The hype is right - the best burger around! Go in, sit down, have a drink, relax, and eat a classy char-burger.
CCK is a BBQ institution in the Northwest suburbs. Only open two days a week, CCK offers classic BBQ along with unique twists on BBQ staples.
A meat free Chicago institution. Serving vegan & raw foods, organic beers & wines and margaritas.
Southern comfort food is on the menu at Chicago’s Home of Chicken & Waffles. Soul food favorites like fried or smothered chicken, sweet potatoes, collard greens, and of course waffles are served all day in a comfortable, family friendly atmosphere. You’ll find great service and a great price.
Homemade pizza is masterfully cooked in an authentic coal fueled brick oven at Coalfire. The dough and sauce are made fresh daily. Expect an excellent thin crust pizza with fresh, flavorful ingredients. Enjoy a nice selection of beers and cupcakes for dessert.
Comet Cafe serves up a menu of classic mid-western comfort food, while still satisfying alternative palettes with a wide variety of flavorful and fun vegetarian and vegan options. This casual cafe has a hip, eclectic vibe.
Crisp specializes in Korean fried chicken and their signature Buddha bowls. Along with a lively atmosphere, they also offer Korean burritos and kimchee.
Edzo's offers perfectly prepared burgers, ground fresh in-house daily, at a great price. Choose from the 4 ounce griddle burger or the thick and juicy 8 ounce char burgers. There are all-beef hotdogs as well! Complete your all-American meal with a hand-dipped milkshake in a variety of flavors and hand-cut, twice-cooked fries. It's simple, fresh, and affordable. They are not open for dinner, so make sure to get there for lunch!
The restaurant is shaped like a boat. Need anymore be said?
This family run restaurant is serving up familiar Mexican fare in a colorful space. They’re open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night eats.
Bradley Rubin (ex-MK, Ghost Bar, Arnie's and more) is behind this South Loop eatery. Breakfast is served all day and includes options like stuffed challah French toast and steak and eggs. Other perks include a soda jerk who'll whip up goodies like cherry phosphates (served with the mixing tin), plus there's a barista station featuring custom-blended coffee (from Intelligentsia). There's also a deli area where you can grab goods by the pound (like sliced meats and salads).
A Korean counter service restaurant featuring classic Korean dishes, along with tacos and fusion snacks. En Hakkore is nestled in the Wicker Park neighborhood.
A Polish and Italian tavern style eatery, Flo & Santos offers delicious pizza as well as Polish classics like pierogis and kielbasa. Thin, crispy pizza is made from scratch daily. The pork wings smothered in buffalo sauce are a favorite. It’s a great place to watch your favorite sports game. Large portions and friendly service keep people coming back.
Under new ownership.
A small (17 table), authentic Italian restaurant with classically good food and local renown.
An Italian restaurant and grocery store that serves over nine flavors of freshly made gelati per day.
A family run rib joint with a firey secret sauce. The location is much bigger than where they first opened, so expect to enjoy your food and classic sides while admiring their custom made 8-foot smoker.
Enjoy a classic American favorite done to perfection at Honey Butter Fried Chicken. Chicken is served with a tub of honey butter that you spread atop and let melt right in making for a delicious fried chicken experience. The farm-to-table sides are fresh and plentiful at well. The bar includes a number of craft cocktail and beers.
A beer tavern with mostly authentic Belgian food and beer.
A small and green ladden Costa Rican restaurant that draws a wide variety of guests who come for the restaurants authenticity and charm.
JAM is an upscale diner serving a new American take on breakfast and lunch. They also have an extensive brunch drink menu.
Jim’s Original is an old-school hotdog stand with top-quality ingredients and fast, friendly service. They first opened in 1939 and have continued to be a South Side staple for over 70 years.
J.P. Graziano is not just the oldest Italian market in Chicago, but an amazing “old-school” Italian sub shop as well. Delicious soups, seasonal salads, and deli sandwiches piled high with savory meats are served with a wide selection of imported cheeses, olive oils, pastas, and more. All at a great price too.
Kabobi Grill is a mix of Persian and Mediterranean cuisine. They are focused on their massive platters of grilled kebob and rice, but there is also an array of vegetarian selections available on the menu.
Katy’s Dumpling house is an inviting space that features Chinese and Pan-Asian food. Their handmade noodles and dumplings are features on the menu.