Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Chicago

Caroline M. • March 18, 2019One of my top 5 favorite restaurants in Chicago. Beautiful space with a great outdoor area in the summer. Big fan of the crispy short rib, hummus, and the stracciatella...but everything is delicious.

elizabeth S. • December 30, 2012Amazing food. Fun-filled, lively environment! Great place for dinner/drinks with friends!

Marie L. • May 30, 2023Filet mignon cooked to perfection and excellent sides, order the steamed broccoli. Decor and music are a mood.

Sarah K. • August 7, 2014Sandwiches. Italian speciality groceries like cheese, olive oil, pasta. The best customer service. Make you feel like family.

Bee W. • January 8, 2016This place has an awesome ambiance! The area is also great!

Apo M. • March 9, 2014Great place! Very cozy . Chief's choice menu is yummy

Michael H. • August 16, 2014Pepperoni and whipped ricotta. One of the best pizza's in Chicago.

Anthony P. • July 26, 2016Great setup—long lines on weekends but perfect for meeting up during the week. Super friendly staff.

D J. • June 9, 2017The best iced lattes ever, great staff and fun music!!

Kim A. • February 2, 2019The Arancini at Monteverde might be the best you can have on this side of the Atlantic while I believe Chef can give the ones in Rome a challenge as well.

Austin K. • April 7, 2010The Italian sub is killer of course but for something lighter, try the Caprese with prosciutto and mild giardiniera

Tan • October 26, 2018Cool place! Best old fashion ever!!! Good homemade sourdough with mussels

Noah M. • March 29, 2017Great neighborhood option. Excellent staff. Pork burger & charcuterie plate are out of this world.

It's A Major Plus • November 27, 2017The pastries are delicious. Get the Cà Phê Trứng (coffee+vanilla egg custard) - SO GOOD. Pork banh mi is also delicious.

Matthew H. • July 7, 2018The brunch dim sum is excellent. So many awesome flavors. Excellent atmosphere, music and service.

Ron H. • September 27, 2011The beef sandwich with mushroom gravy and cheddar is awesome!

Steve R. • December 13, 2018Amazing new place. Great beer, great food, chill space and folks. Great place to hang.

AFAR Media • August 4, 2014I had Au Cheval's meaty double patty, ooey gooey cheeseburger three days ago and I'm still dreaming about it. It is the best burger I've ever had hands down.

Adriana • July 8, 2015Loved it! Multigrain bread, goat belly, cauliflower.

Chirag P. • March 4, 2012you can get pizza by the slice and it's great. soft mid sized crust. neck and neck with coalfire as best in the hood

Dane D. • August 31, 2018Get the big family style stuff to share!

Garrett J. • November 1, 2021Hiroshima style okonomiyaki is my favorite, everything is incredible though. One of my favorite places to bring guests

Blair K. • December 8, 2022Creative and tasty cocktails

Cesar A. • March 2, 2013Really good balanced breakfast n very friendly service. Small yet warm n welcoming place! I give it an 8 on a scale of 10!!! I recommend it! They only open for breakfast!

Erich W. • March 26, 2016Porterhouse for 2 is a great deal and probably one of the best steaks you'll have in your life. Soy, chili + lime sprouts as a side.

Frances C. • June 18, 2012Chicken salad sandwich, black bean burger, TUXEDO CHEESECAKE. The best and sweetest staff.

Alexandre M. • June 12, 2023Great place, full of amazing food options, inside and outside seating. Worth a visit.

Manoj A. • March 28, 2021Incredible drinks, food and ambiance. with big windows it’s perfect on a sunny day. one of my fav chicago restaurants

Marie L. • May 28, 2023Visited for brunch. Lots of fresh and healthy options to start the day. Laidback atmosphere, good mix of families and friend groups. Snag a table on the patio.