The best restaurants in Schaumburg

187 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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No-frills Italian joint with a deli serving a variety of homemade sandwiches & desserts.

1612 E Algonquin Rd

No-frills Italian joint with a deli serving a variety of homemade sandwiches & desserts.

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De Arcos Pizza

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Converted house offering custom pizza pies & slices, plus salads, sandwiches & sides.

3257, 2832 E 87th St (Chicago)

Converted house offering custom pizza pies & slices, plus salads, sandwiches & sides.

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Wood-fired pies & sandwiches, plus draft beer & wine, served in an industrial, brick-lined space.

218 W 33rd St (Chicago)

Wood-fired pies & sandwiches, plus draft beer & wine, served in an industrial, brick-lined space.

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Laid-back restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes, homemade specials & handcrafted cocktails.

266 W Lake St (Bloomingdale)

Laid-back restaurant serving traditional Italian dishes, homemade specials & handcrafted cocktails.

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Giordano's

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Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

5311 S Blackstone Ave (Chicago)

Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

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Naples Pizza

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Casual restaurant offering pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, and other comfort food, plus a slot machine.

2819 W 63rd St (Chicago)

Casual restaurant offering pizza, Italian beef sandwiches, and other comfort food, plus a slot machine.

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Gianna's Pizza

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This snug pizzeria specializing in NYC-style pies also offers pasta, wings, sandwiches & salad.

1519 E 87th St (Chicago)

This snug pizzeria specializing in NYC-style pies also offers pasta, wings, sandwiches & salad.

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Tavern serving thin-crust & double-decker pizzas, pasta & pub grub in a rustic Northwoods setting.

150 S Northwest Hwy (Palatine)

Tavern serving thin-crust & double-decker pizzas, pasta & pub grub in a rustic Northwoods setting.

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Relaxed joint offering traditional Mexican fare & margaritas in a standard setting.

8847 S Commercial Ave (Chicago)

Relaxed joint offering traditional Mexican fare & margaritas in a standard setting.

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Family-friendly spot serving pizza & Italian-American dishes in old-school digs for 50+ years.

3751 W 63rd St (Chicago)

Family-friendly spot serving pizza & Italian-American dishes in old-school digs for 50+ years.

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Neapolitan pies from a special oven, pasta, antipasti & salads pair with cocktails & Cal-Ital wines.

1125 E 55th St (Chicago)

Neapolitan pies from a special oven, pasta, antipasti & salads pair with cocktails & Cal-Ital wines.

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Low-key locale putting out sushi, oysters and other Japanese eats, plus karaoke.

3051 S Archer Ave (Chicago)

Low-key locale putting out sushi, oysters and other Japanese eats, plus karaoke.

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Napoli Pizza

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Family-style Italian joint serving sandwiches, pasta, wings & Chicago's classic deep-dish pies.

303 S Rohlwing Rd (Palatine)

Family-style Italian joint serving sandwiches, pasta, wings & Chicago's classic deep-dish pies.

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Contemporary space with welcoming decor offering sushi, plus American & Japanese entrees.

1530 W McConnor Pkwy

Contemporary space with welcoming decor offering sushi, plus American & Japanese entrees.

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Traditional & updated Italian fare is served in a relaxed dining room with full bar & a patio.

1500 E 55th St (Chicago)

Traditional & updated Italian fare is served in a relaxed dining room with full bar & a patio.

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Comfortable, family-friendly restaurant with a kids' menu and playground, serving tacos and other Mexican dishes.

2746 W 59th St (Chicago)

Comfortable, family-friendly restaurant with a kids' menu and playground, serving tacos and other Mexican dishes.

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Sleek, stylish cafe featuring pizza, sushi & sandwiches plus a full bar, smoothies & coffee drinks.

1312 E 53rd St (Chicago)

Sleek, stylish cafe featuring pizza, sushi & sandwiches plus a full bar, smoothies & coffee drinks.

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Mexican goods for sale alongside a grill-focused eatery showcasing tacos, tamales and enchiladas.

