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5 Rabanitos

1758 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60608

The food is just as colorful and upbeat as the décor at 5 Rabanitos. Enjoy Mexican classics and BYOB.

Cuisine: Mexican | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Al Bawadi

7216 West 87th Steet
Bridgeview, IL 60455

Authentic Middle Eastern dishes prepared over a natural wood open grill and served in an exotic atmosphere reminiscent of a dessert oasis. They are known for their tender kabobs and delicious appetizers. The coffee is authentic and strong, not for the light-hearted!

Cuisine: Middle Eastern | Neighborhood: Bridgeview

Angry Crab

5665 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Angry Crab brings California to Chicago. Enjoy amazing creole flavors in a west coast styled crab boil. Don’t be shy, put on the plastic bag and dig right into your bag of seafood with your hands – it is truly an experience. There’s lots more on the menu, but the crab is king!  

Cuisine: Seafood, Cajun/Creole | Neighborhood: West Rogers Park / West Ridge

Antico Posto

118 Oakbrook Center
Oakbrook, IL 60523

Located in Oakbrook Center, Antico Posto offers handcrafted pasta dishes, homemade brick oven pizzas, house churned gelato and a delicious menu of other Italian classics. They provide a wonderful selection of wines. The service is knowledgeable and friendly. The atmosphere is bustling, yet comfortable and warm.   

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: West Suburbs, Oakbrook

Asian Harbor

1930 Ridge Rd.
Homewood, IL 60430

Asian Harbor offers a menu of Pan Asian dishes that are sure to please. Classic Thai, Japanese, and Chinese dishes are served in a warm, comfortable atmosphere, by a friendly and helpful staff.   

Cuisine: Asian | Neighborhood: Homewood

Atwood Cafe

1 W Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602

Atwood Cafe serves all-American comfort foods and cafe cuisine prepared in a traditional style. Specialties include a pot pie with a flaky buttermilk crust and a maple-glazed grilled pork chop. Pre-theater diners will enjoy the cafe's proximity to the Shubert Theatre, Cadillac Palace and Oriental Theatre.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Loop

Ba Le Sandwich & Bakery

5014 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640

A counter service Vietnamese sandwich shop that offers freshly made traditional Vietnamese dishes at affordable prices. The specialty is a French/Vietnamese sandwich called the ban mi.

Cuisine: Vietnamese, Asian | Neighborhood: Uptown

Batter & Berries

2748 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60614

Batter & Berries is all about breakfast and brunch!   Enjoy 62 different varieties of French toast, homemade sausages, chicken & waffles as well as wraps made with all fresh ingredients. The cozy atmosphere is bright and friendly and the service is welcoming and excellent. BYOB.

Cuisine: Breakfast, American | Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

Beatrix

519 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60654

Beatrix offers a menu of American favorites with in a vibrant, high-energy atmosphere. There is an incredible selection of salads and dishes with a healthy twist to try, including a few amazing must-have desserts. 

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

Bia’s Café Marianao

4323 W. Addison
Chicago, IL 60641

A Cuban fast-food restaurant with a great atmosphere. Bia’s specializes in Cuban Sandwiches and prides themselves on their secret family recipes.

Cuisine: Cuban | Neighborhood: Old Irving Park

Big Ed's BBQ

4030 Northpoint Blvd.
Waukegan, IL 60085

Big Ed is behind the pit at this Lake County BBQ joint. Everything is made from scratch daily, including the delicious desserts.

Cuisine: Barbecue | Neighborhood: Waukegan

B.J.'s Market & Bakery

8734 S. Stony Island
Chicago, IL 60617

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, BJ's Market and Bakery delivers southern style eating for the entire family. Since their opening in 1997, they have provided an upscale atmosphere, comfort food, and great customer service.

