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Al Primo Canto (closed)

Edgebrook

5414 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60646

Website

Premiered

1/30/2009

Italian influenced Brazilian cuisine. Roasted chicken is their specialty.

Patty Peixoto
Arist,

Patty recommends it for authentic Brazilian dining in an inviting atmosphere.

Patty recommends:
Al Primo Canto (closed)

Karl Vogel
Real Estate Agent,

Karl loved it the incredible food at an unbeatable value.

Karl recommends:
Lucky Platter

Kayo Williams
Sound Designer,

Kayo says he'll be back for the flavorful food and warm décor

Kayo recommends:
Chant

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Hours

<span class="closed">Al Primo Canto is closed</span>

Cuisine

Italian

Price Range

$$$$$ ($31 & up)

Attire

Takeout

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Danny's Cafe (closed)

Melrose Park

1419 N 15th Ave
Melrose Park, IL 60160

(708) 343-9999

Website

Premiered

1/23/2009

Danny's serves Italian comfort food at this popular neighborhood spot. Their specialties are neckbones and fried meatball sandwiches.

Tina Valentino
Magazine Editor,

...friendly neighborhood service.

Tina recommends:
Danny's Cafe (closed)

Cuyler Brown
Commercial Lender,

Cuyler said the food didn't quite meet his expectations.

Cuyler recommends:
West Town Tavern (closed)

Faiz Razi
Composer,

Faiz thought it was delicious.

Faiz recommends:
Mercat a la Planxa

details

Hours

Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm; Fri 11am-10pm; Sat 9am-10pm; Sun private parties only

Cuisine

Italian

Price Range

$$$ ($16 - $25)

Reservations

Accepted

Attire

Casual

Takeout

Yes

Delivery

Yes

Outdoor Seating

I Monelli Trattoria Pizzeria (CLOSED)

Lincoln Square

5019 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

(773) 561-8499

Website

Premiered

2/10/2012

I Monelli offers rustic Southern Italian cuisine, which includes a thin, crispy-crusted pizza, layered with unique topping combinations. The menu includes many weekly dinner specials and homemade fresh pastas, as well as traditional dishes like veal and classic tiramisu or cannoli for dessert. This family-owned and reasonably priced restaurant provides excellent service and a relaxed atmosphere.

Marcus Wells
Paint Salesman, Chicago

Marcus recommended I Monelli and says they make the best pizza.

Marcus recommends:
I Monelli Trattoria Pizzeria (CLOSED)

Jessica Hardy
Festival Director, Chicago

Jessica enjoyed the food and friendly atmosphere.

Jessica recommends:
Nana

Susan Proffitt
Attorney, Chicago

Susan agreed that the pizza was perfect.

Susan recommends:
The Drawing Room (closed)

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Hours

Mon-Wed: 3 pm 10pm; Thu & Sun: 3 pm 11 pm; Fri & Sat: 12 pm 1 am.

Cuisine

Italian

Price Range

$$$$$ ($31 & up)

Reservations

Reservations are accepted.

Reservations Link

http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/trattoria-pizzeria-i-monelli/

Attire

Casual

Takeout

Yes

Delivery

Yes

Outdoor Seating

Yes

Zealous (closed)

Near North

419 W. Superior
Chicago, IL 60610

(312) 475-9112

Website

Premiered

2/3/2012

Zealous offers Contemporary American cuisine with global influences. The ever-changing seasonal menu includes uniquely paired ingredients such as sesame crusted Chilean sea bass with pan-fried rice noodles and red coconut curry sauce or grilled beef filet, braised short rib with mushroom potato lasagna and truffle reduction. Tasting menus as well as complete multi-course vegetarian, and five-course or seven course menus are also offered. This fine-dining experience takes place in a large converted warehouse that is warm and tranquil. Zealous provides an extensive wine list and delicious desserts to top off your dining experience.

Eric Franklin
General Manager, Chicago

Eric recommended Zealous as an excellent fine dining experience.

Eric recommends:
Zealous (closed)

Mike Pietrus
Clinical Psychologist, Chicago

Mike found it boring for his taste.

Mike recommends:
Burt's Place

Sanja Jagesic
Graduate Student, Chicago

Sanja thought the food was great, but the atmosphere was lacking.

Sanja recommends:
Restaurant Sarajevo (closed)

details

Hours

Tue-Sat: 5 pm 10 pm, open select Sundays and Mondays.

Cuisine

Special Occasion

Price Range

$$$$$ ($31 & up)

Reservations

Reservations are accepted.

