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Oasis CafeSee Oasis Cafe Video ($)
(472 ratings)

21 N Wabash Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 443-9534
  • Falafel & Hummus Plate
    ground chickpeas deep-fried in vegetable oil, hummus, decorated w/ vegetables & served w/ tahini sauce & pita; looks good
4.0 out of 5
472 ratings
Mediterranean takeout & delivery restaurant located at the back of a jewelry store
Pequod's PizzeriaSee Pequod's Pizzeria Video ($$)
(7861 ratings)

2207 N Clybourn Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 327-1512
pequodspizza.com/chicago/
  • Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza
    thick-crust pizza w/ cheesy, crispy edge-crust; looks good
  • Italian Sausage Pan Pizza
    thick crust pizza w/ layer of cheese complementing the crust & forming a caramelized cheesy, crispy edge, w/ sauce & Italian sausage; looks good
4.0 out of 5
7861 ratings
#2 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Pizza); est. 1970; known for "unique atmosphere & great pizza" (from its website)
Portillo's Hot DogsSee Portillo's Hot Dogs Video ($)
(6710 ratings)

100 W Ontario Map It!
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 587-8910
www.portillos.com/locatio...
  • Jumbo Hot Dog
    steamed hot dog, mustard, relish, celery salt, onion, tomato, kosher pickle & sport peppers on a steamed poppy seed bun; "fire!" "umami at it's finest" -Jeremy McBryde
  • Chocolate Cake Milkshake
    2-layer chocolate cake w/ icing blended in to milkshake; looks good
4.0 out of 5
6710 ratings
est. 1963; "known for our famous Chicago-style hot dogs" (from its website) plus sandwiches, salads, fries & dessert; 70+ locations;
Proxi ($$$)
(521 ratings)

565 W Randolph St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 466-1950
www.proxichicago.com
  • Tempura Elotes
    corn fritters topped w/ Japanese mayo, Grana Padano cheese, chives, lime & chili powder; "pure, deep-fried fantastic-ness!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good
4.0 out of 5
521 ratings
est. 2017; features global street food & multi-cultural cuisine
PublicanSee Publican Video ($$$)
(3408 ratings)

837 W Fulton Market Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 733-9555
thepublicanrestaurant.com
  • PQM Burger
    caramelized onions, Dijon sauce mix, cheese; looks good
  • Spicy Pork Rinds
  • Avocado Salad
    tomato, cucumber, shabazi & fried garlic
  • Braised Pork Belly
4.0 out of 5
3408 ratings
beer-focused restaurant offering an eclectic menu inspired by simple farmhouse fare in a space evocative of a European beer hall
Publican Quality Meats ($$)
(669 ratings)

825 W Fulton Market St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 445-8977
www.publicanqualitymeats....
  • "P.Q.M." or Publican Burger
    Slagel beef patty topped w/ lettuce, cheese, caramelized onion, fried shallots & special sauce on a toasted bun; looks good
4.0 out of 5
669 ratings
opened in 2012; butcher shop & American cafe serving sandwiches, salads & soups
River RoastSee River Roast Video ($$)
(1209 ratings)

315 N La Salle Dr Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 822-0100
riverroastchicago.com
  • Whole Roasted Chicken
    "it's a magical experience!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good; signature dish; applewood smoked & juicy, RR potatoes; carved table-side; looks good
  • Rack of Pork
    Berkshire cider-brined & apple smoked, cornbread; carved table-side & served w/ apple cider sauce
4.0 out of 5
1209 ratings
est. 2014; offering dramatic city & water views from every seat--inside and out; specializing in roasted meats, fish & vegetables, known for carving at the table; owner/chef is James Beard award-winning Tony Mantuano
Roost Chicken & Biscuits ($$)
(390 ratings)

455 N Milwaukee Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 877-5738
roostisgood.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Chicago"
  • "The Stevie"
    buttermilk biscuit sandwich w/ fried chicken, bacon, egg & sharp cheddar; looks good
4.0 out of 5
390 ratings
est. 2012; traditional scratch-made comfort food
RosebudSee Rosebud Video ($$)
(704 ratings)

1500 W Taylor St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 942-1117
www.rosebudrestaurants.co...
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Pig Out!"
  • Pork Chops Calabrese
    served w/ crispy potatoes; choice of Calabrese or Cacciatore (Jeff gets it Calabrese)
4.0 out of 5
704 ratings
est. 1975
RPM SteakSee RPM Steak Video ($$$$)
(1690 ratings)

