- 640 N. Wells St., River North
Orchestrated '50s mayhem recalls the diner in the old television series "Happy Days." Ed's is jam-packed with action: period decor and memorabilia, deejays spin... READ MORE
Orchestrated '50s mayhem recalls the diner in the old television series "Happy Days." Ed's is jam-packed with action: period decor and memorabilia, deejays spin... READ MORE
This Schaumburg karaoke bar is trimmed in island kitsch. A menu of deep-fried delights, burgers, sandwiches and Barnaby's pizza will prop you up while you wait ... READ MORE
In the morning, try apple-cinnamon, blueberry-vanilla and other flavored breakfast cupcakes-- if you're not in the mood for a sugar overload before noon, they'l... READ MORE
Take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and plentiful seating in this family-owned Naperville java joint, which serves pressed sandwiches and wraps along with coffee- ... READ MORE
Snack on omelets, pancakes and other breakfast fare and then get your boots buffed at this River North eatery. In addition to its shoe shine station, this cafe ... READ MORE
Co-owner Freud Naajar has a success on his hands. All patrons enjoy their deep-dish pizza surrounded by forest green walls sprinkled with framed pictures of Chi... 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
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
Proffering an enormous variety of fresh baked breads and sweets, homemade soups, salads and sandwiches, this cafeteria-style eatery offers an dignified, upscale... 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
This friendly hole-in-the wall River North spot is a quick, convenient stop for greasy-spoon breakfast fare and diner-style lunch favorites such as burgers, san... READ MORE
This innovative River North steakhouse, brought to you by a couple of guys with experience running the show at Rosebud Prime, focuses on all things local and la... READ MORE
Popular Greektown breakfast and lunch spot Meli Cafe has expanded to River North with a menu of super-fresh twists on typical diner fare. Instead of a classic D... READ MORE
This River North shop from the owner of Gilt Bar will sell just one thing: rich, artisan doughnuts. Options include old-fashioned buttermilk doughnuts, gingerbr... READ MORE
This River North location of the quick-service organic eatery serves the same baked goods and sandwiches as its other Loop locations. Instead of bagels, patrons... READ MORE
Located inside the Marriott Naperville, Artisan Table presents a menu of classic American dishes made with locally-grown produce and ingredients. The organic me... READ MORE
The 600-square-foot shop Jonathan Fox (La Madia) uses a modern iteration of his Grandpa Hobbs' family recipe and offers 12 or fewer flavors, including chocolate... READ MORE
Pretzel-shaped doughnuts, cookies, pies and cupcakes are baked daily at this bakery and are perfect as companions for the morning commute. READ MORE
The cupcake bakery that opened its first location in New York's Upper West Side in 2003 has opened an Oak Park location. The bakery's marquee offering, gourmet ... READ MORE
There's nothing quite like a warm, doughy bagel slathered with melting cream cheese on a cold morning. That's where Bruegger's comes in. The Oak Park outpost of... READ MORE