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Publican Restaurant

837 W. Fulton Mark
Chicago, IL 60607

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.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Fulton Market District

Pueblito Viejo

5429 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60625

Latin American cuisine is served in a party atmosphere! Enjoy traditional and authentic Colombian dishes like chorizo, empanadas, fried plantains, and perfectly grilled flank steak, chicken and pork. The exotic décor will transport you to an outdoor fiesta, all indoors! The DJ and the dance floor come alive after 9:00 pm.   

Cuisine: Latin American, Colombian | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

Pump Room

1301 N. State Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60610

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.  

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Near North

The Purple Pig

444 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the Magnificent Mile, this tapas style restaurant offers an incredible selection of pork dishes and a respectable wine selection. There’s more than pork at the purple pig, you can also feast on a menu of Mediterranean inspired delights that are sure to satisfy. The atmosphere is bustling and lively.

Cuisine: Tapas | Neighborhood: Magnificent Mile

Quartino

626 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60614

A rustic and authentic looking Italian eatery that features "piatinni" plates (small portions with full flavor), wine concepts and meat and cheese stations.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Near North Side

QXY (Qing Xiang Yuan)

2002 S Wentworth Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Serving the best dumplings in town, QXY aims to be unique yet authentic. Along with serving their vast array of dumplings, they also offer classes on how to make them.

Cuisine: Chinese | Neighborhood: Chinatown

Ras Dashen

5846 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660

Comfort food from the mountains of Ethiopia. A unique communal dining experience with occasional live music. A great place to familiarize yourself with the Ethiopian cuisine.

Cuisine: African, Ethiopian | Neighborhood: Edgewater

Rise Sushi & Sake Lounge

3401 N. Southport
Chicago, IL 60657

A chique sushi restaurant with a fresh seafood, traditional Japanese entrees, appetizers, and a decent sake menu.

Cuisine: Sushi, Asian | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Ristorante Agostino

2817 N. Harlem
Chicago, IL 60607

Offering generous portions of homemade Italian cuisine, Agostino is a charming white table cloth and cozy dining destination.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Galewood / Montclare

RL

115 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611

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.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

Roister

951 W. Fulton Market
Chicago, IL 60607

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.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Fulton Market District

Russian Tea Time

77 E. Adams St.
Chicago, IL 60603

Started by a Russian immigrant who found barely any familiar cuisine in a new country, Russian Tea Time westernizes Russian dishes to offer authentic courses that extended to all the meals of the day - not just tea time.

Cuisine: Russian, Eastern European | Neighborhood: Loop

San Soo Gab San

5247 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

A casual Korean restaurant that offers traditional Korean cuisine.

Cuisine: Korean, Asian | Neighborhood: Ravenswood

Sankyu

1176 S. Elmhurst Rd.
Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Sankyu serves up authentic Japanese sushi, ramen and yakisoba. Dishes are meant to be shared.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: Mount Prospect

Santorini

800 W. Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60607

On Santorini with its turquoise blue seas and black sandy beaches, the people have been forever dependent upon locally grown produce, fish and seafood to satisfy their palates. These delicacies are adopted at Santorini Restaurant as well. The menu contains more than 20 seafood options flown in fresh daily. Hallmark entrees include Greek Style Whole Red Snapper and Whole Black Sea Bass, filleted by tableside at your request.

Cuisine: Seafood, Greek | Neighborhood: Greektown

Sauce and Bread Kitchen

6338 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60660

Sauce and Bread Kitchen offers a variety of homemade dishes featuring bread baked and meats smoked on the premises. The pantry style, counter service restaurant features a wide variety of hot sauces made from scratch using locally sourced and organic ingredients. A BYOB restaurant.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Edgewater

Schnitzel Platz

729 North Ave.
Glendale Heights, IL 60139

Guests will have a great time at Schnitzel Platz as they experience live music, traditional German dishes, and friendly service. Adding to the experience, dark German beer is served in a large glass boot. Chef Wolfgang's menu offers hearty portions of homemade German classics like sauerbraten with dumplings, spatzel, and of course, a variety of schnitzel. A family friendly restaurant.

Cuisine: Eastern European | Neighborhood: Glendale Heights

Señor Pan

4612 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60639

Señor Pan offers a modern fun atmosphere with Cuban classics. Get comfortable and enjoy the live music and signature Cuban sandwiches.

Cuisine: Cuban | Neighborhood: Cragin

Sepia

123 N. Jefferson Street
Chicago, IL 60661

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

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: West Loop

Shanghai Terrace

108 E. Superior
Chicago, IL 60611

The exquisite Asian decor enhances the intimate atmosphere of this venue, which is unique to the city of Chicago. Seating capacity is for 75 guests with additional seating on the Terrace during temperate weather.

Cuisine: Asian, Fine Dining | Neighborhood: Near North Side

Shokolad

2524 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Shokolad offers a café setting delivering traditional and modern Ukrainian dishes, while the pastry shop serves up authentic European pastries and cakes.

Cuisine: Ukrainian | Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

Shokran

4027 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60641

Shokran serves authentic Moroccan cuisine. Enjoy perfectly prepared lamb dishes, couscous or the sought after traditional wedding dish, chicken bastilla. The environment is warm, welcoming and comfortable, and the staff is very helpful with the menu.

Cuisine: Moroccan | Neighborhood: Irving Park

Signature Room

875 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611

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.

Cuisine: American, Fine Dining | Neighborhood: Magnificent Mile

Silver Seafood

4829 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640

A small and casual Chinese restaurant that serves Szechwan and Cantonese fare. With such an extensive menu there is something for everyone.

Cuisine: Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Uptown

S.K.Y.

1239 W. 18th Street
Chicago, IL 60608

Contemporary American cuisine, redefined by Chef/Owner Stephen Gillanders's most inspiring culinary experiences from around the world.

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

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