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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 Central

1437 W. Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60642

Enjoy authentic Puerto Rico food in a comfortable family friendly diner setting.

Cuisine: Puerto Rican, Caribbean | Neighborhood: Noble Square

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

Calo Ristorante

5343 N. Clark
Chicago, IL 60640

Calo Ristorante offers a delicious menu of authentic Italian dishes. You will find steaks that rival the best steak houses in town and plentiful plates of seafood pastas. Handcrafted pan, stuffed, and thin crust pizzas are much loved by the regulars. The restaurant is comfortable and the service is great.

Cuisine: Pizza, Italian | Neighborhood: Andersonville

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

Caspian Kabab

1413 N. Ashland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Family-run storefront spot Caspian Kabab offers authentic Persian classic food including hard-to-find dishes in a warm, friendly environment.

Cuisine: Persian | Neighborhood: Wicker Park

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

Central Gyros

3127 N. Central
Chicago, IL 60634

Specializing in classic Greek dishes, Central Gryos provides guests with an authentic experience. The menu features their award winning gyros. To bring excitement to your meal, order the saganaki, flaming cheese! An affordable restaurant with a comfortable atmosphere that is great for families and small groups.

Cuisine: Greek | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Chant

1509 E. 53rd Street
Chicago, IL 60615

A fusion of contemporary and traditional Asian fare.

Cuisine: Asian, Fusion | Neighborhood: Hyde Park / University Of Chicago

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

The Chew Chew

33 E. Burlington St.
Riverside, IL 60546

The Chew Chew offers an ever changing seasonal Contemporary American menu. The restaurant is cozy and has a comfortable, romantic charm.    

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Suburbs, Riverside

Chi Tung

9560 S. Kedzie
Evergreen Park, IL 60805

Chi Tung Restaurant serves a full menu of Chinese, Thai, and Japanese favorites. Their dedication to authenticity, freshness, and quality gives Chi Tung their well-deserved reputation, rivaling other establishments from Lincoln Park to Chinatown.

Cuisine: Japanese, Thai, Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Evergreen Park

Chicago Chop House

60 W. Ontario St.
Chicago, IL 60610

At the Chop House the owners are always present as is a live pianist, giving the restaurant a warm atmosphere. More than 1400 historical photos tell the tale of old Chicago when meat-packers, politicians and gangsters vied for control. An awe-inspiring 64-oz porterhouse, 16 and 24-oz New York Strips and 24-oz prime rib are all served charred and bursting with prime-aged flavor.

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American, Fine Dining | Neighborhood: River East

Chicago Curry House

899 S. Plymouth Court
Chicago, IL 60605

Nepalese cuisine blends the tastes of Nepal’s neighbors, Tibet, Pakistan, India, and Bhutan. Chicago Curry House brings a fresh flavor to the South Loop.

Cuisine: Indian, Nepalese | Neighborhood: South Loop

Chicago Magic Lounge

5050 N Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640

A truly unique spot in the city, Chicago Magic Lounge offers a revival of the Chicago magic nightclub scene of old, complete a full bar, and menu of small bites.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Andersonville

Chicago q

1160 N. Dearborn Street
Chicago, IL 60610

Chicago q is an upscale barbeque experience. Chef and Professional Pit Master Lee Ann Whippen brings southern-style barbeque to Chicago with house-made rubs and quality meats, like Kobe brisket, which are smoked in wood-burning smokers early each morning. A variety of tasty homemade sauces are served on the side allowing the flavors of the meat to shine through. The menu also includes a variety of classic southern sides like Fried Green Tomatoes and tasty cornbreads. The atmosphere is modern and hip.

Cuisine: Barbecue | Neighborhood: Near North Side

Chicago's Home of Chicken & Waffles

3947 S. King Dr.
Chicago, IL 60653

Southern comfort food is on the menu at Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles. Soul food favorites like fried or smothered chicken, sweet potatoes, collard greens, and of course waffles are served all day in a comfortable, family friendly atmosphere. You’ll find great service and a great price.

Cuisine: Southern, Soul Food | Neighborhood: Bronzeville / Douglas

Chilam Balam

3023 N. Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60657

A sustainably minded BYOB restaurant serving Latin American inspired shared plates with a farm fresh twist. Meals are designed to be shared at the table with fresh tortillas and tostadas. Dishes are prepared without using unnatural additives or ingredients. The menu changes each month based on seasonally available products.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe

6501 W. 79th Street
Burbank, IL 60459

This casual neighborhood spot serves the cuisine of the South, from barbecue to Cajun and Tex-Mex to Mexican.

Cuisine: American, Barbecue, Comfort Food | Neighborhood: Burbank

Coalfire

1321 W. Grand Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Homemade pizza is masterfully cooked in an authentic coal fueled brick oven at Coalfire. The dough and sauce are made fresh daily. Expect an excellent thin crust pizza with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Enjoy a nice selection of beers and cupcakes for dessert. 

Cuisine: Pizza | Neighborhood: West Loop, Near West Side

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