Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Little Italy, Chicago

Beeee • June 23, 2017I had the Linguine Con Scampi, it is not the best I've ever had but definitely great! Highlight the Chocolate Moose Cake!

Nancy • October 19, 2012Try the pancakes, delish! Nice, small, intimate brunch spot, a personal favorite.

Rob R. • April 7, 2011Now that I have been in Chicago for a couple years, I can honestly say - best sandwiches in the area. Maybe beat in Chicago.

Veronica T. • March 8, 2013Always a go to favorite in the summer! My favorite is pineapple and cherry! But for newbies lemon is the original flavor and always a classic

Tiffany W. • August 14, 2016best bakery in the area. their marble cake donut is shatteringly crisp yet soft and moist on the inside.

Tricia S. • April 13, 2013Yum Yum! Best subs ever. Open till 4pm on Saturday❤

Serious Eats • May 21, 2013No other Italian beef in town tastes quite like the original Al's #1 Italian Beef. The meat roasts with a collection of spices, accentuating each bite while never overwhelming the beefy flavor.

Serious Eats • September 16, 2013The original Maxwell Street stand may have moved a few times, but it's still a classic.

Steven F. • March 25, 2010Biscuits the size of your head, Homemade pancakes specials, soul food style breakfast... well worth the wait.

Michelle • April 22, 2011The pizza Pompei might be the best slice in town! Similar to tomato pie for you east coasters!

Trish N. • May 14, 2015A delicious assortment of goodies! Try one of their "Hot Stone" desserts, you won't be disappointed!

Paul A. • October 7, 2016A Chicago institution. Old school Italian in unpretentious settings. Cash only!

Ryan U. • September 4, 2013Here's the thing... Order the brisket, corn pudding, fried green tomatoes, potatoes, Reece's desert, and then thank me later!! Amazing service too!!

Kayla B. • December 18, 2013Forever Yogurt has a ton of options. It's great because you can make it your own.

Explore Chicago • April 18, 2012Catering to all tastes, Skinnie Piggy Cupcakes serves an assortment of vegan cupckaes along with a delicious variety of of regular cupcakes and bulk candy.

Eddy G. • November 3, 2015The craft beer sampler is a great way to start your night

Kathryn J. • January 25, 2010Get the chopped salad. Quite possibly best in the city. Great bartenders - best ambiance. Very old school.

Kevin M. • January 4, 2020Quite possibly Chicago’s best fish tacos and the empanadas are also unrivaled.

Alicja M. • January 28, 2019Very tasty food! Amazing appetizers ( crab crunch and jalapeño bomb). Everything I ordered is always perfect. After visiting many fancy sushi restaurants this is my favorite place to go.

Redeye Chicago • March 18, 2015The honey grilled pork banh mi is one of the very best in Chicago. The baguette used is crusty and wafts a fresh yeasty perfume with every bite.

Elena Jacobs L. • July 29, 2017The Moulin Rouge cocktail! Brilliant!

Heather B. • September 20, 2015Cheese fries & fish sandwich. On point. 👌🏼 I'm drooling just thinking about it!

Charles P. • February 16, 2020Love there spicy turkey lettuce wrap

Suzy M. • March 4, 2013Love the exposed brick. And the Chai Latte is great! The people are super sweet and there are always places to sit.

Vilma T. • March 13, 2021Delicious 🍦.

Karna M. • July 7, 2014They have one of the best chicken shawarmas in chitown right on w taylor street. Try jubranos as well

Loren G. • June 1, 2014Great little gem in the heart of little Eatily. Pad Thai or pad sew-ew is the way to go here.

Kimba M. • October 16, 2011Try any bruschetta they're serving...tried Romano the first time and Toscana the second...both delicioso! Molto benne!

Patrick E. • February 9, 2018Excellent service. Delicious food. Great burritos.