- 702 N. River Rd., Mt. Prospect
Loud, smoky combination roadhouse, sports bar and rock music club with a full menu. The two-story, kitsch-filled space, with decorative touches like a small gla... READ MORE
Loud, smoky combination roadhouse, sports bar and rock music club with a full menu. The two-story, kitsch-filled space, with decorative touches like a small gla... READ MORE
The food and coffee are always fresh because the kitchen never stops. About a dozen booths and as many stools at the counter fill with hungry breakfast-food lov... READ MORE
Though threatened by redevelopment, this breakfast-and-lunch mainstay is still serving up healthy portions of crepes, pancakes and omelets. Regulars praise the ... READ MORE
Why go to Taco Bell when you can visit this eatery for chimichangas, nachos, quesadillas, gorditas, tacos and all the rest, plus caldo 7 mares (seven seas soup)... READ MORE
Small taqueria inside a Mexican grocery store offers tacos and other antojitos to quell that pre-shopping hunger. READ MORE
Deli lovers flock to this laid-back and kid-friendly establishment, which offers the largest salad bar in Oak Park. Visitors chow down on daily specials and hom... READ MORE
This non-nonsense spot is known for its corned beef. Regulars return for the straight-forward breakfast specials, like two eggs, toast and sausage. 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
Formerly located across Madison Street, the current location of Al's Grill serves up the same breakfast favorites: skillets, omelets and waffles. READ MORE
This bakery is a popular stop for city commuters on the way to the Metra station. Offerings include espresso and various pastries, plus more substantial options... READ MORE
The traditional Greek dinner serves up breakfast (and lunch!) favorites with a twist - instead of pancakes or toast, guests can get a generous side of French To... READ MORE
Stop in this java spot for coffee, tea, bagels and muffins in the morning; come back in the afternoon for sweets such as chocolate-covered graham crackers. READ MORE
Egg dishes, pancakes and breakfast fare feature at this daytime-only spot outside Randhurst mall, a hang out for retirees. The orange juice is freshly squeezed ... READ MORE
Though it got its start as an oven-baked sub shop, this Ukrainian Village breakfast and lunch spot now has a versatile menu beyond sandwiches, including breakfa... READ MORE
If it all feels familiar, it's not because that's your grandma's couch you're sitting on (though we wouldn't blame you for mistaking it for something out of her... READ MORE
This Wicker Park bagel shop hawks bagels sourced from local fave New York Bagel & Bialy, as well as more than a dozen varieties of cream cheeses and spreads. St... READ MORE
With a quirky clubhouse feel and iconic childhood toys from the late-twentysomething owners donning the walls, this relaxed '80s-themed spot has more than enoug... READ MORE
Brewed-to-order coffee and tea is the main event at this Division Street coffeehouse. Underneath a canopy of street lights, you'll find baristas toiling away in... READ MORE