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Goree Cuisine

1126 E 47th Street
Chicago, IL 60653

Senegalese cuisine is West African food influenced by North African, French and Portuguese cuisines. While fish is prominent in Senegalese cooking, Goree also offers lamb, chicken and an abundance of vegetables.

Cuisine: Senegalese | Neighborhood: Kenwood

Grand Duke's

6312 S. Harlem
Summit, IL 60501

An authentic Lithuanian restaurant with everything in between. The building is located across from the Chicago Fire stadium.

Cuisine: Lithuanian, Eastern European | Neighborhood: Midway

Greek Islands

200 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60661

The largest restaurant in Greek Town, Greek Islands offers fresh seafood, authentic Greek dishes, and a fantastic wait staff.

Cuisine: Greek | Neighborhood: Greektown

The Gundis

2909 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60657

Kurds from Syria and Turkey join together to create an authentic and eclectic Mediterranean-Middle Eastern menu. Sit and enjoy The Gundis, Chicago’s first Kurdish restaurant.

Cuisine: Middle Eastern | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Hai Yen

1055 W. Argyle
Chicago, IL 60640

Vietnamese food is an infusion of French and Chinese cuisine. Vietnamese food is incredibly healthy and is known as the cuisine of the dipping sauces. They allow you to join in on the fun of cooking Vietnamese food by letting you cook the food right at your own table with a fondue pot, soup pot or a grill.

Cuisine: Vietnamese, Chinese, Asian | Neighborhood: Uptown

Heaven on Seven

111 N. Wabash
Chicago, IL 60602

Elbow to elbow restaurant with soul food to bring you home. Hot sauce bottles line the walls and authentic music plays behing the chatter of the dining room.

Cuisine: Southern, Cajun, Cajun/Creole, American | Neighborhood: Loop

Hema's Kitchen

2439 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60659

This location just opened in September with seating for over 100 people and now, two tandoori ovens. The taste is delicious and the authentic Indian food is at it's finest.

Cuisine: Indian | Neighborhood: Devon Avenue

Herb

5424 N. Broadway St.
Chicago, IL 60640

Herb is Thai food reimagined. Their belief is that preparing fresh food helps lead a healthy lifestyle.

Cuisine: Thai | Neighborhood: Edgewater

Heritage Restaurant & Caviar Bar

2700 W Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622

This unique spot aims to bring the food of the immigrants of Chicago to today’s diner. Serving up much more than caviar, Heritage has something for everyone.

Cuisine: Eastern European | Neighborhood: West Town

Hidden Manna Cafe

3613 W. 216th St.
Matteson, IL 60443

Hidden Manna Cafe serves customers a hearty Cajun/Creole inspired menu, featuring iconic mainstays such as gumbo and jambalaya in a low-key, cozy environment

Cuisine: Cajun/Creole | Neighborhood: Matteson

Himalayan Restaurant

8265 W. Golf Road
Niles, IL 60714

Nepali influenced Asian/Indian fusion style of food is offered at the Himalayan. A helpful staff will help you with the vast menu. The menu offers an incredible amount of vegetarian dishes and the “heat” factor labels make it easy to order to your spice tolerance.

Cuisine: Indian | Neighborhood: Niles

Hog Wild

14933 S. Pulaski Road
Midlothian, IL 60445

A no-nonsense, counter-service BBQ restaurant, serving their famous succulent, tender pork chops and other classic BBQ fare.

Cuisine: American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Midlothian

Honey 1 BBQ

2241 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647

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.

Cuisine: Southern, American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

Honey Butter Fried Chicken

3361 N. Elston Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618

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.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Avondale

Honky Tonk Barbecue

1213 W. 18th St.
Chicago, IL 60608

Honky Tonk BBQ serves up Memphis-style barbecue. All of the briskets and ribs are lightly seasoned, allowing the flavor of applewood to spice the meat. Heart-healthy side dishes counter all the cholesterol, including an amazing salad of mixed greens, walnuts and blueberries.

Cuisine: American, Barbecue | Neighborhood: Pilsen / Heart of Chicago / Little Village

Hopleaf

5148 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60640

A beer tavern with mostly authentic Belgian food and beer.

Cuisine: Belgian, French | Neighborhood: Andersonville

Ignotz's Ristorante

2421 S. Oakley Ave
Chicago, IL 60608

An old-world Italian cuisine in an old Chicago speakeasy-style establishment. Ignotz Ristorante offers a classic Italian menu and is known for its thin crust pizza and veal dishes. Family friendly.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Heart of Italy

Inovasi

28 E. Center
Lake Bluff, IL 60044

Enjoy an ever changing menu of locally sustainable organic ingredients in a fine dining atmosphere at Inovasi. The service is top notch, as you enjoy uniquely prepared Contemporary American dishes in a quiet and relaxed space. Enjoy live music on Wednesdays.

Cuisine: American, Contemporary | Neighborhood: Lake Bluff

Irazu

1865 N. Milwaukee
Chicago, IL 60647

A small and green ladden Costa Rican restaurant that draws a wide variety of guests who come for the restaurants authenticity and charm.

Cuisine: South American, Costa Rican | Neighborhood: Wicker Park / Bucktown

Isla Pilipina

2501 W. Lawrence Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

A storefront restaurant with a hip atmosphere that features authentic Filipino food.

Cuisine: Asian, Filipino | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

Italian Village

71 W. Monroe
Chicago, IL 60623

This is one of Chicago’s oldest restaurants and it is still run by the original Capitanini family. A classic Italian menu is complemented by a professional and knowledgeable staff serving you in a warm and whimsical Italian village setting that is really three restaurants in one place: The Village, La Cantina Enoteca, and Vivere.

Cuisine: Italian | Neighborhood: Loop

Ja' Grill

1510 E. Harper Ct.
Chicago, IL 60615

Ja’ Grill is the place to go in Chicago for perfectly prepared Jamaican cuisine. You’ll discover incredibly vibrant flavors with the jerk and curry dishes, as well as classics like plantains, rice & beans, oxtail and goat dishes. The vibe is cool and lively.

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

JAM

3057 West Logan Blvd
Chicago, IL 60647

JAM is an upscale diner serving a new American take on breakfast and lunch. They also have an extensive brunch drink menu.

Cuisine: American | Neighborhood: Logan Square

Jennivee's Bakery

3301 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657
Jennivee’s is a cozy, chic, late-night BYOB bakery in Lakeview. The LGBTQ-friendly establishment specializes in a wide range of desserts from around the globe.
Cuisine: Bakery | Neighborhood: Lakeview

Jibek Jolu Central Asian Restaurant

5047 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625

Jibek Jolu offers a rare Kyrgyzstani menu to Chicago. It is a Central Asian mix of cuisines from Russia, Turkey, China, India, Afghanistan, and more. This family run restaurant offers a variety of flavorful meat dishes, savory pies, home made noodles, as well as dumplings. A cultural cuisine adventure.

Cuisine: Russian, Asian, Eastern European | Neighborhood: Lincoln Square

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