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Milt's Barbecue for the Perplexed

3411 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60657

Milt’s Barbecue for the Perplexed is a comfortable neighborhood gathering place serving kosher barbecue, in-house smoked meats and a variety of vegetarian options prepared in a nut-free environment. You’ll find a great cocktail program as well. Profits are shared with local charities.

Cuisine: American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Lakeview

MingHin

2168 S. Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

MingHin offers authentic Cantonese classics and a wide variety of dim sum in the heart of Chicago’s China Town.  This large restaurant is contemporary, with delightful modern Asian décor.   Perfect for a meal for a small or large party.

Cuisine: Chinese | Neighborhood: Chinatown

Momotaro

820 W Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Focused on personal service and tight execution, Momotaro mixes modern Japanese with traditional culture. Everything from food to drink is designed to elevate your dining experience.

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: West Loop

Montarra Grill

1491 S Randall Rd.
Algonquin, IL 60102

For the Northwest suburbs, Montarra Grill is a hidden gem with a downtown feel. It serves Contemporary American cuisine with top notch service.

Cuisine: New American | Neighborhood: Algonquin

New Star

7444 W. North Ave.
Elmwood Park, IL 60707

The family-owned New Star has been in business for over 60 years. They serve Chinese-American cuisine and have added Thai and Japanese fare to their menu.

Cuisine: Chinese-American | Neighborhood: Elmwood Park

Niche

14 S. 3rd St.
Geneva, IL 60134

Although the new American menu is unique and delicious, Niche also boasts an impressive beverage program. It is home to an impressive collection of beers, wines and over 400 whisky options.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Geneva

The Nile

1611 E. 55th Street
Chicago, IL 60615

A family owned Mediterranean Middle-Eastern restaurant that provides flavorful dishes at a great price. Classic menu offerings include hummus, falafel, schwarma, and kefta, along with more interesting fare in large portions. The chicken schwarma is a perfected family recipe. The juice is fresh squeezed and Middle Eastern coffees are brewed. Alcohol is BYOB.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern | Neighborhood: Hyde Park / University Of Chicago

North Pond

2610 N. Cannon Dr.
Chicago, IL 60657

Located within Lincoln Park, at the edge of a pond overlooking Chicago's dramatic skyline, North Pond can easily claim the city's loveliest setting. Inspired by the market, Chef Bruce Sherman utilizes exceptional ingredients at the height of their season and brings them to a beautiful culmination on your plate.

Cuisine: American, Fine Dining | Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

Palermo's 95th

4849 W. 95th St.
Oak Lawn, IL 60453

This family run, award winning restaurant specializes in authentic veal, steak, pasta, and fresh seafood creations for lunch and dinner. Established in 1961 by Ben and Nina Calderone.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Oak Lawn

Paprika

2547 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

Paprika offers freshly prepared, traditional, cooked to order Indian dishes. There is wide variety of fresh and flavorful meat and vegetarian options. This BYOB establishment has a friendly and comfortable environment.

Cuisine: Indian | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

Parachute

3500 N. Elston Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

Parachute offers a unique menu of Korean inspired dishes. Enjoy such items as baked potato Bing Bread served with sour cream butter, dolsot Bi Bim Bop, pork belly and mung bean pancakes in a comfortable modern atmosphere. The friendly and helpful service will help you get acquainted with the unusual selections on the menu.

Cuisine: Korean-American | Neighborhood: Avondale

Pelago

201 E Delaware Place
Chicago, IL 60611

Pelago is a stylish Gold Coast restaurant offering traditional Italian fare including housemade fresh pasta and seafood, an expansive wine list, and elegant service.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Gold Coast

Peppercorns Kitchen

620 Davis Street
Chicago, IL 60201

Located in downtown Evanston, Peppercorns Kitchen is a trim restaurant offering a flavorful mix of authentically spicy Sichuan cuisine including dishes with unusual ingredients.

Cuisine: Chinese | Neighborhood: Evanston

Piece Brewery and Pizzeria

1927 W. North Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Piece unites classic New Haven-style thin crust pizza with award-winning microbrews in a spacious loft setting. We opened in July 2001 after transforming a roofing company garage into a casual pizzeria complete with a skylite ceiling and sunken lounge area.

Cuisine: Pizza, Italian, American | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Pops for Champagne

601 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60611

A champagne bar with over 100 bottles of champagne and sparkling wines along with full bar service. The food is freshly prepared shared plates and expertly paired with the drinks. Excellent service in a hip environment featuring live music from a jazz trio three days a week.Perfect for special occasions and private parties.

Cuisine: Special Occasion, Champagne bar | Neighborhood: Near North

Potsticker House

3139 S. Halsted St.
Chicago, IL 60608

Northern Chinese food and authentic pot stickers are served.

Cuisine: Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Bridgeport / Sox

Pozoleria San Juan

1523 N. Pulaski Rd.
Chicago, IL 60651

Fresh made hominy is used for all the pozole at Pozoleria San Juan. Pozole, a soup which comes in the three colors of the Mexican flag; green, white, and red, is prepared daily along with a variety of classic Mexican dishes. Enjoy a delicious bang-for-your-buck at this neighborhood BYOB. 

Cuisine: Mexican | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Prairie Grass Cafe

601 Skokie Blvd.
Northbrook, IL 60062

Enjoy magnificently prepared meals in a warm, comfortable decor. Fresh dishes, tastefully seasoned and classically prepared, are created using locally produced products. The service is top-notch and the restaurant provides a wide selection of wines to pair with your dish.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Northbrook

Priscilla's Ultimate Soulfood

4330 W. Roosevelt Road
Hillside, IL 60162

Cafateria style Southern cuisine, all made-from-scratch.

Cuisine: Southern, Soul Food, American | Neighborhood: Hillside

Psistaria

4711 W. Touhy Ave.
Chicago, IL 60712

Psistaria offers a bountiful menu of traditional authentic Greek dishes in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. Enjoy dishes like char grilled octopus, moussaka, dolmades, lamb, fresh fish fileted tableside and flaming saganaki. Excellent service and terrifically affordable. 

Cuisine: Greek | Neighborhood: Lincolnwood

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

Qulinarnia

1730 W Golf Rd.
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

A chic but traditional restaurant serving modernized Polish favorites.

Cuisine: Polish | Neighborhood: Mount Prospect

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

Raisu

2958 W Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60618

Raisu is a comfortable Japanese spot offering nigiri, sashimi, maki, and omekase in a friendly, unassuming space. Chef Simon Liew sources his fish twice a week from Tokyo’s Tsukiji fish market.

Cuisine: Sushi | Neighborhood: Irving Park

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