Twisted Spoke

Near West Side
501 N. Ogden
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 666-1500
Website
Premiered

Not your sweet Grandmother’s bistro, Twisted Spoke provides the best in bar food. Enjoy the famous Big Boy burger and fries in an eclectic biker bar atmosphere. You'll find a huge selection of whiskies and a wild selection of unique drinks. Leave the kids at home with a baby-sitter, adult films and brunch are served-up on Saturday nights as part of their "Smut & Eggs" experience.

Erica Hennes
Designer, Chicago

Erica recommended Twisted Spoke as a fun hangout with fantastic food.

Erica recommends:
Twisted Spoke

Elaine Michelini
Social Worker, Glenview

Elaine enjoyed the food and great service.

Elaine recommends:
Oceanique

Greg Gurley
Operations Manager, Chicago

Greg thought they had phenomenal whiskies and drinks.

Greg recommends:
Han 202

details

Hours
Mon-Fri: 11 am – 2 am, Sat: 9 am–3 am, Sun: 9 am – 2 am. Brunch on weekends.
Cuisine
Burgers
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Reservations
Reservations accepted for large parties
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/twisted-spoke/
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Oceanique

Evanston
505 Main Street
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 864-3435
Website
Premiered

Oceanique provides a fine dining experience that focuses on perfectly prepared fresh fish. A family owned and operated restaurant, the atmosphere is delightful, comfortable, and serene. Service is impeccable. Perfect for a special occasion dinner.

Elaine Michelini
Social Worker, Glenview

Elaine recommended Oceanique for the fantastic fine dining.

Elaine recommends:
Oceanique

Greg Gurley
Operations Manager, Chicago

Greg enjoyed the delicious desserts.

Greg recommends:
Han 202

Erica Hennes
Designer, Chicago

Erica says it's O.K. if you're in the suburbs.

Erica recommends:
Twisted Spoke

details

Hours
Mon-Sat: 5:30 – 11 pm. Closed Sunday.
Cuisine
Seafood
Menu
Menu
Price Range
$$$$$ ($31 & up)
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Reservations Link
Open Table: Oceanique
Attire
Formal
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Han 202

Bridgeport / Sox
605 W. 31st Street
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 949-1314
Website
Premiered

Enjoy a prix-fixe Pan-Asian experience at Han 202. Select from beautifully plated unique dishes in a five course menu. It is fine dining at an unbelievably affordable low price. Attentive service in a comfortable charming atmosphere. Bring along your favorite wine or beer because it is BYOB.

Greg Gurley
Operations Manager, Chicago

Greg recommended Han 202 for the unique prix fixe menu.

Greg recommends:
Han 202

Erica Hennes
Designer, Chicago

Erica loved the modern twist on classic Asian dishes.

Erica recommends:
Twisted Spoke

Elaine Michelini
Social Worker, Glenview

Elaine says it is a wonderful hidden gem in Bridgeport.

Elaine recommends:
Oceanique

details

Hours
Tue-Thu: 5 pm – 10 pm, Sat: 5 pm – 11 pm, Sun: 5 pm – 9:30 pm, closed Mondays.
Cuisine
Seafood
Price Range
$$$$ ($26 - $30)
Reservations
Reservations accepted
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/han-202/
Attire
Casual
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Smoque BBQ

Old Irving Park
3800 N. Pulaski
Chicago, IL 60641
(773) 545-7427
Website
Premiered

Classic barbeque served in a hip, neighborhood environment. Smoque is known for their tender, slow-cooked, beef brisket and fall-off-the-bone ribs. Enjoy macaroni & cheese, corn bread, baked beans, and skin-on French fries done right. Sauces are served on the side, so you can enjoy the full flavor of the meat. BYOB, and an excellent carry-out option as well.

Rose Ryan
Educator, Naperville

Rose recommends Smoque and says it's the best BBQ in town!

Rose recommends:
Smoque BBQ

Steve Dahl
Podcaster, Lincolnshire

Steve thought it was a little crowded, but he loved the food.

Steve recommends:
Davanti Enoteca (CLOSED)

Ronia Abdelrahmana
Marketing Specialist, Palos Hills

Ronia enjoyed the amazing brisket.

Ronia recommends:
Alhambra Palace

details

Hours
Tue-Thu 11am – 9 pm, Fri & Sat 11 am – 10 pm, Sun 11 am – 9 pm, Closed Mondays
Cuisine
Barbecue
Menu
Website menu
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Sally's Waffle and Pancake House (closed)

Norwood Park
5454 N. Harlem
Chicago, IL 60656
(773) 631-8966
Website
Premiered

A family-run diner that offers breakfast all day.

Tom Kalicki
Paramedic,

Tom recommends Sally's Waffle and Pancake House and says it reminds him of grandma's house.

Tom recommends:
Sally's Waffle and Pancake House (closed)

Kocoa Scott-Winbush
Chef,

Kocoa enjoyed the food but thought the service was a little off the day she was there.