2168 W Lake St (Hanover Park)

Mexican goods for sale alongside a grill-focused eatery showcasing tacos, tamales and enchiladas.

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Family-owned restaurant with a casual vibe that serves up Mexican favorites, including tacos, steaks and enchiladas.

1108 S Roselle Rd

Family-owned restaurant with a casual vibe that serves up Mexican favorites, including tacos, steaks and enchiladas.

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Comfortable corner restaurant & bar serving thin-crust pizzas & American pub grub.

9956 S Western Ave (Chicago)

Comfortable corner restaurant & bar serving thin-crust pizzas & American pub grub.

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S & T Provisions

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Neighborhood deli noted for its pizza sets (including thin-crust), plus a wide array of frozen pasta dishes.

3804 W 111th St (Chicago)

Neighborhood deli noted for its pizza sets (including thin-crust), plus a wide array of frozen pasta dishes.

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Authentic Mexican staples like enchiladas and tacos served in casual surroundings.

13307 S Brandon Ave (Chicago)

Authentic Mexican staples like enchiladas and tacos served in casual surroundings.

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Pub grub & beer served in an unpretentious hangout with flat-screen TVs & sidewalk seating.

19 N Bothwell St (Palatine)

Pub grub & beer served in an unpretentious hangout with flat-screen TVs & sidewalk seating.

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Tacos Don "Memo"

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Relaxed eatery offering familiar Mexican dishes such as tacos, tortas, and tamales.

10536 S Torrence Ave (Chicago)

Relaxed eatery offering familiar Mexican dishes such as tacos, tortas, and tamales.

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Madcats

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Laid-back restaurant and bar hosting frequent events such as live music, karaoke, and bingo.

117 W Slade St Ste 109 (Palatine)

Laid-back restaurant and bar hosting frequent events such as live music, karaoke, and bingo.

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Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

742 E 79th St (Chicago)

Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

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Mr. Taco Mex

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Friendly taco joint featuring crispy tortillas, steak and carnitas, among other staples.

10656 S Torrence Ave (Chicago)

Friendly taco joint featuring crispy tortillas, steak and carnitas, among other staples.

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Unfussy, strip-mall outlet featuring Japanese cooked dishes & sushi rolls in casual surrounds.

185 E Lake St (Bloomingdale)

Unfussy, strip-mall outlet featuring Japanese cooked dishes & sushi rolls in casual surrounds.

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Bare-bones pizzeria with checkered tablecloths serving extra-large pies & classic Italian eats.

6021 S Archer Ave (Chicago)

Bare-bones pizzeria with checkered tablecloths serving extra-large pies & classic Italian eats.

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Sushi EN

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Cozy, casual Japanese restaurant dishing up sushi plus an array of grilled dishes.

261 S Roselle Rd

Cozy, casual Japanese restaurant dishing up sushi plus an array of grilled dishes.

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Pizza Napoli

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Pizzeria serving quick bites and desserts in a casual setting.

636 W Lake St (Roselle)

Pizzeria serving quick bites and desserts in a casual setting.

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Trendy late-night eatery featuring creative, Asian-inspired global cuisine & a full bar.

1509 E 53rd St (Chicago)

Trendy late-night eatery featuring creative, Asian-inspired global cuisine & a full bar.

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An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

1719 E Golf Rd

An array of sushi & other Japanese dishes drifts past diners on a conveyor belt at this simple spot.

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Traditional Italian restaurant/banquet hall in old-school surroundings with live entertainment.

1242 W Lake St (Roselle)

Traditional Italian restaurant/banquet hall in old-school surroundings with live entertainment.

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Casual eatery popular for goat-meat birria and other Mexican comfort fare, plus consomé.

4007 E 106th St (Chicago)

Casual eatery popular for goat-meat birria and other Mexican comfort fare, plus consomé.

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Mexico Uno

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Cozy cantina turning out familiar Mexican fare & margaritas in a relaxed space with murals.

