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1. The Alcove- Evanston
4.7
Exceptional(517)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Evanston
Booked 14 times today
Now reserving for Thanksgiving dinner (prix fixe, menu details to come)! Chef Elio Romero curates an inventive American-inspired experience at Alcove Evanston, tucked under the Metra’s Davis Street stop. Taking cues from seasonal produce availability, Alcove’s menu is always evolving to guarantee freshness—check back often to stay updated on the restaurant’s culinary offerings. The Alcove is eager to host your group's event--contact Alcove management to discuss building your prix fixe menu!****Please view our menu on our website for the most updated items. Menus across other platforms are not always 100% up-to-date, as our dishes change with the seasonality of their ingredients. Please also note that the Alcove has implemented a 3% credit card service charge due to an increase in point-of-sale operating costs. We apologize for this inconvenience. Thank you!****
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2. Blind Faith Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(1501)
Price: Moderate
• Vegetarian / Vegan • Evanston
Booked 11 times today
Blind Faith Cafe is a foodie's paradise with its globally inspired vegetarian and vegan cuisine. With a wide-ranging menu that caters to all, the food is consistently praised as 'delicious' and 'well-prepared'. The ambiance is warm and inviting, with a 'relaxed' atmosphere perfect for any occasion. One reviewer even called it 'a place to relax and enjoy'.
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3. Herb
4.7
Exceptional(473)
Price: Very Expensive
• Thai • Uptown
Booked 1 time today
**Please visit our website to make a reservation as we transition away from OpenTable. Thank you!**Herb provides fine Thai dining in the Chicago area. The chefs use the freshest and highest-quality ingredients (mostly organic) while at the same time injecting their passion for the culinary arts in each and every dish. The restaurant itself is the creation of Patty Neumson, who grew up in Thailand. She has developed four seasonal menus for Herb that guests can order from, depending on the time of year. Herb has been the recipient of numerous awards and recognition for its cuisine. Winner of Guy Fieri's 'Spiciest Episode', and Chef battle '18. Won Best 100 Dishes in Chicago from Time Out Magazine. '15-'18 Michelin recommended restaurant. Zagat Rated in '17 as Best Restaurant. As seen on channel 5, 7, 9, and 11.
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4. Libertad
4.7
Exceptional(3206)
Price: Moderate
• Latin American • Skokie
Booked 11 times today
Libertad is a casual, chef-driven neighborhood restaurant featuring Latin American inspired cuisine.Executive Chef Mark Mendez, whose experience includes Chicago’s most notable restaurants, pairs bold and exciting flavors for a seasonal menu of small plates ideal for sharing and experiencing the diverse mosaic of the countries that make up Latin America.Noted mixologist Ziyad Asrar has put together a fun and creative cocktail menu while Sommelier Shebnem Ince compiled a succinct wine list that complements the menu with by the glass and bottle selections.You'll quickly find that Libertad personifies the true neighborhood restaurant - a place you want and can dine at all the time because it's welcoming, relaxing and offers a menu so good it's hard to choose. The answer to that dilemma? Visit often.
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5. Daisies Chicago
4.7
Exceptional(171)
Price: Expensive
• American • Logan Square
Booked 73 times today
Midwest Italian restaurant focusing on house made pastas, utilizing vegetables from Chef Joe Frillman’s family farm. Our bakery and cafe serves La Colombe Coffee alongside an array of pastries and sandwiches crafted by Chef Leigh Omilinksy.Dinner reservations are available Tuesday - Sunday; we are closed for dinner service on Mondays. Our cafe operates from 7:00am - 3:00pm every day. Lunch is available from 11:00am - 2:00pm every day. We do not take lunch or cafe reservations, it is first come first served. Please note that there will be a 25% service charge applied to all bills. This goes to pay our staff equitably as well as provide health and other benefits not typically offered in restaurants.
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6. Little Goat- Southport
4.7
Exceptional(168)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lakeview / East Lakeview
Booked 46 times today
Little Goat Diner, located in the vibrant Southport Corridor, is your go-to neighborhood spot, helmed by award-winning Chef Stephanie Izard. Enjoy all-day breakfast, weekend brunch, coffee catch-ups with friends, and your favorite lunch and dinner classics, all with Chef Izard's creative twist on new all-day favorites. Plus, bring the little ones! Kids eat free every Tuesday from 4-7PM, making it the perfect midweek treat for the whole family. We gladly accept walk-in guests. Come join us and we’ll do our best to seat you as quickly as possible!
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7. Artango Bar & Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(1760)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Lincoln Square
Booked 7 times today
Experience Buenos Aires’ Golden Age at Artango Bar and Steakhouse, where the rich cultural heritage of Argentina comes alive. Set amidst a tableau of Art Nouveau and Neo-classical architecture and décor are the exciting tastes, lively music and dancing of Argentina.An evening at Artango feels as if you’ve traveled to Buenos Aires, and guests have the opportunity to enjoy authentic imported Grass-Fed Argentinian steaks. Roman’s selection of 120 day wet-aged, grass-fed black angus beef cuts are grilled on an Argentinian parrilla at a slightly lower temperature and for a longer period of time – similar to the Patagonian method of barbecuing crafted by Buenos Aires-born celebrity chef, Francis Mallmann. Argentine cuts are lean, tender and full of flavor. Pair your meal with Prohibition-era cocktails and both classic and rare European and Argentine wines. Dining at Artango is a memorable journey to Argentina.
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8. Boka
4.8
Exceptional(7136)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Lincoln Park
Booked 53 times today
Michelin-starred Boka Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Chicago’s dining scene since 2003. In 2014, following a major renovation, Chef Lee Wolen joined as Executive Chef and Partner, quickly gaining critical acclaim. Named “Chef of the Year” by both Phil Vettel of the Chicago Tribune and Eater Chicago in 2014, and again in 2015, Lee has helped elevate Boka to new heights. The restaurant offers contemporary American cuisine that highlights seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. The sophisticated yet inviting ambiance sets the stage for an exceptional dining experience, with daily-changing tasting menus that showcase timeless and seasonal American flavors.
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9. Mott Street
4.7
Exceptional(1031)
Price: Expensive
• Central Asian • Bucktown / Wicker Park
Booked 50 times today
Supremely Asian American. Eastern cooking technique. Taking inspiration from the night markets of Asia and his Korean-American childhood, Chef Edward Kim pairs eastern cooking techniques with Chicago ingredients to create umami-laden flavors, juxtaposing tastes and textures for a wildly exciting menu. A festive and lively dining scene is anchored by a well-lauded bar program and an open pantry, inviting our guests further into the kitchen experience. Like a nightly Asian Thanksgiving, expect Feast-Style dining, rolling up your sleeves, passing plates with your neighbors, getting sauce on your face - if you’re having a good time you’re doing it right.
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10. Eden
4.8
Exceptional(1575)
Price: Expensive
• American • Avondale
Booked 13 times today
Eden’s ever-evolving brunch, lunch, dinner and beverage menus focus on the use of high-quality and seasonal ingredients, with an approach based on simplifying the process that goes into crafting each dish. This focus produces robust, clean flavors to compliment the flowers and herbs from our on-site greenhouse that also add beauty to each dish. Our 20’ x 28’ greenhouse allows us to grow all year, reduce our carbon footprint by sourcing on-site, and it helps the local ecosystem by attracting pollinators. Our sustainability efforts also include composting organic material left over during food preparation. Free Parking is available and easily accessible in the private lot across the street from the restaurant.