Kocoa recommends:
Genesee Depot (closed)

Dennis DeBondt
Magician,

Dennis says it's a nice place to take the family.

Dennis recommends:
Gibsons

details

Hours
Open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Cuisine
Breakfast
Price Range
$ (Under $10)
Reservations
Accepted
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Spring (closed)

Wicker Park / Bucktown
2039 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
Website
Premiered

Acclaimed chef, Shawn McClain presents his interpretation of New-American cooking to Bucktown. Fresh, light and innovative, Spring's menu delicately weaves the flavors of Asia and Europe to represent the embodiment of what is now New-American cuisine.

Jade Robertson
Runway Model Agent,

Jade recommended Spring and loves the soothing, tranquil atmosphere and fabulous food.

Jade recommends:
Spring (closed)

Ira Harmon
Cartoonist,

Ira says his food was good, but was not impressed with the dark lighting and cramped space.

Ira recommends:
Top Notch Beefburgers

John Brennen
Construction Contractor,

John thought it's one of the best restaurants he has ever visited.

John recommends:
Dave's New Kitchen

details

Hours
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Cuisine
American
Price Range
$$$$ ($26 - $30)
Attire
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Siam Noodle

Uptown
4654 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 769-6694
Website
Premiered

If you are looking for authentic Thai cuisine try Siam Noodle. Great food for an awesome price.

Bill Chibnik
Salesman,

Bill thinks we need more restaurants like this and will go back for the chili sauce.

Bill recommends:
Millrose Restaurant (closed)

Jeffrey Koetje
Theology,

Jeffrey recommends it and says the homemade food rocks his world.

Jeffrey recommends:
Siam Noodle

Sonya Haohmann
Belly Dancer,

Sonya rode up on her motorcycle and found it perfect for lunch, but too casual for dinner.

Sonya recommends:
Raw Bar (closed)

details

Hours
Open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.
Cuisine
Thai
Price Range
$ (Under $10)
Reservations
Not Accepted
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No

Soul Vegetarian East

Chatham / Avalon Park
205 E. 75th St.
Chicago, IL 60619
(773) 224-0104
Website
Premiered

Soulful fare without the meat. Go for the vegan mac and cheese stay for the peach cobbler. And don't forget the collard greens.

Lenyr Munoz
Web Editor,

Lenyr recommends it for its warm and friendly atmosphere.

Lenyr recommends:
Soul Vegetarian East

Rick Kogan
Writer,

Rick says his trip was an interesting first for him.

Rick recommends:
437 Rush (Closed)

Scott Gordon
Psychiatrist,

Scott says the overall experience was wonderful and he'll be back for more.

Scott recommends:
Salpicon (closed)

details

Hours
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week.
Cuisine
Vegetarian
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Reservations
Accepted
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/soul-vegetarian-east/menu
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Lucy’s Café

Roscoe Village
2100 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 665-0227
Website
Premiered

Lucy's Café (previously known as Victory's Banner) is an all day vegetarian breakfast nook (with lunch options as well) that serves clean, bright and fresh flavors of the vegetable variety.

Deb Ackles
Marketing Director,

Deb recommends it and loves the Zen-like environment.

Deb recommends:
Lucy’s Café

Peter Mavrik
DJ,

Peter thought it had a soothing atmosphere, but prefers a traditional diner.

Peter recommends:
San Soo Gab San

Ted Robinson
Operations Manager,

Ted felt connected with the earth and didn't miss the meat.

Ted recommends:
Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak and Stone Crab

details

Hours
Open for breakfast and lunch every day of the week except Tuesday.
Cuisine
Vegetarian
Price Range
$ (Under $10)
Reservations
Not Accepted
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/victorys-banner/menu
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Bonsoiree (closed)

Logan Square
2728 W. Armitage
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 486-7511
Website
Premiered

This modern Logan Square BYOB treasure features frequently changing five-course ($55) and seven-course ($80) tasting menus. Sample dishes include: sweet corn and green gazpacho with fried green tomato and juniper; grilled Kobe beef rib-eye with shaved asparagus salad and summer truffles; and a chocolate mousse pyramid and saffron beignet. Planning a get-together? Owners also run a catering company from the back of the space.

Danny Alba
Health and Saftey Exec.,

Danny loved the inventive menu and BYOB bang for the buck.

Danny recommends:
Hamburger Mary's (CLOSED)

Edward Thomas Herrera
Playwright,

And Edward said it was one of the best meals he's ever had and he can't

Edward recommends:
Trattoria Trullo (closed)

Hattie Snider
Creative Recruiter,

Hattie recommended it and said it's a unique casual high end dining experience that will blow anyone away.

Hattie recommends:
Bonsoiree (closed)

details

Hours
5-10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday; 5-11 p.m. Friday; invitation only underground dinner featured on Saturday nights; closed Sunday and Monday
Cuisine
French
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Reservations
Recommended. Reservations are required for the Saturday night underground dinner.
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/bonsoiree/menu
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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