15 N Brockway St (Palatine)

Cozy cantina turning out familiar Mexican fare & margaritas in a relaxed space with murals.

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Route 66 Pizza

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Low-key Italian-American eatery turning out hand-tossed pizzas, pasta, burgers & more.

10180 S Indianapolis Ave (Chicago)

Low-key Italian-American eatery turning out hand-tossed pizzas, pasta, burgers & more.

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Maya's Pizza

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Casual, family-owned restaurant offering homemade Chicago-style pizza and other comfort food until late.

8550 S Commercial Ave (Chicago)

Casual, family-owned restaurant offering homemade Chicago-style pizza and other comfort food until late.

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Naples Pizza

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Counter-serve eatery serving Italian & American staples from deep-dish pizzas to burgers.

4300 S Western Ave (Chicago)

Counter-serve eatery serving Italian & American staples from deep-dish pizzas to burgers.

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L & L Pizzeria

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Neighborhood eatery for pizza and other comfort foods, plus friendly service.

1858 W Pershing Rd (Chicago)

Neighborhood eatery for pizza and other comfort foods, plus friendly service.

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The Oven

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Casual Italian eatery dishing up pizza and pasta, along with comfort staples.

13258 S Avenue O (Chicago)

Casual Italian eatery dishing up pizza and pasta, along with comfort staples.

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Medici On 57th

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U of Chicago BYO hangout where pizza, burgers & sandwiches figure among the American eats.

1327 E 57th St (Chicago)

U of Chicago BYO hangout where pizza, burgers & sandwiches figure among the American eats.

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Sora Temakeria

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Laid-back eatery serving straightforward Japanese dishes such as sushi and maki rolls, along with Latin-inspired fillings.

3508 W 26th St (Chicago)

Laid-back eatery serving straightforward Japanese dishes such as sushi and maki rolls, along with Latin-inspired fillings.

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Casual sushi restaurant in a strip mall offering quick bites and small plates in comfortable surrounds.

1457 W Palatine Rd (Hoffman Estates)

Casual sushi restaurant in a strip mall offering quick bites and small plates in comfortable surrounds.

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Jet's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

1348 E 55th St (Chicago)

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

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Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

1901 Woodfield Rd

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

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Familiar pizzeria serving traditional pies, plus lasagna, ribs and panzerotti.

1409 W Schaumburg Rd

Familiar pizzeria serving traditional pies, plus lasagna, ribs and panzerotti.

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Franconello

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White-tablecloth Italian eatery serving stalwart classics like veal piccata & pasta Bolognese.

10222 S Western Ave (Chicago)

White-tablecloth Italian eatery serving stalwart classics like veal piccata & pasta Bolognese.

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Pizzas and Italian-style comfort food served in a relaxed setting.

44 W Palatine Rd (Palatine)

Pizzas and Italian-style comfort food served in a relaxed setting.

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Pizza & pasta, plus gourmet burgers, offered in a casual space that's part of a small local chain.

6545 S Pulaski Rd (Chicago)

Pizza & pasta, plus gourmet burgers, offered in a casual space that's part of a small local chain.

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Wood-fired Neapolitan pies, Italian appetizers, and other comfort eats in a casual setting with a patio.

181 Barrington Rd

Wood-fired Neapolitan pies, Italian appetizers, and other comfort eats in a casual setting with a patio.

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A variety of sushi & other Japanese eats served in a stylish, modern space with a big-screen TV.

3417 S Halsted St (Chicago)

A variety of sushi & other Japanese eats served in a stylish, modern space with a big-screen TV.

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Japanese noodle soups & skewered snacks in a classic izakaya with a chill vibe & outdoor seating.

3240 S Halsted St (Chicago)

Japanese noodle soups & skewered snacks in a classic izakaya with a chill vibe & outdoor seating.

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Veteran counter serve offering American fare such as hot dogs, burgers & wraps, plus pasta & gyros.

52 W Illinois Ave (Palatine)

Veteran counter serve offering American fare such as hot dogs, burgers & wraps, plus pasta & gyros.

