Before there was a term for it, Caffe Baci had already perfected the "Fast Casual" concept of dining. For over 12 years, Caffe Baci has been serving upscale cof... READ MORE
This deli specializes in catering but also serves sandwiches, soups and coffee to the local business crowd for lunch. READ MORE
Ada's attracts guests from the Crowne Plaza Hotel, theater-and concert-goers and people who work in the Loop. The long refrigerator will tempt you with antipast... READ MORE
This busy, fast food sibling of Catch 35 features breakfast and lunch for downtown workers on the run. Breakfast includes cold cereals, pastries and limited hot... READ MORE
Toasted sandwiches and thick, hand-dipped milkshakes and malts have made this chain of sandwich shops a favorite among hungry Chicagoans. Stop in for lunch or ... READ MORE
This unique chocolate shop recently moved from its tucked tucked-away location near Naperville North High School to bustling downtown N-ville. Browse shelves pa... READ MORE
Wow specializes in bao, steamed Chinese buns filled with teriyaki chicken, spicy Mongolian beef, barbecued pork and other savory fillings. This address is roomi... READ MORE
Colorful proprietor Larry Epstein is the face of this Loop spot, which specializes in New York-style deli sandwiches piled high with fillings such as corned bee... READ MORE
This popular Naperville coffeehouse has been revived in a new location on Plainfield/Naperville Road. An upscale-yet-relaxed atmosphere features a coffee-inspir... READ MORE
This casual River North BYOB plays it safe with basic Thai standards. Expect a lineup of familar classics such as tom yum, lard na, pad woon sen and several cur... READ MORE
This casual Loop quick-serve, part of a local mini-chain, offers familiar Mediterranean dishes. Pita sandwich options include fire-roasted chicken or steak, fal... READ MORE
Another Loop outpost of this grab-and-go breakfast and lunch spot (the original is a few blocks away) aims to move harried professionals in and out within minut... READ MORE
The River North location of this local bagel chain, which also has outposts in Lincoln Park and the Loop, serves several bagel flavors--egg, pumpernickel, poppy... READ MORE
This self-serve River North fro yo shop, located in space formerly occupied by a Cold Stone Creamery, offers a rotating selection of 25 flavors. Alpine vanilla,... READ MORE
Phil Tadros' popular Lakeview coffee roastery expanded into a small, no-frills shop near Merchandise Mart, with 20 seats and a full espresso bar with pour over ... READ MORE
This Loop candy store serves up playful nostalgic treats like artisan caramels, nougats, and bite-sized delights such as chocolate-caramel-nougat whoopie pies (... READ MORE
Grab a midday pick-me-up while the kids run around the play space, which can also accommodate birthday parties. The little ones have their own play area while o... READ MORE
The second outpost of this popular Loop lunch spot is known for its Cubano sandwiches, stuffed with roast pork, pickles and Swiss cheese in crisp, chewy bread. ... READ MORE
This popular bakery opened its second location in the hip Near North Acme Hotel, which offers a spacious view of the kitchen and cake station for diners while t... READ MORE
