- 1136 W. Armitage Ave., Lincoln Park
Tom and Wendee Manderscheid decided to leave the day-job grind of advertising in 1991 and open their own business. After considering several options, they decid... READ MORE
Tom and Wendee Manderscheid decided to leave the day-job grind of advertising in 1991 and open their own business. After considering several options, they decid... READ MORE
Although the fast-food Mexican diner La Bamba is new to the Chicago area, it already has instant name recognition in certain circles. It's part of a nationwide ... READ MORE
This BYOB spot offers a taste of Thailand with authentic dishes like green coconut curry or variations of the classic pad Thai. READ MORE
This tiny Mediterranean spot serves up classics like falafel, hummus and kebob sandwiches. When the tables are full, carry out your goods to eat at home. READ MORE
Petersen's has the scoop on ice cream in Oak Park. The historic eatery opened in 1919 and is still serving custom-made ice cream and traditional American favori... READ MORE
This chain cafe offers breakfast, lunch and dinner options, including egg frittata omelets, 10-inch pizzas, sandwiches and its signature do-it-yourself s'mores.... 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
This slightly upscale pizzeria focuses on top-quality ingredients, with a few fancy toppings--artichoke hearts, broccoli, sundried tomatoes, etc.--thrown in for... READ MORE
This casual family-owned eatery recently sits just north of the busy intersection Ashland and Fullerton Avenues. Featuring exposed brick walls, soothing hues of... READ MORE
Mex Fresh Cafe is a fast-food Mexican concept with a carryout focus. The menu feature burritos, tacos, quesadillas, tamales and gorditas. READ MORE
This friendly, affordable Lincoln Park BYOB specializes in Middle Eastern food—falafel, hummus, tabbouleh salad and the like, as well as yummy lentil soup, made... READ MORE
A carry-out only spot, Jamaican Grill gives a taste of the tropics with dishes jerk chicken, oxtail, curried goat, rib tips and catfish. The dinners are a parti... READ MORE
Can't decide between Chinese or sushi? At this cute BYOB close to Children's Memorial Hospital in Lincoln Park, you don't have to. Take a seat in the calm dinin... READ MORE
This cute red and white hot dog stand is just steps away from DePaul University's Lincoln Park campus, and prices are appropriately student-friendly. Owner Rust... READ MORE
This Andersonville bistro, which has a strong emphasis on Dutch flavors and a farm-to-table focus, also aims for an atmosphere with gezellig--a concept close to... READ MORE
Opened by Gemini Bistro owners Jason Paskewitz and Ryan O'Donnell, this Lincoln Park eatery cooks up flavorful American fare such as duck confit ravioli and oys... READ MORE
This Lincoln Park breakfast and lunch spot has a solid line-up of American favorites from the owners behind long-running Franconello’s in Beverly and Bridgeport... READ MORE
Tuck into Bubbe's classic matzo ball soup and schmaltzy pastrami sandwiches at the second location of this popular Jewish diner, slated to open in April. READ MORE
Vegetarians and meat-eaters alike can agree on this Indian restaurant, where the vegetable-filled dishes and meat-filled dishes run a close match. Heartier appe... 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