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Wise Guy's Pizza

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Popular pizzeria, with thin-crusted pies and slices.

3822 W 111th St (Chicago)

Popular pizzeria, with thin-crusted pies and slices.

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Sushi Tsuki

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Casual, all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant known for sushi rolls, hibachi, and poke bowls, plus sake.

889 S Roselle Rd

Casual, all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant known for sushi rolls, hibachi, and poke bowls, plus sake.

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Conte's Pizza

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Longtime pizzeria serving crispy-crusted pies, burgers and wings.

8512 S Pulaski Rd (Chicago)

Longtime pizzeria serving crispy-crusted pies, burgers and wings.

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Mexican cantina with a menu of traditional dishes & margaritas plus lunch & dinner buffets.

35 W Irving Park Rd (Roselle)

Mexican cantina with a menu of traditional dishes & margaritas plus lunch & dinner buffets.

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Vibrant restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas, plus beer and wine.

5440 S Narragansett Ave (Chicago)

Vibrant restaurant serving traditional Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas, plus beer and wine.

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Japanese restaurant offering Jiro-style ramen and other comfort foods in a laid-back setting.

1608 E Algonquin Rd

Japanese restaurant offering Jiro-style ramen and other comfort foods in a laid-back setting.

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Family-run breakfast spot specializing in traditional food staples, omelets, waffles and pancakes.

3458 W 111th St (Chicago)

Family-run breakfast spot specializing in traditional food staples, omelets, waffles and pancakes.

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Steak ’n Shake

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Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

675 Meacham Rd (Elk Grove Village)

Chain known for steakburgers & milkshakes offering a dinerlike space with retro flair.

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Pilot Pete's

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Relaxed, flight-themed eatery with a full bar, runway views & a menu of American comfort fare.

905 W Irving Park Rd

Relaxed, flight-themed eatery with a full bar, runway views & a menu of American comfort fare.

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A Cantonese menu of dim sum, hot pots & seafood, plus cocktails, presented in a modern space.

1440 Golf Rd (Rolling Meadows)

A Cantonese menu of dim sum, hot pots & seafood, plus cocktails, presented in a modern space.

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Large, unfussy restaurant featuring unlimited portions of Asian & American comfort foods.

8059 S Cicero Ave (Chicago)

Large, unfussy restaurant featuring unlimited portions of Asian & American comfort foods.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

1800 Wise Rd

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Country breakfast menu featuring hotcakes, biscuits and other classic fare, plus a bloody mary bar.

511 Roselle Rd (Roselle)

Country breakfast menu featuring hotcakes, biscuits and other classic fare, plus a bloody mary bar.

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Family-owned, South Side institution serving up thin-crust pizza & Italian favorites since 1932.

8433 S Pulaski Rd (Chicago)

Family-owned, South Side institution serving up thin-crust pizza & Italian favorites since 1932.

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All-you-can-eat eatery featuring the Korean BBQ staple alongside hot pots.

222 E Algonquin Rd (Arlington Heights)

All-you-can-eat eatery featuring the Korean BBQ staple alongside hot pots.

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Taco Maya

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Laid-back counter-serve in a strip mall, serving enchiladas & elevated tacos, plus fried ice cream.

365 S Roselle Rd

Laid-back counter-serve in a strip mall, serving enchiladas & elevated tacos, plus fried ice cream.

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Easygoing eatery offering brunch & European-inspired Mexican dishes in a snug, colorful dining area.

2500 S Christiana Ave (Chicago)

Easygoing eatery offering brunch & European-inspired Mexican dishes in a snug, colorful dining area.

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Airy eatery serving soul food staples in a vibrant tavern setting.

3804 W 16th St (Chicago)

Airy eatery serving soul food staples in a vibrant tavern setting.

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Family-friendly restaurant serving familiar American fare in a casual space with a bar and karaoke.

5214 S Archer Ave (Chicago)

Family-friendly restaurant serving familiar American fare in a casual space with a bar and karaoke.

