Intelligentsia Coffee Millennium Park Coffeebar

Nestled right on Lake Michigan, this dog-friendly outdoor café offers snack-shack fare and live acoustic tunes amidst a serene park setting.

Nic’s Organic Fast Food is your go-to spot for casual, organic comfort food, featuring fresh burgers, crunchy tots, and even kombucha on tap.

At Legend Tasty House in Chinatown, indulge in vibrant hand-rolled Thai ice cream expertly crafted before your eyes, topped with a dazzling array of mix-ins.

At Superkhana International in Logan Square, indulge in playful Indian-inspired dishes like butter chicken calzones and vibrant naan pizzas in a lively courtyard setting.

Pizzeria Uno, the birthplace of Chicago deep-dish pizza since 1943, serves up hearty pies in a cozy, nostalgic setting that's perfect for families and foodies alike.

Bokeh is an intimate Albany Park cocktail bar where inventive drinks meet cozy vibes, perfect for date nights and casual hangs alike.

For over 55 years, Jimmy's Red Hots has been slinging classic Chicago-style hot dogs and polishes—cash only, no ketchup, and fries that keep you coming back.

Nestled in Wicker Park, Bloom Plant Based Kitchen crafts innovative vegan and gluten-free dishes, blending global flavors in a vibrant, plant-filled setting perfect for all diners.

"Land & Lake Andersonville serves a variety of approachable American classics using locally sourced ingredients. The bar program focuses primarily on local and regional beer and liquors and American made wine. The inviting space features a mix of booth seating and high top tables as well as a bar area. Located behind the restaurant is a covered private garden area."

The Omakase Room at Sushi-san is a chic, ten-seat den in River North where Chef Kaze Chan curates an extraordinary 18-course sushi journey paired with inventive libations, all in an intimate, vibrant atmosphere.