- 481 Peterson Rd., Libertyville
Although it's pretty far north of the border, Austin's offers something for everyone. It's a place to enjoy Chicago-style food and entertainment at suburban pri... READ MORE
Although it's pretty far north of the border, Austin's offers something for everyone. It's a place to enjoy Chicago-style food and entertainment at suburban pri... READ MORE
This elegant Arlington Heights restaurant is the perfect place to take a special date. Cozy booths sit on three different levels in the main dining room, provid... READ MORE
Chef Rodelio Aglibot (of Sunda fame) joins former co-workers Aeron Lancero and Paul Lee to bring seasonal Asian, Italian and American flavors to the suburbs. Ch... READ MORE
The 170-seat Harvest Room plants a flag for local-ingredients, nonindustrial-meats food in the southwest suburbs, an area less saturated with Michael Pollan buz... READ MORE
Stop in between bets for American fare from burgers to salads to steaks. READ MORE
A down to earth, old-fashioned neighborhood eatery, Brandt's Little Cafe has no menu, just chalkboards on the wall and servers who will tell the customers what'... READ MORE
A casual family restaurant, Buffalo Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor is one of the biggest hangouts for the Buffalo Grove community. The daily specials are alway... READ MORE
Get your sporting events with a heaping side of good food at this neighborhood hang. If there's a game on, you can see it here. And if you like wings, you've co... READ MORE
Dinners at Tony's Cafe include soup, salad, potato and dessert on Friday nights, while lots of people go for the all-you-can-eat cod dinner. The restaurant serv... 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
A casual lunch spot by day, Fresh Starts unfolds the white tablecloths at night for eclectic American dining. It attracts solo diners during the lunch hour. The... READ MORE
This chain operation specializes in burgers with multiple versions on the menu including chicken, veggie turkey and fish. Dress up a regular burger with topping... READ MORE
A casual eatery with a classy dinner menu, Berruti's Deli brings in the business crowd for lunch with sandwiches packed with everything from Italian sausage to ... READ MORE
Part of the massive eSkape sports and entertainment complex, the crowd at Grillworks varies according to the venue's daily activities, with families and school-... READ MORE
Reflective of its two Chicago offshoots with the same moniker, Mullen's Bar and Grill caters to the laid-back set. However, with over 9,000 square feet, this Mu... READ MORE
The menu at Mrs. V's includes grilled cheese, spaghetti, chicken fingers served in a diner-style setting. READ MORE
Stop by this riverside hole-in-the-wall bar and grill for daily drink specials and takeout-friendly dishes like grilled sandwiches, fries and salads. READ MORE
One of three Chicago-area locations, this sustainably-minded restaurant spotlights locally sourced ingredients with global flavors in dishes like Illinois grass... READ MORE
Dinner for two is served at this prime date night spot in Schaumburg. Start with appetizers such as grilled chicken egg rolls or baked spinach-artichoke dip, mo... READ MORE
Seasonal menus, craft beer and unique cocktails are the essence of this downtown Oak Park dining spot. The "farm-to-table" inspired menu features small plates (... READ MORE