- 814 North Blvd., Oak Park
After a June 2007 fire, Cucina Paradiso has reopened with a polished new look. Brothers and co-owners Anthony and Nick Gambino rebuilt their Italian restaurant ... READ MORE
After a June 2007 fire, Cucina Paradiso has reopened with a polished new look. Brothers and co-owners Anthony and Nick Gambino rebuilt their Italian restaurant ... READ MORE
Located in the heart of Oak Park's art district, this rustic Italian trattoria fits right in. Dark wooden tables, exposed brick walls and a poured concrete bar ... READ MORE
The casual brother to upscale Philander's, Poor Phil's has an Irish feel, from its decor to its drinks, which include snake bites and black-and-tans. Burgers, s... READ MORE
This unpretentious cafe caters to the Oak Park and Austin arts community. The olive-green and purple walls are vibrantly decorated with local artists' paintings... READ MORE
At this two-floor Greek restaurant. traditional entrees reignn, from moussaka and gyros and lamb dishes. READ MORE
Petersen's has the scoop on ice cream in Oak Park. The historic eatery opened in 1919 and is still serving custom-made ice cream and traditional American favori... READ MORE
Pick and choose from more than 70 fresh ingredients and create your own stir-fry at this Oak Park location. Flat Top offers seasonal game, seafood, meat, fruit ... READ MORE
Located inside the historic Wright Inn, this spot offers French-influenced American cuisine. The atmosphere is 1930s-inspired and includes an elegant cherry bar... READ MORE
Formerly located across Madison Street, the current location of Al's Grill serves up the same breakfast favorites: skillets, omelets and waffles. 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 bakery is a popular stop for city commuters on the way to the Metra station. Offerings include espresso and various pastries, plus more substantial options... READ MORE
This Italian eatery is known for its coupon specials and its stuffed pizza, named one of the area's best by Chicago Tribune restaurant critic Phil Vettel. The c... READ MORE
The Dravilas family's sunny diner has been serving up Greek dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner for decades. Expect friendly service and a 1960s soundtrack. READ MORE
Stop in this java spot for coffee, tea, bagels and muffins in the morning; come back in the afternoon for sweets such as chocolate-covered graham crackers. READ MORE
Chef-owner Giovanni DeNigris focuses on his hometown of Puglia, Italy, at this regional Italian spot in the heart of Lincoln Square. The menu includes choices s... READ MORE
This under-the-radar Lincoln Square cafe serves Illy coffee in all of its truly Italian incarnations, from caffe macchiato (a shot of espresso in steamed milk) ... READ MORE
Tired of frozen supermarket pizzas? Homemade Pizza Co.'s fresh custom-built pizzas can be taken away and cooked at home in 10-15 minutes. Create the gourmet piz... READ MORE
This Lincoln Square location of the Dallas-based gelato chain (Chicago's first store opened in Boystown in 2009) features the same creative concoctions you'll f... READ MORE
After years of selling her vegan cookies -- which contain no trans fats or hydrogenated oils -- in local Whole Foods stores, owner Hilary Black set up shop in L... READ MORE