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Oceanique

505 Main Street
Evanston, IL 60202

Oceanique provides a fine dining experience that focuses on perfectly prepared fresh fish. A family owned and operated restaurant, the atmosphere is delightful, comfortable, and serene. Service is impeccable. Perfect for a special occasion dinner.

Cuisine: Seafood, Special Occasion | Neighborhood: Evanston

Osteria Langhe

2824 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

Osteria Langhe serves food and wine from the Piemonte region of Northern Italy. This includes ingredients like truffles and cream.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Owen & Engine

2700 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

The British inspired Owen & Engine offers classic English pub food and a rotating menu of tap and craft beers. Ingredients are seasonal and locally sourced. You will discover an atmosphere that is lively and warm in this two floor eatery.  

Cuisine: English | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Paladar

2252 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

Authentic Cuban cuisine is on the menu at Paladar. Dishes like empanadas, grilled or stewed meats, plantains, and paella are prepared to perfection.  The atmosphere is warm and the service is very helpful and friendly.  Great for people who are new to Cuban cuisine.   Enjoy live music on the weekends. 

Cuisine: Cuban | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

921 Pasquinelli Dr
Westmont, IL 60559

Daily fresh seafood and an accommodating chef and staff are engulfed by a lively and noisy New Orleans attitude.

Cuisine: Seafood, Cajun, Cajun/Creole | Neighborhood:

Parrot Cage

7059 S. South Shore Drive
Chicago, IL 60649

William Reynolds, the provost of the Washburne Culinary Institute, heads up this restaurant at the South Shore Cultural Center.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: South Side

Passero

5 W. Campbell St.
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

This small and modern spot serves up creative Chicago-Italian fare, creative cocktails and seasonal specialties. It is located in the adorable downtown Arlington Heights neighborhood.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Arlington Heights

Pasta D’'Arte Trattoria Italiana

6311 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60646

An intimate Italian restaurant that pays great attention to detail. Old world recipes, homemade sauces, and large portions of pasta are sure to satisfy. The atmosphere has a warm family feel. Don’t leave without tasting the cannoli!

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Norwood Park

Piccolo Sogno

464 N. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60622

Piccolo Sogno offers the finest in cuisine and wines from Italy. The menu includes rustic homemade pastas, expertly prepared meats and fish, homemade gelato, and pizzas prepared in the restaurant's wood-burning oven. The restaurant also features what many have called the finest al fresco dining experience in Chicago.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Port Edward

20 W. Algonquin Road
Algonquin, IL 60102

A unique nautical themed. To dine on the boat, reservations are needed a year in advance.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Algonquin

Prasino

93 S. La Grange
La Grange, IL 60525

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.  

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: La Grange

Preservation Bread & Wine

513 S. 3rd St.
Geneva, IL 60134

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.

Cuisine: Wine Bar, American | Neighborhood: Geneva

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

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

Q Restaurant

11379 W 159th St.
Chicago, IL 60467

Q is an upscale, lively restaurant offering French/Vietnamese fusion cuisine and specialty cocktails, bolstered by friendly and engaging service.

Cuisine: Asian Fusion (French/Vietnamese) | Neighborhood: Orland Park

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

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

Redhot Ranch

3057 N. Ashland
Chicago, IL 60657

Redhot Ranch is a no-frills neighborhood spot serving up burgers, hot dogs, and fresh-cut fries.

Cuisine: Burgers | Neighborhood: Lakeview

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

River Roast

315 N. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60654

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

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

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

Robert’s Pizza and Dough Company

465 N McClurg Ct.
Chicago, IL 60611

Sleek and stylish pizzeria and bar set on Streeterville’s Ogden Slip offering creatively-topped thin-crust pizzas, salads, and more.

Cuisine: Pizza | Neighborhood: Streeterville

RPM Steak

66 W Kinzie St
Chicago, IL 60654

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.

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: River North

Sapori Napoletani

6050 N. Northwest Highway
Chicago, IL 60631

A true family business, Sapori owner Antonio Vitello comes from a long line of pizzeria owners. He also hand-built the wood fire oven they cook in.

Cuisine: Italian, Pizza | Neighborhood: Norwood Park

Saucy Porka

1164 E 55th St
Chicago, IL 60615

Saucy Porka serves a unique combination of Latin and Asian food in a spacious, well maintained dining environment.

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

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