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Summer House - Chicago
Price: Moderate•American•4.7(8,220)Lincoln Park - 2
Girl & the Goat
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(15,292)West Loop - 3
Robert's Pizza and Dough Company
Price: Expensive•Pizzeria•4.8(2,238)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
3 Arts Club Cafe at RH Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(3,817)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
River Roast
Price: Expensive•American•4.4(3,422)River North (Chicago)
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Pizzeria Portofino
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,012)River North (Chicago) - 2
STK – Chicago
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.2(6,697)River North (Chicago) - 3
Cindy's Rooftop
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.4(113)Downtown / Loop - 4
Gibsons Italia
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,449)River North (Chicago) - 5
Daisies Chicago
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(454)Logan Square
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Tre Dita
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,291)River North (Chicago) - 2
Prime & Provisions Steakhouse
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(5,887)River North (Chicago) - 3
Maple & Ash - Chicago
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(4,379)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 4
Adalina
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.6(2,560)Gold Coast / Streeterville - 5
Sepia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(5,477)West Loop
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NaKorn
Price: Moderate•Thai•4.9(431)NaKorn started with our belief that authentic Thai food should be found not only in Thailand—but here, as well.
Our menu offers a perfect blend of bold flavors with traditional, old-world recipes in a modern presentation. Using only the finest ingredients, we created unique dishes layered with flavors.Zentli
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(91)Hear the joyful music of Mexico with a mix of Latin American and world rhythms, enjoy the colorful art, and taste delicious tacos in a warm community space.
Zentli (indigenous Nahuatl Language for "corn" or "maize"), is a casual restaurant that serves the best locally sourced Mexican street food in Evanston, Illinois. With fresh, natural ingredients and vegan & vegetarian options in eclectic, artistic digs, we’re your new local favorite.
We built Zentli to honor the ingenuity and hard work of Mexican people by bringing you the genuine flavors of street vendors through tasty food and mouth-watering drinks.
Estacion
Price: Moderate•Caribbean•4.8(149)Discover a culinary voyage to the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean at Estacion, where every bite brings the soulful essence of Puerto Rico to your plate. Led by acclaimed head chef Mark Mendez, our passionate team takes pride in presenting authentic Puerto Rican cuisine in its purest form, offering a dining experience that pays homage to the rich culinary heritage.The Barn Steakhouse
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(1,673)If you do not see the time you are looking for on Opentable, please give us a call at 847-868-8041 so that we can personally make your reservation.
The Barn Steakhouse is a “meat-centric hideaway” housed in a 19th century brick barn hidden away down an alley in the middle of Evanston. A homage to owner Amy Morton’s legendary father, restaurateur Arnie Morton (Morton’s Steakhouse), the menu boasts the finest quality ingredients available including table-side salad service and prime heritage Angus steaks. As The Barn's menu is ever-evolving, the exact menu may be different when you dine.
Featured in the Chicago Tribune and Evanston Now, The Barn is situated in a 19th century building, which was once a horse stable. Its entrance is accessible through the back alleyway for a unique experience. The intimate spot is accessible only through the alley and features soaring ceilings. This eatery also provides seating for up to 80 guests as well as outdoor seating in the winter garden.
Kabul House
Price: Moderate•Afghan•4.7(108)Kabul House offers a taste of authentic Afghan cuisine. Our extensive menu includes lamb, seafood, beef & chicken dishes as well as vegetarian specialties that include pumpkin, eggplant, spinach & other fresh vegetable options. Our menu hosts a large variety of selections fit for anyone, from vegetarians to meat lovers alike. In most of our recipes, a limited amount of fresh spices & seasonings are used to season the dish in order to create a sensational taste that is not too overwhelming. This makes our Afghan cuisine very enjoyable for anyone & everyone. The atmosphere we provide for our patrons is one of which would be produced in our homes, relaxing, invitingly warm & unforgettable. We could go on & on claiming how exquisite our foods are, but we invite you to come & taste for yourself.LeTour
Price: Very Expensive•French•4.5(696)LeTour Brasserie & Private Events, Amy Morton's neighborhood eatery offering rustic French fare is all about coming full circle, from the food to the historic partnership with James Beard Chef Debbie Gold to the 360 degree room. Hospitality and being good stewards to our team and planet are priorities.
Reservations are taken for the dining room as well as our outdoor courtyard. The Rose Room lounge and bar are available for walk-ins.
Private Events are what we are known best for! Please reach out with any questions events@letourbrasserie.com We can accommodate groups from 10 up to 200 guests.
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- DDianneChicago / Illinois •11 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWe love this restaurant. The food is always delicious, and the variety of items is amazing.More infoTapas BarcelonaPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• Evanston•4.6
- JJimChicago / Illinois •21 reviews4.0Dined 6 days agoQuiet restaurant with good, but overpriced food (probably to be expected give its location in the Hotel Orrington). Excellent service. Menu seemed limited, especially the desserts with just two offerings.More infoEvanston Corner BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Evanston•4
- RRainieChicago / Illinois •4 reviews5.0Dined on May 30, 2025The food was delicious. The service, outstanding. Nick was exceptional.More infoThe Alcove- EvanstonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Evanston•4.4
- BBrookeChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined on Apr 4, 2025Wonderful and charming. A true gem in the Chicagoland area.More infoThe Graduate Homestead RoomPrice: Expensive• American• Evanston•3.8
- JGJenGWisconsin •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 11, 2023We loved our celebratory dinner here. The food was wonderful, plentiful, and beautiful presented.More infoHokkaido Ramen and SushiPrice: Moderate• Asian• Evanston•4.6
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In suburban Evanston, you'll find one of Chicagoland's most noteworthy dishes: stuffed pizza. A deep-dish pan is filled with layers upon layers of toppings, sauce and cheese and is covered with an extra stretch of dough before baking. The price on stuffed pizza can be cause for a bit of sticker shock when compared to everyday pizza pies, but as a college town, Evanston has plenty of options more suitable for those on a budget. Two other Windy City favorites, Italian beef sandwiches and all-beef hot dogs on poppy seed buns, are noteworthy examples. Those looking for a more refined dining experience will find that the menus of table-service restaurants feature Midwestern comfort dishes built around meat, cheese and an assortment of farm-fresh vegetables.
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Child friendly restaurants in Evanston include Firehouse Grill, NaKorn and Jilly's Cafe
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