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Smack Dab

6730 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626

Smack Dab is a casual, modern cafe offering signature gourmet breakfast sandwiches, small-batch donuts & coffee.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Rogers Park

Smoke Daddy

1804 W. Division St.
Chicago, IL 60622

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

Cuisine: American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Social Urban Bar & Restaurant

509 E. State St.
Rockford, IL 61104

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!

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Rockford

Soul Vegetarian East

205 E. 75th St.
Chicago, IL 60619

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

Cuisine: Vegetarian, Soul Food, American | Neighborhood: Chatham / Avalon Park

Southport Grocery and Cafe

3552 N. Southport
Chicago, IL 60657

A quaint cafe inside a fine food grocery. The cafe serves quality focused, modern comfort food. Great for breakfast or lunch....both served all day long!

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Spinning J

1000 N California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Spinning J serves seasonal pies, housemade sodas, and café fare in a quaint corner shop bursting with vintage charm.

Cuisine: Desserts, American, Cafe | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Superdawg Drive-In

6363 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60646

Retro feel with good eats. You can't get a regular sized dog here, they only come in "super". Once you go Superdawg, you never go back. Eat at an outside table or in your car.

Cuisine: Cheap Eats, American, Hot Dogs | Neighborhood: Norwood Park

Sweet Maple Cafe

1339 W. Taylor St.
Chicago, IL 60607

Cozy, unpretentious spot with fabulous breakfast and coffee.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Little Italy

Tavern

519 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Libertyville, IL 60048

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!

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Libertyville

Tavern on Rush

1031 N. Rush St.
Chicago, IL 60611

Tavern on Rush is a classic American Steakhouse that specializes in only the finest grade meat. The Tavern also specializes in fresh seafood, pasta and chicken.

Cuisine: Seafood, Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Gold Coast

Tied House

3157 N Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657

Tied House is a modern, New American restaurant connected to Schubas Tavern. With a creative food menu and cocktails to match, this airy space has a lot to offer all types of diners.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Top Notch Beefburgers

2116 W. 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60643

Freshly ground round beefburgers are the signifture of this friendly, casual and kind hearted joint. Since 1954, owner Diran Soulian has been behind this grill, forming a huge following and a legendary burger.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Beverly / Mt Greenwood

Tortoise Club

350 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Tortoise Club offers an old school, fine dining, chop house experience. You’ll find a sophisticated menu of expertly prepared American cuisine, steaks and seafood. Enjoy live Chicago jazz music too. The service is amazing, top notch! Perfect for a special occasion.  

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Near North

Travelle

330 N. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the second floor of the Langham Hotel, Travelle offers a beautiful view of the city and modern décor with a unique glassed-in, open kitchen in the middle of the restaurant. The menu is seasonal American fare and the service is exceptional.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

Tweet

5020 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60640

An eccentric and small restaurant that uses organic ingredients to create simple, yet delicious breakfasts and lunches.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Uptown

Twisted Spoke

501 N. Ogden
Chicago, IL 60622

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.

Cuisine: Burgers, American | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Uncommon Ground

3800 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60613

Uncommon Ground features contemporary American bistro cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal, regional, organic ingredients. Come enjoy a tree-lined sidewalk cafe in the summer & 2 warm, cozy fireplaces in the winter. National music acts perform nightly in an intimate acoustic listening room while art openings feature local Chicago artists monthly.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Wrigleyville

Valois

1518 E. 53rd Street
Chicago, IL 60615

A counter-service smorgasbord of American comfort food served in a casual, classic space. Valois serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Hyde Park / University Of Chicago

Vie

4471 Lawn Ave.
Western Springs, IL 60558

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

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Western Springs

White Fence Farm

1376 Joliet Road
Romeoville, IL 60446

A restaurant that has been around for decades, White Fence Farm offers classic home cooking in an eclectic, warm atmosphere. Enjoy fresh fried chicken, baked potatoes, and steak, as well as a delicious brandy ice for dessert. Great for large groups and families; you’ll find a petting zoo and an antiques museum on site as well. 

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Romeoville

Wiener's Circle

2622 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60614

This fast-food joint specializing in Chicago-style hot dogs and cheese fries is a classic late-night, post-bar stop.

Cuisine: American, Hot Dogs | Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

Wood

3335 N. Halsted
Chicago, IL 60657

Wood is a farm to table restaurant offering a seasonal menu of homemade dishes that are out-of-this-world. There is a variety of delicious drinks to try from the bar and the staff is wonderful.    

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Lakeview

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