- 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
Open since 1946, this Bridgeport spot is the flagship location of the Ricobene's chain, known for massive breaded steak sandwiches smothered in cheese, peppers ... 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
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
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
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
One of the best date destinations in Evanston, Trattoria Demi's low-lit dining room is dominated by candle-lit tables for two. Singles can take comfort in the i... READ MORE
A sophisticated American bistro with Italian and Cajun accents, Marion Street Grille is the creation of owner Terry Thulis, formerly of Merlot Joe's. Raful Lara... READ MORE
The Battaglia family serves southern Italian fare with pride at this casual but elegant, family-friendly ristorante. They offer a little bit of everything: fish... READ MORE
Italian ice and Italian beef are what have brought people into Ferro's for over 25 years. This family-owned and operated Bridgeport staple draws patrons from al... READ MORE
This family-owned Bridgeport spot has served classic Chicago fast food favorites since 1990 to a regular crew of local families, lunch-breaking workers and kids... READ MORE
Homemade Italian dishes in generous portions at affordable prices draw locals to Dave's Italian Kitchen. An Evanston dining tradition since 1972, Dave's boasts ... READ MORE
Noodles & Company features 10 noodle dishes that run the gamut from Japanese and Thai to Italian or good ol' American mac 'n' cheese. You order, pay, get your d... READ MORE
This Italian eatery is known for its coupon specials and its stuffed pizza, named one of the area's best by Chicago Tribune restaurant critic Phil Vettel. The c... READ MORE
A landmark in Oak Park, this family-owned restaurant offers a variety of made-from-scratch pastas, deli sandwiches, salads and desserts. Do try for a seat in th... READ MORE
This family-owned fast-casual Italian spot located just north of U.S. Cellular Field serves up pizza, pasta, burgers and sandwiches at affordable prices. Order ... READ MORE
You're the boss at this family-friendly Italian BYOB in Bridgeport: Pick your pasta and then choose a sauce to create an affordable dinner for about $5; add gri... READ MORE
This family-owned and operated restaurant is the sister establishment to Angelo's Ristorante and Banquets in Elmhurst. Choose from one of many items on the larg... READ MORE
The newly-opened restaurant lives up to its name - which means "the alley" in Italian - by boasting a large outdoor patio situated between two buildings that se... READ MORE
Looking for a way to kill time before catching a movie in downtown Oak Park? Grab an outdoor, street-side table at Mancini's for a glass of wine and a classic I... READ MORE