Taste of Peru

Rogers Park
6545 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 381-4540
Website
Premiered

The strip-mall location might be a bit off-putting, but once inside, the Peruvian art-clad walls transport patrons to a land where they can feast on paella and other Peruvian treats.

Rob Kleiner
Songwriter,

Rob says this place opens your eyes to flavors you won't find in the suburbs.

Rob recommends:
Taste of Peru

Amy Cox
Consultant,

Amy thinks Taste of Peru was both festive and fun.

Amy recommends:
Vie

Huzefa Photowala
Biomedical Researcher,

Huzefa says they have great seafood, but make sure you bring Peruvian Pisco.

Huzefa recommends:
Bhabi's Kitchen (closed)

details

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

Vie

Western Springs
4471 Lawn Ave.
Western Springs, IL 60558
(708) 246-2082
Website
Premiered

With a dining room that is reminiscent of a more glamorous time, Vie uses local products to create fragrant flavors and drinks and wines.

Amy Cox
Consultant,

Amy says her pick is passion on a plate.

Amy recommends:
Vie

Huzefa Photowala
Biomedical Researcher,

Huzefa says the quality French food is worth the drive.

Huzefa recommends:
Bhabi's Kitchen (closed)

Rob Kleiner
Songwriter,

Rob loves the restaurant's use of locally grown fresh foods.

Rob recommends:
Taste of Peru

details

Hours
Open for dinner Monday through Saturday.
Cuisine
American
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Reservations
Recommended
Reservations Link
http://www.opentable.com/vie
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Bhabi's Kitchen (closed)

Rogers Park
6352 N. Oakley Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659
Website
Premiered

Bhabi's Kitchen is owned and run by Mr. Syed, his wife and sister do all the cooking. As soon as you sit down in this tiny restaurant, you feel as though you are guests in the Syed's home.

Amy Cox
Consultant,

Amy says if you can't stand the heat, stay out of Bhabi's Kitchen.

Amy recommends:
Vie

Huzefa Photowala
Biomedical Researcher,

Huzefa recommends it and says you won't be disappointed with this unique Indian experience.

Huzefa recommends:
Bhabi's Kitchen (closed)

Rob Kleiner
Songwriter,

Rob says Syed makes everyone comfortable, from first-timers to regulars.

Rob recommends:
Taste of Peru

details

Hours
<span class='closedAlert'>Bhabi's Kitchen is closed.</span>
Cuisine
Indian
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Attire
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Carnivale

Fulton Market District
702 W. Fulton
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 850-5005
Website
Premiered

Carnivale's authentic, soulful cusine allows you to explore the dishes of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Columbia, Peru, Argentina, El Salvador and Mexico as often prepared in simple kitchens over Latin America by abuelitas (grandmothers). The kaleidoscope of bright colors, salsa music, and playful decor ignites the sense of being in a Latin house party, all in a unique Kleineresque setting.

PJ Powers
Artistic Director,

PJ recommends Carnivale and says it's a great place to celebrate and let your hair down.

PJ recommends:
Carnivale

Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Writer,

Rosalind says it stimulates all your senses

Rosalind recommends:
Yassa African Restaurant

Jen Bakija
Graphic Designer,

Jen thinks it's a fun place, but wasn't wowed by the food or drinks.

Jen recommends:
Magnolia Cafe (closed)

details

Hours
Open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner. Open Sundays for dinner only.
Cuisine
South American
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Reservations
Accepted
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/carnivale/menu
Attire
Business Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Yassa African Restaurant

Chatham / Avalon Park
3511 S. King Dr.
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 488-5599
Website
Premiered

Senegalese cuisine is similar to that of other Western African cultures. Fish, lamb and beef are incorporated into most dishes, often stewed or combined with fresh juices. Consider the historical background of Senegal (Woolof, Islam, and French) and the flavors become apparent.

Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Writer,

Rosalind recommends Yassa and says it's a great slice of Senegalese culture.

Rosalind recommends:
Yassa African Restaurant

PJ Powers
Artistic Director,

PJ says people should seek it out for the wonderful food and warm atmosphere.

PJ recommends:
Carnivale

Jen Bakija
Graphic Designer,

Jen says she loved the feeling of being in someone's house.

Jen recommends:
Magnolia Cafe (closed)

details

Hours
Open for lunch and dinner every day.
Cuisine
Senegalese
Price Range
$$ ($10 - $15)
Reservations
Accepted
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No

Magnolia Cafe (closed)

Uptown
1224 W. Wilson Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 728-8785
Website
Premiered

An American bistro featuring Sunday brunch - lovely exposed brick surrounds you as you enjoy your experience! Magnolia Cafe is located north of downtown Chicago in the newly revitalized neighborhood of Uptown. The menu incorporates seasonal French American ingredients and other techniques.

