- 114 W. Main St., Barrington
In the age of mega chains, this quick-serve family-owned sandwich shop bubbles with personality. Opened in 1981, it offers hearty two-fisted sandwiches rubens, ... READ MORE
In the age of mega chains, this quick-serve family-owned sandwich shop bubbles with personality. Opened in 1981, it offers hearty two-fisted sandwiches rubens, ... READ MORE
A diner-style family restaurant, Cafe Fourteen serves breakfast all day long; omelets and oatmeal are big hits at any hour. The restaurant also serves lunch and... READ MORE
This deli specializes in catering but also serves sandwiches, soups and coffee to the local business crowd for lunch. READ MORE
Though threatened by redevelopment, this breakfast-and-lunch mainstay is still serving up healthy portions of crepes, pancakes and omelets. Regulars praise the ... READ MORE
This coffeehouse is off the Starbucks-beaten path. Its aromas of fresh-brewed coffee and baked goods draw die-hard Gold Coast regulars, students, tourists and o... 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
Who says you have to venture to New York City to find authentic, Jewish-style deli sandwiches? Remember, Chicago may be the "second city," but this Lakeview de... READ MORE
This cozy Middle Eastern restaurant draws a crowd with authentic eats. From dumplings and kebabs to hummus and vegetarian dishes, you'll find plenty of variety.... READ MORE
Traditional Lebanese and Mediterranean eats such as falafel and chicken shawarma are popular at this family-owned and -operated West Loop spot, which also has a... READ MORE
Named for the Polynesian island of Rapa Nui (more commonly known as Easter Island) this casual Irving Park BYOB serves authentic Chilean food with an emphasis o... READ MORE
This outpost of caterer-restaurateur Debbie Sharpe’s local mini-chain of upscale grocers serves as headquarters for the growing Goddess and Grocer empire, tur... READ MORE
This cafe adjacent to JB Bistro & Patisserie serves pastries from acclaimed pastry chef Laurent Branlard as well as Starbucks coffee. Grab a quick bite to go or... READ MORE
Colombian-style roasted chicken, or pollo a la brasa, is the specialty of the house at this affordable and appropriately named Albany Park BYOB. Pollo volador m... READ MORE
This Uptown West African restaurant, a 100-seater from the folks behind Bolat African Cuisine, is a good bit speedier than its kin. Instead of table service, Iy... READ MORE
Matt Matros, the owner of this grab-and-go smoothie shop located just a stone's throw from the Sears Tower, has a lot invested in smoothies. He lost 60 pounds o... READ MORE
This small Uptown Thai BYOB serves standards such as pad Thai, tom yum and panang curry, as well as sides of sticky rice, a Northern Thai specialty. You'll also... READ MORE