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Old-school local chain serving an assortment of pizzas, pastas & burgers in casual environs.

4254 W 31st St (Chicago)

Old-school local chain serving an assortment of pizzas, pastas & burgers in casual environs.

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Longtime, casual spot serving soul food including signature sauce-laden fried chicken.

5611 W Madison St (Chicago)

Longtime, casual spot serving soul food including signature sauce-laden fried chicken.

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Local joint serving a menu of pizza, pasta, American fare & homemade Italian ice, plus a full bar.

3350 W 47th St (Chicago)

Local joint serving a menu of pizza, pasta, American fare & homemade Italian ice, plus a full bar.

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Tacos, fajitas & Mexican seafood, plus tequila drinks, in lively digs with colorful arched walls.

5750 S Archer Ave (Chicago)

Tacos, fajitas & Mexican seafood, plus tequila drinks, in lively digs with colorful arched walls.

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Eden

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Eden is all about seasonal, local flavors, with an on-site greenhouse feeding a menu of simple, clean dishes that actually taste like the…

2734 W Roscoe St (Chicago)

Eden is all about seasonal, local flavors, with an on-site greenhouse feeding a menu of simple, clean dishes that actually taste like the ingredients.

From the Chicago newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Agio Italian Bistro brings authentic Italian flavors in a cozy, polished setting that works as well for a low-key date as it does a…

64 S Northwest Hwy (Palatine)

Agio Italian Bistro brings authentic Italian flavors in a cozy, polished setting that works as well for a low-key date as it does a catch-up with friends. Lean into traditional favorites and let their thoughtfully curated wine list do the pairing magic this week.

From the Palatine newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Pasta Palazzo

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Make it your move this week with Pasta Palazzo, the cozy Italian spot with handmade pastas, jalapeno gnocchi, and daily specials like…

1966 N Halsted St (Chicago)

Make it your move this week with Pasta Palazzo, the cozy Italian spot with handmade pastas, jalapeno gnocchi, and daily specials like sausage risotto or cavatelli with shrimp. Customize to your cravings, start with baked goat cheese, then seal the deal with tiramisu and a glass of sangria.

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Phoenix Flame

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Make this week easier and tastier with Phoenix Flame, a Latin and Mediterranean spot turning out award-nominated stacks, including the…

3240 Kirchoff Rd (Rolling Meadows)

Make this week easier and tastier with Phoenix Flame, a Latin and Mediterranean spot turning out award-nominated stacks, including the ultimate steak sandwich wrapped in fried cheese. Lush greenery, a hint of wood smoke, and dialed-in drinks keep it comfy for date night or an unhurried catch-up.

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Sapori Trattoria

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Small, cozy, and all about housemade pasta, Sapori Trattoria nails the classics with comforting sauces and the kind of plates that make you…

2701 N Halsted St (Chicago)

Small, cozy, and all about housemade pasta, Sapori Trattoria nails the classics with comforting sauces and the kind of plates that make you forget meal prep existed. Make it your date-night or family catch-up spot this week, especially if you believe parmesan counts as a love language.

From the DeKalb newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Roka Akor

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Upscale Japanese restaurant & bar supplying steak, seafood & sushi in a contemporary setting.

456 N Clark St (Chicago)

Upscale Japanese restaurant & bar supplying steak, seafood & sushi in a contemporary setting.

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Stephanie Izard's diner serving a huge menu of creative, gourmet takes on comfort food classics.

3325 N Southport Ave (Chicago)

Stephanie Izard's diner serving a huge menu of creative, gourmet takes on comfort food classics.

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Upscale French-Vietnamese fare in a Gold Coast row house with balcony seating & an outdoor patio.

57 E Oak St (Chicago)

Upscale French-Vietnamese fare in a Gold Coast row house with balcony seating & an outdoor patio.

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Casual, Nashville-style, chicken-focused chain serving tenders, sliders, fries, and crispy wings in a laid-back spot.

