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The English Room

255 E. Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045

The English Room is fine dining located in the Deer Path Inn on Chicago’s North Shore. Featuring an extensive wine list and an inspired menu, you’ll feel transported to a royal dining hall when you step in the door.

Cuisine: British | Neighborhood: Lake Forest

Enoteca Roma

2146 W. Division St.
Chicago, IL 60622

A classic Italian restaurant, with bold rustic flavors. The ever changing menu includes a cuisine that is both seasonal and regional, providing a wide selection of wines.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Erie Café

536 W. Erie Street
Chicago, IL 60654

A classic Chicago steakhouse with a club-like atmosphere that is perfect for casually elegant dining. Offers a banquet hall and seasonal outdoor seating along the Chicago River.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: River North

Eris Brewery

4240 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641

An upscale brewery with an approachable but inventive New American brunch/dinner menu with a large selection of house ciders and craft brew.

Cuisine: New American | Neighborhood: Old Irving Park

Ethiopian Diamond

6120 N. Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660

Dining in Ethiopia is characterized by the ritual breaking of injera and eating from the same plate, signifying the bonds of loyalty and friendship. Enjoy authentic African cuisine intimately with your company.

Cuisine: African, Ethiopian | Neighborhood: Edgewater

Fat Rice

2957 W. Diversey Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

The menu at Fat Rice combines traditional Asian flavors with exotic ingredients. It’s a casual atmosphere with communal tables and a full-service bar.

Cuisine: Asian | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Federales

180 North Morgan Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Federales is a lofty, open-air tequila and taco concept with an energetic, fun atmosphere.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern | Neighborhood: West Loop

Fig & Olive

104 E. Oak St.
Chicago, IL 60610

Fig & Olive offers a menu of Mediterranean dishes, also inspired by Italian and Spanish cuisines. Discover exquisitely presented dishes and a creative cocktail menu. Enjoy the seasonal menu in a light and airy space with an elegant bar area.

Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean, French | Neighborhood: Gold Coast, Near North

Firefly Grill

1810 Avenue of Mid America
Effingham, IL 62401

Firefly Grill rivals the best urban restaurants with its fresh farm-to-table cuisine and modern feel.  A creative and inventive menu, attentive service, and a nice selection of craft beers make this a “must-stop” dining option.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Effingham

Flavor

3315 Vollmer Road
Flossmoor, IL 60422

The food is great and "flavor-ful", the service is considered by many to be a cut above the rest, and the award winning jazz is a treat not common to the south suburbs.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Flossmoor

Flo

1434 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60642

The place is both a gallery for folk art and a funky cafe that specializes in New Mexican cooking (there are subtle differences between this cuisine and Tex-Mex, or California Mex, or Mex Mex). Flo gets its peppers directly from a farmer in New Mexico, so the taste is as genuine as anything in Santa Fe.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Southwestern, American | Neighborhood: West Town

Fogo de Chao

661 N. LaSalle
Chicago, IL 60610

Enjoy the truly unique steakhouse atmosphere from Rio Grande do Sul in Southern Brazil. Meats are seasoned to perfection and slow-roasted over an open flame to capture their individual flavor. The savory cuts are presented on skewers and carved tableside by authentic chefs.

Cuisine: South American, Steakhouse, Brazilian, American | Neighborhood: River North

Forbidden Root

1746 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

As Chicago’s first botanical brewery, Forbidden Root aims to create seasonal dishes that highlight their unique craft beers.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

Forno Rosso

3719 N. Harlem Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634

Forno Rosso offers a delicious wood burning oven Neopolitan-style pizza and other authentic Italian dishes. The food is fresh, delicious and fast.  Incredible cocktails. The atmosphere is modern and welcoming.  The service is excellent.

Cuisine: Pizza, Italian | Neighborhood: Dunning

Francesca's Vicinato

12960 S. LaGrange
Palos Park, IL 60464

Francesca's Vicinato brings to Palos Park a restaurant with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, good, simple cooking, friendly service and fair prices. The menu features the zesty earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Palos Heights / Hills / Park

Friendship Chinese

2830 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

A casual and traditional Chinese restaurant with all the favorite dishes.

Cuisine: Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Froggy's French Cafe

306 Green Bay Road
Highwood, IL 60040

The regional French cuisine and the wide selection of wines lure foodies to this North Shore staple. Original artwork by Jacqueline Lefeuvre, wife of the chef/owner, lines the walls and is available for sale. Order individual entrees or try the chef-selected menu of hot and cold appetizers, sorbet, entree and dessert, which is available for a fixed price at lunch and dinner. Vegetarian options are also available for dinner and meals can be prepared to accommodate other dietary needs.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Highwood

Frontier

1072 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Frontier offers a unique dining experience in a rustic tavern atmosphere. The menu includes a variety of exotic meat options and inventive side combinations.   Groups can enjoy whole animal service carved tableside served family style with sides.  The menu also includes exotic meats like bison, kangaroo, turtle, or alligator.  The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxed and they have a great cocktail and beer menu.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Fulton Market Kitchen

311 N Sangamon St.
Chicago, IL 60607

Part restaurant, part bar and part art gallery. Globally inspired food and quirky cocktails all served in a space unlike any other.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Near West Side

The Gage

24 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60603

The Gage is a vibrant bar and restaurant, serving American cuisine with global influences. Enjoy a classic pub feel contrasted by a quality fine-dining experience. Plentiful dishes are offered on an eclectic and creative menu that includes rare items like Scottish eggs or chilled watermelon soup. Guinness is on tap, the wine list is extensive, and the desserts are divine. The service is attentive and knowledgeable.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Loop

Gale Street Inn

4914 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630

For over forty years, the Gale Street Inn has been renowned as one of Chicago's favorite places for BBQ Ribs. Also, try steaks, chops or fresh seafood selections.

Cuisine: American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Jefferson Park

Garifuna Flava

2515 W. 63rd Street
Chicago, IL 60629

Named for the Garifuna people of Central America, Garifuna Flava provides Caribbean, Latin, and indigenous Garifuna cuisine in dishes that are full of culture and tradition. The restaurant provides a full bar and a banquet hall.

Cuisine: South American, Belizean | Neighborhood: Gage Park

Gather

4539 N. Lincoln
Chicago, IL 60625

Gather offers a locally sourced menu in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. A season menu is paired with an excellent wine selection. The ambiance is enhanced by the open kitchen design. A restaurant that is perfect for any occasion.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood:

Geja's

340 W. Armitage
Chicago, IL 60614

Fondue served as an intimate and romantic experience within a dark and sultry dining room.

Cuisine: Fondue, French | Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

Gene & Georgetti

500 N. Franklin
Chicago, IL 60610

A throwback to the old days steak house. Think fans of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Dress is generally business nice or similar.

Cuisine: Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: River North

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