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25 Essential Illinois Tables

From coastal enclaves to downtown institutions, these are the restaurants defining the dining conversation across Illinois.

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#4
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Naperville, Illinois

Brazilian restaurant

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

91.3
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#5
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Gino's East

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

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

91.2
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#6
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Gino’s East - South Loop

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

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

91.2
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#7
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Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Chicago, Illinois

Brazilian restaurant

Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.

90.6
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#8
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Mercadito

Chicago, Illinois

Mexican restaurant

Mixologists make cocktails in an intimate space at this modern lounge with Latin-style small plates.

90.5
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#9
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Pita Pita Mediterranean Grill

Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

Mediterranean restaurant

Informal dining room serving Eastern Mediterranean plates, from kebabs to hummous.

90.4
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#10
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D.C. Cobb's

Elgin, Illinois

American restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.

90.4
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#11
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Hawksmoor Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Steak house

Prime cuts of matured beef, seafood & other British classics served in striking environs.

90.2
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#12
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Giordano's

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza delivery

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

90.0
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#13
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Asti Italian Deli

Wood Dale, Illinois

Italian restaurant

No-frills eatery known for Italian standards like antipasto, pizza, sandwiches & desserts.

90.0
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#14
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Quartino Ristorante

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Bustling, bi-level space where groups go for small & large plates plus cocktails & carafes of wine.

89.7
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#15
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Boss Dawgz

Naperville, Illinois

American restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

89.6
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#16
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m.henry

Chicago, Illinois

American restaurant

Breakfast, lunch & brunch spot known for American comfort food with a twist & bakery carryout.

89.6
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#17
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Lou Mitchell's

Chicago, Illinois

Breakfast restaurant

Iconic diner serving hearty breakfasts and lunches since 1923.

89.5
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#18
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Scudiero's Italian Bakery & Deli

Melrose Park, Illinois

Deli

Long-standing deli turning out fresh bread, subs, pizzas & salads plus biscotti & cannoli.

89.3
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#19
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Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

Chicago, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Family-owned local chain for Italian classics & Chicago-style, deep-dish pizzas with buttery crusts.

89.3
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#20
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Awash Ethiopian Restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

Ethiopian restaurant

Casual spot serving traditional utensil-free Ethiopian cuisine, including vegetarian options.

89.0
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#21
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Paisano's On Broadway Italian Steakhouse

Richmond, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Elegant, upscale Italian steakhouse serving traditional fare in a rustic Tuscan setting.

89.0
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#22
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Gio's Cafe And Deli

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Casual cafe with Sicilian fare, BYOB & red-checked tablecloths in the center of an Italian deli.

88.8
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#23
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Maciano's Pizza & Pastaria

Aurora, Illinois

Pizza restaurant

Italian restaurant serving pizza, pasta & panini in relaxed, modern surroundings.

88.7
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#24
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Northern Cuisine

Champaign, Illinois

Chinese restaurant

Identifies as Asian-owned. Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

88.7
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#25
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Bacchanalia Restaurant

Chicago, Illinois

Italian restaurant

Casual eatery serving large plates of Italian favorites from Tuscan family recipes since 1979.

88.5
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