- 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
Barnaby's has been a Des Plaines staple, tossing homemade pizza dough and cooking sauce since 1969. The high quality cheese, (Scala) sausage and other first-rat... READ MORE
Everything is homemade at Little Villa, including lasagna, pizza and other Italian specialties such as veal marsala and eggplant and chicken parmesan. READ MORE
Charles D. Robinson opened up this casual eatery in the early 1980s. Based out of Oak Park, barbecue lovers crowd here to feast on the award winning ribs and sa... READ MORE
A Chicago favorite since 1950, this locally owned-and-operated chain (yes, there really was a Leona) serves gargantuan portions of Italian favorites like raviol... READ MORE
A Chicago favorite since 1950, this locally owned-and-operated chain (yes, there really was a Leona) serves gargantuan portions of Italian favorites such as rav... 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
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
Indulge in organic, farm-fresh food and and a warm, friendly environment at this mid-priced bar and grill, which features "munchies" as well as main bar food. C... READ MORE
Traditional burger fans can indulge in one of the restaurant's classic choose-your-own -toppings burgers, with beef, turkey and chicken as patty options. Those ... READ MORE
Way back before we had the dizzying array of options like wood-fired, organic and gourmet pies, there were the hefty stuffed pizzas at Giordano's (which opened ... READ MORE
After a June 2007 fire, Cucina Paradiso has reopened with a polished new look. Brothers and co-owners Anthony and Nick Gambino rebuilt their Italian restaurant ... READ MORE
A classic retro diner (the menu and walls are packed with cheesy '50s-style pictures) Clarke's specializes in breakfast all day and night, with heaping piles of... READ MORE
At this tiny, romantic cafe, the staff works hard to please. The intimate dining room is reminiscent of a French country inn, complete with fresh-cut flowers. R... READ MORE
An interesting mix of American, Greek and Italian food is offered at this relaxed Evanston cafe. Despite its proximity to Northwestern's campus the crowd is mos... READ MORE
This Evanston restaurant and bakery has long been a destination for die-hard vegans and vegetarians. Uninitiates can sample the joys of high-protein meals made ... READ MORE
In addition to the obvious (pizza) this casual eatery offers soups and sandwiches in a lively and young atmosphere. Conveniently located in Oak Park's downtown ... READ MORE
Generous burgers, steaks, sandwiches and salads anchor the menu at this stylish, cavernous tavern featuring rooftop dining and drinking. Serves dinner menu till... 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
This no-frills Mexican eatery offers tortas, burritos, tacos and sopes, plus heartier fare like shrimp fajitas, chicken mole and chili relleno. Seafood choices ... READ MORE