Andersonville & Edgewater

Anteprima
5316 N Clark St. | 773.506.9990 | D
Honest-to-goodness, Italian home-style cooking, skillfully prepared with respect for the finest ingredients best describes this Andersonville favorite. The menu changes often, based on what's best in the market with a bias is toward local and organic producers.

Big Jones
5347 N. Clark St. | 773.275.5725 | L, D
Coastal Southern cooking is the specialty here with primary influences being the cuisines of New Orleans, the American South, and French kitchen techniques. Local and organic ingredients are featured and local craft-brewed beers are offered along with an extensive list of wines by the glass.

Broadway Cellars
5900 N. Broadway St. | 773-944-1208 | D
Opened by the former General Manager of RoseAngelis, this neighborhood bar/restaurant looks like a wine cellar, complete with wine racks flanking the walls, features good food and of course good wine in a casual atmosphere. Wines from all over the world are carefully selected and pair up nicely with menu items such as duck lasagna, soy-glazed salmon with Thai slaw, a taco steak sandwich and a smoked chicken salad. "Mix-and-match" wine flights are offered in addition to the pre-set options.

Charlie's Ale House
5308 N. Clark St. | 773-751-0141 | D
Surprisingly romantic for a casual neighborhood dining spot, thanks to its fireplaces, Charlie's expanded menu includes comfort food, burgers and sandwiches, and six varieties of flatbread pizzas. Oh yeah, there's also 20 by-the-glass wine choices.

Hamburger Mary's
5400 N. Clark St. | 773-784-6969 | L, D
Not surprisingly, burgers rule the menu here; however, comfort food entrees, healthy dining options, and an inventive selection of starters allow Mary's to please a wide range of palettes. And don't forget about Mary's Attic, the lounge space upstairs that serves a limited menu.

Jin Ju
5203 N. Clark St. | 773.334.6377
This sleek & sexy spot serves classic Korean dishes such as barbeque sparerib, bulgogi, and kim chee. Attentive staff are great at helping newcomers navigate the menu to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all.
La Donna Italian Cuisine
5146 N. Clark St. | 773-561-9400 | D
Open since 1995, fresh pasta and seafood dominate the menu, which changes weekly to reflect different regions of Italy.

Uptown

Anna Maria Pasteria
4400 N. Clark St. | 773-506-2662 | D
Once located in Lakeview, this eatery is delighting its new neighbors with affordable southern Italian cuisine.

Crew Bar & Grill
4804 N. Broadway St. | 773-784-2739 | L, D
This classic sports bar takes pride in serving up high-quality food from its unique and creative menu that changes with seasons.

Magnolia Café
1224 W. Wilson Ave. | 773-728-8785 | D
This cozy restaurant serves tasty American cuisine and its intimate atmosphere makes for the perfect date place.

Lakeview

Ann Sather
929 W. Belmont Ave. | 773-348-2378 | B, L
Always a hot spot, this traditional Swedish pancake house has a lively atmosphere, serves breakfast anytime, and is best known for its cinnamon rolls.

Arco De Cuchilleros
3445 N. Halsted St. | 773-278-4488 | D
This popular Spanish restaurant specializes in paella, tapas, and Sangria! What more could you ask for.

Cesar's
3166 N. Clark St. | 773.248.2835 | D
This original home of the "Killer Margarita" is boisterous and fun and serves up flavorful Mexican cuisine, including health-conscious menu items, using the fresh ingredients.

Cornelia's
750 W. Cornelia St. | 773.248.8333 | D
Best known for their pork chops, this Boystown favorite offers an eclectic menu that is expertly executed.

Deleece
4004 N. Southport Ave. | 773-325-1710 | D
This popular neighborhood restaurant offers an eclectic and seasonally inspired menu with everything from steaks to chicken to pastas.

Deleece Grill Pub
3313 N. Clark St. | 348.3313 | D
Offering the same casual sophistication as Deleece, this Wrigleyville sister restauris focused on grilled steaks and burgers along with a wide selection of mouth watering sides. This is a meat eaters paradise!

Firefly
3335 N. Halsted St. | 773-525-2505 | D
French inspired comfort food ­ the escargot en croute is to die for - and quality cocktails are the attraction at this relaxing and cozy Boystown favorite. Great for a first date, group dinners or people watching,

Halsted's Bar & Grill
3441 N. Halsted St. | 773.348.9696 | D
Serving more than just your typical burger and fries, this popular spot offers comfort food, salads, and Mexican fare. It's also one of the few places in the city to serve tater tots.

HB Home Bistro
3404 N. Halsted St. | D
This neighborhood restaurant serves up classic bistro food with the freshest of flavors from locally-sourced products. Portions are large and prices are low; a great combo.

Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club
3700 N. Halsted | D
Known more for their huge Martini list, the appetizer and entrée offerings are just as extensive and impressive. Plus you get entertained by the Lit Kat Divas.

