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Taste of Peru

6545 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60626

The strip-mall location might be a bit off-putting, but once inside, the Peruvian art-clad walls transport patrons to a land where they can feast on paella and other Peruvian treats.

Cuisine: Peruvian, South American | Neighborhood: Rogers Park

Tavern

519 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Libertyville, IL 60048

From silk Thai lanterns and colorful beaded curtains that hang from the ceiling to an original Brunswick bar painted in gold and turquoise, this is clearly not your father's steakhouse. The Tavern's menu features USDA prime beef!

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Libertyville

Tavern on Rush

1031 N. Rush St.
Chicago, IL 60611

Tavern on Rush is a classic American Steakhouse that specializes in only the finest grade meat. The Tavern also specializes in fresh seafood, pasta and chicken.

Cuisine: Seafood, Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Gold Coast

Taxim

1558 N. Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60622

Taxim offers regional Greek cuisine and wines in an elegant and upscale atmosphere. Impeccable service is paired with an inspired modern menu of Mediterranean dishes.  

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Tazza Italian Ristorante

14065 S. Bell Road
Homer Glen, IL 60491

Tazza offers a quality Italian meal in a pleasant, relaxed family atmosphere. Enjoy Chef Rosie's own recipes of traditional Italian pastas, pizzas, salmon, veal, soups, and more. Portions are large and the service is excellent. A generous selection of wines is available by the bottle or the glass.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Homer Glen

Terzo Piano

Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL 60603

Located in the Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago, Terzo Piano provides Italian cuisine with a modern perspective and a menu using locally grown, mostly organic products. The interior and view of Chicago makes this perfect for a special occasion or entertaining out-of-town guests. You can also dine al fresco on the covered piazza while enjoying the spectacular views of Millennium Park. (Museum admission is not required to attend the restaurant.)

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Loop

Thai Pastry

4925 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60640

Amidst cozy and classy interiors at Thai Pastry & Restaurant, they serve authentic Thai cuisine, a creative combination of delicate herbs and distinctive spices, market-fresh ingredients and delicious tastes plus selections of homemade Thai pastry.

Cuisine: Thai, Asian | Neighborhood: Uptown

Thithi’s

9144 South Kedzie Ave
Evergreen Park, IL 60805

A unique fusion of Thai, French and Vietnamese cuisines. Well known for their one-of-a-kind specialty cocktails.

Cuisine: Vietnamese | Neighborhood: Evergreen Park

Tied House

3157 N Southport Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657

Tied House is a modern, New American restaurant connected to Schubas Tavern. With a creative food menu and cocktails to match, this airy space has a lot to offer all types of diners.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Tiparos

1540 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60610

Tiparos has served authentic Thai cuisine for fifteen years, enticing diners with delicious entrees, homemade desserts and prompt service in a warm and friendly atmosphere.

Cuisine: Thai | Neighborhood: Old Town

Topo Gigio

1516 N. Wells St.
Chicago, IL 60610

Old world Italian in a comfortable setting.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Old Town

Tortoise Club

350 N. State Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Tortoise Club offers an old school, fine dining, chop house experience. You’ll find a sophisticated menu of expertly prepared American cuisine, steaks and seafood. Enjoy live Chicago jazz music too. The service is amazing, top notch! Perfect for a special occasion.  

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Near North

Travelle

330 N. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611

Located on the second floor of the Langham Hotel, Travelle offers a beautiful view of the city and modern décor with a unique glassed-in, open kitchen in the middle of the restaurant. The menu is seasonal American fare and the service is exceptional.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: River North

Tryzub Ukrainian Kitchen

2201 W Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Tryzub is an art-filled restaurant offering updated Ukrainian food in a stylish space with takeaway options.

Cuisine: Ukrainian | Neighborhood: East Village / Ukrainian Village

Tufano's Vernon Park Tap

1073 W. Vernon Park Place
Chicago, IL 60607

An Italian joint with history. For sixty years, local regulars have been returning for the Chicago Italian ambience and nostalgia.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Little Italy

Turquoise

2147 W Roscoe Street
Chicago, IL 60618

Bringing Turkish cuisine to Roscoe Village, Turquoise bakes their bread in-house daily and aims to provide authentic yet modern Mediterranean fare.

Cuisine: Turkish | Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

Tweet

5020 N. Sheridan Rd.
Chicago, IL 60640

An eccentric and small restaurant that uses organic ingredients to create simple, yet delicious breakfasts and lunches.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Uptown

Twisted Spoke

501 N. Ogden
Chicago, IL 60622

Not your sweet Grandmother’s bistro, Twisted Spoke provides the best in bar food. Enjoy the famous Big Boy burger and fries in an eclectic biker bar atmosphere. You'll find a huge selection of whiskies and a wild selection of unique drinks. Leave the kids at home with a baby-sitter, adult films and brunch are served-up on Saturday nights as part of their "Smut & Eggs" experience.

Cuisine: Burgers, American | Neighborhood: Near West Side

Udupi Palace

2543 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Traditional southern Indian cuisine, located on Chicago's Indian neighborhood.

Cuisine: Indian | Neighborhood: Devon Avenue

Udupi Palace

2543 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Traditional southern Indian cuisine, located on Chicago's Indian neighborhood.

Cuisine: Indian | Neighborhood: Devon Avenue

Uncommon Ground

3800 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60613

Uncommon Ground features contemporary American bistro cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal, regional, organic ingredients. Come enjoy a tree-lined sidewalk cafe in the summer & 2 warm, cozy fireplaces in the winter. National music acts perform nightly in an intimate acoustic listening room while art openings feature local Chicago artists monthly.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Wrigleyville

Union Sushi

230 W. Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Not your average sushi restaurant, Union Sushi offers a wide selection of robata grill menu items and unique meats, as well as their own unusual house sushi. The vibe is electric, chic and very modern. 

Cuisine: Japanese | Neighborhood: River North

Uru Swati

2629 W. Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60659

Uru Swati offers a menu of flavorful, vegetarian Indian dishes in one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. You will find traditional samosas, dosa, masala, and paneer, as well as house-made naan and garlic breads. Very reasonably priced. Catch a little Bollywood on TV while you’re there too!  A BYOB restaurant.

Cuisine: Indian, Vegetarian | Neighborhood: West Rogers Park / West Ridge

Vermilion

10 West Hubbard
Chicago, IL 60611

The melding of contemporary Indian and Latin American cuisines with a selection of untamed regional Indian fare "Heat" - tapas, signature entrees, hedonistic desserts, boutique latin & global wines, "herb & spice" cocktails.

Cuisine: Latin American, Indian, Fusion | Neighborhood: River North

Viaggio Ristorante & Lounge

1330 W. Madison
Chicago, IL 60607

Viaggio, meaning “journey”, provides a culinary journey to the southern region of Italy. This family friendly restaurant offers a menu including a hearty assortment of homemade pasta dishes, hand-made sausage, and a meatball salad that will not leave you hungry. The dishes are plentiful and the staff will treat you like family.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Near West Side

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