66 W Kinzie St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 284-4990
rpmsteak.com
  • 14K Chocolate Cake
    w/ milk & dark chocolate; infused w/ coffee, layered w/ ganache, coated w/ glaze & garnished w/ edible gold leaves; looks good
  • Dry-Aged Steakburger
    dry-aged for 28 days; w/ cheddar, horseradish cream, frizzled onions; looks good
  • Grilled Lamb Burger
    cucumber, feta, harissa, sesame seed bun
  • "The Duke"
    10 oz. Rib eye filet; trimmed fat is rendered separately & used to create "beef butter" used to baste steak before & during broiling
4.0 out of 5
1690 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Steak); est. 2014; "an updated take on the classic steakhouse & features nearly 2 dozen different cuts of beef sourced from the finest butchers across the globe" (from its website)
Sepia ($$$)
(1289 ratings)

123 N Jefferson St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 441-1920
www.sepiachicago.com
  • Rohan Duck
    seared duck breast, foie gras ganache, picked blueberries & carrots, sauce poivrade infused w/ chocolate; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1289 ratings
opened in 2007; built from a 19th century print shop; featuring inventive American cuisine
Sun Wah Bar-B-Que ($$)
(1902 ratings)

5039 N Broadway Map It!
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 769-1254
sunwahbbq.com
  • Beef Chow Fun
    homemade thick rice noodles, beef in soy-based sauce; looks good
  • Roast Pork
    juicy pork w/ crispy skin; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1902 ratings
serving Hong Kong style Chinese BBQ
Sunda ChicagoSee Sunda Chicago Video ($$$)
(3246 ratings)

110 W Illinois St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 644-0500
sundanewasian.com/Chicago...
  • Sumo Bloody Mary
    32-oz bloody mary topped w/ tocino grilled cheese, longanisa, lumpia egg rolls, pork belly bao bun, baked snow crab handroll, shrimp skewer, potatoes, cucumber
4.0 out of 5
3246 ratings
est. 2009; new Asian fusion cuisine w/ sushi, sashimi & nigiri, plus sakes, Asian beers, champagnes, wine & craft cocktails
Superdawg Drive-InSee Superdawg Drive-In Video ($)
(1922 ratings)

6363 N Milwaukee Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60646
(773) 763-0660
www.superdawg.com
  • Superdawg
    hot dogs
  • Hot Dog
    "Superdawg"; toppings: mustard, relish, onion, pickle, green-pickled tomato
4.0 out of 5
1922 ratings
#46 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); started as a hot dog stand in 1948; a Chicago institution, internationally known; where the hot dog statues are on top of rooftop; have car hop service
Taste of Peru ($$)
(643 ratings)

6545 N Clark St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60626
(773) 381-4540
www.tasteofperu.com
  • Tamale
    wrapped in banana leaves (rather than traditional corn husks)
  • Lomo Saltado
    Beef rib eye strips, tomatoes, onions, french fries, served over rice; looks good
4.0 out of 5
643 ratings
"I don't care if you live within 200 miles, you should walk here!"-Guy Fieri
Tre KronorSee Tre Kronor Video ($$)
(841 ratings)

3258 W Foster Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 267-9888
www.trekronorrestaurant.c...
  • Gravlax
    Aquavit cured (for 3 days) salmon with chilled asparagus and toast points; looks good
  • Swedish Meatballs
    Topped w/ gravy, served with mashed potatoes, pickled cucumbers and housemade lignonberry relish
4.0 out of 5
841 ratings
opened in 1982; Swedish & Norwegian food
Tufano's Vernon Park Tap ($$)
(545 ratings)

1073 W Vernon Park Pl Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 733-3393
sites.google.com/site/tuf...
  • Chicken Parmigiana w/ Pasta
    topped w/ "red gravy" (marinara sauce)
  • Lemon Chicken
    a specialty; chopped, seasoned & broiled & served w/ side of sliced fried potatoes
  • Veal Picante w/ Pine Nuts
    sliced veal cutlets, pounded, breaded, pan-fried & topped w/ lemon-based sauce
4.0 out of 5
545 ratings
no sign on building; family restaurant serving traditional Italian; Dick Vitale, Phil Jackson, Bob Costas have eaten here
Vito & Nick's PizzeriaSee Vito & Nick's Pizzeria Video ($$)
(1149 ratings)

