- 412 S. Michigan Ave., The Loop
The twentysomething waitress serving the outdoor cafe at the Artists' Restaurant (or Artists' Cafe, as it is popularly known) wears an outfit suitable for a wo... READ MORE
The twentysomething waitress serving the outdoor cafe at the Artists' Restaurant (or Artists' Cafe, as it is popularly known) wears an outfit suitable for a wo... READ MORE
Founder Ike Sewell, now deceased, introduced Chicago to deep-dish pizza when he opened Pizzeria Uno in 1943, and it has become the city's signature dish. Pizzer... READ MORE
Christine Spatara, with husband Anthony and children Anthony Jr. and Licia, has run L'Appetito, an Italian-influenced delicatessen, since 1980. (A second and la... READ MORE
This Edgewater restaurant offers truly authentic cuisine in a formal and traditional setting. If your back--and sense of adventure--are strong, Thai Spice has ... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park walk-up window serves Italian ice, sundaes and smoothies. There's ample sidewalk seating and Annettes' is dog friendly (there's even soy-based... READ MORE
Art Smith, Oprah's personal chef, cookbook author and TV personality, is the force behind this Gold Coast spot. The restaurant offers a menu of refined Southern... READ MORE
A casual neighborhood pub specializing in traditional American bar cuisine; burgers, salads and homestyle specials such as barbecued ribs and chicken. Desserts ... READ MORE
Toasted sandwiches and thick, hand-dipped milkshakes and malts have made this chain of sandwich shops a favorite among hungry Chicagoans. Stop in for lunch or ... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this spot had already perfected the "fast casual" dining concept. For more than 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale co... READ MORE
Before there was a term for it, this spot had already perfected the "fast casual" dining concept. For more than 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale co... READ MORE
This friendly, affordable Lincoln Park BYOB specializes in Middle Eastern food—falafel, hummus, tabbouleh salad and the like, as well as yummy lentil soup, made... READ MORE
This Old Town neighborhood spot was formerly a Greek eatery but has reopened to feature Italian and American bar food favorites such as a one-pound meatball wit... READ MORE
Though the name of this Loop restaurant is pretty unimaginative, there's no way you'll have trouble remembering the location: It's at the intersection of State ... READ MORE
With stark white furnishings and a sleek, slightly space-age feel, this River North sushi spot throws off an upscale, modern vibe while remaining casual and aff... READ MORE
This all-natural burger joint, a spinoff of Epic Burger in the South Loop, is located smack in the middle of Lincoln Park's most overblown retail zone (fortunat... READ MORE
This neighborhood coffee shop comes to you from former Pause Cafe baristas Ally Brisbin and Jeff Fox. When Pause decided to shut its doors in late 2009, Brisbin... READ MORE
Offering more than a dozen cold and hot subs, Jersey Mike's sandwiches are made fresh to order and served on fresh-baked white or wheat bread with meats and che... READ MORE
This pizzeria in the former Clybar address in Lincoln Park's Clybourn corrido is a step up from a tavern but more casual than a wine bar. Thin-crust 14-inch piz... READ MORE
Update: This restaurant has temporarily closed and prior plans to reopen with a new menu courtesy of chef Phillip Rodriguez have been delayed. This Lincoln Park ... READ MORE
This Loop restaurant and wine bar is housed in the Mercantile Exchange and serves as a prime after-work spot for drinks and nibbles. With about 30 small-batch w... READ MORE