La Creperie
2845 N. Clark St. | 773-837-5833 | D
It's pretty much all about crepes here, both sweet and savory, and at very affordable prices.

Las Mananitas
3523 N. Halsted St. | 773-528-2109 | L, D
Truly a community institution, the consistency of the food, the drinks, and the service makes this Mexican restaurant a favorite of many in the neighborhood.

Mia Francesca
3311 N. Clark St. | 773-281-3310 | D
This flagship Francesca restaurant is still a favorite of many looking for high-quality Italian fare featuring the zesty, earthy cuisine of Rome and the surrounding areas of Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio. This was one of the first restaurants in Chicago to encourage the lively art of dining with a contemporary, casually sophisticated trattoria ambiance, simple, rustic cooking, friendly service and fair prices.

Nookies Tree
3334 N. Halsted St. | 773-248-9888 | D
If you're in the mood for breakfast food during dinner time, then Nookies is the perfect place. They also offer delicious lunch and dinner menu items, including homemade soups and weekly specials that elevate Nookies far beyond a typical diner. But if you're just in the mood for pancakes, waffles, and egg dishes then this is the place for you.

Palette Bistro
2834 N. Southport | 773.477.2565 | D
Offering American cuisine inspired by global flavors and influences, Palette Bistro is romantic spot with friendly attentive service and a comfortable ambiance.

Sola
3868 N. Lincoln Ave. | 773-327-3868 | D
Garnering rave reviews both locally and nationally, Sola's seasonal menu includes selection such as peppered tuna with black beluga lentils and braised short ribs with glazed Brussels sprouts and truffle-laced white polenta..

Stella's Diner
3042 N. Broadway St. | 773-472-9040 | D
A diner in look and feel, the ambitious menu takes the food up a notch with Cajun offerings and other interesting items. And the milkshakes are to die for!

The Chicago Diner
3411 N. Halsted St. | 773-935-6696 | B, L, D
This grand-daddy of Chicago vegetarian restaurants has been serving up tasty organic and vegan fare long before it was popular to do so.

Wilde Bar & Restaurant
3130 N. Broadway | 773.244.0404 | D
This cozy upscale Irish pub offers a laid back and warm atmosphere and a wide ranging menu that is sure to please.

Downtown

312 Chicago
136 N. L:aSalle St. | 312.696.2420 | D
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago in the Loop, this popular spot for businessmen, politicians, shoppers, and theater-goers offers a creative and extensive menu filled with lots of Italian flavors.

Carnivale
702 W. Fulton Market | 312-850-5005 | L, D
One of Chicago's most lively night spots, this Nuevo Latino restaurant features the cuisine of Brazil, Puerto Rico, Cuba and Colombia.

Ristorante Prosecco
710 N. Wells St | 312.951.9500 | L, D
One of Chicago's most elegant and talked about dining rooms is chic and yet not pretentious while serving sophisticated, regional comfort foods from Italy's 20 regions.

Salpicon
1252 N. Wells St. | 312-988-7811 | D
Authentic classic and contemporary Mexico City cuisine is featured at this upscale restaurant that also has an impressive wine and tequila lists.

Signature Room at the 95th
875 N. Michigan Ave. | 312-280-0461 | L, D
High atop the John Hancock building, the Signature Room offers contemporary American fare, including steaks, roasted rack of lamb, and decadent desserts.

The Dining Room @ Kendall College
900 N. North Branch St. | 312.752.2000 | L, D
Offerimng amazing views of Chicago's skyline, The Dining Room offers dinners the opportunity to taste the classroom projects of chefs-in-training at Kendall College, featuring American Contemporary, French, and International Fusion cuisine.

Vinci
1732 N. Halsted St. | 312-266-1199 | D
Robust regional Italian food, including antipasti, pizza, salads, pasta and other dishes are featured at this rustic restaurant.

Wicker Park

Club Lucky
1824 N. Wabansia Ave. | 773-227-2300 | L, D
This Italian supper club has maybe Chicago's best offering of Martinis and stuffed olives as well a menu filled with Silician specialties.

Francesca's Forno
1576 N. Milwaukee Ave. | 773-770-0184 | D
Sharing and small plate tapas, Italian style, are featured at this Francesca outpost.

Silver Cloud
1700 N. Damen Ave. | 773-489-6212 | L, D
This elegant and cozy diner serves old-fashioned comfort food such as pot roast, chicken pot pie, and meatloaf.

Suburbs

Bluegrass
1636 Old Deerfield Rd., Highland Park | 847-831-0595 | D
This casual American restaurant features an eclectic lineup: from burgers and salads to steaks and seafood.

Cucina Paradiso
814 North Blvd., Oak Park | 708-848-3434 | D
The changing weekly menu offers updated takes on Italian classics such as veal saltimbocca and braciole made with pork tenderloin and a bechamel sauce.