8433 S Pulaski Rd Map It!
Chicago, IL 60652
(773) 735-2050
www.vitoandnick.com
  • Egg Pizza
    Fridays only
  • Italian Beef Pizza
    thin crust pizza
4.0 out of 5
1149 ratings
they throw the pizza board across the room to each other in kitchen
Al's BeefSee Al's Beef Video ($)
(603 ratings)

1079 W Taylor St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 226-4017
www.alsbeef.com
  • Italian Beef Sandwich
    have it dipped Italian beef gravy w/ Italian relish; looks good; winner of Best Sandwich (Midwest); topped w/ spicy gardinaire (Italian relish) and dipped in beef gravy; have it dipped Italian beef gravy; looks good
3.5 out of 5
603 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Sandwiches); #11 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
Food War: Al's #1 vs. Mr. Beef... Mr. Beef won (4-votes-to-1); opened in 1938; in Little Italy
Athena Greek Restaurant ($$)
(981 ratings)

212 S Halsted St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 655-0000
www.athenachicago.com
  • Saganaki
    pan fried Kaseri cheese, flambeed w/ Brandy, topped w/ lemon juice; "the greatest appetizer in the world!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good
3.5 out of 5
981 ratings
est. 1997; traditional Greek food & Mediterranean inspired atmosphere; "full of flavor & tradition" (from its website)
Chilam BalamSee Chilam Balam Video ($$)
(834 ratings)

3023 N Broadway St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60657
(773) 296-6901
chilambalamchicago.com
  • Corn Masa Memelas
    fried mini crusts topped w/ black beans, aged goat cheese, arbol salsa and dressed shoots
  • Flautas
    flautas (small rolled-up tortilla) stuffed with chicken thigh and rajas, chipotle sauce, pickled cabbage, carrots and crema; looks good
3.5 out of 5
834 ratings
"a sustainably minded BYOB restaurant serving Mexican shared plates with a farm fresh twist" (from its website); all dishes designed to share at the table; "dive w/ refined food"; recognized in multiple publications (Time Out-Chicago, Chicago Sun Times)
Fifty/50See Fifty/50 Video ($$)
(786 ratings)

2047 W Division St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 489-5050
www.thefifty50.com
  • Four-Courser Sandwich
    whole pork shoulder rubbed & smoked 13-hrs over apple wood, pulled & tossed in gouda bechamel, topped w/ deep-fried jalapenos, sweet potato chips, mac 'n cheese waffle, smokey BBQ sauce on a pretzel bun
3.5 out of 5
786 ratings
#5 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); sports bar w/ 2 full bars, 19 flat screen TVs & a restaurant that offer 3 levels, each with a different "vibe"
Gene & GeorgettiSee Gene & Georgetti Video ($$$)
(1070 ratings)

500 N Franklin St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 527-3718
www.geneandgeorgetti.com
  • Shrimp de Jonghe
    jumbo shrimp, Italian breadcrumbs & garlic wine sauce, topped w/ parsley; "butteriness coats your tongue!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good
  • Broiled Bone-In Rib Eye Steak
    20-oz steak wet-aged for 32-36 days; looks good
  • Steaks
    wet-aged
3.5 out of 5
1070 ratings
est. 1941; fine steaks, seafood & Italian specialties; celebrity sitings: Joe DiMaggio, Lucille Ball, Frank Sinatra, Russell Crow, Ron Howard
Gino's EastSee Gino's East Video ($$)
(2751 ratings)

162 E Superior St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 266-3337
www.ginoseast.com
  • Meaty Legend
    6-lb deep-dish pizza w/ pepperoni, Italian sausage, Canadian bacon & more bacon; looks good
  • Sausage Patty Style Pizza
    pan pizza; 14-16-inch "disk of sausage" (pork & beef mixture) on top of crust and cheese layers and then topped w/ tomato sauce
3.5 out of 5
2751 ratings
#24 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); opened in 1966; pizza dive w/ writing/graffiti all over the walls; long lines; can buy pizzas online & have them shipped to your location
Goddess and Grocer ($$)
(564 ratings)

1649 N Damen Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-3200
goddessandgrocer.com
  • "The Goddess Rainbow Cake"
    "6 layer rainbow cake w/ vanilla buttercream icing, rainbow sprinkles & pride" (from its website)
3.5 out of 5
564 ratings
est. 2004; offering prepared foods, local goods & international fare; known for soups, salads & sandwiches, desserts, artisanal products & more
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