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If you are looking for casual dining in Chicago , I wouldn't normally send you to a nationwide fast food chain. However, you have not seen any fast food place like Chicago 's famous Rock and Roll McDonalds. It's really nice on the inside and not your local burger joint. Yes, on the ground floor you can still have your "quarter pounder with cheese",... Read More

I've mentioned Pompeii before, but it bares repeating. I regularly go to Pompeii for their great casual restaurant setting that features fresh made salads, soups, pasta, and their pizza. I never know what to order because it all looks so good. I always keep it safe and have something that I've already tried. Now, you can go to Pompeii's pleasant... Read More

Lou Malnati's Chicago style pizza is such a favorite pizza joint for Windy City locals that many will introduce their out-of-town "newbies" to the taste right from the airport. If you are in the mood for true Chicago style pizza, this is it. If you don't know what makes a Chicago style pizza, all I can say is "knife and fork". Also, the order of the... Read More

Although it is no longer Chicago 's own Marshal Fields, Macy's has continued the tradition of its Walnut Room fine dining. Unusual for fine dining restaurants, couples or families are welcomed in this white table clothed, elegantly garnished room. The beautiful, several story Christmas tree at the center of the room makes you feel like you are... Read More

I have been looking for a Chicago restaurant that serves a nice simple breakfast and I think I may have found it. The place is called the Hot Spot and it focuses on good food and casual dining. I saw this video that the owner made on Youtube. The lighting is poor in the recording but the number of people in the restaurant for breakfast is... Read More

I have recently discovered Tru, located at 676. St. Clair St. , Chicago . It's a marvelous concoction of ideas about how a Chicago restaurant should look and feel. It is ultra modern sheik with an emphasis on trendy art, both with their french food and their decor. This fine restaurant wants to "wow" you the moment you enter. Its bold rich black fabric... Read More

I have recently discovered Tru, located at 676. St. Clair St. , Chicago . It's a marvelous concoction of ideas about how a Chicago restaurant should look and feel. It is ultra modern sheik with an emphasis on trendy art, both with their french food and their decor. This fine restaurant wants to "wow" you the moment you enter. Its bold rich black fabric... Read More

The Village, open since 1927, offers great Italian Food for visitors to Chicago’s Loop. By locals, it's been rated one of the best for years. Located on the second floor at 71 W. Monroe, The Village is a deliciously romantic fine dining experience to be enjoyed by couples who can appreciate authentic Italian and want to stay on a budget. This... Read More

The Village, open since 1927, offers great Italian Food for visitors to Chicago’s Loop. By locals, it's been rated one of the best for years. Located on the second floor at 71 W. Monroe, The Village is a deliciously romantic fine dining experience to be enjoyed by couples who can appreciate authentic Italian and want to stay on a budget. This... Read More

I was recently at the Art Institute in Chicago and I was reminded that it is a wonderful location for a great casual or fine dining meal. The Institute provides two Chicago restaurants that rarely come to mind when I am anywhere other than the Institute. Nevertheless, the cuisine and the atmosphere are wonderful.

When visiting the Museum, drop... Read More

Great Chicago Restaurants:

Introducing Carlos' French masterpieces of contemporary cuisine. In business for over 25 years, Carlos's has a menu that evolves with seasonal changes assuring the diners a meal as fresh as it is elegant. This is fine dining at its best and a Chicago restaurant worth of checking out.

Carlos' menu is unique and well planned.... Read More

Are you a visitor to Chicago and looking for the Chicago style pizza? I recommend Giordano’s. It is the typical delicious Chicago style pizza. I love to start with one of their appetizers of fresh made Bruchetta working my way around to their marvelous stuffed pizza, and finally finish-up with their delicious Tiramisu. If you are a fan of pizza of any... Read More

I just went to Zapatista’s casual restaurant and loved every bite of if. They offer wonderfully authentic Mexican food right downtown in the Chicago Loop. They have a marvelous bar loaded with fantastic margaritas, an endless list of tequila choices, and an inviting atmosphere. The rest of the restaurant is pleasant and the service is good. If you... Read More

Culver's Butter Burgers and Frozen Custard is a great casual restaurant place to stop in and get a bite while you are on the go. I have been Christmas shopping a bunch this week and I stop in for their flavor of the day custard. If you have never had frozen custard, you are in for some great food. Their great recipes for different flavors put Cold... Read More

This is one of those places that is simply delicious and has the best food anywhere for a casual dining experience. This Chicago area restaurant doesn't do just sandwiches the way others do. They put high quality meat and toppings on their freshly baked and lightly toasted rolls. I highly recommend their great Italian sandwich which is loaded with... Read More