A warm atmosphere and delicious menu using locally sourced ingredients is what you will find at Lady Gregory’s. Service is friendly and the menu is packed with comfort foods like sweet potato fries and meatloaf. Provides a classic and enjoyable Irish pub feel.

A popular Columbian steak house with lively ambience, flavorful meats, and good drinks.

Libertad offers a menu of inspired Latin fusion cuisine. In a modern, comfortable atmosphere, that makes you feel like you are in the city, enjoy tasty dinner options, excellent service, and a nice wine list. 

You haven't had breakfast in Chicago until you've eaten at Lou's! Enough fresh eggs have been cracked, made into omelettes, cooked in skillets and sold at Lou Mitchell's to go side-by-side more than a few times around the world. Today Lou Mitchell's is a Chicago institution.

A laid back, cash only place serving Mexican Street food. Known for their tacos, burritos and Gringas/Gringos. BYOB.

This tiny trattoria serves northern Italian cuisine provides a nice stop off for those near the Indiana dunes.

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.

A cozy Logan Square eatery featuring organic cooking, seasonal ingredients, and an ever-changing menu, Lula Cafe is known for packing in the regulars, affordability, and brunch. Consider putting this hip spot with constantly changing local artwork on the walls and indie music in the air on your list.

Seasonal and holiday pastry displays fill the window, drawing customers into this popular German konditorei specializing in fancy pastries, baked goods, cookies and marzipan creations. Pass through the bakery to the cafe, where meals are served with Old World refinement at linen-draped tables that make you feel you're visiting your grandmother.

Maya Del Sol offers a wonderful mix of Latin American traditional dishes kicked up a notch. Enjoy dishes from Mexico, Cuba, Ecuador, and more. There is a delicious selection of top-shelf mixed cocktails, perfectly paired wines, and Margaritas are shaken table-side. The friendly, attentive service takes excellent care to make your experience enjoyable. The comfortable atmosphere is brought to life with live music. If you are planning a great time that night, ask about the Maya Del Sol limo!

Located in the Blackstone Hotel, Mercat a la Planxa creates Catalan style tapas.

The Willoway Mansion was built in 1847 and sits on a pristine four-acre estate near downtown Naperville. After a meticulous renovation that brought back the mansion's original charm as well as added modern conveniences to the restaurant, Meson Sabika opened it's doors in 1990. Guests can dine indoors and enjoy the grace and charm reminiscent of a European Villa or can choose to sit outdoors on the terrace while enjoying the ultimate alfresco experience underneath 150-year-old oak trees which cover the estate.

Milk & Honey Cafe first opened it's doors for lunch in June of 2002 serving gourmet sandwiches, fresh salads, made from scratch soups and house baked pastries. The cafe now serves breakfast and lunch seven days a week. The cafe, located in Chicago's eclectic Wicker Park neighborhood, offers outdoor seating in the summer months and a cozy fireplace during the winter. Beer, wine and a limited liquor menu is also available

Mirai Sushi's sleek & lively setting combines modern elegance with a twinge of funk while introducing a modern approval to Japanese cuisine. The menu juxtaposes traditional Japanese selections with a variety of ingredients from other cultures to create a diverse experience.

A casual and reasonably priced French restaurant with a hint of Cuban flare.

Miss Saigon aims to bring fresh authentic Vietnamese food to its customers. They bring classic flavors along with new ones seen in Saigon today. BYOB

Nana is a farm-to-table organic restaurant focused on sustainable and seasonal ingredients. This family-owned restaurant serves delicious breakfast and brunch dishes with Mexican influences. The atmosphere is warm and cozy with exposed brick walls and butcher block tables. They offer fresh squeezed juices and house-made chorizo. Nana also has a full bar with a wide selection of daytime cocktails and beverages.

Nando Milano is a classic Italian trattoria offering homemade pastas, breads and desserts. You will encounter excellent service and wine selection in a welcoming, casual setting.

Classic Midwestern fare is on the menu at Nicksons. Delicious food is served in a comfortable atmosphere with excellent service.   

Norman's Bistro offers a jazzy vibe and delicious food.

Authentic Cuban cuisine is on the menu at Paladar. Dishes like empanadas, grilled or stewed meats, plantains, and paella are prepared to perfection.  The atmosphere is warm and the service is very helpful and friendly.  Great for people who are new to Cuban cuisine.   Enjoy live music on the weekends. 

This small and modern spot serves up creative Chicago-Italian fare, creative cocktails and seasonal specialties. It is located in the adorable downtown Arlington Heights neighborhood.

Piccolo Sogno offers the finest in cuisine and wines from Italy. The menu includes rustic homemade pastas, expertly prepared meats and fish, homemade gelato, and pizzas prepared in the restaurant's wood-burning oven. The restaurant also features what many have called the finest al fresco dining experience in Chicago.

Prasino offers local food with a global influence. Ingredients are organic, locally sourced, and restaurant creatively reflects a sustainable lifestyle. Many vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options are available along with a wide selection of deliciously prepared meats. The environment is modern, elegant and relaxing.  

Preservation Bread & Wine is located in the quaint town of Geneva. The seasonal menu includes a delicious variety of cheeses, meats, and savory bites paired with a first-class selection of wines and spirits. The ambiance is relaxing and the service in exceptional. Go for the food, stay for the comfort.