Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Chicago

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

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.

ben m. • January 2, 2017Italian sausage and/or Italian beef with hot giardiniera are my favorites but you can't go wrong.

Patrick L. • July 7, 2013Fried Egg BLT is perfection.

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

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

Genie • July 29, 2016You must try the military coffee, especially if you're a fan of matcha and coffee like me :)

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

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

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

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.

TheOutOfTowner • September 19, 2021The waffle cone is the best! Salted peanut butter with any chocolate flavour (especially milkiest chocolate) is amazing.

A D. • March 4, 2010Great sandwhiches at reasonable prices. Prosciutto is my favorite.

Bitches Who Brunch • November 2, 2016Forno Rosso impressed us with this brand new brunch, and we think everyone should try it. So, get there before it gets so popular you have to wait to be seated!

Justine G. • February 26, 2012Tocino, eggs, & rice! Can't go wrong for a Sunday brunch :D

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.

Ross R. • October 1, 2014I go here every time I'm in Chicago. The eggs and foie is amazing. House pickle backs FTW.

Alex L. • August 19, 2010Definitely try the mocha and the chocolate croissant.

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

Todd K. • September 1, 2018So many unique flavors of pizza with unique meats, veggies and cheeses. All by the inch.

Grace A. • July 22, 2015They have the best pierogies, and a wide assortment of Ukrainian/European candy. Deli sandwiches are dirt cheap and delicious.

Matthew K. • August 6, 2014Margherita is simple and delicious. Also the staff is always ridiculously nice and helpful.

Gary G. • March 9, 2020Great Food in a great space. Bring friends so it's easier to share

Martin • April 29, 2019Rohan Duck Confit w/ Hot & Sour Glaze, Celeriac, Apple

David B. • August 22, 2015Cannoli are the best in the city!

LA D. • July 24, 2012great food, wonderful service. love love love this place.

Philip M. • February 1, 2015They do some amazing wines (that aren't even listed - asked them)! Really good food and worth a visit : )

Heather F. • October 22, 2016The ham & cheese crepes with poached eggs is now one of my favorite new breakfasts. Chilaquiles perfect as usual. LOVE THIS PLACE!

Nick • July 10, 2016The Beef and Broccoli was smoky and delicious. The Goat Lo Mein was great too.