Hot Chocolate Restaurant and Dessert Bar offers a comfortable atmosphere and an evolving array of high-quality, seasonal and locally-sourced food, drink, and pastry. It connects the producer to the consumer and provides a uniquely enjoyable adventure.
Enjoy an ever changing menu of locally sustainable organic ingredients in a fine dining atmosphere at Inovasi. The service is top notch, as you enjoy uniquely prepared Contemporary American dishes in a quiet and relaxed space. Enjoy live music on Wednesdays.
After 75 years, this modest steak house is still serving delicious meats with great service.
JAM is an upscale diner serving a new American take on breakfast and lunch. They also have an extensive brunch drink menu.
Originally from Florida, this club-like elegant seafood and steak house offers their famous crab claws all year round.
The culinary school offers Chicago residents a place where they can taste the budding skills of soon-to-be chefs in training. A portion of guest gratuity from the Dining room are put in a student scholarship fund.
Divas, who impersonate iconic performers and lip-sync their songs, serenade patrons as they dine on eclectic contemporary American cuisine in a bright interior that is reminiscent of 1950s supper clubs.
Kopp's Frozen Custard is known for its incredible flavors of custard and juicy jumbo burgers. Families have flocked to Kopp's since 1950 for the delicious American fare at a great price.
A Logan Square hot spot that offers American classic comfort food. Kuma's tries to provide an upscale ambience without appearing too pretentious.
Little Bad Wolf offers an extensive selection of craft beers, artisanal cocktails and wine, while serving upscale bar food. The kitchen is open until a half an hour before close.
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.
Luella’s Southern Kitchen is the place for welcoming hospitality and home-style southern cooking. Enjoy dishes like shrimp & grits, hearty macaroni & cheese, and chicken & waffles. This family friendly restaurant is a BYOB.
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.
Cafeteria style greatness! Serving the finest soul food.
Sticky, sweet and fun! Dessert all day long! Open since 1921, Margie's offers the finest in homemade ice cream creations, and candy handmade daily in the store.
In the tradition of delicious Chicago steak-houses, Mastro's is sure to satisfy. You'll find huge portions, amazing appetizers, and an extensive wine list with unique martini offerings. The high-end experience is made lively with a lower-level piano bar. Keep them in mind for your next special occasion, there's private dining room also available.
Known for its inventive cuisine, this cafe draws Nuevo Latin and contemporary American cuisine together to create an eclectic menu of dishes.
Using only their hands, guests dig into many courses of medieval style food served by wenches while they watch and cheer for knights battling it out in an arena before them. Epic.
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
Although the new American menu is unique and delicious, Niche also boasts an impressive beverage program. It is home to an impressive collection of beers, wines and over 400 whisky options.
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.
Located within Lincoln Park, at the edge of a pond overlooking Chicago's dramatic skyline, North Pond can easily claim the city's loveliest setting. Inspired by the market, Chef Bruce Sherman utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season and brings them to a beautiful culmination on your plate.
William Reynolds, the provost of the Washburne Culinary Institute, heads up this restaurant at the South Shore Cultural Center.