- 1231 W. Fullerton Ave., Lincoln Park
This busy Lincoln Park sandwich shop caters to collegians with a concise lineup of well-priced sandwiches, most named for U.S. states, regions or towns (The Big... READ MORE
This busy Lincoln Park sandwich shop caters to collegians with a concise lineup of well-priced sandwiches, most named for U.S. states, regions or towns (The Big... READ MORE
Clark St. Dog, Lakeview's answer to late-night fast food cravings, has been serving the bar-hopping crowd since 1977. Open until 3 a.m. (4 a.m. on weekends) the... READ MORE
This city outpost of popular and long-running Evanston diner Sarkis Cafe serves up omelets, sandwiches, burgers and short-order sides such as hash browns. Since... READ MORE
This Wrigleyville hot dog stand with additional location in Ravenswood serves Chicago-style dogs piled high with condiments. Sizable Polish sausages, hamburgers... READ MORE
Whether you're just waking up or you're itching for an omelet at 6 p.m., you'll find what you want at this longstanding Evanston breakfast-focused spot. Since t... READ MORE
Delicious homemade Italian food in a fast-casual setting: sandwiches on Fausto's famous crusty bread that's fired in a brick oven as well as dinners to-go or e... READ MORE
There’s a reason the lines stretch around the block: The sandwiches are darn good! If the selection of a dozen or so subs -- from traditional Italian to tuna --... READ MORE
Potbelly sandwiches are made to order and served on fresh Italian rolls, crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Lettuce, tomato, onion, oil, pickles an... READ MORE
Julius Meinl (pronounced MY'nl), features standard coffees plus specialty brews, including decadent�Vienna ice cream coffee (vanilla ice cream with espresso and... READ MORE
The staff at this gelateria not only make their own gelato, but they also decorate it by hand every morning to entice customers. Varieties change daily, but opt... READ MORE
A casual Italian sandwich and pizza shop, Rollin' To Go is almost constantly filled with Northwestern students while school is in session. While you're waiting ... READ MORE
Noble Tree punctuates the array of businesses on Clark St. with its quiet elegance offering an alternative to the oversaturated bar scene. This tri-level abode ... READ MORE
At this West Town BYOB, sisters Betty Romo and Veronica Gomez and business partner Ezequiel Bahena meld their passion for the culture of Barcelona with their Me... READ MORE
This all-natural burger joint, a spinoff of Epic Burger in the South Loop, is located smack in the middle of Lincoln Park's most overblown retail zone (fortunat... READ MORE
The husband-and-wife team that oversees this earthy coffee house is focused on sharing a taste of Africa with Lakeview. They bring a discerning eye for coffee, ... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park spot from State Farm (yes, the insurance company) with a cafe produced in partnership with Kickstand and Dollop Coffee Co., was designed to be... READ MORE
This Lakeview coffeeshop serves 15 sandwiches, a half-dozen salads and a full line of espresso and other Intelligentsia coffee drinks, ranging from drip coffee ... READ MORE
Two-foot-high statues of roosters dressed as chefs decorate this Lakeview counter-service eatery, which specializes in natural, hormone-free roasted chickens so... READ MORE
This Boystown sandwich shop (from the owners behind Nhu Lan Bakery) specializes in the same Vietnamese bahn mi sandwiches that have made its Lincoln Square coun... READ MORE
Bagels come in sweet and savory varieties like oregano parmesan, oat bran bialy and pumpernickel. Organic house-made cream cheese spreads are also available. READ MORE