3643 N Western Ave (Chicago)

Casual, Nashville-style, chicken-focused chain serving tenders, sliders, fries, and crispy wings in a laid-back spot.

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Longman & Eagle

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Hipster spot with modern farm-to-table fare & nose-to-tail eats plus whiskey & craft cocktails.

2657 N Kedzie Ave (Chicago)

Hipster spot with modern farm-to-table fare & nose-to-tail eats plus whiskey & craft cocktails.

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Tokio Pub

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Latin-tinged Japanese haunt featuring small plates, tacos, sushi, creative cocktails & a patio.

1900 E Higgins Rd #2

Latin-tinged Japanese haunt featuring small plates, tacos, sushi, creative cocktails & a patio.

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DaNang kitchen

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Straightforward Vietnamese storefront cafe with traditional fare including pho with coffee.

1019 W Argyle St (Chicago)

Straightforward Vietnamese storefront cafe with traditional fare including pho with coffee.

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Boulevard Bistro

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Casual place serving American breakfast standards, eggs and steaks amid a friendly atmosphere.

2753 N Western Ave (Chicago)

Casual place serving American breakfast standards, eggs and steaks amid a friendly atmosphere.

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Fioretta

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Italian American steakhouse with world-class cocktails, a glamorous vibe, and live entertainment.

318 N Sangamon St (Chicago)

Italian American steakhouse with world-class cocktails, a glamorous vibe, and live entertainment.

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Smashburger

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Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

1721 E Golf Rd #1721

Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.

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Saigon Sisters

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Relaxed Vietnamese mini-chain outpost serving a menu of banh mi sandwiches, bao buns & soups.

567 W Lake St (Chicago)

Relaxed Vietnamese mini-chain outpost serving a menu of banh mi sandwiches, bao buns & soups.

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California fare & wines, plus homemade breads, served in a breezy, beach house-inspired space.

1954 N Halsted St (Chicago)

California fare & wines, plus homemade breads, served in a breezy, beach house-inspired space.

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Spanish tapas, paella & pitchers of sangria fuel a lively scene at this classic Chicago restaurant.

2024 N Halsted St (Chicago)

Spanish tapas, paella & pitchers of sangria fuel a lively scene at this classic Chicago restaurant.

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Casual all-you-can-eat eatery featuring premium Japanese and Australian Wagyu beef, plus sushi.

2162 S Archer Ave (Chicago)

Casual all-you-can-eat eatery featuring premium Japanese and Australian Wagyu beef, plus sushi.

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Smyth

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Rustic-chic venue offering tasting menus of inventive, high-end New American fare & wine pairings.

177 N Ada St #101 (Chicago)

Rustic-chic venue offering tasting menus of inventive, high-end New American fare & wine pairings.

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Rosati’s Pizza

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Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

5549 County Farm Rd (Hanover Park)

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

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Crisp

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Counter-service eatery serving Korean fried chicken, burritos, and veggie bowls with a delivery option.

2940 N Broadway (Chicago)

Counter-service eatery serving Korean fried chicken, burritos, and veggie bowls with a delivery option.

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Sushi-san

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Stylish spot with a long sushi bar specializing in sashimi, plus cocktails served in soda cans.

63 W Grand Ave (Chicago)

Stylish spot with a long sushi bar specializing in sashimi, plus cocktails served in soda cans.

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Fast-casual chain featuring fried-chicken items such as tenders, sliders and sandwiches.

169 W Ontario St (Chicago)

Fast-casual chain featuring fried-chicken items such as tenders, sliders and sandwiches.

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American restaurant serving seasonal food & cocktails in an elegant, intimate setting with a patio.

52 W Elm St (Chicago)

American restaurant serving seasonal food & cocktails in an elegant, intimate setting with a patio.

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Chain eatery whipping up Hawaiian plates, including chicken and pork, rice, macaroni salad and pineapple.

3517 N Spaulding Ave (Chicago)

Chain eatery whipping up Hawaiian plates, including chicken and pork, rice, macaroni salad and pineapple.

