- 3463 N. Clark St., Wrigleyville
The pizza at this mini-chain features a familiar New York-style crust, but we guarantee the toppings aren't like anything you've seen before. Bestsellers includ... READ MORE
The pizza at this mini-chain features a familiar New York-style crust, but we guarantee the toppings aren't like anything you've seen before. Bestsellers includ... READ MORE
Barnaby's has been a Des Plaines staple, tossing homemade pizza dough and cooking sauce since 1969. The high quality cheese, (Scala) sausage and other first-rat... READ MORE
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This Little Village Internet cafe/coffee house features a roster of coffee beverages and pastries, plus a Euro-Med menu with choices like panini, pasta, salads ... READ MORE
Clark St. Dog, Lakeview's answer to late-night fast food cravings, has been serving the bar-hopping crowd since 1977. Open until 3 a.m. (4 a.m. on weekends) the... READ MORE
Remember how Grandpa liked to reminisce about the good ol' days, when a working man could get an honest meal at an honest price? He'd love this casual Loop deli... READ MORE
This second location of I Dream of Falafel offers the exact same menu in a storefront with three times the space. Mediterranean favorites get the quick-serve tr... READ MORE
Order a California Dream (grilled chicken, avocado, alfalfa sprouts and provolone on a pretzel roll) or other sandwich at this West Loop deli's counter to-go or... READ MORE
This third location of I Dream of Falafel offers the exact same menu as its sibling locations, with plenty of seats and free wifi for those who lunch near Pepsi... READ MORE
This South Loop coffeehouse operates as a social enterprise--meaning its profits are earmarked for nonprofit work--so expect to see a focus on theater, music an... READ MORE
Rich Kewitz, who's also involved with Ukrainian Village's Innjoy, opened this "fancy fast-food" spot in 2012. Think gourmet hot dogs (including a vegan version)... READ MORE
This Freshii, located near a parking deck on Randolph Street, offers the same health-focused fare as the other downtown locations: Just jot down whether you wan... READ MORE
This sustainably minded sandwich shop uses fresh, local produce and meats when possible. Sandwiches, served on homemade white or wheat buns, include pulled pork... READ MORE
Crepes are in order at this tiny Elmhurst cafe, with traditional sweet and breakfast options. The savory menu is lined with options like the "veggie" with spina... READ MORE
Hello, hangover brunch. This retro, macrame-covered Humboldt Park eatery slings hash (in dishes like the porky Bubble and Squeak, house-cured corn beef hash and... READ MORE
This Roscoe Village diner specializes in kitsch, from the Mr. Potato Head in the window to the Twinkie tiramisu on the menu. Formica kitchen tables topped with ... READ MORE
This small -- seating for 36 -- but cute Ravenswood storefront features exposed brick with bright, perky hues and cutesy faux egg accents. Chef-owner Jon Cignar... READ MORE
Ask various Lake Zurich residents about their fave local dining establishments, and invariably the name Chicago's Beef 'N' Dogs comes up. Owner Ron Lee grew up ... READ MORE
Located along booming Division Street in Wicker Park, this friendly breakfast and lunch spot is a refreshingly non-corporate (read: not Starbucks) operation. Th... READ MORE
Vegetarians and vegans have plenty of options at this "whole food" grill, from jerk tofu bowls and green tomato pizzas to grilled salmon salad and veggie-friend... READ MORE