Cuisine: Soul Food, American, Comfort Food | Neighborhood: Calumet Heights

Blue's Egg

317 N. 76th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53213

Blue's Egg takes breakfast to a higher level. The menu includes such favorites as hand-cut hash browns, unique egg casseroles, and a wide selection of breakfast cocktails. Fresh locally brewed coffee is waiting for you as soon as you take a seat. You can also enjoy a quick breakfast or lunch at the carry-out counter and bakery.

Cuisine: Breakfast | Neighborhood: Wisconsin

Bob Chinn's Crab House

393 S. Milwaukee Ave.
Wheeling, IL 60090

Bob Chinn's has become a restaurant industry icon by providing the freshest food at great prices.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Wheeling

BRGRBELLY

5739 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60634

Incredible burgers are on the menu at BRGRBELLY (previously Leadbelly). Fresh meats are ground daily, bread is fresh-baked, and the fries are hand-cut. The burgers are made with a unique selection of toppings and ingredients. Enjoy a rock n' roll ambiance and a craft beer as your burger is cooked to order.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Portage Park

The Bristol

2152 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

The Bristol has a gastropub atmosphere with an impressive cocktail and beer menu. They approach their food with a nose-to-tail mindset.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club

3348 W. Bryn Mawr Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Bryn Mawr Breakfast Club offers an eclectic brunch menu. This charming rustic diner offers dishes with Mexican, Greek, Korean and Mediterranean inspirations. The skillets are amazing and the sweet breakfasts are perfectly flavorful.  The friendly service is very helpful and attentive. A BYOB restaurant. 

Cuisine: Breakfast | Neighborhood: North Park

Burt's Place

8541 Ferris Ave.
Morton Grove, IL 60053

Pan pizza is the star at this out-of-the-way, neighborhood pizza joint. Plan your visit by ordering a day or two in advance and keep an open mind about the service - pizza lovers say the pizza is worth it! Seasonal beers are on tap. Not known for a fancy decor, the eclectic decor in the small space has its own special charm.

Cuisine: Pizza, American | Neighborhood: Morton Grove

Cafe Iberico

739 N. LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60610

Cafe Iberico is a festive restaurant with a party-like ambience. Iberico specializes in the regional cuisines of Spain.

Cuisine: Spanish, Tapas | Neighborhood: River North

Cafe Lucci

609 Milwaukee Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025

Cafe Lucci is a fine dining restaurant known for innovative Italian cuisine, as well as prime beef, fresh fish and housemade desserts. Its award-winning wine list and regular Wine Maker Dinners have contributed to its distinction on the North Shore and as a destination restaurant. Above all, Cafe Lucci's warm, welcoming ambiance has its customers returning again and again.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Glenview

Calumet Fisheries

3259 E. 95th Street
Chicago, IL 60617

One of the last wood-smoked seafood restaurants in Illinois, this unassuming, shack-like eatery can be found next to the Calumet bridge. This historic, family-run business serves perfectly prepared smoked or fried seafood of all kinds. No seating inside, so order and take it with you or eat by the river on the bridge.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: South Side, Calumet - East side

Carnitas Don Pedro

1113 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60608

Carnitas Don Pedro is all about the pork. This very affordably priced, no-frills, restaurant offers a menu of traditionally prepared Mexican pork dishes in all manners of preparation including stewed, fried, and chopped for tacos. This family owned and family friendly restaurant is BYOB.

Cuisine: Mexican | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Cellar Door Provisions

3025 W Diversey Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

Whether you’re looking for breakfast, pastries, lunch, or a pre-fixe BYOB dinner, Cellar Door Provisions is the place to be. With the menu changing weekly, they strive to make food that touches the soul.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Cemitas Puebla

3619 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

A family owned restaurant specializing in authentic Poblano foods. The chipotles and salsas are made fresh daily using ingredients grown in their own garden or imported from Mexico. The only place in Chicago serving the cemita sandwich.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Charlie Beinlich's

290 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, IL 60062

The hype is right - the best burger around! Go in, sit down, have a drink, relax, and eat a classy char-burger.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Northbrook

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