1. The Dawson
8.6
732 W Grand Ave (at N Halsted St), Chicago, IL
New American Restaurant · Fulton River District · 96 tips and reviews
Redeye Chicago: The BBQ Bloody offers plenty of kick, blending vodka, Dr. Pepper barbecue sauce, tomato, cheddar, jalapeno and onion. If whiskey's more your style, try the Brunch Manhattan. Read more.
Karla Paola: Mahi-mahi fish tacos, ceviche with tiger milk and the octopus absolutely tasty and for dessert you need to try strawberry cheesecake and pistachio ice cream😋 I will definitely come back !
Serious Eats: You'll find cocktails, a daily dram, and an assortment of non-alcoholic concoctions from an in-house soda jerk here.
3. Nori
8.7
1235 W Devon Ave (at Magnolia Ave), Chicago, IL
Sushi Restaurant · Edgewater · 15 tips and reviews
Ryan Glover: Nigiri is killer. Hamachi, Ebi, and Tuna never let down. Simple maki like Negihama roll are great, too.
Michelle Vrkljan: Had sushi for the first time :3 it was awesome! Definitely recommend this place!
Alison K.: Spicy miso soup!
5. Nick's Drive-In
8.6
7216 N Harlem Ave (at Touhy Ave), Chicago, IL
Greek Restaurant · Edison Park · 12 tips and reviews
Pablo DePacas: Great local food. Owned by old Greek family. Gryo's are great, pizza puff is also a winner
Russell Schultz: Get the Gyros Plate and an extra pita - PLENTY for two!!!
Pablo DePacas: Old school Greek place. Family owned, good prices great food and a friendly staff. Hard to find such good local food now adays.
7. Bandit
8.4
841 W Randolph St (Green), Chicago, IL
Bar · West Town · 10 tips and reviews
Manoj Ambalavanan: Great brunch. Dinner is elevated bar food with the burger, cauliflower and funnel cake as the major hits. Cocktail and happy hour seem robust as well
Jon B.: The Disco Waffle Fries and The Diplomat were both excellent, and perfectly shareable.
Christian Rebello: Diplomat, great for sharing!
11. Windy City Gyros
8.7
3932 N Broadway St (at Clarendon Ave.), Chicago, IL
Hot Dog Joint · Lakeview · 25 tips and reviews
Ron Willis: Love the Grilled Chicken Pita my favorite spot for that and they open late
Jason T: It's pronounced YEAR-OH not jyro
Serious Eats: The gyro meat is some of the crispiest around, cooked until it's deeply caramelized and brown. The whole package is an absolute mess, but it's one that's done right.
Tarun Anjan: Recommend the San Clemente Sandwich on pretzel bread - add jalapeños & Onions
Cheapism: Try unique and healthy lunch sandwiches for under $6, and that includes a choice of a side. Read more: http://www.cheapism.com/p/cheap-downtown-chicago-restaurants.mhtml#ixzz2kQd7jC8w
Steph McG: The chimichurri alone makes this place great- add to endless, good for you options and you've got a better than avg. Lunch place
15. La Villa
8.7
3638 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Old Irving Park · 37 tips and reviews
Nina Cebenko: The BEST neighborhood spot for Italian/pizza. My family has been going here for over 20 yrs. Free liter of soda with pizza delivery over $10!!
Kirb Torres: Some of my favorite Chicago deep dish pizza. Try the spinach and sausage thin crust or deep dish.
Nicole P: Best Italian food in Chicago. Homemade and made to order, you can't go wrong. Come with a full stomach, portions are huge and service is wonderul!