- 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
Pick and choose from more than 70 fresh ingredients and create your own stir-fry at this Evanston location. Flat Top offers seasonal seafood, meat, fruit and ve... READ MORE
This funky coffeehouse is a favorite of Northwestern students. Expect the usual boho vibe, complete with books, Trivial Pursuit and comfy furniture. READ MORE
This Evanston restaurant and bakery has long been a destination for die-hard vegans and vegetarians. Uninitiates can sample the joys of high-protein meals made ... READ MORE
If there's one word that describes this popular Evanston restaurant, it would have to be "eclectic." Owners Eric Singer and Ken Pospiech have filled the restau... READ MORE
The boisterous strains of Dixieland and zydeco music can be heard from the sidewalk, heralding the southern, roadside atmosphere of Dixie Kitchen. The interior ... 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
At this two-floor Greek restaurant. traditional entrees reignn, from moussaka and gyros and lamb dishes. 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
Once an actual fire station, Fire House Grill now keeps the theme with vintage uniforms and pictures and photographs of firefighters at work. The bar brings in ... READ MORE
This chain cafe offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options, including egg frittata omelets, 10-inch pizzas, sandwiches and its signature do-it-yourself s'mores.... READ MORE
Head to Evanston for classic cocktails and "all-American" dishes including Colorado brook trout, chipotle-glazed pork chops and cedar-planked salmon. For a ligh... 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 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
Looking for a quick sushi fix? Try this new Evanston spot, where you order at the counter and either carry out or eat in on a Japanese wooden tray. The most unu... READ MORE
The menu at Life Vegan proves that even if you're cutting meat out of your diet, you can still get the tastes you crave. You'll find vegan takes on appetizers t... READ MORE
The menu at this Oak Park spot, a sibling to the Bronzeville location of the same name, will spot offer multiple spins on the waffle-poultry combo when it opens... READ MORE
Remember when you took that trip to Europe and had the most delicious baked good imaginable? Now you can have those right in Oak Park. The French-style bakery c... READ MORE
Those in need of a cake fix - whether it's for a special occasion or just an afternoon slice - beware: once you head inside, you'll be hooked. The bakery offers... READ MORE