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Gibsons Italia

233 N Canal St.
Chicago, IL 60606

Housemade pasta and steaks served elegantly in a posh 3-story space with unmatched views of the Chicago skyline and river.

Cuisine: Italian, Steakhouse | Neighborhood: Fulton Market District

Greenhouse Inn

6300 North Ridge Avenue
Chicago, IL 60660

A pleasant, cheerful place to relax and have lunch served by the friendliest wait-staff in town! They offer a wide variety of choices from the salad bar and hot buffet to the grill to their homemade desserts.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Chicago

Half Acre Balmoral Tap Room

2050 W. Balmoral Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625

Half Acre may be known for their beers, but they’re also serving up some creative cuisine. At the Balmoral Tap Room, the menu changes based on what day you go. It varies from pizza to brisket to ramen.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Bowmanville

Han 202

605 W. 31st Street
Chicago, IL 60616

Enjoy a prix-fixe Pan-Asian experience at Han 202. Select from beautifully plated unique dishes in a five course menu. It is fine dining at an unbelievably affordable low price. Attentive service in a comfortable charming atmosphere. Bring along your favorite wine or beer because it is BYOB.

Cuisine: Seafood, Chinese | Neighborhood: Bridgeport / Sox

Harbor House

550 N. Harbor Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Situated on the lakefront with magnificent views of the water, the Milwaukee skyline, and the nearby Milwaukee Art Museum and Pavilion, Harbor House serves up a menu that includes a fresh variety of seafood, sandwiches, and a fine selection of steaks, lamb chops, and chicken dishes. Steps from the lake, the seasonal outdoor seating is reminiscent of dining on Nantucket. Service is top notch and very accommodating. Perfect for special occasions.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Wisconsin

Hemmingway's Bistro

211 N. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302

Hemmingway's Bistro offer French cuisine using fresh local ingredients. The menu includes French classics such as Coq au Vin, Duck al' Orange, and Caussoulet Toulousain. Chef Ala brings fresh seafood in daily for dishes like wild mushroom-crusted halibut and the Parisian seafood bar offering towers of Plateau de Fruit de mer which includes oysters, clams, shrimp and lobster. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Oak Park

Hot Chocolate

1747 N. Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

Hot Chocolate Restaurant and Dessert Bar offers a comfortable atmosphere and an evolving array of high-quality, seasonal and locally-sourced food, drink, and pastry. It connects the producer to the consumer and provides a uniquely enjoyable adventure.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary, Desserts | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Il Vicinato

2435 S. Western
Chicago, IL 60608

With its checkered tablecloth and pine walls, this Italian eatery will remind you of the old days as you stuff your face with classic dishes.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Jack Gibbons

14700 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Forest, IL 60452

After 75 years, this modest steak house is still serving delicious meats with great service.

Cuisine: Seafood, Steakhouse, American | Neighborhood: Oak Forest

Kabul House

4949 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60077

While the facade of the building may not lure passerbys, the delicious traditional Afghan cusine and clean environment will surely bring back regulars.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern, Afghan | Neighborhood: Skokie

Kai Zan

2557 W. Chicago
Chicago, IL 60622

Kai Zan offers artfully crafted, fresh sushi in a comfortable atmosphere. You will find some unexpected ingredients and phenomenal uni and oyster shooters. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable.     

Cuisine: Japanese, Sushi | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Kendall College Dining Room

900 N. North Branch St.
Chicago, IL 60622

The culinary school offers Chicago residents a place where they can taste the budding skills of soon-to-be chefs in training. A portion of guest gratuity from the Dining room are put in a student scholarship fund.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: West Town

King Crab

1816 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60614

A crab house akin to those of the old days - crab shells litter the floor and tanks of crabs wait for their delicious demise.

Cuisine: Seafood | Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club

3700 N. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60613

Divas, who impersonate iconic performers and lip-sync their songs, serenade patrons as they dine on eclectic contemporary American cuisine in a bright interior that is reminiscent of 1950s supper clubs.

Cuisine: American, Fusion, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Lakeview

La Pena

4212 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641

Good portions of Ecuadorian food at its finest!

Cuisine: Latin American, South American, Ecuadorian | Neighborhood: Portage Park

La petite folie

1504 E. 55th Street
Chicago, IL 60615

White walls house this tucked away French treasure! Situated in the courtyard of the Hyde Park Shopping Center, at the corner of East 55th Street and Lake Park Boulevard, la petite folie offers a classic French food and wine for lunch and dinner.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Hyde Park / University Of Chicago

Le Bouchon

1958 N. Damen
Chicago, IL 60647

Warmth, charm and mystery makes this place a spot for many regulars! Le Bouchon of Chicago is a French bistro at Armitage & Damen.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Le Bouchon (Barack Obama Special)

1958 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

Le Bouchon offers an elegantly prepared French dining experience, but at the perfect bistro price. Regional French wines are also available.

Cuisine: French | Neighborhood: Bucktown

Little Bad Wolf

1541 West Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL

Little Bad Wolf offers an extensive selection of craft beers, artisanal cocktails and wine, while serving upscale bar food. The kitchen is open until a half an hour before close.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Andersonville

Lucky Platter

514 Main Street
Evanston, IL 60202

Eclectic diner food with a kitschy decor.

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food, Diner | Neighborhood: Evanston

Medieval Times

2001 N. Roselle Road
Schaumburg, IL 60195

Using only their hands, guests dig into many courses of medieval style food served by wenches while they watch and cheer for knights battling it out in an arena before them. Epic.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Schaumburg

Mi Tocaya Antojería

2800 W Logan Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60647

Mi Tocaya Antojería celebrates the storied and rich history of Mexico and its cuisine, crafting unique takes on Mexican mainstays with a focus on fresh, authentic places.

Cuisine: Mexican | Neighborhood: Logan Square

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

Mott Street

1401 N. Ashland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

Mott Street serves an Asian-inspired night-market menu. It’s served family-style in an eclectic atmosphere. Brunch is served Sundays.

Cuisine: Asian | Neighborhood: Bucktown

New Rebozo

1116 Madison Street
Oak Park, IL 60302

The restaurant offers a fun atmosphere offering authentic Mexican dishes, including over fourteen recipes of moles.

Cuisine: Mexican/Southwestern, Mexican | Neighborhood: Oak Park

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