Jen Bakija
Graphic Designer,

Jen recommends it and says it's outstanding food in a romantic setting.

Jen recommends:
Magnolia Cafe (closed)

PJ Powers
Artistic Director,

And PJ says it's a great place to take a date and to try the black cherry martini.

PJ recommends:
Carnivale

Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
Writer,

Rosalind says it was nice but she wasn't blown away

Rosalind recommends:
Yassa African Restaurant

details

Hours
Open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday, and for brunch on Sunday.
Cuisine
American
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Reservations
Accepted. For parties of six or more.
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/magnolia-cafe/menu
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

La Piazza (closed)

Wrigleyville
410 Circle Ave.
Forest Park, IL 60130
Website
Premiered

Mark DiGregorio
IT Director,

Mark recommends La Piazza for a delicious mix of traditional and exotic Italian dishes.

Mark recommends:
La Piazza (closed)

Adine Liebowitz
Server,

Adine wants to give it another try and order from the Chef's Menu.

Adine recommends:
Chef's Station

Miggie McCurry
Event Planner,

Miggie didn't love the service, but thought the food was worth another trip.

Miggie recommends:
Thai Pastry

details

Hours
<span class='closedAlert'>La Piazza is closed.</span>
Cuisine
Italian
Price Range
$ (Under $10)
Attire
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No

Thai Pastry

Uptown
4925 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 784-5399
Website
Premiered

Amidst cozy and classy interiors at Thai Pastry & Restaurant, they serve authentic Thai cuisine, a creative combination of delicate herbs and distinctive spices, market-fresh ingredients and delicious tastes plus selections of homemade Thai pastry.

Miggie McCurry
Event Planner,

Miggie says Thai Pastry is great for fabulous Thai food.

Miggie recommends:
Thai Pastry

Mark DiGregorio
IT Director,

Mark says he loves the food and you can't beat the price.

Mark recommends:
La Piazza (closed)

Adine Liebowitz
Server,

Adine wasn't wowed by what she ate, but will give it another chance.

Adine recommends:
Chef's Station

details

Hours
Open for lunch and dinner every day of the week.
Cuisine
Thai
Price Range
$ (Under $10)
Reservations
Accepted
Reservations Link
http://chicago.menupages.com/restaurants/thai-pastry/menu
Attire
Casual
Takeout
Yes
Delivery
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Chef's Station

Evanston
915 Davis Street
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 570-9821
Website
Premiered

The perfect juxtaposition of lighthearted attitude and intense flavor in an atmosphere that proves fine dining doesn't have to be uptight.

Adine Liebowitz
Server,

Adine says Chef's Station is a great find in the heart of Evanston.

Adine recommends:
Chef's Station

Mark DiGregorio
IT Director,

Mark says the food was fantastic.

Mark recommends:
La Piazza (closed)

Miggie McCurry
Event Planner,

Miggie says the wonderful dishes will keep her coming back for more.

Miggie recommends:
Thai Pastry

details

Hours
Open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday. Closed on Mondays.
Cuisine
American
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Reservations
Recommended
Reservations Link
http://www.opentable.com/chefs-station
Attire
Casual
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
Yes

Haro Tapas y Pintxos (closed)

Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village
2436 S. Oakley
Chicago, IL 60608
Website
Premiered

An adventure to old Spain with a slice of contemporary spanish living. Try the Basque version of tapas - Pintxos - or chose from regular spanish tapas and full entrees. Also, try an authentic drink, Kalimotxo, which is red wine, coca-cola and limes mixed to a refreshing perfection.

Olga Comargo
Communications Director,

Olga says her pick is THE place to go for authentic Tapas.

Olga recommends:
Haro Tapas y Pintxos (closed)

Fred Solomon
Retired Attorney, Chicago

Fred likes the food, but thought dessert was a knockout.

Fred recommends:
Myron & Phil's (closed)

Manase Latu
Model,

Manase says Haro is a big breath of fresh air.

Manase recommends:
Karyn's Fresh Corner (CLOSED)

details

Hours
<span class='closedAlert'>Haro Tapas y Pintxos is closed.</span>
Cuisine
Spanish
Price Range
$$$ ($16 - $25)
Attire
Takeout
No
Delivery
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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