- 864 N. State St., Gold Coast
Nostalgia buffs will get a kick out of the "`Roaring Twenties'' look of this place. With its mirrored bar, warm cherrywood decor, ceiling fans and art deco ligh... READ MORE
Nostalgia buffs will get a kick out of the "`Roaring Twenties'' look of this place. With its mirrored bar, warm cherrywood decor, ceiling fans and art deco ligh... READ MORE
This Gold Coast eatery – from the team behind the The Whitehall Hotel and its restaurant Fornetto Mei -- opened in 2010; however, the large stone Buddha that de... READ MORE
You'll be tempted by the tapas at this Streeterville eatery, from the team behind Emilio's (other locations include Lincoln Park and Hillside). Its name means s... READ MORE
Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served around the clock at this Chicago classic. When the Rush and Division bars close on the weekends the line here is suddenly... READ MORE
This casually elegant restaurant has good vibes, particularly on sunny weekday afternoons, when it's less crowded. Enjoy a gin-gin cooler (homemade ginger ale l... READ MORE
In a phrase: tequila and Tex-Mex. That sums up the appeal of this establishment. Cactus plants abound at this bright, turquoise-and-yellow-hued establishment a... READ MORE
Though the layout of this Albany Park eatery is a little like an American diner, the menu is thoroughly Chinese with traditional dishes such as black mushroom b... READ MORE
The understated exterior of this small Chinese restaurant makes the elegant interior a surprise. Great Sea, which opened in 1988, serves dishes both simple and ... READ MORE
Two North Park restaurants--one Italian, one Mexican--are rolled together with Angelo's Pizza and Mi Rancho. The food is very tasty, no matter which part of th... READ MORE
The more casual cousin of Coco Pazzo, this Gold Coast spot specializies in rustic Tuscan and Northern Italian cuisine. Expect rustic seasonal preparations, incl... READ MORE
Puck's offers a welcome oasis for weary museum-goers. Chef and restaurateur Wolfgang Puck is behind this latest endeavor which replaces the M Café. The décor co... READ MORE
This Streeterville outpost of the local mini-chain offers something for everyone with a menu of sushi and maki, plus ample cooked selections like noodles and te... READ MORE
In a market dominated by paper to-go cups, Espression by Lavazza aims to bring a little Italian sophistication to American coffee drinkers. You can still get yo... READ MORE
Named for the Polynesian island of Rapa Nui (more commonly known as Easter Island) this casual Irving Park BYOB serves authentic Chilean food with an emphasis o... READ MORE
Peruvian fare is the focus at this cheery neighborhood BYOB in Irving Park decorated with tapestries and Peru-inspired art. Don't miss the pollo a la brasa, tra... READ MORE
Once located on the corner of Lawrence and Kedzie Avenues, this 24-hour joint moved a few storefronts west into this smaller and dingier space in early 2009. Br... READ MORE
As the name suggests, this 24-hour Middle Eastern spot is heavy on grilled fare, specializing in various meats char-broiled or prepared rotisserie style. Try th... READ MORE
This family-friendly Mexican seafood spot in Albany Park is unassuming on the outside, but the door opens to a bright dining room with a large saltwater fish ta... READ MORE
Harried yet health-conscious shoppers can hit this sit-down spot inside Bloomingdale’s on the Mag Mile for light and wholesome fare and a chance to recharge. Re... READ MORE
This popular Oak Park Mexican restaurant opened its second location in the former Cantina 46 space. Chef Paco Lopez makes 18 moles on a rotating basis, six per ... READ MORE