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  • Alan
    Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very flavorful and well constructed dishes. Short ribs were outstanding. A bit pricey but worth it.
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    The Alcove- EvanstonPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Evanston
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    4.7
  • kennethvip
    Chicago / Illinois •112 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Appetizers- Shrimp and the crab stuffed peppers were amazingly good! Also, branzino and short ribs were delicious as well. We didnt like the special drink, but besides that the food was great. Service was on point as well. The only thing we dont like about Libertad is you come away smelling like the you were in the kitchen, because in a way you are. Restaurant needs to find a way to keep the smoke from the kitchen out of the restaurant. Dinner was also very pricey. But we will definitely go back
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    LibertadPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Skokie
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    4.7
  • Barbara
    Chicago / Illinois •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was delicious & tastefully prepared! The service staff were extremely friendly & service was prompt even though it was a busy Saturday night!
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    Blind Faith CafePrice: Moderate• Vegetarian / Vegan• Evanston
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    4.8
  • Brea
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My friend and I had a fantastic experience at Daisies last night! I moved to Logan Square about four months ago and this restaurant came highly recommended by so many. The ravioli and the rigatoni were absolutely divine! So wonderful to have this gem just a few blocks away. Highly recommend!
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    Daisies ChicagoPrice: Expensive• American• Logan Square
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    4.7
  • PAUL
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    We love the great food & relaxed atmosphere. We will return.
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    HerbPrice: Very Expensive• Thai• Uptown
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    4.7

Discover best foodies restaurants in Evanston

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Evanston, a food lover's dream nestled in the North Suburbs of Chicago. Here, restaurants cater to diverse palates with a range of cuisines, from globally inspired vegetarian options to unconventional French dishes with Moroccan influences, and unique Cambodian flavors. Each establishment offers a unique dining experience, characterized by expertly crafted menus that showcase both creativity and culinary expertise. The ambiance across these eateries varies from relaxed to vibrant, ensuring an ideal setting for both casual outings and special occasions. Patrons consistently praise the delicious food, the warm and inviting atmosphere, and the attentive service that makes each meal memorable. Whether you're a resident or a visitor, Evanston's food scene promises an array of delightful culinary adventures that cater to foodies and gastronomes alike.

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