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Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

185 N Morgan St (Chicago)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

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Bi-level pizzeria and bar with a waterfront patio, offering thin-crust pies with creative toppings and global flavors.

465 N McClurg Ct (Chicago)

Bi-level pizzeria and bar with a waterfront patio, offering thin-crust pies with creative toppings and global flavors.

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The Izakaya

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Japanese eatery specializing in burgers, pizza, sushi, sashimi and wings, as well as sake and cocktails.

Lower Level, 820 W Lake St (Chicago)

Japanese eatery specializing in burgers, pizza, sushi, sashimi and wings, as well as sake and cocktails.

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Somerset

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Swanky restaurant in the Viceroy Hotel with a yacht-club feel, seasonal fare & cocktails.

1112 N State St (Chicago)

Swanky restaurant in the Viceroy Hotel with a yacht-club feel, seasonal fare & cocktails.

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Casual restaurant dishing up generous portions of breakfast and lunch offerings, including Mexican specialties.

1924 W Irving Park Rd (Chicago)

Casual restaurant dishing up generous portions of breakfast and lunch offerings, including Mexican specialties.

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Giordano's

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Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

730 N Rush St (Chicago)

Known for deep-dish pizza, this casual chain serves other classic Italian food, plus beer & wine.

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Gino's East

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Enduring chain for Chicago-style deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, plus Italian sandwiches & salads.

162 E Superior St (Chicago)

Enduring chain for Chicago-style deep-dish & thin-crust pizzas, plus Italian sandwiches & salads.

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Refined boutique for women's & men's clothing, beauty & grooming, with home decor & accessories.

200 E Chestnut St (Chicago)

Refined boutique for women's & men's clothing, beauty & grooming, with home decor & accessories.

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Prosecco

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Classic, high-end Italian dishes in a romantic, art-filled dining room that reminds of Venice.

710 N Wells St #12 (Chicago)

Classic, high-end Italian dishes in a romantic, art-filled dining room that reminds of Venice.

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Little Bad Wolf

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100+ beers, tons of whiskey & specialty cocktails are paired with comfort food at this relaxed bar.

1541 W Bryn Mawr Ave (Chicago)

100+ beers, tons of whiskey & specialty cocktails are paired with comfort food at this relaxed bar.

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Nonnina

Restaurants

Upscale destination offering classic Italian specialties, small plates, pizza, and takeaway options.

340 N Clark St (Chicago)

Upscale destination offering classic Italian specialties, small plates, pizza, and takeaway options.

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Cozy, casual restaurant serving a wide variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites.

4661 N Kedzie Ave (Chicago)

Cozy, casual restaurant serving a wide variety of breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites.

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Plates of apple-and-oak-smoked pork & beef brisket plus sides flavor the menu at this rustic eatery.

1213 W 18th St (Chicago)

Plates of apple-and-oak-smoked pork & beef brisket plus sides flavor the menu at this rustic eatery.

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Napa Valley-inspired spot serving upscale Californian fare such as grilled avocado, and deviled eggs, plus wine.

163 N Green St (Chicago)

Napa Valley-inspired spot serving upscale Californian fare such as grilled avocado, and deviled eggs, plus wine.

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Japanese chain eatery specializing in ramen and sushi, plus appetizers and bubble teas.

3051 Barrington Rd (Hoffman Estates)

Japanese chain eatery specializing in ramen and sushi, plus appetizers and bubble teas.

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Provare Chicago

Restaurants

Black-owned eatery offering a menu of pasta and seafood dishes with Cajun and Creole influences in a stylish setting.

1523 W Chicago Ave (Chicago)

Black-owned eatery offering a menu of pasta and seafood dishes with Cajun and Creole influences in a stylish setting.

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Casual, spacious sports bar & restaurant serving thin-crust pizzas, burgers & pub fare.

7452 N Western Ave (Chicago)

Casual, spacious sports bar & restaurant serving thin-crust pizzas, burgers & pub fare.

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