgers and New ... READ MORE
This friendly joint offers Big Mickeys (that's a quarter-pound burger), gyro platters and crispy fried shrimp among other fast-food offerings. The kitchen is vi... READ MORE
The Evanston branch of Al's #1 Italian Beef is popular with local workers and college students piling in for the quick counter service and moderately priced bur... READ MORE
No, this fast-food restaurant is not named after the popular Cubs slugger. In fact, Sammy's Red Hots has been around since before Sammy Sosa was even born. For ... READ MORE
Once an actual fire station, Fire House Grill now keeps the theme with vintage uniforms and pictures and photographs of firefighters at work. The bar brings in ... READ MORE
Friday's packs 'em in, especially on weekends. There's a big selections of munchies -- like buffalo wings and spinach dip -- plus entrees including steak, chop... READ MORE
This classic fast-food joint serves up -- you guessed it -- hot dogs, burgers and fries in a retro-cool establishment. On weeknights and Sunday nights, indoor s... READ MORE
Located in the heart of downtown Oak Park, this casual eatery offers hot dogs, grilled cheese sandwiches and the like. READ MORE
This River North spot, formerly a Pizza Ria, sells oversized New York-style slices. In addition to pizza, you’ll find sandwiches (try the Italian beef), Chica... READ MORE
This counter-service bakery and deli, which comes to River North by way of Jackson Hole, Wyo., offers breakfast and lunch daily. Look for challah French toast, ... READ MORE
Half-pound burgers are topped with combinations like spicy German mustard and sauerkraut, roasted onions and bleu cheese, and Canadian bacon with fried eggs. Ta... READ MORE