Reservations Link

http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/zealous/

Attire

Formal

Takeout

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Restaurant Sarajevo (closed)

Lincoln Square

2701 W. Lawrence
Chicago, IL 60625

(773) 275-5310

Website

Premiered

2/3/2012

Restaurant Sarajevo provides an authentic Bosnian cuisine experience. The menu of homemade specialties has Turkish, Greek, Italian, and Mediterranean influences. The menu of meat dishes are primarily beef and lamb. The hearty dishes are prepared using local fresh ingredients. This family owned restaurant is offers a festive atmosphere with an old-world charm. A BYOB restaurant.

Sanja Jagesic
Graduate Student, Chicago

Sanja recommends Restaurant Sarajevo for the authentic Bosnian dishes and says the food is as good as her mom's!

Sanja recommends:
Restaurant Sarajevo (closed)

Eric Franklin
General Manager, Chicago

Eric liked the authentic food with old-world charm.

Eric recommends:
Zealous (closed)

Mike Pietrus
Clinical Psychologist, Chicago

Mike loved the hearty dishes and thought it was a good bang for his buck!

Mike recommends:
Burt's Place

details

Hours

Mon-Thu & Sun: 10 am 9 pm, Fri-Sat: 10 am 10:30 pm.

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Price Range

$$$ ($16 - $25)

Reservations

Reservations are accepted.

Reservations Link

http://www.restaurantsarajevo.com/Menu.html

Attire

Casual

Takeout

Yes

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

The Drawing Room (closed)

Near North

937 N. Rush
Chicago, IL 60611

(312) 266-2694

Website

Premiered

2/10/2012

The Drawing Room offers a seasonal American menu of dishes in a comfortable, yet lively cocktail bar atmosphere. The fine-dining experience is paired with one of the most innovative cocktail programs in the city. Master Mixologists create incredible drinks using fresh ingredients and house mixes. A great restaurant for a night out with friends.

Susan Proffitt
Attorney, Chicago

Susan recommends The Drawing Room for the great drinks and sensational menu.

Susan recommends:
The Drawing Room (closed)

Jessica Hardy
Festival Director, Chicago

Jessica thought the lounge was great for a night out with friends.

Jessica recommends:
Nana

Marcus Wells
Paint Salesman, Chicago

Marcus was not impressed by the food, but thought the drinks were phenomenal.

Marcus recommends:
I Monelli Trattoria Pizzeria (CLOSED)

details

Hours

Tue-Thu 5 pm 1 am; Fri: 5 pm 3 am; Sat: 5 pm 4 am

Cuisine

American

Price Range

$$$$$ ($31 & up)

Reservations

Reservations are recommended.

Reservations Link

http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/the-drawing-room/

Attire

Formal

Takeout

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Hamburger Mary's (CLOSED)

Andersonville

5400 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60640

(773) 784-6969

Website

Premiered

11/21/2008

Hamburger Mary's, the popular chain that started in San Francisco in 1972, has opened a Chicago outpost in Andersonville. Mary's spans two floors; the focus downstairs is dining, upstairs look for entertainment like cabaret singers and karaoke, plus late night dining (the upstairs lounge is dubbed Mary's Attic).

Danny Alba
Health and Saftey Exec.,

Danny recommend it and said it's a great place to go that won't break the bank.

Danny recommends:
Hamburger Mary's (CLOSED)

Edward Thomas Herrera
Playwright,

Edward enjoyed the food but thought the crowd was a bit too loud.

Edward recommends:
Trattoria Trullo (closed)

Hattie Snider
Creative Recruiter,

And Hattie thought it was a lot of fun for drinks and entertainment, but said skip it

Hattie recommends:
Bonsoiree (closed)

details

Hours

Dining Room: 11:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday; 10:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday; 10:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday Mary's Attic: 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Tuesday-Friday; 8 p.m.-3 a.m. Saturday; 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Sunday; closed Monday.

Cuisine

Burgers

Price Range

$ (Under $10)

Reservations

Not Accepted

Reservations Link

http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/hamburger-marys/menu

Attire

Casual

Takeout

Yes

Delivery

Outdoor Seating

Yes

Trattoria Trullo (closed)

Lincoln Square

4767 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60625

(773) 506-0093

Website

Premiered

11/21/2008

Chef-owner Giovanni DeNigris focuses on his hometown of Puglia, Italy, at this regional Italian spot in the heart of Lincoln Square. The menu includes choices such as cavatelli crudaiola (house-made cavatelli pasta with garlic, tomato pulp, arugula, basil and ricotta cheese) and halibut Adriatico (zucchini-wrapped halibut with seafood risotto and white wine sauce).