- 706 Main St., Evanston
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
Trattoria D.O.C. specializes in thin-crust, wood-fired gourmet pizza; it offers more than 30 varieties of pizza, which are very similar to the pies you'll fin... READ MORE
Paving the way for modern sports bars in the South Loop, this tavern and restaurant goes beyond your average beer-and-shot spot. "I got tired of waiting for som... READ MORE
This South Loop burger eatery serves turkey, veggie and chicken burgers on brioche or pretzel buns. Choose from creations such as the Jersey Shore burger with p... READ MORE
This south-of-the-Loop commercial fishing operation-turned-casual restaurant specializes in jumbo french-fried shrimp, fish "chips," frog legs and whole catfish... READ MORE
Legendary Green Bay restaurant Kroll's West, located across the street from Lambeau Field, is behind this Chicago location. The family-owned eatery has been ser... READ MORE
The name of this fry-tastic eatery is the product of a 1982 contest in which local grade-school students submitted their best ideas. Clever name aside, the plac... READ MORE
The folks behind Bucktown's Coast are also behind this South Loop sibling. Neighborhood families, couples on dates and other diners often come to the eatery's l... READ MORE
Contemporary seafood and steak-focused restaurant located in the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. Dinner menu selections: mixed seafood cocktail; crab cakes; roas... READ MORE
Located in Wolfgang Puck's former digs, the Roman-inspired spot offers lunch options like pitas, sandwiches and salads. Stop in during the evening for seasonal ... READ MORE
A former police officer of 25 years, owner Donna Adams found it nearly impossible to find good eats along her North Side beat, but when plans fell through to op... READ MORE
This South Loop coffeehouse operates as a social enterprise--meaning its profits are earmarked for nonprofit work--so expect to see a focus on theater, music an... READ MORE
Serving up single, double and triple burgers, this Evanston beef joint has become known for its shakes, its burgers and its wide assortment of fries, ranging fr... READ MORE
Chef Victor Hernandez's spot offers a list of more than 25 wines by the glass plus flights showcasing bottles from around the world. READ MORE
This South Loop sibling to the Whitehall Hotel's Fornetto Mei has the same menu mix of Asian and Italian, but they've added American fare to the lineup. Fornett... READ MORE
Seafood with a bit of Cajun flair, Davis Street Fishmarket flies in fresh fish daily. The restaurant ditched its former Key West theme for a classier vibe, with... READ MORE
Just a few blocks away from Northwestern's Ryan Field, Mustard's Last Stand serves up ballpark-style hot dogs without the concessions stand prices. The tiny cou... READ MORE
This tranquil, low-lit restaurant menu include fish -- red snapper, squid, catfish, salmon and shrimp -- as well as roast duck, chicken, pork, tofu and beef dis... READ MORE
The menu at this South Loop Mexican spot includes low-key offerings like hand-made tamales and tacos, plus more upscale fare like grilled twin lobster tails in ... READ MORE
The aesthetic of this South Loop cafe brings the outside in through natural wood stools and tables, which set the stage for upscale cafe food in a simple, Europ... READ MORE
Make a lunch stop at this vegetarian-friendly Evanston BYOB, which serves paninis, gyros, salads, soups and sandwiches. READ MORE