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.

Milt’s Barbecue for the Perplexed is a comfortable neighborhood gathering place serving kosher barbecue, in-house smoked meats and a variety of vegetarian options prepared in a nut-free environment. You’ll find a great cocktail program as well. Profits are shared with local charities.

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.

Piece unites classic New Haven-style thin crust pizza with award-winning microbrews in a spacious loft setting. We opened in July 2001 after transforming a roofing company garage into a casual pizzeria complete with a skylite ceiling and sunken lounge area.

Enjoy magnificently prepared meals in a warm, comfortable decor. Fresh dishes, tastefully seasoned and classically prepared, are created using locally produced products. The service is top-notch and the restaurant provides a wide selection of wines to pair with your dish.

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.

Cafateria style Southern cuisine, all made-from-scratch.

Classic American farm-house fare makes for an eclectic menu featuring pork and seafood, stripped of adornments, yet full of flavor. This beer-centered restaurant is reminiscent of an European beer hall. Enjoy communal dining and booth seating in a lively setting.

A modern twist on the old Pump Room. Delicious food is served in a cool, lively environment. You will find a modern contemporary approach to a classic American menu that uses regional ingredients. The late night menu includes tapas style small plates. The beverage program offers an international selection of beers, specialty cocktails, and an excellent collection of wines. No jackets required.  

With beautiful city and water views, River Roast serves up contemporary tavern fare. They also feature live music and craft cocktails.

Designer Ralph Lauren's restaurant adventure. An elegant and wooded club-like dining room and a polite wait staff accompany the contemporary American cuisine. Do not miss the Sunday brunch.

The kitchen is the restaurant and the restaurant is the kitchen. Roister bring a full culinary experience to its guests. Their primal cooking techniques are combined with modern technology to produce wonderful results.

RPM Steak is a traditional steakhouse with a modern twist. Not only do they serve prime cuts of meat, they also feature a raw-bar and a craft cocktail program.

Seasonal and regional American cuisine in a warm old era décor, providing a wide selection of unique cocktails.

Located atop the John Hancock Center in the heart of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, The Signature Room offers contemporary American fare with sweeping views of the city.

A flavorful barbeque restaurant offering a wide variety of smoked meats and vegetables in a spirited atmosphere. Live musical entertainment 7 nights a week.

Social offers a locally sourced, seasonal menu that is artfully crafted and beautifully presented in a warm and comfortable environment. You’ll find small plates and main courses that are inventive and creative.  The menu also includes perfectly aged, hand-cut steaks and chops. The talented bar staff prepares some memorable cocktails too!

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

Cozy, unpretentious spot with fabulous breakfast and coffee.

From silk Thai lanterns and colorful beaded curtains that hang from the ceiling to an original Brunswick bar painted in gold and turquoise, this is clearly not your father's steakhouse. The Tavern's menu features USDA prime beef!