4. Frontera Grill
8.7
445 N Clark St (btwn Illinois St & Hubbard St), Chicago, IL
Mexican Restaurant · River North · 256 tips and reviews
Eater: Ballers know the Splurge Margarita is the way to go with cognac barrel-aged tequila, Grand Marnier, cognac-infused Pineau des Charantes, fresh lime, and gold leaf. Read more.
Allison Kaminski: Can't go wrong here!! The mole dishes are great. Get the ceviche for an appetizer
Kendra Campbell-Milburn: Try the mole. Trust me, even if you don't usually like mole, you will like this mole. Rick Bayless is a god of cuisine!
5. Roanoke
7.3
11 S La Salle St, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 34 tips and reviews
ISC Chicago: MONKEY BUSINESS (Monkey Shoulder, Tempus Fugit Banane, Real Banana, Q Ginger Beer, Fresh Lime): very refreshing
Christopher Floss: A welcome addition to Madison Street in the #chicago #loop. Convenient location for #lunch and a perfect place for #happyhour after work. The clam chowder is perfect for the cold #winter months.
Jon B.: The shaved lamb burger was quite good.
7. The Wormhole Coffee
9.1
1462 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Honore St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Wicker Park · 250 tips and reviews
Time Out Chicago: Try the Rocket Sauce from our 100 Best list: It’s the most refreshing iced tea known to sticky summer days, boosted with ginger syrup and fresh lime juice.
Robbie Siron: The vibe here is amazing. Guest espressos make for a community atmosphere. Plus, the nerdy decor and the DeLorean are on point.
Time Out Chicago: This time-travel-themed (it has a DeLorean in the front) coffee shop has a small selection of baked goods from Fritz Pastry, Cheerios and other assorted cereals; and talented baristas.
8. Nonnina
8.7
340 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · Near North Side · 22 tips and reviews
Amanda Zinn: Really delicious! The sword fish was amazing and the spinach pasta was so so good too.
Hailey: Restaurant is gorgeous! Excellent service, and the food was incredible. The atmosphere is perfect. Cozy dining areas, and the wait staff will treat you like family. 5 out of 5 stars from me!
Tim Backus: Cozy and delicious. The sommelier is on point.
O. K.: The beef Carpaccio and the pastas are always a delight, and everything else is absolutely delicious. This is one of my favorite restaurants in Chicago.
Stephen Lawrence: Get the fried calamari, frutti de mare and of course the tiramisu!!!!
Time Out Chicago: The toughest part of Mom's brunch here will be choosing between the smoked salmon omelette, the eggs Benedict and the fried eggs with spicy pesto.